Criminally Obsessed

Criminally Obsessed
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Criminally Obsessed goes deeper — inside the investigations, the courtroom drama, and the human stories at the center of the country’s biggest true crime cases. We track breaking developments, uncover overlooked details, and bring clarity to the chaos — always with compassion for victims and the people whose lives are forever changed. Host Anne Emerson brings more than 30 years of award-winning investigative reporting to every episode. She’s covered the nation’s most high-profile trials firsthand, conducted interviews with some of the biggest names in the true crime world — from Amanda Knox to Elizabeth Smart — and has trusted sources connected to the cases dominating the national conversation.

  1. 9H AGO

    "We Have One Question: Why?" - Murdered USF Student's Brother Shares New Theory

    His brother was murdered, and he thinks he knows why.  27-year-old Zamil Limon and his girlfriend, 27-year-old Nahida Bristy - both University of South Florida doctoral students from Bangladesh - were brutally murdered and left in garbage bags. Zamil's roommate, Hisham Abugharbieh, has been arrested and charged with two counts of premeditated first-degree murder. The question on the minds of their families, communities, and all of us is… why?  Investigative reporter Anne Emerson spoke with Zamil’s brother, Zubaer Ahmed, and he shared what he believes is the motive behind this vicious attack. We hear firsthand about these victims, how these families are dealing with heartbreaking loss and what they’re asking for in order to move forward  Hear Zubear detail a recent situation when he says Abugharbieh lost his temper over soap! Police are asking for the public’s help in gathering relevant information. If you have tips, contact the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office at 813-247-8200. Visit this GoFundMe to support the families

    25 min

  2. 1D AGO

    New Lynette Hooker Theories: Mangroves, Black Tankini & Grand Jury?

    One month later, where is Lynette Hooker? She disappeared in the Bahamas on April 4th after her husband, Brian Hooker, said she fell from their dinghy near Elbow Cay, but let's face it, does anyone REALLY believe him? In this episode of Criminally Obsessed, we explore new theories about where her body could have been hidden and how evidence may have been destroyed, but what could still be left behind. Investigative reporter Anne Emerson and forensic diver Alex Beer break down what he says divers should be looking for now - one month later. From reaction time on the water to the challenges of searching mangroves and ocean bottom terrain, Beer explains where Lynette could be and why even if her body is not found, there should be clues. As doubts continue to grow about Brian Hooker’s story, we take a closer look at the possibilities, the search efforts, and what investigators may still uncover. Support the search for Lynette with the GoFundMe created by her daughter, Karli Aylesworth We’re counting down to CrimeCon Vegas at the end of May! Use code ‘criminally obsessed’ at checkout for 10% off your CrimeCon ticket

    49 min

  3. 5D AGO

    "A Blood Pool The Size Of A Human Body": Forensics Expert Examines USF Couple's Murder

    A couple vanishes and a week later, they’re found dead in the most disturbing way. In Tampa, 27-year-old Zamil Limon and his girlfriend, 27-year-old Nahida Bristy - both University of South Florida doctoral students - were discovered in black garbage bags, one on a bridge and the other in the water. Their families are left devastated and begging to know why this happened. Police say a trail of evidence led to Zamil's roommate, Hisham Abugharbieh, who has now been arrested and charged with two counts of premeditated first-degree murder. Investigative reporter Anne Emerson is joined by Dr. Michelle DuPre, a former medical examiner and retired forensic pathologist, as we break down the physical and digital evidence in this case - from blood pools, to garbage bags, to ChatGPT. We detail the criminal complaint, take a closer look at the victims, the suspect, and the unanswered question: why? Police are asking for the public’s help to move the investigation forward. If you were on the Howard Frankland Bridge in Tampa, Florida in the early morning hours of April 17th and have dashcam footage, police are urging you to come forward and share it: contact the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office at 813-247-8200. GoFundMe: Support for Zamil & Nahida's Families

    28 min

  4. 6D AGO

    Did Nick Reiner Know "What He Was Doing?" Forensic Psychologist Reacts To Latest Updates

    Nick Reiner is accused of stabbing his parents to death… but did he know what he was doing? In this episode, investigative reporter Anne Emerson is joined by Dr. Joni Johnston, a forensic psychologist and expert witness on insanity pleas, to discuss the psychological side of the shocking killings of Rob and Michele Reiner in Los Angeles in December 2025.  As Nick appeared in court today - quiet, expressionless, and reportedly glaring at prosecutors - we learned that the case is stalled until September, with autopsy reports still not completed four months later without explanation. These updates all come as Nick’s brother, Jake Reiner, penned a loving and emotional essay remembering his parents and calling them ‘the center of my life’. We discuss the swirling questions around Nick’s mental health and reported drug use, explore whether an insanity defense could come into play, and dissect the family dynamics surrounding this tragedy.  Read Jake Reiner’s Substack entry, ‘Mom and Dad’

    37 min

  5. APR 28

    Who REALLY Is D4vd? Inside The Mind Of The Celebrity Murder Suspect

    What kind of person kills a 14-year-old girl, dismembers her, and hides her remains inside a Tesla? That’s the disturbing question at the center of the case against singer David Anthony Burke, known as D4vd, who is accused of murdering Celeste Rivas Hernandez after she was last seen outside his Los Angeles home.  In this episode of Criminally Obsessed, we explore the disturbing psychology of the accused, and of this crime. Investigative reporter Anne Emerson is joined by forensic psychologist Dr. John Delatorre to discuss the psychological profile of someone capable of such violence, and the unsettling overlap between Burke’s music and videos - including a song titled Romantic Homicide - and the allegations against him.  Is this a case of art imitating life, where the poet became the predator? We dig into the mind of an accused killer, and the disturbing way that violent fantasy may have played a role in Celeste’s horrific murder.

    41 min

  6. APR 27

    Celeste's Missing Fingers & Blue Bits: Death Investigator Dissects Autopsy Report

    What happened to 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez? As new details emerge, this case only gets more disturbing. Months after her body was discovered in Los Angeles inside a Tesla linked to singer David Anthony Burke (known as D4vd), the newly-released medical examiner’s report reveals the horrific way this child was murdered. What we’re learning is hard to process, adding to the outrage as we await updates on D4vd’s murder charge.  In this episode, investigative reporter Anne Emerson is joined by forensic scientist and death investigator Barbara Butcher. We break down new information shared in Celeste’s autopsy report, like blue plastic bits found at dismemberment sites, missing fingers, cut clothing, multiple penetrating wounds, and mutilation. We hear Barbara’s expert opinion on what this evidence could reveal about how the crime unfolded. Follow along for our ongoing coverage as D4vd heads to court later this week. Learn more about Barbara Butcher, and order her book, “What The Dead Know”: https://www.barbarabutcherofficial.com/⁠

    44 min

  7. APR 23

    We Answer 10 Burning Questions About Lynette Hooker's Disappearance

    Nearly three weeks after Lynette Hooker went missing, the questions are only growing. She fell off a dinghy in the Bahamas on the evening of April 4, 2026 according to her husband, Brian Hooker. We’ve been following this case closely - speaking with people who know and love Lynette like her daughter, Karli, learning from a forensic diver about the complications of water investigations, hearing from a criminologist who studies intimate partner violence, and more to cover the case from all angles.  Now, we’re bringing you into the conversation. We share 10 of your comments on this case with forensic investigator Joseph Scott Morgan. You’ll hear his real reactions, concerns, and theories about what may have happened to Lynette, to help us sift through the details and push for answers for her and her loved ones.  Listen to Joseph Scott Morgan’s podcast, Body Bags

    26 min

  8. APR 22

    Lynette Hooker's Daughter Reveals New Bombshell Details In Bahamas Disappearance

    It’s a case that’s been occupying so many of our minds, and a situation that’s nearly unimaginable. When Lynette Hooker vanished after allegedly going overboard while sailing in the Bahamas with her husband Brian Hooker on April 4, 2026, her daughter was left without answers.  When we cover these stories, we want to speak to the real people involved, to learn what’s really happening beyond the headlines, and what we can do to push for answers. That’s why we spoke to one of the people who knows Lynette best - Karli Aylesworth, Lynette’s daughter. Investigative reporter Anne Emerson speaks with Karli, who just returned from the Bahamas after retracing her mother’s final known moments, and asks the urgent questions on all of our minds. Karli shares why she doesn’t believe her stepfather Brian Hooker’s account of what happened, and walks us through the details that matter most, from Lynette’s habits and state of mind, to key questions about the dinghy, the kill switch, the float bag, her Apple Watch, and what Lynette was wearing the last time she was caught on camera. With Lynette still missing and no charges filed, we focus on facts over rumors, offering a closer look at the victim, the timeline, and the growing number of unanswered questions in this case we can’t stop thinking about. The National Domestic Violence Hotline is available 24/7 at 800-799-7233 Contribute to Karli’s GoFundMe

    37 min
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Criminally Obsessed goes deeper — inside the investigations, the courtroom drama, and the human stories at the center of the country’s biggest true crime cases. We track breaking developments, uncover overlooked details, and bring clarity to the chaos — always with compassion for victims and the people whose lives are forever changed. Host Anne Emerson brings more than 30 years of award-winning investigative reporting to every episode. She’s covered the nation’s most high-profile trials firsthand, conducted interviews with some of the biggest names in the true crime world — from Amanda Knox to Elizabeth Smart — and has trusted sources connected to the cases dominating the national conversation.

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