Facing Evil: A Cop's Story of Murder, Mayhem and the Aftermath

Kenneth Bator
  • 4.0 (4)
  • TRUE CRIME
  • SERIES

Based upon the book written by Deputy Scott Brown and Victoria Newman, Facing Evil : A Cop’s Story of Murder, Mayhem, and the Aftermath. Season One concentrates primarily on both the murder and the mayhem that took place in both Sacramento and Placer County California on October 24th, 2014.

  1. EPISODE 1

    Episode One: Collision Course

    On October 22, 2014, Luis Bracamontes and his wife, Janelle Monroy, were heading for San Francisco, CA from Carson City, NV. After a stop in Vacaville, CA on October 23, 2014, their journey took them on an unexpected detour back to Sacramento with an urgent need to purchase drugs. On the morning of October 24, 2014, Sacramento Sheriff Deputies Danny Oliver and Scott Brown awoke early to assist other officers with a search. Little did they know that a few innocuous decisions concerning their routine later that morning would put them on a collision course with evil. CONTENT ADVISORY: This podcast contains intense recreations of violent criminal behavior that may trigger those who have had previous trauma and disturb those that have not. Strong and offensive language is used throughout the podcast as well. Listener discretion is advised. We encourage listeners to also read the book, Facing Evil: A Cop’s Story of Murder, Mayhem, and the Aftermath, which can be found on Amazon. To learn more about our sponsor, the National Police Credit Union, please go to https://nationalpolicecu.com/

    42 min

  2. EPISODE 2

    EPISODE TWO - MOTEL 6

    CONTENT ADVISORY: This podcast contains intense recreations of violent criminal behavior that may trigger those who have had previous trauma and disturb those that have not. Strong and offensive language is used throughout the podcast as well. Listener discretion is advised. In 2014, the Motel 6 in the Arden Area of Sacramento was known for criminal behavior including prostitution and drug dealing. On October 24 of that year, it became known as a crime scene where the brutal and horrific murder of Deputy Danny Oliver took place.  Deputy Scott Brown returned fire and shot the killer but not fatally. Bracamontes and his wife fled and began causing more mayhem throughout the area.  We encourage listeners to also read the book, Facing Evil: A Cop’s Story of Murder, Mayhem, and the Aftermath, which can be found on Amazon. To learn more about our sponsor, the National Police Credit Union, please go to https://nationalpolicecu.com/

    35 min

  3. 09/19/2024

    About Facing Evil Podcast

    On October 24th, 2014, evil came to Sacramento, California with methamphetamine in his veins, and whispers of murder in his thoughts.   He and his wife engaged in a Bonnie-and-Clyde like crime spree, killing two deputies and wounding a third deputy and a civilian. More victims and witnesses were terrorized as a several-hour manhunt ensued, locking down schools and neighborhoods. The effects of chaos reverberated throughout the region until the couple was taken into custody.   This podcast is based upon the book written by Deputy Scott Brown and Victoria Newman, Facing Evil : A Cop’s Story of Murder, Mayhem, and the Aftermath. Season One concentrates primarily on both the murder and the mayhem that took place in both Sacramento and Placer County California on October 24th, 2014.  CONTENT ADVISORY: This podcast contains intense recreations of violent criminal behavior that may trigger those who have had previous trauma and disturb those that have not. Strong and offensive language is used throughout the podcast as well. Listener discretion is advised.  We encourage listeners to also read the book, Facing Evil: A Cop’s Story of Murder, Mayhem, and the Aftermath, which can be found on Amazon via the following link – FACING EVIL  To learn more about our sponsor, the National Police Credit Union, please go to https://nationalpolicecu.com/

    3 min

  4. 10/14/2024

    Facing Evil Podcast Bonus Content

    CONTENT ADVISORY: This podcast contains intense recreations of violent criminal behavior that may trigger those who have had previous trauma and disturb those that have not. Strong and offensive language is used throughout the podcast as well. Listener discretion is advised. Listen in as Scott Brown does a free form read from Chapter One of the book that focuses on time well before that dreadful day. He covers things such as how he decided to become a police officer, how he developed a relationship with Danny Oliver, and more.  We encourage listeners to also read the book, Facing Evil: A Cop’s Story of Murder, Mayhem, and the Aftermath, which can be found on Amazon. To learn more about our sponsor, the National Police Credit Union, please go to https://nationalpolicecu.com/

    27 min

  5. 10/23/2024

    Episode Three: Devastation

    CONTENT ADVISORY: This podcast contains intense recreations of violent criminal behavior that may trigger those who have had previous trauma and disturb those that have not. Strong and offensive language is used throughout the podcast as well. Listener discretion is advised. The devastation continued as Deputy Oliver’s murderer chose to carjack a new vehicle in the course of his getaway attempt. In that process, Bracamontes shot a civilian five times.  Around this same time, the families of Deputies Danny Oliver and Scott Brown began to hear about the chaos that ensued at the Motel 6. October 24, 2014, would be the worst nightmare for family and friends of law enforcement professionals realized.  We encourage listeners to also read the book, Facing Evil: A Cop’s Story of Murder, Mayhem, and the Aftermath, which can be found on Amazon. To learn more about our sponsor, the National Police Credit Union, please go to https://nationalpolicecu.com/

    42 min

  6. 10/28/2024

    Episode Six: Surrender

    CONTENT ADVISORY: This podcast contains intense recreations of violent criminal behavior that may trigger those who have had previous trauma and disturb those that have not. Strong and offensive language is used throughout the podcast as well. Listener discretion is advised. Bracamontes’ time as a free man finally comes to an end. Shortly after hiding and taking shelter inside a yellow house in Auburn, CA police surrounded the area.  While the capture of Bracamontes and Monroy may have seemed to be the end of the story, it was only the beginning for many.  We encourage listeners to also read the book, Facing Evil: A Cop’s Story of Murder, Mayhem, and the Aftermath, which can be found on Amazon. To learn more about our sponsor, the National Police Credit Union, please go to https://nationalpolicecu.com/

    42 min

  7. 10/29/2024

    Episode Seven: Aftershocks Part One

    CONTENT ADVISORY: This podcast contains intense recreations of violent criminal behavior that may trigger those who have had previous trauma and disturb those that have not. Strong and offensive language is used throughout the podcast as well. Listener discretion is advised. The evening of October 24, 2014, marked the beginning of a long journey through loss and grief. Police officers and family members gather to support and console each other.   At the same time the potential danger isn’t over. Bracamontes possible links to a cartel brings about an extreme sense of caution.  We encourage listeners to also read the book, Facing Evil: A Cop’s Story of Murder, Mayhem, and the Aftermath, which can be found on Amazon. To learn more about our sponsor, the National Police Credit Union, please go to https://nationalpolicecu.com/

    38 min

  8. 10/30/2024

    Episode Eight: Aftershocks Part Two

    The conclusion of Season One is a look at the aftershocks and ripple effects from the tragic events of October 24, 2014. This episode includes interviews from police officers and family members whose lives were changed forever.  CONTENT ADVISORY: This podcast contains intense recreations of violent criminal behavior that may trigger those who have had previous trauma and disturb those that have not. Strong and offensive language is used throughout the podcast as well. Listener discretion is advised. We encourage listeners to also read the book, Facing Evil: A Cop’s Story of Murder, Mayhem, and the Aftermath, which can be found on Amazon. To learn more about our sponsor, the National Police Credit Union, please go to https://nationalpolicecu.com/

    43 min
See All Season 1 (17)

Ratings & Reviews

4
out of 5
4 Ratings

About

Based upon the book written by Deputy Scott Brown and Victoria Newman, Facing Evil : A Cop’s Story of Murder, Mayhem, and the Aftermath. Season One concentrates primarily on both the murder and the mayhem that took place in both Sacramento and Placer County California on October 24th, 2014.

Information

You Might Also Like