The Mysterious Crimes of Sylvestre Matuska: The Train Wrecker

What is it about mysteries that entice and tantalize us, leading us down shadowy corridors of the human psyche? Welcome to a tale that combines the thrill of uncertainty, the chill of cold-blooded cunning, and the strange fascination of a notorious sadist. This is the story of Sylvestre Matuska, a man whose deadly fascination with … Continue reading The Mysterious Crimes of Sylvestre Matuska: The Train Wrecker

The Disappearance of Janice Pockett

The tranquility of the sleepy town of Tolland, Connecticut, was shattered on July 26, 1973. On this seemingly ordinary summer day, the Pockett family experienced an unimaginable nightmare that would reverberate through the decades, haunting not only the town but the entire region. Janice Pockett, a bubbly and energetic seven-year-old, was known for her radiant … Continue reading The Disappearance of Janice Pockett

Lavinia Fisher: America’s First Serial Killer – or Folklore Tale?

Our tale begins with an ominous figure of early 19th-century American history: Lavinia Fisher. The contours of her life and alleged misdeeds have since been shrouded in the mists of urban legend, and she has been posthumously dubbed the first female serial killer of the United States. While this moniker is undoubtedly chilling, it is … Continue reading Lavinia Fisher: America’s First Serial Killer – or Folklore Tale?

The Monster Behind “The Girl in the Picture”

In the dark corners of true crime, there are individuals whose lives bear the mark of inexplicable darkness. Franklin Delano Floyd, a name that sends shivers down the spines of true crime enthusiasts, is undoubtedly one such figure. With a chilling repertoire of murder, kidnapping, and a trail of shattered lives, Floyd's story is as … Continue reading The Monster Behind “The Girl in the Picture”