Killer Instinct

Brian Shaffer was a young and successful man who had everything going for him. Then he disappeared without a trace. On April 1, 2006, Brian was last seen at the Ugly Tuna restaurant in Ohio, walking in but never walking out. Savannah explores what happened the night of Brian's disappearance and why police have been unable to solve this case. Plus, Savannah reads some fan theories on the previous Kimberly Moreau case. Listen to the full episode here. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at killerinstinctpodcast@gmail.com.  Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer  Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Savannah explores the fascinating case of one of America's most notorious serial killers, John Wayne Gacy. Gacy became infamous when it was discovered that he had brutally killed at least 33 young boys between 1972 and 1978. Savannah explores the full story and gruesome details of several of Gacy's victims and how he was eventually caught and put to death on May 10, 1994. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at killerinstinctpodcast@gmail.com.  Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer  Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On May 10, 1989, Kimberly Moreau went missing after being last seen angrily getting out of her friend's car. Even after more than three decades, Kimberly's father Richard Moreau has never given up on finding his daughter. This week, Savannah details the night Kimberly went missing, the many theories that have sprouted up in so long, and the new mysterious tip that could potentially close this cold case. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at killerinstinctpodcast@gmail.com.  Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer  Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On July 27, 1998, Sylena Dalton was found in her apartment murdered with multiple stab wounds to her chest. Sylena's infant daughter, Allyson Dalton, was missing and hasn't been seen since. Savannah explores the incredibly tragic case of Allyson and Sylena Dalton, two still unsolved cases. Savannah details the little we know about the murder-kidnapping and the various theories that have surfaced in these last 22 years. For more information on this case, visit Allyson's page on The Charley Project. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at killerinstinctpodcast@gmail.com.  Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer  Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The case of Lori Vallow and Chad Daybell is one of the strangest ones ever covered on Killer Instincts. Tylee and JJ Ryan, Lori's children, have been missing since September 2019. But the circumstances and recent developments have made Lori and her husband Chad persons of interest. Savannah explores Lori and Chad's doomsday prepping background, how they disappeared shortly after being questioned for police, and many other strange occurrences that have happened just this past January. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at killerinstinctpodcast@gmail.com. Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

6-year-old Morgan Nick went missing on June 9, 1995 at a Little League Baseball game within the vicinity of her parents. Almost 30 years later, authorities still don't have a suspect. Savannah goes through the little evidence and police leads that have come through, even to this day, to try to figure out how Morgan could've been abducted in such a public place. Visit the Morgan Nick Foundation, created by Morgan's parents to help prevent future abductions. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at killerinstinctpodcast@gmail.com. Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the cold evening of October 11th, 2008, Dylan Koshman stormed out of a party after fighting with his cousins and was never seen again. To some, this looks like a classic disappearance - a young man goes missing on a freezing Canadian night after a few heated words were exchanged. But his family, and Savannah, are not quite convinced. Listen to Savannah as she breaks down all the questions surrounding Dylan's open case and why the police suspects foul play. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at killerinstinctpodcast@gmail.com. Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On June 17th, 2008, 21-year-old Kelcey Fike was found dead inside her burnt down mobile home. At first, authorities assumed she died in the fire, but upon further investigation, it was discovered that Kelcey was actually brutally murdered in her own home. With still no solid answers, Savannah runs down possible theories of who could be behind such a senseless crime. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at killerinstinctpodcast@gmail.com. Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On April 26, 2007, Sonia Rios Risken was shot in the back of the head and found dead in her pool. But what should be just a simple murder case is much more complicated than that. Up until her death, Sonia was under investigation for the mysterious deaths of her husbands. Savannah explores this bizarre case and the tense events that ultimately led to Sonia's murder. Why was she considered the Black Widow of Lomita? Listen to find out. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at killerinstinctpodcast@gmail.com. Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the first episode of 2020, Savannah explores the tragic disappearance of 4-year-old Dulce Alvarez. What started as a normal day at the park, ended in heartbreak when Dulce's mother, Noema Alavez Perez, let Dulce and her little brother play in the park by themselves, but only Dulce's brother returned. Savannah also discusses the controversy of Noema's decisions and her actions afterwards. Is it possible that Noema is somehow involved in the disappearance or are people just adding to her tragedy? If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at killerinstinctpodcast@gmail.com. Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How did an all-American couple go from the epitome of love to a vengeful murder scene? This week, Savannah discusses the tragic evolution of the relationship between Emma Walker and William Riley Gaul. Emma's mother found Emma unresponsive in her bed on Monday, Nov. 21, 2016. After a string of bizarre events leading up to Emma's death, there could only be one conclusion: Riley killed Emma. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at killerinstinctpodcast@gmail.com. Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Stay tuned for more Killer Instincts when it returns in 2020! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On July 7, 2006, 18-year-old Roxanne Paltauf was with 30-year-old boyfriend Louis Walls. After a heated argument, Roxanne left the motel where they had been staying and has never been seen since. On this episode, Savannah goes into detail about Roxanne's last communications with her mother, Louis's strange behavior, and why Roxanne's family has to continue to fight to find the truth. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at killerinstinctpodcast@gmail.com. Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On November 1, 1986, 15-year-old Chaim Weiss was found dead in his dorm room in Long Beach, New York. Over 20 years later, there have still been no arrests or official suspects linked to Chaim's death. Savannah explores Chaim's life leading up to his death and the few potential suspects that might have more information than they led on, including Chaim's principal, Rabbi Avrom Cooper. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at killerinstinctpodcast@gmail.com. Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Savannah explores the still open case of the missing of Stephanie Parze, who was last seen on October 30, 2019. The lead suspect, Stephanie's on-and-off boyfriend John D. Ozbilgen, hanged himself shortly after being declared a person of interest in Stephanie's disappearance. Savannah lays out the timeline from Stephanie going missing to where we are today with the investigation. With so little to go off, will the truth of what happened to Stephanie ever be discovered? If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at killerinstinctpodcast@gmail.com. Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Savannah changes things up a bit. On this episode, Savannah explores the strange and twisting case of Natalia Grace. She was adopted by the Barnett family in 2010. Later, the Barnett family claimed Natalia was actually an adult who attempted to kill them. And it only gets stranger from there. Listen as Savannah runs through the whole story and the many mysteries still remaining in this case. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at killerinstinctpodcast@gmail.com. Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

October 28, 2007, Stacy Peterson disappeared and is still missing to this day. Savannah explores this tragic case and the events that led up to her disappearance and where it stands today. Drew Peterson, Stacy's husband, is still the leading suspect and is currently in prison for the murder of his third wife, Kathleen Savio, who was found lifeless in a bathtub only 3 years before Stacy's disappearance. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at killerinstinctpodcast@gmail.com. Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On March 11th, 2014, Danielle Locklear was strangled by her crazed boyfriend Ja'Michael Malloy after she lied to him about being pregnant. Savannah breaks down how 15-year-old Danielle was reported missing and various suspects came and went, but ultimately Je'Michael confessed. Savannah explores the details the night that Danielle never made it back home and how Je'Michael enlisted his friend Dominic Lock to dispose of the body. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at killerinstinctpodcast@gmail.com. Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the final installment of HalloWeek, Savannah explores the disturbing and mysterious details of the Ice Box Murders. On June 23, 1965, Fred and Edwina Rogers were found dismembered and placed in their own fridge. Their son, Charles Rogers, was the main suspect in the case since he was missing from the home. The thing is, Charles is still missing to this day. Savannah dives deep into the little we know about the family, the gruesome details of the double-murder, and the mystery surrounding Charles' whereabouts. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at killerinstinctpodcast@gmail.com. Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the third of four stories for HalloWeek, Savannah discusses the infinite twists and turns of the Memphis Three. Three young boys were brutally murdered in Memphis, Tennessee on May 5, 1993. Three young teenagers were convicted of the crime, but not everyone is so sure that they are responsible. Savannah breaks down the many suspects close to the boys and how the three convicted -  Damien Echols, Jessie Misskelley, Jr. and Jason Baldwin - may have been wrongly accused. If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at killerinstinctpodcast@gmail.com. Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the second of four disturbing HalloWeek episodes, Savannah finally explores the infamous Black Dahlia murder case. Elizabeth Short's brutal murder in Los Angeles remains one of the most baffling cases in modern history and has grabbed the public's attention for over 70 years. Savannah explore Elizabeth's life leading up to the murder, why the killer has never been found and the impact the case has had on Los Angeles. Further reading: http://blackdahlia.web.unc.edu/ https://stevehodel.com/ If you have any thoughts on this case or any other case, or just want to get in touch with Savannah about the show, email her at killerinstinctpodcast@gmail.com. Follow Savannah on IG: @savannahbrymer Follow Savannah on Twitter: @savannahbrymer  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices