Homicide Files

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Homicide Files is the podcast that decodes the hidden patterns behind the most disturbing true crime cases. If you are fascinated by real crime stories, criminal behavior, serial killers, and unsolved mysteries, this podcast takes you beyond the surface and into the signals most people miss. Each episode of Crime Signals blends immersive storytelling with sharp analysis to uncover the warning signs, behavioral patterns, and psychological triggers behind real-life crimes. This is where investigation meets insight—where every detail matters, and every clue reveals something deeper. You will not only hear what happened, but learn how and why it unfolded the way it did. From brutal murders and chilling disappearances to complex criminal investigations and overlooked cases, Crime Signals explores both well-known and hidden stories through a lens designed to keep you thinking. Perfect for listeners searching for true crime podcasts that go beyond storytelling and dive into criminal psychology and analysis. If you are drawn to crime documentaries, investigative storytelling, and the science behind human behavior, Crime Signals will quickly become an essential part of your listening routine. Each episode is crafted to spark curiosity, build tension, and leave you questioning what you thought you understood about crime. Because in Crime Signals, every action leaves a trace… and every crime sends a signal.

  1. 19h ago

    He Waited In The Dark. She Never Saw Him.

    He Waited In The Dark. She Never Saw Him. A red Fiat was found abandoned at West Ryde station, and days later, the body of its owner, Cecilia Hadad, was discovered in the Lane Cove River. She had not drowned, and the man who drove her car to the station was already on a plane to Brazil. What calculation led a former friend to wait in the dark for her return? In this episode, we reconstruct the final hours of Cecilia Hadad's life, a woman who built a new life in Australia only to face a threat she clearly saw but could not escape. We analyze the chilling patterns of control and the devastating consequences when a woman's instincts of danger are tragically confirmed. Case: Cecilia Hadad Location: Sydney, Australia Date: April 29, 2018 Victim: Cecilia Hadad, 38, Brazilian woman Perpetrator: Mario Marcelo Santoro - Cecilia Hadad's body was found floating face down in the Lane Cove River, 8 kilometers from her apartment. - Her car, a red Fiat, was abandoned at West Ryde station on April 29, 2018. - Mario Marcelo Santoro, a man who had known Cecilia for 10 years, was on a plane to Brazil after her death. - Cecilia had ended her romantic relationship with Santoro in early 2017, but he remained in her apartment. - Approximately 10 days before her death, Cecilia told Santoro she would call the police if he did not leave the apartment. To listen ad-free and access premium episodes, start your 30-day free trial at obomedia.com OBOMEDIA presents true crime storiesa true crime podcast built on real cases. Every true crime story in our crime files follows the crime investigation from the missing person report to the trial: investigators and police building a murder case, a police investigation gone cold, justice for the victim and those who survived. We open the unsolved murder, the cold case reopened decades later, the mysterious death, the disappearance, the serial killer, the family murder, the murder mystery; the missing persons  a missing woman, a missing girl, a missing man found dead and the missing and murdered. From the infamous case to the unsolved case, from classic true crime to dark true crime and disturbing true crime: true crime reports, real crime stories, real murder cases, true murder stories and unsolved mysteries one true crime case at a time, from the OBOMEDIA true crime vault. © 2026 Created with OBOMEDIA technology. All rights reserved. This episode and its content (audio, text and related materials) are the property of their respective creator and are distributed under the OBOMEDIA name on platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music and Pocket Casts. Reproduction, distribution, editing or commercial use, in whole or in part, without prior written permission is prohibited. For permissions, licensing and business inquirie

    22 min
  2. 1d ago

    Teenager Mocks a Cartel Boss and Is Shot Dead Weeks Later

    Teenager Mocks a Cartel Boss and Is Shot Dead Weeks Later A 17-year-old internet sensation with hundreds of thousands of followers publicly insulted one of Mexico's most feared cartel leaders. Six weeks later, he was dead, shot in a bar in Zapopan, Jalisco. Was his death a direct consequence of his viral taunt, or was there a more complex betrayal at play? In this episode, we analyze the meteoric rise and tragic fall of Juan Luis Lagunas Rosales, known as El Pirata de Culiacán. We explore his chaotic online persona, the circumstances of his childhood in Sinaloa, and the fateful video that sealed his destiny. How did a boy from Villa Juárez end up challenging a cartel boss and paying the ultimate price? Case: Juan Luis Lagunas Rosales Alias: El Pirata de Culiacán Date of Birth: April 28, 2000 Place of Birth: Villa Juárez, Sinaloa Date of Death: December 18, 2017 Location of Death: Zapopan, Jalisco Cartel Leader Mocked: Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes (El Mencho) Cartel: Cártel Jalisco Nueva Generación - Juan Luis Lagunas Rosales was 17 years old when he was killed on December 18, 2017. - He had nearly 800,000 followers on Facebook and hundreds of thousands more on other platforms. - Six weeks before his death, on November 9, 2017, he posted a video mocking Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes. - He was born in Villa Juárez, Sinaloa, and raised by his grandmother, María Rosales Torres. - At age 15, he escaped a rehabilitation center and went to Culiacán. To listen ad-free and access premium episodes, start your 30-day free trial at obomedia.com OBOMEDIA presents true crime storiesa true crime podcast built on real cases. Every true crime story in our crime files follows the crime investigation from the missing person report to the trial: investigators and police building a murder case, a police investigation gone cold, justice for the victim and those who survived. We open the unsolved murder, the cold case reopened decades later, the mysterious death, the disappearance, the serial killer, the family murder, the murder mystery; the missing persons  a missing woman, a missing girl, a missing man found dead and the missing and murdered. From the infamous case to the unsolved case, from classic true crime to dark true crime and disturbing true crime: true crime reports, real crime stories, real murder cases, true murder stories and unsolved mysteries one true crime case at a time, from the OBOMEDIA true crime vault. © 2026 Created with OBOMEDIA technology. All rights reserved. This episode and its content (audio, text and related materials) are the property of their respective creator and are distributed under the OBOMEDIA name on platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music and Pocket Casts. Reproduction, distribution, editing or commercial use, in whole or in part, without prior written permission is prohibited. For permissions, licensing and business inquirie

    22 min
  3. 2d ago

    The 4 Minutes After "I'm On My Way

    The 4 Minutes After "I'm On My Way" Paola Andrea Bañuelos Flores sent a simple message: "I'm on my way." Four minutes later, the forensic record goes silent, and she vanished. What happened in that brief window, inside a car she thought was safe, that erased her entirely? In this episode, we analyze the disappearance of Paola Andrea Bañuelos Flores, a 23-year-old student who did everything right to ensure her safety, yet disappeared after sending a final message. We explore the details of her last known night and the chilling discovery of her shattered phone. Case: Paola Andrea Bañuelos Flores Age: 23 years old Date: July 7, 2024 Location: Mexicali, Baja California Vehicle: Black Nissan Versa App: Didi - Paola was in her final semester at the Faculty of Educational Sciences at the Autonomous University of Baja California (UABC). - She declined a ride from her cousin's father to avoid inconveniencing them, opting for a Didi ride. - Paola asked her cousin Dariana to stay on the phone with her during the Didi trip for safety. - Her iPhone was later found with a shattered screen, thrown from a black car near the pickup point. - The last known photograph of Paola alive was taken inside the club La Consentida. To listen ad-free and access premium episodes, start your 30-day free trial at obomedia.com OBOMEDIA presents true crime storiesa true crime podcast built on real cases. Every true crime story in our crime files follows the crime investigation from the missing person report to the trial: investigators and police building a murder case, a police investigation gone cold, justice for the victim and those who survived. We open the unsolved murder, the cold case reopened decades later, the mysterious death, the disappearance, the serial killer, the family murder, the murder mystery; the missing persons  a missing woman, a missing girl, a missing man found dead and the missing and murdered. From the infamous case to the unsolved case, from classic true crime to dark true crime and disturbing true crime: true crime reports, real crime stories, real murder cases, true murder stories and unsolved mysteries one true crime case at a time, from the OBOMEDIA true crime vault. © 2026 Created with OBOMEDIA technology. All rights reserved. This episode and its content (audio, text and related materials) are the property of their respective creator and are distributed under the OBOMEDIA name on platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music and Pocket Casts. Reproduction, distribution, editing or commercial use, in whole or in part, without prior written permission is prohibited. For permissions, licensing and business inquirie

    13 min
  4. 3d ago

    The Master Key to Milla's Vanishing

    The Master Key to Milla's Vanishing A nineteen-year-old woman vanished from her apartment complex in Orlando, Florida, on the night she was supposed to catch a flight. Her family was waiting, but she never arrived, leaving behind a mystery that defied easy explanation. What hidden danger was lurking inside a place she believed to be safe? In this episode, we analyze the disappearance of Milla Marcano, a young woman who took every precaution but was targeted by someone with authorized access. We explore how a system designed to protect her failed at multiple levels, and what her family had to do to uncover the truth. Case: Milla Marcano Disappearance Date: September 24, 2021 Location: Orlando, Florida Victim: Milla Marcano Suspect: Armando Caballero Relationship: Apartment maintenance employee - Milla Marcano, 19, clocked out of her shift at Arden Villas and was scheduled to fly to Saint Thomas. - Her father, Marlon Marcano, installed additional locks and provided pepper spray due to concerns. - Armando Caballero, 27, a maintenance employee at Arden Villas, had been making romantic advances toward Milla for months. - Milla's roommate witnessed Caballero's repeated attempts to get closer to Milla, which Milla consistently rejected. - Milla's family was unaware of Armando Caballero until after her disappearance. To listen ad-free and access premium episodes, start your 30-day free trial at obomedia.com OBOMEDIA presents true crime storiesa true crime podcast built on real cases. Every true crime story in our crime files follows the crime investigation from the missing person report to the trial: investigators and police building a murder case, a police investigation gone cold, justice for the victim and those who survived. We open the unsolved murder, the cold case reopened decades later, the mysterious death, the disappearance, the serial killer, the family murder, the murder mystery; the missing persons  a missing woman, a missing girl, a missing man found dead and the missing and murdered. From the infamous case to the unsolved case, from classic true crime to dark true crime and disturbing true crime: true crime reports, real crime stories, real murder cases, true murder stories and unsolved mysteries one true crime case at a time, from the OBOMEDIA true crime vault. © 2026 Created with OBOMEDIA technology. All rights reserved. This episode and its content (audio, text and related materials) are the property of their respective creator and are distributed under the OBOMEDIA name on platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music and Pocket Casts. Reproduction, distribution, editing or commercial use, in whole or in part, without prior written permission is prohibited. For permissions, licensing and business inquirie

    17 min
  5. 4d ago

    Painted Toes, Burned Body: The Unsolved Verdict of Silvia Yasmín

    Painted Toes, Burned Body: The Unsolved Verdict of Silvia Yasmín A photograph of freshly painted toenails was the last message Silvia Yasmín Alpuche sent her mother before her body was found burning in a clandestine dump. The man investigators believed responsible had already filed for a month-long leave of absence from work on the same afternoon she disappeared. How did this single detail haunt a case where the evidence pointed clearly in one direction, but the justice system moved in another? In this episode, we analyze the disappearance and murder of Silvia Yasmín Alpuche, a 25-year-old industrial engineer with a master's degree, whose life was cut short in Minatitlán, Veracruz. We explore the chilling details of her last day, the suspicious actions of her ex-boyfriend, and the unresolved questions surrounding her death. Key Data: Victim: Silvia Yasmín Alpuche Location: Minatitlán, Veracruz, Mexico Date: August 14, 2019 Suspect: Aldo Adán Castelán García Cause of Death: Gunshot wound - Silvia Yasmín Alpuche was 25 years old and an industrial engineer with a master's degree, certified in English and French. - She worked at Pemex, the national petroleum company in Minatitlán. - On August 14, 2019, she went to a beauty salon for a pedicure and sent her mother a photo of her freshly painted toenails. - Her body was found severely burned in a clandestine dump, with the freshly painted toenails intact under a tarp. - Aldo Adán Castelán García, her ex-boyfriend and coworker, requested 30 days of unpaid leave from Pemex on the same afternoon she disappeared. To listen ad-free and access premium episodes, start your 30-day free trial at obomedia.com OBOMEDIA presents true crime storiesa true crime podcast built on real cases. Every true crime story in our crime files follows the crime investigation from the missing person report to the trial: investigators and police building a murder case, a police investigation gone cold, justice for the victim and those who survived. We open the unsolved murder, the cold case reopened decades later, the mysterious death, the disappearance, the serial killer, the family murder, the murder mystery; the missing persons  a missing woman, a missing girl, a missing man found dead and the missing and murdered. From the infamous case to the unsolved case, from classic true crime to dark true crime and disturbing true crime: true crime reports, real crime stories, real murder cases, true murder stories and unsolved mysteries one true crime case at a time, from the OBOMEDIA true crime vault. © 2026 Created with OBOMEDIA technology. All rights reserved. This episode and its content (audio, text and related materials) are the property of their respective creator and are distributed under the OBOMEDIA name on platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music and Pocket Casts. Reproduction, distribution, editing or commercial use, in whole or in part, without prior written permission is prohibited. For permissions, licensing and business inquirie

    21 min
  6. 5d ago

    He Rebuilt His Life — Then Someone Finished the Job

    He Rebuilt His Life - Then Someone Finished the Job Alex Paredes survived addiction, a hail of bullets, and built a new life around his gym. But someone came back to finish what the first attack could not, leaving him with twenty-nine bullet wounds. Why did his past follow him into the one room he thought was safe? In this episode, we analyze the life and violent death of Alex Paredes, a former football player and reality TV star in Ecuador who was murdered in his gym. We explore his journey from a challenging childhood and drug addiction to building a successful business, and the unanswered questions surrounding his assassination. Case: Alex Paredes Date: April 17, 2023 Location: Milagro, Guayas province, Ecuador Victim: Alex Paredes Cause of Death: Multiple gunshot wounds Status: Case remains open as of August 2024 - Alex Paredes was shot and killed at his gym, Al Pali, in Milagro, Ecuador, on April 17, 2023. - The medical examiner documented twenty-nine bullet wounds on Alex Paredes's body. - No public arrests or suspects have been named in connection with the April 2023 murder. - Alex Paredes had survived a previous shooting attempt five months before his death. - He was a three-time champion on the competitive reality show Calle 7 from 2013 to 2017. To listen ad-free and access premium episodes, start your 30-day free trial at obomedia.com OBOMEDIA presents true crime storiesa true crime podcast built on real cases. Every true crime story in our crime files follows the crime investigation from the missing person report to the trial: investigators and police building a murder case, a police investigation gone cold, justice for the victim and those who survived. We open the unsolved murder, the cold case reopened decades later, the mysterious death, the disappearance, the serial killer, the family murder, the murder mystery; the missing persons  a missing woman, a missing girl, a missing man found dead and the missing and murdered. From the infamous case to the unsolved case, from classic true crime to dark true crime and disturbing true crime: true crime reports, real crime stories, real murder cases, true murder stories and unsolved mysteries one true crime case at a time, from the OBOMEDIA true crime vault. © 2026 Created with OBOMEDIA technology. All rights reserved. This episode and its content (audio, text and related materials) are the property of their respective creator and are distributed under the OBOMEDIA name on platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music and Pocket Casts. Reproduction, distribution, editing or commercial use, in whole or in part, without prior written permission is prohibited. For permissions, licensing and business inquirie

    20 min
  7. 6d ago

    The Owl Necklace and Three Conflicting Stories

    The Owl Necklace and Three Conflicting Stories A young woman's body was found hidden in a ravine outside Quito, eight days after she was last seen wearing a distinctive owl necklace. Three men were convicted in connection with her death, but their stories contradict each other, and the forensic evidence only deepened the mystery. What truly happened in the hours before her death? In this episode, we delve into the tragic case of Karina del Pozo, a twenty-year-old woman whose disappearance and death led to a groundbreaking legal change in Ecuador. We examine the conflicting accounts, the forensic evidence, and the unresolved questions surrounding her final hours. Case: Karina del Pozo Date of Death: February 20, 2013 Location: Quito, Ecuador Age: 20 years old Key Item: Owl necklace - Karina del Pozo's body was found on February 27, 2013, in a ravine outside Quito. - She was last seen alive on February 19, 2013, wearing a black leather jacket, brown boots, and a small owl necklace. - Three men were convicted in connection with her death, but their testimonies offered three conflicting versions of events. - The autopsy revealed multiple skull fractures, marks of strangulation, and signs of sexual assault. - Investigators found the owl necklace in the brush before locating Karina del Pozo's body. To listen ad-free and access premium episodes, start your 30-day free trial at obomedia.com OBOMEDIA presents true crime storiesa true crime podcast built on real cases. Every true crime story in our crime files follows the crime investigation from the missing person report to the trial: investigators and police building a murder case, a police investigation gone cold, justice for the victim and those who survived. We open the unsolved murder, the cold case reopened decades later, the mysterious death, the disappearance, the serial killer, the family murder, the murder mystery; the missing persons  a missing woman, a missing girl, a missing man found dead and the missing and murdered. From the infamous case to the unsolved case, from classic true crime to dark true crime and disturbing true crime: true crime reports, real crime stories, real murder cases, true murder stories and unsolved mysteries one true crime case at a time, from the OBOMEDIA true crime vault. © 2026 Created with OBOMEDIA technology. All rights reserved. This episode and its content (audio, text and related materials) are the property of their respective creator and are distributed under the OBOMEDIA name on platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music and Pocket Casts. Reproduction, distribution, editing or commercial use, in whole or in part, without prior written permission is prohibited. For permissions, licensing and business inquirie

    20 min
  8. Jul 4

    Neighbor Kills Three Women Before Anyone Notices the Pattern

    Neighbor Kills Three Women Before Anyone Notices the Pattern A parks worker in Montevideo found a body hidden in the undergrowth, the third young woman from the same neighborhood to turn up dead with the same signature in thirteen months. What makes this case different is that the man responsible had already been reported to the police two years before the first murder. In this episode, we analyze the shocking case of three women found dead in Carrasco, Montevideo, a neighborhood known for its safety and affluence. We explore how a prior police report against the perpetrator was dismissed, allowing a pattern of violence to emerge unnoticed. Key Data: Victim: Ana Luisa Miller Sichero Date of Discovery: February 12, 1993 Location: Parque Roosevelt, Montevideo Neighborhood: Carrasco, Montevideo Perpetrator: Pablo José Goncalves Gallareta Prior Report: 1991, against Pablo José Goncalves Gallareta - On February 12, 1993, a body was found in Parque Roosevelt, the third victim in 13 months from the Carrasco neighborhood. - All three victims were found dead by asphyxiation, with no signs of sexual assault and no witnesses. - The first victim, Ana Luisa Miller Sichero, 26, was found on January 1, 1992, after leaving a party alone. - Her car was found near a chalet belonging to Pablo José Goncalves Gallareta, 21, who had been reported for sexual assault in 1991. - The 1991 complaint against Pablo José Goncalves Gallareta involved a revolver, metal handcuffs, and sexual assault, but the case was closed due to lack of physical evidence. To listen ad-free and access premium episodes, start your 30-day free trial at obomedia.com OBOMEDIA presents true crime storiesa true crime podcast built on real cases. Every true crime story in our crime files follows the crime investigation from the missing person report to the trial: investigators and police building a murder case, a police investigation gone cold, justice for the victim and those who survived. We open the unsolved murder, the cold case reopened decades later, the mysterious death, the disappearance, the serial killer, the family murder, the murder mystery; the missing persons  a missing woman, a missing girl, a missing man found dead and the missing and murdered. From the infamous case to the unsolved case, from classic true crime to dark true crime and disturbing true crime: true crime reports, real crime stories, real murder cases, true murder stories and unsolved mysteries one true crime case at a time, from the OBOMEDIA true crime vault. © 2026 Created with OBOMEDIA technology. All rights reserved. This episode and its content (audio, text and related materials) are the property of their respective creator and are distributed under the OBOMEDIA name on platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music and Pocket Casts. Reproduction, distribution, editing or commercial use, in whole or in part, without prior written permission is prohibited. For permissions, licensing and business inquirie

    23 min

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Homicide Files is the podcast that decodes the hidden patterns behind the most disturbing true crime cases. If you are fascinated by real crime stories, criminal behavior, serial killers, and unsolved mysteries, this podcast takes you beyond the surface and into the signals most people miss. Each episode of Crime Signals blends immersive storytelling with sharp analysis to uncover the warning signs, behavioral patterns, and psychological triggers behind real-life crimes. This is where investigation meets insight—where every detail matters, and every clue reveals something deeper. You will not only hear what happened, but learn how and why it unfolded the way it did. From brutal murders and chilling disappearances to complex criminal investigations and overlooked cases, Crime Signals explores both well-known and hidden stories through a lens designed to keep you thinking. Perfect for listeners searching for true crime podcasts that go beyond storytelling and dive into criminal psychology and analysis. If you are drawn to crime documentaries, investigative storytelling, and the science behind human behavior, Crime Signals will quickly become an essential part of your listening routine. Each episode is crafted to spark curiosity, build tension, and leave you questioning what you thought you understood about crime. Because in Crime Signals, every action leaves a trace… and every crime sends a signal.