Santana True Crime

Cameron Santana, Eric Tansey

Deep dive into true crime and real investigations Cameron Santana is a veteran law enforcement officer with over 18 years of experience. He holds an Advanced Law Enforcement Certificate and spent his first 16 years with the Raleigh Police Department. Explore real cases and real investigations with an insider perspective you can find nowhere else.

  1. 5D AGO

    Who Killed Liz Barraza? FBI Profiler Analyzes the Suspect

    The murder of Liz Barraza was caught on camera—but the killer is still unidentified. In this episode of Santana True Crime, former FBI profiler Julia Cowley joins the show to break down one of the most disturbing unsolved cases in recent years: the Liz Barraza murder case. Julia walks through what the suspect’s behavior, planning, and actions at the scene reveal about the type of person responsible. From victimology to offender profiling, this episode dives into the psychology behind the crime—and what investigators may be looking for. If you’re interested in true crime, criminal profiling, and unsolved cases, this is one you don’t want to miss. 🎙️ Subscribe for weekly true crime interviews and analysis.

    1h 18m

  2. APR 15

    Virginia Olson Murder | What the Witness Told Us (NEW Details Revealed)

    In this episode of Santana True Crime, we break down NEW details learned from a recent phone conversation with the person who discovered Virginia’s body. While the witness is not appearing on the show, we will be sharing what he told us—information that adds new perspective to the crime scene and timeline. With the anniversary of her death tomorrow, this episode takes a deeper look into one of North Carolina’s most haunting cold cases. Tonight we cover: What the witness told us about finding VirginiaNew insights into the original crime sceneDetails that may have been overlooked for decadesThe biggest unanswered questions that remain

    1h 3m

  3. APR 7

    Serial Killer Letters & Execution Secrets Revealed

    She spent years writing to one of America’s most notorious serial killers—the Green River Killer. What he revealed in those letters is disturbing, personal, and something most people never hear. In this episode of Santana True Crime, author Maria DiLorenzo shares her direct correspondence with Gary Ridgway, offering rare insight into the mind of a serial killer. Also joining the show is Dr. Bill Kimberlin, author of Watch Me Die, who breaks down what really happens inside executions—and what he witnessed firsthand. This episode dives deep into: Serial killer psychologyLetters from Gary RidgwayWhat killers reveal in privateThe reality of executionsStories you won’t hear anywhere else🎧 Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms.

    1h 42m

  4. MAR 31

    The Murder Room: Inside the Vidocq Society Solving Cold Cases

    What if there was a real group of elite investigators solving murders that law enforcement couldn’t? In this episode, we’re joined by New York Times bestselling author Michael Capuzzo to discuss his book The Murder Room—a deep dive into the Vidocq Society, a real-life network of profilers, forensic experts, and detectives working cold cases that have gone unsolved for years. We break down: The origins of the Vidocq SocietyThe key members behind itThe Scott Dunn case (a murder conviction with no body)These are real cases, real victims, and real attempts to find justice long after the trail has gone cold.🎧 Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and everywhere you get your podcasts. 👍 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications for more true crime content.

    53 min

  5. MAR 24

    Why Epstein & North Fox Island Tell the Same Story

    Long before the Jeffrey Epstein scandal made global headlines, there was another disturbing case centered around a remote island in Michigan—North Fox Island. In this episode, we sit down with forensic psychologist and criminologist Dr. David C. Hayes to break down the North Fox Island case, an alleged trafficking network that operated decades before the internet, and its possible connections to the Oakland County Child Killer investigation. We explore how these cases—though separated by time—reveal striking similarities involving power, privilege, and accountability. This conversation goes beyond politics and focuses on a larger issue: why do some individuals face consequences, while others seem to avoid them entirely? 🎙️ Featuring Dr. David C. HayesForensic Psychologist | Criminologist | Cold Case Consultant https://www.hayescriminology.com/ 📺 Available on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, and everywhere you get podcasts 👍 Like, comment, and subscribe for more true crime content ⚠️ Viewer discretion advised – this episode discusses sensitive topics #TrueCrime #Epstein #NorthFoxIsland #UnsolvedMysteries

    57 min

  6. MAR 17

    UNC Campus Murder: The 1965 Killing of Suellen Evans | LIVE Investigation

    Tonight on Santana True Crime, we are going live to examine one of the most disturbing unsolved murders connected to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. On June 30, 1965, 21-year-old Suellen Evans was attacked while walking through Coker Arboretum on the UNC campus. The attack occurred in broad daylight. Evans fought back against her attacker and was able to tell witnesses that the man had attempted to rape her before she collapsed from her injuries. Despite an intense investigation, her killer has never been identified. Joining me tonight is my brother and co-author Brian Santana, who teaches true crime at the college level. Together we wrote the book: “A Murder on Campus: The Professor, the Cop, and North Carolina's Most Notorious Cold Case.” During this live show we will discuss: • The timeline of the attack on Suellen Evans• The investigation and suspects• The eerie similarities some researchers see between this case and the 1973 murder of Virginia Olson at University of North Carolina Asheville• Whether modern DNA and genetic genealogy could finally solve the case Join us live tonight and share your thoughts in the chat.

    34 min

  7. MAR 16

    Inside the Mind of the Green River Killer | Author Maria DiLorenzo

    Crime journalist Maria DiLorenzo joins Santana True Crime to discuss her upcoming book Confessions of the Green River Killer: A True Story of Manipulation, Madness, and a Search for Justice. After writing to serial killer Gary Ridgway, Maria expected silence. Instead, the man known as the Green River Killer called her from prison. Over the following years, Ridgway contacted her hundreds of times, revealing disturbing insights into his crimes, motivations, and twisted psychology. Ridgway—one of the most prolific serial killers in U.S. history—was convicted of 49 murders, mostly targeting vulnerable women in Washington state. In this episode we discuss: • How Maria became one of the only journalists Ridgway would talk to• The disturbing phone calls and psychological manipulation she experienced• What Ridgway revealed about his crimes• Whether additional victims may still be unidentified• The emotional toll of interviewing a serial killer This is a chilling look inside the mind of one of America’s most notorious killers—and the journalist who spent years trying to uncover the truth. Maria DiLorenzo is a crime journalist and writer who has extensively interviewed incarcerated murderers to better understand the criminal mind. She is the author of Confessions of the Green River Killer, based on hundreds of conversations with Gary Ridgway. The book is scheduled to be released on July 21st.

    1h 9m
  8. 50. Who Shot Rhonda Hinson? | 1981 Burke County Cold Case

    MAR 3

    50. Who Shot Rhonda Hinson? | 1981 Burke County Cold Case

    In December 1981, 19-year-old Rhonda Hinson was shot while driving home in Burke County, North Carolina. More than four decades later, her murder remains unsolved. In this episode of Santana True Crime, I am joined by Captain John Hoyle with the Burke County Sheriff’s Office — the agency currently leading the investigation — to discuss the crime scene, timeline, and ongoing efforts to bring justice to Rhonda and her family. This case continues to raise questions more than 40 years later. If you have information about the Rhonda Hinson case, please contact the Burke County Sheriff’s Office. Subscribe for more true crime investigations and interviews. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    47 min
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Deep dive into true crime and real investigations Cameron Santana is a veteran law enforcement officer with over 18 years of experience. He holds an Advanced Law Enforcement Certificate and spent his first 16 years with the Raleigh Police Department. Explore real cases and real investigations with an insider perspective you can find nowhere else.

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  • Creator
    Cameron Santana, Eric Tansey
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    66
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Cameron Santana, Eric Tansey
  • Show Website
    Santana True Crime

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