Keystone Cold Cases

Episode #176 - BONUS SOLVED: The Solved Case of the Murder of Lisa Ann French & the Haunting of the Witherell House

In 1973, 9-year-old Lisa Ann French of Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, went out trick-or-treating on Halloween night but never returned home. Her neighbor, Gerald Turner, lured her into his house, where he assaulted and murdered her. He disposed of her body in a rural area, where it was found the next day. Turner was convicted and sentenced to prison, and the crime had a lasting impact on how communities approached Halloween safety.

Episode #174: Dan Rivera and Annabelle

We all love a good horror movie—the kind that gets your heart racing, makes you bury your face behind a blanket, and delivers that perfect jump scare. While many of these films are wild, over-the-top creations born from twisted imaginations, some are rooted in chilling reality. In this episode, we’re diving into one of those eerie tales: the story of Annabelle. And no, we’re not talking about the creepy porcelain doll from the popular horror franchise. The real Annabelle existed—but her appearance and story are far more unsettling than Hollywood would have you believe. Join us as we uncover the true origins of Annabelle and explore her eerie connection to the Keystone State.

Episode #173: Pittsburgh Vampire Panic

In the coal region of Pennsylvania in 1893, a Hungarian miner stricken with consumption becomes convinced that the spirit of his former boss is squatting on his chest, draining his life. His fear leads him to a desperate, macabre act — exhuming the man’s corpse and cutting out its heart, hoping to free himself. This case reveals how vampire superstition persisted among immigrant communities in America. The story reminds listeners that folklore and fear once provided frameworks for life and death — until science (eventually) caught up.

Episode #172: Perkasie Train Tunnel

The Perkasie Train Tunnel is more than a forgotten stretch of railroad—it’s a monument to both ambition and loss. Beneath its rough-hewn stone and cold, dripping walls lingers a tale few are willing to whisper. A tale of tragedy, obsession, and something that still haunts the tracks under the glow of the moon.

So lower the lights. Slip on your headphones. And listen carefully. Because once you step inside the tunnel… you might not come back the same.

Episode #171: Gettysburg Murder House / Debra Harman - Kickoff to Spooky Season

It’s officially spooky season, which means we’re bringing you chills, thrills, and maybe even a few things that go bump in the night. So grab your blanket, light a candle, and settle in—because this October, we’re serving up fright with every episode, starting with the Gettysburg Murder House!

Episode #170: Monthly Mood: Foul Balls and Close Calls

Shannon is joined by special guest Chris from the Drunk Phils Fans Facebook community and the podcast DPF on Tap to close out the regular baseball season with a look at the weird and wild side of Major League ballparks. From freak injuries and shocking falls to promotions that went off the rails, we’re diving into the risky side of America’s pastime. Join us as we gear up for Red October (IYKYK).

Episode #169: Donna Barkon Friedman - Murdered (1984)

The tragic and unsolved murder of Donna Barkon Friedman remains a haunting mystery. In this episode, we dig into the chilling details of her case, exploring the events leading up to her death and the unanswered questions that still linger. Who was responsible for this brutal act?

Episode #168: Beyond the Keystone - California

The Murder of Miss Hollywood/ The Murder of Jill Ann Weatherwax - She was beautiful, ambitious, and carried the nickname “Miss Hollywood.” But Jill Ann Weatherwax’s dreams of stardom came to a haunting end in 1998, when she was found brutally murdered in a lonely field. Who was behind the killing of this aspiring starlet—and what secrets followed her into the shadows? Join Melissa and Chelsea as they unravel the mystery of the Murder of Miss Hollywood.

Episode #167: Julie Wright Conway - Murdered (1993)

Today, we are joined by the hosts of the Corrupt Podcast, Angela and Paige! We are traveling back to 1993 — to Shenango Township, Lawrence County. It was a quiet area, the kind of place where violent crime seemed unthinkable… until 35-year-old Julie Rae Conway was found dead in a limestone quarry. She had been fatally shot, and her death was quickly ruled a homicide. But more than three decades later, her killer has never been caught.

Episode #166: Monthly Mood - Low Head Dams

For our August Monthly Mood, Chelsea is back with another important summer safety topic—this time focusing on low-head dams: what they are, why they exist, and the hidden dangers they create in the water. Join the KCC team as they discuss these important water structures.