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  1. 4d ago

    247. “Ten Minutes of Violence” - The Case of Julian Wood - North Olmsted, Ohio - [Part 3 - The Defense & Verdict - FINAL]

    El Chapo, a bowl of ants and a unanimous verdict. On June 3rd, 2024, 38-year-old Margot Wood and her son, Julian, stopped at the Giant Eagle in North Olmsted, Ohio, to pick up groceries.  As Margot pushed Julian in the shopping cart to her silver minivan, the mother and son were attacked by a woman wielding a knife. Three-year-old Julian was killed.  32-year-old, Bionca Ellis had a history of mental illness. But no one could’ve imagined such a brutal attack in broad daylight with people all around.  On October 6th, 2025, Bionca Ellis was in the Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas in front of Judge John Russo. The defense presented their case and the verdict was in. SOURCES: Surveillance Videos: https://youtu.be/Uwz7SEXPFDU?is=4mJcsf1c6dHB-Glm https://youtu.be/5PoToumf4a4?is=55mmpv58NFjgbT4l https://youtu.be/Xj-B8z3ifSI?is=JSzgeWtJ9oN5DcAI https://youtu.be/HdV4ci7_tTE?is=HlFR-erWBGEeJzUY Bionca Ellis Sentenced to Life in Prison Without the Eligibility for Parole for Stabbing and Killing 3-Year-Old Julian Wood and Stabbing 37-Year-Old Mother at Giant Eagle in North Olmsted – Cuyahoga County Prosecutor's Office Bionca Ellis claims jury was “misinformed” and “tricked” into guilty verdict | Court TV Bionca Ellis appeals verdict in murder of 3-year-old Julian Wood New details on appeal filed by attorney for Bionca Ellis, woman convicted of killing toddler at Giant Eagle Bionca Ellis gets life with no parole https://fox8.com/news/woman-charged-in-toddlers-murder-ruled-competent-i-team/ LIVE BLOG: Justice for Julian trial: Day 2: Witnesses recall day of stabbing LIVE BLOG: Justice for Julian trial: Day 4: State rests its case LIVE BLOG: Justice for Julian trial: Day 5: Defense rests its case LIVE BLOG: Justice for Julian trial: Day 6: Jury deliberations begin Ohio woman found guilty in fatal stabbing of 3-year-old boy outside grocery store - CBS Pittsburgh Judge finds woman incompetent to stand trial in fatal stabbing of 3-year-old outside supermarket | AP News Bionca Ellis deemed competent to stand trial for stabbing death of 3-year-old Psychiatrists disagree if Bionca Ellis was insane during stabbing death of child Bionca Ellis incompetent to stand trial Records: Bionca Ellis makes claim about killing someone in California Records: Bionca Ellis makes claim about killing someone in California Woman accused of killing 3-year-old in random attack giggles in court | Court TV Bionca Ellis trial focuses on insanity defense | wkyc.com Least of These on Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/leastofthesepodcast/ Least of These Discussion Group: https://m.facebook.com/groups/288046119723080/?ref=pages_profile_groups_tab&paipv=1 Least of These on Instagram:  www.instagram.com/least_ofthese/ Support the show and get your episodes ad free at: https://www.patreon.com/leastofthesepodcast Our Sponsors: * Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com * Check out Omaha Steaks and use my code BEEF for a great deal: https://www.omahasteaks.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    247. “Ten Minutes of Violence” - The Case of Julian Wood - North Olmsted, Ohio - [Part 3 - The Defense & Verdict - FINAL]

  2. Jul 30

    246. “Ten Minutes of Violence” - The Case of Julian Wood - North Olmsted, Ohio - [Part 2 - The Prosecution]

    Multiple witnesses, heartbreaking testimony, and questions of sanity.  On June 3rd, 2024, 38-year-old Margot Wood and her son, Julian, stopped at the Giant Eagle in North Olmsted, Ohio, to pick up groceries.  As Margot pushed Julian in the shopping cart to her silver minivan, the mother and son were attacked by a woman wielding a knife. Three-year-old Julian was killed.  32-year-old, Bionca Ellis had a history of mental illness. But no one could’ve imagined such a brutal attack in broad daylight with people all around.  On October 6th, 2025, Bionca Ellis was in the Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas in front of Judge John Russo. The prosecution presented their case. SOURCES: Surveillance Videos: https://youtu.be/Uwz7SEXPFDU?is=4mJcsf1c6dHB-Glm https://youtu.be/5PoToumf4a4?is=55mmpv58NFjgbT4l https://youtu.be/Xj-B8z3ifSI?is=JSzgeWtJ9oN5DcAI https://youtu.be/HdV4ci7_tTE?is=HlFR-erWBGEeJzUY Bionca Ellis Sentenced to Life in Prison Without the Eligibility for Parole for Stabbing and Killing 3-Year-Old Julian Wood and Stabbing 37-Year-Old Mother at Giant Eagle in North Olmsted – Cuyahoga County Prosecutor's Office Bionca Ellis claims jury was “misinformed” and “tricked” into guilty verdict | Court TV Bionca Ellis appeals verdict in murder of 3-year-old Julian Wood New details on appeal filed by attorney for Bionca Ellis, woman convicted of killing toddler at Giant Eagle Bionca Ellis gets life with no parole https://fox8.com/news/woman-charged-in-toddlers-murder-ruled-competent-i-team/ LIVE BLOG: Justice for Julian trial: Day 2: Witnesses recall day of stabbing LIVE BLOG: Justice for Julian trial: Day 4: State rests its case LIVE BLOG: Justice for Julian trial: Day 5: Defense rests its case LIVE BLOG: Justice for Julian trial: Day 6: Jury deliberations begin Ohio woman found guilty in fatal stabbing of 3-year-old boy outside grocery store - CBS Pittsburgh Judge finds woman incompetent to stand trial in fatal stabbing of 3-year-old outside supermarket | AP News Bionca Ellis deemed competent to stand trial for stabbing death of 3-year-old Psychiatrists disagree if Bionca Ellis was insane during stabbing death of child Bionca Ellis incompetent to stand trial Records: Bionca Ellis makes claim about killing someone in California Records: Bionca Ellis makes claim about killing someone in California Woman accused of killing 3-year-old in random attack giggles in court | Court TV Bionca Ellis trial focuses on insanity defense | wkyc.com Least of These on Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/leastofthesepodcast/ Least of These Discussion Group: https://m.facebook.com/groups/288046119723080/?ref=pages_profile_groups_tab&paipv=1 Least of These on Instagram:  www.instagram.com/least_ofthese/ Support the show and get your episodes ad free at: https://www.patreon.com/leastofthesepodcast Our Sponsors: * Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com * Check out Omaha Steaks and use my code BEEF for a great deal: https://www.omahasteaks.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    246. “Ten Minutes of Violence” - The Case of Julian Wood - North Olmsted, Ohio - [Part 2 - The Prosecution]

  3. Jul 23

    245. "Ten Minutes" - The Case of Julian Wood - North Olmsted, Ohio - [Part 1]

    A shopping trip, two knives, and questions of competency.  On June 3rd, 2024, 38-year-old Margot Wood and her son, Julian, stopped at the Giant Eagle in North Olmsted, Ohio, to pick up groceries.  As Margot pushed Julian in the shopping cart to her silver minivan, the mother and son were attacked by a woman wielding a knife. Three-year-old Julian was killed.  32-year-old, Bionca Ellis had a history of mental illness. But no one could’ve imagined such a brutal attack in broad daylight with people all around.  As the case made its way to trial there were questions as to whether or not Ellis would be held criminally responsible.  SOURCES: Surveillance Videos: https://youtu.be/Uwz7SEXPFDU?is=4mJcsf1c6dHB-Glm https://youtu.be/5PoToumf4a4?is=55mmpv58NFjgbT4l https://youtu.be/Xj-B8z3ifSI?is=JSzgeWtJ9oN5DcAI https://youtu.be/HdV4ci7_tTE?is=HlFR-erWBGEeJzUY Bionca Ellis Sentenced to Life in Prison Without the Eligibility for Parole for Stabbing and Killing 3-Year-Old Julian Wood and Stabbing 37-Year-Old Mother at Giant Eagle in North Olmsted – Cuyahoga County Prosecutor's Office Bionca Ellis claims jury was “misinformed” and “tricked” into guilty verdict | Court TV Bionca Ellis appeals verdict in murder of 3-year-old Julian Wood New details on appeal filed by attorney for Bionca Ellis, woman convicted of killing toddler at Giant Eagle Bionca Ellis gets life with no parole https://fox8.com/news/woman-charged-in-toddlers-murder-ruled-competent-i-team/ LIVE BLOG: Justice for Julian trial: Day 2: Witnesses recall day of stabbing LIVE BLOG: Justice for Julian trial: Day 4: State rests its case LIVE BLOG: Justice for Julian trial: Day 5: Defense rests its case LIVE BLOG: Justice for Julian trial: Day 6: Jury deliberations begin Ohio woman found guilty in fatal stabbing of 3-year-old boy outside grocery store - CBS Pittsburgh Judge finds woman incompetent to stand trial in fatal stabbing of 3-year-old outside supermarket | AP News Bionca Ellis deemed competent to stand trial for stabbing death of 3-year-old Psychiatrists disagree if Bionca Ellis was insane during stabbing death of child Bionca Ellis incompetent to stand trial Records: Bionca Ellis makes claim about killing someone in California Records: Bionca Ellis makes claim about killing someone in California Woman accused of killing 3-year-old in random attack giggles in court | Court TV Bionca Ellis trial focuses on insanity defense | wkyc.com Least of These on Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/leastofthesepodcast/ Least of These Discussion Group: https://m.facebook.com/groups/288046119723080/?ref=pages_profile_groups_tab&paipv=1 Least of These on Instagram:  www.instagram.com/least_ofthese/ Support the show and get your episodes ad free at: https://www.patreon.com/leastofthesepodcast Our Sponsors: * Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com * Check out Omaha Steaks and use my code BEEF for a great deal: https://www.omahasteaks.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    245. "Ten Minutes" - The Case of Julian Wood - North Olmsted, Ohio - [Part 1]

  4. Jul 16

    244. "Dead Man Talking" - The Case of Nicholas (Alahverdian) Rossi - [Part 2 - FINAL]

    An extradition, two trials, and a second death.  In a Scottish courtroom, authorities try to prove that Arthur Knight is actually Nicholas Alahverdian Rossi. After his extradition to the United States, Rossi faces justice in two Utah courtrooms. Just when authorities think they’ve heard it all, more victims come forward.  SOURCES: Statement on the Death of Nicholas Rossi - District Attorney | Salt Lake County Nicholas Rossi: Rapist who faked death and fled to Scotland dies in US prison Inmate Nicholas Rossi Passes Away | UDC – Corrections US rapist who fled to Scotland after appearing to fake own death dies in hospital | US crime | The Guardian Nicholas Rossi News Updates pg 1 of 1 | Court TV https://youtu.be/lDW-O29Bazw?is=04DSV2Z7L_1_sn3G https://youtu.be/wNlrQj4ZXLE?is=tJNEbNW63X7JG1zl US man who faked death found alive in Glasgow Nicholas Rossi: How reality caught up with the man in the oxygen mask Figure 1: DNA Casework: Supply, Demand, Backlogs | National Institute of Justice Archived | OJP Fact Sheet: The DNA Backlog https://nij.ojp.gov/topics/articles/dna-evidence-backlogs-convicted-offender-and-arrestee-samples https://www.oversight.gov/sites/default/files/documents/reports/2018-03/a1039.pdf Settlement ends suit by former ward alleging abuse while ...The Providence Journalhttps://www.providencejournal.com › news › 2013/08/22 State of Utah | Sexual Assault Kit Initiative (SAKI) https://www.supremecourt.ohio.gov/rod/docs/pdf/2/2009/2009-ohio-1963.pdf  State v. RossiOhio Supreme Court (.gov)https://www.supremecourt.ohio.gov › docs › pdf https://www.providencejournal.com/story/news/2022/01/14/nicholas-alahverdian-ri-things-know-nicholas-rossi-utah-sex-assualt/6512073001/ Nicholas Rossi prosecutor: I was his victim, but I pitied him No bail for ‘rape suspect Nicholas Rossi who faked death and fled US’ Nicholas Rossi arrested over 2017 Chelmsford rape allegation Nicholas Rossi bailed over Essex rape allegation US fugitive Nicholas Rossi faces questioning over rape claim in England | The Independent Least of These on Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/leastofthesepodcast/ Least of These Discussion Group: https://m.facebook.com/groups/288046119723080/?ref=pages_profile_groups_tab&paipv=1 Least of These on Instagram:  www.instagram.com/least_ofthese/ Support the show and get your episodes ad free at: https://www.patreon.com/leastofthesepodcast Our Sponsors: * Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com * Check out Omaha Steaks and use my code BEEF for a great deal: https://www.omahasteaks.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    244. "Dead Man Talking" - The Case of Nicholas (Alahverdian) Rossi - [Part 2 - FINAL]

  5. Jul 9

    243. “Dead Man Talking” - The Case of Nicholas (Alahverdian) Rossi - [Part 1]

    Arthur Knight, distinctive tattoos and a burial at sea. In 2021 a patient named Arthur Knight was admitted to Queen Elizabeth’s Hospital in Glasgow, Scotland.  Healthcare workers noticed that his tattoos were strikingly similar to an American born man wanted for rape charges out of Utah. That man was Nicholas (Alahverdian) Rossi.  When the man in the hospital was awake and conscious, he claimed he was an Irish born orphan who had never set foot on American soil. He was being framed.  Authorities were convinced they had located fugitive Nicholas Rossi. What was the truth? SOURCES: Statement on the Death of Nicholas Rossi - District Attorney | Salt Lake County Nicholas Rossi: Rapist who faked death and fled to Scotland dies in US prison Inmate Nicholas Rossi Passes Away | UDC – Corrections US rapist who fled to Scotland after appearing to fake own death dies in hospital | US crime | The Guardian Nicholas Rossi News Updates pg 1 of 1 | Court TV https://youtu.be/lDW-O29Bazw?is=04DSV2Z7L_1_sn3G https://youtu.be/wNlrQj4ZXLE?is=tJNEbNW63X7JG1zl US man who faked death found alive in Glasgow Nicholas Rossi: How reality caught up with the man in the oxygen mask Figure 1: DNA Casework: Supply, Demand, Backlogs | National Institute of Justice Archived | OJP Fact Sheet: The DNA Backlog https://nij.ojp.gov/topics/articles/dna-evidence-backlogs-convicted-offender-and-arrestee-samples https://www.oversight.gov/sites/default/files/documents/reports/2018-03/a1039.pdf Settlement ends suit by former ward alleging abuse while ...The Providence Journalhttps://www.providencejournal.com › news › 2013/08/22 State of Utah | Sexual Assault Kit Initiative (SAKI) https://www.supremecourt.ohio.gov/rod/docs/pdf/2/2009/2009-ohio-1963.pdf  State v. RossiOhio Supreme Court (.gov)https://www.supremecourt.ohio.gov › docs › pdf https://www.providencejournal.com/story/news/2022/01/14/nicholas-alahverdian-ri-things-know-nicholas-rossi-utah-sex-assualt/6512073001/ Least of These on Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/leastofthesepodcast/ Least of These Discussion Group: https://m.facebook.com/groups/288046119723080/?ref=pages_profile_groups_tab&paipv=1 Least of These on Instagram:  www.instagram.com/least_ofthese/ Support the show and get your episodes ad free at: https://www.patreon.com/leastofthesepodcast Our Sponsors: * Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com * Check out Omaha Steaks and use my code BEEF for a great deal: https://www.omahasteaks.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    243. “Dead Man Talking” - The Case of Nicholas (Alahverdian) Rossi - [Part 1]

  6. Jul 2

    242. “I’m Gonna Die” - The Case of Grace Ryan - Arvada, Colorado

    173 empty bottles, text messages, and an iPad on the floor.  On March 9th, 2026, 55-year-old Gretchen Ryan called 911 to report that she had found her 16-year-old daughter Grace unresponsive on the bathroom floor.  First responders arrived and Grace Ryan was pronounced deceased at the scene.  Investigators found empty bottles of alcohol hidden throughout the teenage girl’s room.  At first her mother claimed she didn’t know if her daughter had been “getting into her stuff” but an investigation revealed something more sinister than anyone could have imagined.  If you or someone you know is suffering from substance abuse, there is help available. In the US, resources are available by calling 1-800-662-4357 or visiting SAMHSA - Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration  SOURCES: Woman Charged with Murder Following Death of Her 16-Year-Old Daughter - Colorado First Judicial District Attorney's Office https://www.foxnews.com/us/colorado-mom-allegedly-bought-alcohol-daily-16-year-old-daughter-found-dead-173-empty-bottles ‘I’m killing you’: Docs show mom feared jail before teen’s alcohol‑related death Mom charged with murder of daughter, 16, who drank herself to death https://www.denverpost.com/2026/06/03/colorado-mom-charged-murder-teen-alcohol-death/ Least of These on Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/leastofthesepodcast/ Least of These Discussion Group: https://m.facebook.com/groups/288046119723080/?ref=pages_profile_groups_tab&paipv=1 Least of These on Instagram:  www.instagram.com/least_ofthese/ Support the show and get your episodes ad free at: https://www.patreon.com/leastofthesepodcast Our Sponsors: * Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com * Check out Omaha Steaks and use my code BEEF for a great deal: https://www.omahasteaks.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    242. “I’m Gonna Die” - The Case of Grace Ryan - Arvada, Colorado

  7. Jun 25

    241. “Behind Closed Doors” The Case of Raechyl & Jayla Blackshear - Anchorage, Alaska

    An allegation, a double murder, and a gold chain necklace.  In April of 2022 concerned family members requested a welfare check at the home of 35-year-old Raechyl Blackshear.  Weeks earlier Raechyl had brought her 14-year-old daughter, Jayla to the Anchorage Police Department. Jayla told officials she had been sexually assaulted by a male family member.  When the family began receiving text messages from Raechyl and Jayla but couldn’t reach them by phone, alarm bells started ringing. But no one could have imagined the true horror that had unfolded at their home in Northeast Anchorage.  RESOURCES: National Domestic Violence Hotline (24/7) (800) 799-7233National Human Trafficking Hotline (888) 373-7888National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN) (800) 656-HOPE (4673)RAINN: Rape, Abuse and Incest National NetworkNSVRC: National Sexual Violence Resource CenterNational Sexual Abuse Hotline 1-800-656-HOPE 1-800-656-4673 SOURCES: United States v. Blackshear, 1:22-mj-00451 – CourtListener.com Raechyl Blackshear, a devoted mother, struggled in secret. Her family hopes the murders of her and her daughter focus attention on domestic and sexual abuse. - Anchorage Daily News Jalonni Blackshear PLEADS GUILTY TO THE MURDER OF HIS WIFE AND DAUGHTER — Anchorage Police Department Former Alaska corrections officer gets 150 years for killing wife, daughter Jalonni Blackshear Sentenced To 150 Years for the Murders of His Wife and Daughter — Anchorage Police Department Man arrested in connection with killing of Anchorage mother and daughter also faces charges of child sex abuse - Anchorage Daily News Press Release - Jalonni Blackshear Pleads Guilty to the Murder of his Wife and Daughter Raechyl Blackshear case: Elk Grove parents mourn daughter | abc10.com Alaska Blackshear Killings: Suspect Arrested in New York City – NBC New York Our Sponsors: * Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com * Check out Omaha Steaks and use my code BEEF for a great deal: https://www.omahasteaks.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    241. “Behind Closed Doors” The Case of Raechyl & Jayla Blackshear - Anchorage, Alaska

  8. Jun 18

    “A Justified Homicide” - The Case of Aaron Spencer - Lonoke County - CASE DISMISSED [Final Update]

    The second degree murder case against Aaron Spencer has been dismissed. Here’s my complete coverage of the case, with the update at the end.  You can skip to around 38 minutes for update.   SOURCES: Interview with Erin Cassinelli and Aaron Spencer - Arkansas Democrat Gazette  https://youtu.be/YFtfVVzZk6M Judge dismisses criminal charges against Aaron Spencer, the dad who killed daughter’s alleged molester (UPDATED) - Arkansas Times SPENCER v. STATE OF ARKANSAS :: 2025Justia Lawhttps://law.justia.com › cases › arkansas › supreme-court 43cr-24-551: state of arkansas v aaron spencerArkansas Judiciary (.gov)https://caseinfo.arcourts.gov › opad › case cr-26-38: aaron spencer v state of arkansasArkansas Judiciary (.gov)https://caseinfo.arcourts.gov › opad › case Least of These on Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/leastofthesepodcast/ Least of These Discussion Group: https://m.facebook.com/groups/288046119723080/?ref=pages_profile_groups_tab&paipv=1 Least of These on Instagram:  www.instagram.com/least_ofthese/ Support the show and get your episodes ad free at: https://www.patreon.com/leastofthesepodcast Our Sponsors: * Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com * Check out Omaha Steaks and use my code BEEF for a great deal: https://www.omahasteaks.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    “A Justified Homicide” - The Case of Aaron Spencer - Lonoke County - CASE DISMISSED [Final Update]
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  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
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