True Crime in Five

Jojo Newman

No fluff, just facts. True crime cases in five minutes. Join the party: https://patreon.com/truecrimeinfive

Episodes

  1. Feb 18

    Episode 8: The Butcher of Plainfield - Ed Gein

    He wasn’t a prolific killer, but Ed Gein changed the face of horror forever. In 1950s small-town Wisconsin, police uncovered a farmhouse filled with human remains, furniture made of skin, skulls turned into bowls, and a “woman suit” sewn from corpses. The man behind it all? A quiet handyman with a twisted obsession rooted in childhood trauma and a disturbing attachment to his mother. In this episode, we break down the crimes, psychology, and cultural legacy of Ed Gein, the real-life inspiration behind Norman Bates, Buffalo Bill, and Leatherface. Follow for more 5-minute true crime cases 🔎 Let's Connect: ⁠Patreon⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠YouTube

    4 min

  2. Feb 16

    Episode 7: The Delphi Murders - Abby & Libby

    In 2017, two teenage girls, Abby Williams and Libby German, went for a hike on a local trail in Delphi, Indiana. They never came home. What makes this case so haunting isn’t just the tragic loss of life, it’s the chilling clue Libby left behind: a grainy photo and a voice recording of their suspected killer. In this episode of True Crime in Five, we break down the case that captured worldwide attention, the strange twists in the investigation, and the long-awaited arrest that still leaves more questions than answers. Follow for more 5-minute true crime cases 🔎 Let's Connect: ⁠Patreon⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠YouTube

    4 min

  3. Feb 11

    Episode 6: The Sydney Family Massacre - The Lin Family Murders

    In July 2009, five members of the Lin family were found bludgeoned to death in their suburban Sydney home. The case stunned Australia, not just for its brutality, but for the betrayal at its core. What looked like a motiveless massacre was, in fact, a calculated attack by someone the family knew and trusted. In this episode of True Crime in Five, we break down the Lin family murders: the crime scene, the investigation, the trial, and the chilling psychology behind one of Australia’s most devastating domestic killings. Follow for more 5-minute true crime cases 🔎 Let's Connect: ⁠Patreon⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠YouTube

    6 min

  4. Feb 9

    Episode 5: The Grandma Serial Killer - Dorothea Puente

    She looked like a sweet grandmother running a humble boarding house. But Dorothea Puente was hiding a dark secret, dead bodies buried in her backyard, and government cheques cashed in their names. Between 1982 and 1988, Puente preyed on society’s most vulnerable: elderly and disabled tenants who thought they’d found refuge at her Sacramento home. Instead, they found their killer. In this episode, we cover the shocking story of The Grandma Serial Killer, how she manipulated the system, evaded suspicion, and ultimately got caught thanks to one man: Bert Montoya. Follow for more 5-minute true crime cases 🔎 Let's Connect: ⁠Patreon⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠YouTube

    6 min

  5. Feb 4

    Episode 4: The Australian Cannibal - Katherine Knight

    Katherine Knight committed one of the most horrifying crimes in Australian history, murdering her partner John Price, skinning him, and preparing parts of his body for consumption.  In this five-minute episode, we break down the life of Australia’s first woman sentenced to life without parole. From a violent upbringing to a string of abusive relationships, Knight’s disturbing descent was filled with red flags. But no one could have predicted the horror that unfolded in 2000. Follow for more 5-minute true crime cases 🔎 Let's Connect: ⁠Patreon⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠YouTube

    6 min

  6. Feb 2

    Episode 3: The Supreme Incel - Elliot Rodger

    In 2014, Elliot Rodger carried out a calculated and deeply disturbing mass killing in California, fuelled by misogyny, resentment, and a desire for revenge. In this five-minute episode, we break down how a privileged young man became a violent figurehead for the incel movement. From his twisted manifesto and YouTube rants to the horrifying events of his “Day of Retribution,” this case is a chilling look at entitlement, radicalisation, and the deadly cost of unchecked hatred. Follow for more 5-minute true crime cases 🔎 Let's Connect: ⁠Patreon⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠YouTube

    5 min

  7. Jan 28

    Episode 2: The Hanging Tree Deaths - The Chundawat Family

    Eleven family members, found dead in their home, ten of them hanging, blindfolded, gagged, and tied. No signs of forced entry. No clear explanation. In this five-minute episode, we break down one of India’s most disturbing and baffling cases: the Burari deaths. Was it murder? A cult? Or something even more complex? From eerie diary entries to the psychological phenomenon of shared delusion, we explore the chilling truth behind this tragedy that shocked a nation. Follow for more 5-minute true crime cases 🔎 Let's Connect: ⁠Patreon⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠YouTube

    5 min

  8. Jan 26

    Episode 1: The Real Wolf Creek Killer - Ivan Milat

    Ivan Milat is one of Australia’s most notorious serial killers and the real-life inspiration behind Wolf Creek.  In this five-minute breakdown, we dive into how he turned the Hume Highway into a hunting ground, how a British backpacker named Paul Onions narrowly escaped, and how a series of brutal murders in the Belanglo State Forest shocked the nation.  From the chilling discovery of seven bodies to the twist that finally led to Milat’s arrest, we’re covering the key facts, fast. Follow for more 5-minute true crime cases 🔎 Let's Connect: ⁠Patreon⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠YouTube

    6 min

  9. Trailer

    Welcome to True Crime in Five

    Welcome to True Crime in Five, where we'll be breaking down true crime cases in five minutes. So, if you're into bite-sized true crime that still hits hard, tune into our episodes and join the party 🪩 Let's Connect: ⁠Patreon⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠YouTube

    1 min

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No fluff, just facts. True crime cases in five minutes. Join the party: https://patreon.com/truecrimeinfive

Information

  • Creator
    Jojo Newman
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    9
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Jojo Newman
  • Show Website
    True Crime in Five