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Somebody Knows Something

EPD Cold Case
Karen Schepers
Elgin Police Department
Elgin Police Department Cold Case Unit
PM Bentley's
Missing Persons
Guadalupe Alanis
Cold Cases
1983
Elgin
Chaos Divers
Cold Case Unit
Cold Case Homicides
Family Impact Of Disappearance
Illinois
Fox River
1970s Crime Rate
Woodruff and Edwards Foundry
Lucas Garcia
Greater American Carnival
Brian Dugan

In May of 2024, Elgin Police Chief Ana Lalley created the Elgin Police Department Cold Case Unit to take a fresh look at unsolved homicides and missing persons cases with the belief that dedicating resources and using new technology will help solve these cases. As part of this new unit, the Elgin Police Department also decided to launch a podcast dedicated to Elgin cold cases to seek information f... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes21Founded9 months ago
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In this final episode of the season, Detectives Andrew Houghton and Chris Hall from the Elgin Police Department Cold Case Unit lay out the investigation into Renee’s murder in 1979, release new information about the case, and discuss potential links ... more

On November 23, 1979, the day after Thanksgiving, Renee Cruz Tovar decided to stay home while her roommate went out on a date. The following morning, November 24, 1979, her roommate returned home and found Renee murdered in their apartment. In Part 1... more

It was a warm, summer evening when 68-year-old Cayce D. Kyles strolled down an alley behind the Douglas Hotel in downtown Elgin on July 21, 1977. Moments later, he was attacked and stabbed to death less than a block from the Elgin Police Department. ... more

Detectives Andrew Houghton and Chris Hall from the Elgin Police Department Cold Case Unit continue their investigation into the disappearance of Barbara Glueckert as they meet with retired Mount Prospect Detective Mike Nelson who worked on Barbara Gl... more

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Detective Mike Nelson
Retired Detective from Mount Prospect Police Department who worked on the Barbara Glueckert case
Mount Prospect Police Department
Episode: S2E5: Missing In Kane County (1976) – Part 2
Bob Glueckert
Brother of Barbara Glueckert, shares his memories and insights about her disappearance.
Episode: S2E4: Missing In Kane County (1976) – Part 1
Kina Bolger
Older sister of Lori Bolger
Episode: S2E3: The Girl In The Grass (1976)
Ana Lalley
Chief of the Elgin Police Department
Elgin Police Department
Episode: S1E12: (Bonus Episode) Reflections & Future Plans
Chris Hall
Detective at the Elgin Police Department Cold Case Unit
Elgin Police Department
Episode: S1E12: (Bonus Episode) Reflections & Future Plans
Jacob Grubbs
Sonar search and recovery diver
Chaos Divers
Episode: S1E9: Chaos Divers
Lindsay Bussick
Search and recovery diver and former Executive Director for a Chamber of Commerce
Chaos Divers
Episode: S1E9: Chaos Divers

Hosts

Andrew Houghton
Detective Andrew Houghton is a member of the Elgin Police Department Cold Case Unit and co-hosts the podcast, sharing insights from his investigative experiences.
Matt Vartanian
Detective Matt Vartanian co-hosts the podcast, contributing his background and expertise from the Cold Case Unit to the discussions about unsolved cases.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 410 ratings
  • FLUFF FACTOR: 15%

    / Episode length: 21 mins / Fluff time, round-up: 03 mins. / Avg time between ads: 11 mins. / Based on episode: S01E02 ==========================

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Bschora
    United States3 months ago
  • Informative

    Very well put together. Great to see progress made on cold cases. And great job at breaking a case down. Also shows transparency with the EPD. Thank you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rcsilo81
    United States3 months ago
  • This is the best in-depth dive I heard yet

    I saw the episode about Karen on Chaos Divers YouTube channel and when Lindsay mentioned your podcast I had to listen before I finished watching the episode. I’m so glad you teamed up with Chaos Divers. Thank you for a wonderful podcast and finding Karen. I’m looking forward to your next case.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mary Schafer
    United States3 months ago
  • Excellent!!

    This is such an amazing podcast which I found by listening to The Consult podcast, also excellent. I love that these guys are supported by their superintendent and they actually have the true facts of the case because they are the actual detectives. The investigation is so thorough and methodically conducted that nothing is left to just guessing. Superb work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chrisbhuimnol
    United States3 months ago
  • Amazing!

    Wow! I just listened to the first season of Somebody Knows Something. It was riveting. So interesting to follow your investigative process. I was in tears during the very last episode. Well done team! I look forward to hearing many more seasons.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mo.nika8991
    Canada3 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the compassionate approach and thorough investigative work, emphasizing the emotional connections made throughout the series.
The innovative approach of having detectives as hosts is highly valued, showcasing real investigative processes and strategies.
Some listeners express a desire for additional hosts with diverse backgrounds to add variety to discussions.
Many audiences enjoy the engaging format, noting it encourages community involvement and awareness around unresolved cases.
The podcast is widely praised for its informative content, as it provides a behind-the-scenes look at police work in cold cases.

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#95
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What is Somebody Knows Something about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The podcast focuses on unsolved homicides and missing persons cases in Elgin, Illinois, utilizing new technology and community involvement in the investigations. Each episode provides detailed insights into specific cases, such as the disappearance of Karen Schepers and various cold cases from the 1970s. With a combination of real police interviews, reenactments, and community appeals for information, the hosts, comprised of detectives from the Elgin Police Department, guide listeners through the emotional and investigative processes involved in these cases. This unique approach fosters a deeper understanding of the challenges faced in cold case investigations while encouraging public participation to help bring closure to affected families... more

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2. Bob Glueckert
3. Kina Bolger
4. Ana Lalley
5. Chris Hall
6. Jacob Grubbs
7. Lindsay Bussick

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