SEASON 1: On Nov. 8, 1992, Angela &#34;Mischelle&#34; Lawless was murdered on the exit ramp of the interstate near her home in rural Missouri. Less than two years later, an 18-year-old man named Josh Kezer was convicted of the crime. Kezer was exonerated in 2009. This podcast examines the investigation of the murder, and whether law enforcement intentionally convicted an innocent man while protecting the state&#39;s star witness from suspicion. This podcast is hosted by a veteran journalist and is based on original reporting, interviews and thousands of pages of records.SEASON 2: The focus of this season is primarily the focus of mothers and how they&#39;re fighting for justice in the deaths of their sons and daughters. Episodes focus on suspicious deaths law enforcement seem to have given up on. We also examine stories of law enforcement officers involved in abuse of power circumstances.

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In the book written by Steven Snodgrass and Josh Kezer, the authors break the news that a threat was made on Josh&#39;s life while he was in prison for a murder he didn&#39;t commit. Josh explains how he came to know this information, plus evidence he retained to verify that it was said to him. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/the-lawless-files/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/the-lawless-files/exclusive-content</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

In the book written by Steven Snodgrass and Josh Kezer, the authors break the news that a threat was made on Josh's life while he was in prison for a murder he didn't commit. Josh explains how he came to know this information, plus evidence he retained to verify that it was said to him.

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The alleged hit placed on Josh Kezer

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A sheriff and two deputies face multiple felonies regarding the pursuit a woman involved in a domestic abuse case. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/the-lawless-files/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/the-lawless-files/exclusive-content</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

More troubles in the Lead Belt

A sheriff and two deputies face multiple felonies regarding the pursuit a woman involved in a domestic abuse case.

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Troubles in Iron County

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Doug Teel&#39;s mother, Karen Langston, Doug Teel&#39;s mother, shares two major incidents that happened to her following her son&#39;s death. First, her house burned to the ground. Later, she was charged with felonious restraint. Those charges were later dropped. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/the-lawless-files/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/the-lawless-files/exclusive-content</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Doug Teel's mother, Karen Langston, shares two major incidents that happened to her following her son's death. First, her house burned to the ground. Later, she was charged with felonious restraint. Those charges were later dropped.

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Doug Teel, Part 3: Karen Langston loses home to fire, then beats felony charges

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Butler County Sheriff Mark Dobbs took to social media to condemn Connie Goodwin, who was forced to drain a lake to retrieve her son&#39;s remains. Dobbs claimed Goodwin&#39;s social media posts set off a person she didn&#39;t know to threaten him. In Dobbs&#39; remarks, he said he would show &#34;no mercy&#34; and go outside the law if anything ever happened to his family. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/the-lawless-files/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/the-lawless-files/exclusive-content</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Poplar Bluff Sheriff Mark Dobbs took to social media to condemn Connie Goodwin, who was forced to drain a lake to retrieve her son's remains. Dobbs claimed Goodwin's social media posts set off a person she didn't know to threaten him. In Dobbs' remarks, he said he would show "no mercy" and go outside the law if anything ever happened to his family.

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The sheriff strikes back, takes aim at Connie Goodwin, mother who had to drain lake for son's remains

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We dive into the public records requests to see how it supports Karen Langston&#39;s information that Doug didn&#39;t randomly begin walking home that night. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/the-lawless-files/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/the-lawless-files/exclusive-content</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Doug Teel Part 2: Was Doug set up by his friend?

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In this episode, we examine the death of Douglas Teel, a 19-year-old who died in July 2010 in the driving lane of Highway 72 just outside of Fredericktown, Missouri. How did a healthy 19-year-old, accustomed to walking miles into town and back, end up lying in the roadway? Statements and the autopsy call into question whether Doug died from a collision or was placed there after being beaten. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/the-lawless-files/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/the-lawless-files/exclusive-content</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Doug Teel case, Part 1: How did a 19-year-old end up in the middle of the road to be struck by a car?

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Connie Goodwin waited five years for the Butler County, Missouri, sheriff&#39;s department to drain a small lake to retrieve what was left of her murdered sons&#39; remains. She got tired of waiting. So she did the job herself. The heart-breaking story of a family&#39;s quest to put their loved one to rest. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/the-lawless-files/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/the-lawless-files/exclusive-content</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Connie Goodwin waited five years for the Butler County, Missouri, sheriff's department to drain a small lake to retrieve what was left of her murdered sons' remains. She got tired of waiting. So she did the job herself. The heart-breaking story of a family's quest to put their loved one to rest.

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When a mom had to drain a pond to retrieve her murdered son's remains

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Today (Nov. 8) is the 30-year anniversary of Mischelle Lawless&#39; death. We take a moment today to remember who Mischelle was. We review some of the advances in the case since The Lawless Files was launched a year ago. And we make a case why certain witnesses should come forward. There is no better day than today. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/the-lawless-files/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/the-lawless-files/exclusive-content</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Today (Nov. 8) is the 30-year anniversary of Mischelle Lawless' death. We take a moment today to remember who Mischelle was. We review some of the advances in the case since The Lawless Files was launched a year ago. And we make a case why certain witnesses should come forward. There is no better day than today.

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The 30-year anniversary. We remember Mischelle. A bold prediction. Now is the time to come forward

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Important updates in the Timmy Dees investigation. Timmy&#39;s mother Barb Hall has issued public records requests after the Missouri Highway Patrol closes the case. The autopsy is inconclusive as to how Timmy Dees died. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/the-lawless-files/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/the-lawless-files/exclusive-content</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Timmy Dees disappeared on Feb. 28 after making a 911 call to police, saying his friend was threatening him. His body was found on July 21 in a wooded area not far from where the 911 call was placed. For reasons not yet made clear, investigators with the Missouri Highway Patrol have determined Timmy died of his own accord and have closed the case. Timmy's mother, Barb Hall, continues to search for answers.

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Timmy Dees autopsy inconclusive, so why have investigators closed the case?

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Documentary editor and director Regan Ernst spoke with the Lawless Files about her upcoming documentary &#34;The Local Whisper&#34; which currently consists of two episodes regarding the cold case murder of Deborah Manning. Manning was killed near the Cape Girardeau County and Scott County line not far from Chaffee. Regan and podcaster Justin Burns uncovered new information that led to a meeting of the minds between the sheriff&#39;s department and the story tellers. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/the-lawless-files/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/the-lawless-files/exclusive-content</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

An interview with the editor and director of "The Local Whisper" documentary

Documentary editor and director Regan Ernst spoke with the Lawless Files about her upcoming documentary "The Local Whisper" which currently consists of two episodes regarding the cold case murder of Deborah Manning. Manning was killed near the Cape Girardeau County and Scott County line not far from Chaffee. Regan and podcaster Justin Burns uncovered new information that led to a meeting of the minds between the sheriff's department and the story tellers.

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New documentary on Cape Girardeau County cold murder case of Debbie Manning

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Put this one in the you-can&#39;t-make-this-stuff up file. In back to back witnesses in Josh Kezer&#39;s 1994 trial, prosecutor Kenny Hulshof literally put Josh Kezer in two places at the same time, and neither story were true. In doing so, this unethical move was intended to show that Josh was at a Halloween party with Mischelle Lawless, which we know was not true, AND at the Billiard Center in downtown Cape Girardeau at literally the same time. Instead, Josh was in Kankakee, celebrating Halloween with friends and family. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/the-lawless-files/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/the-lawless-files/exclusive-content</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

This wasn't the only time Kenny Hulshof has been accused of presenting evidence known to be false.

Put this one in the you-can't-make-this-stuff up file. In back to back witnesses in Josh Kezer's 1994 trial, prosecutor Kenny Hulshof literally put Josh Kezer in two places at the same time, and neither story were true. In doing so, this unethical move was intended to show that Josh was at a Halloween party with Mischelle Lawless, which we know was not true,  AND at the Billiard Center in downtown Cape Girardeau at literally the same time. Instead, Josh was in Kankakee, celebrating Halloween with friends and family.

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In back-to-back witnesses, Hulshof tried to put Josh Kezer in two places at once

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This episode is an extension of our previous interview of Professor Sean O&#39;Brien. He shares stories about Kenny Hulshof and talks about how prosecutors are held accountable (or not) in our justice system. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/the-lawless-files/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/the-lawless-files/exclusive-content</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

UMKC professor Sean O'Brien, an expert in criminal defense and exonerations, shares how prosecutors have a lot of protections from being held accountable for false statements made during trials. He also shares information about Kenny Hulshof beyond his unfair prosecution of Josh Kezer in the Mischelle Lawless murder.

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Episode 23: Prosecutor Accountability

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Quick updates on the Mischelle Lawless, Timmy Dees and Jessi Wilfong cases. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/the-lawless-files/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/the-lawless-files/exclusive-content</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Quick Lawless, Dees, Wilfong updates

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An interview with the mother of Derontae Martin, who died under mysterious circumstances near Fredericktown, Missouri. Originally ruled a suicide, the cause of death was determined differently by a coroner&#39;s inquest grand jury as well as a separate pathologist. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/the-lawless-files/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/the-lawless-files/exclusive-content</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

The Derontae Martin case: Another Fredericktown Mystery

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On Leap Year night of 2020, Abby Cohen was killed when former Sikeston DPS captain Andrew Cooper allegedly punched the gas, doubled the speed limit, ran a stop sign and crashed into Cohen&#39;s SUV. The former cop won&#39;t face trial until next year. We talk with Abby&#39;s mother. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/the-lawless-files/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/the-lawless-files/exclusive-content</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

On Leap Year night of 2020, Abbi Cohen was killed when former Sikeston DPS captain Andrew Cooper allegedly punched the gas, doubled the speed limit, ran a stop sign and crashed into Cohen's SUV. The former cop won't face trial until next year. We talk with Abbi's mother.

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The night a criminal justice student was killed by a police captain's Hellcat

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Barb Hall, while facing a Wednesday deadline to raise money for an independent autopsy, fills us in on what the highway patrol told her when she visited them in person. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/the-lawless-files/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/the-lawless-files/exclusive-content</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

An update on the Timmy Dees disappearance and death. Barb Hall faces a Wednesday deadline to raise enough money to retain Timmy's body for an independent autopsy.  Meanwhile, Barb fills us in on her conversation with the Missouri Highway Patrol.

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Timmy Dees update: The MSHP told Barb Hall what?

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Former law enforcement officer Betty Frizzell watched her sister get convicted of murder. But she believes another family member may be responsible for the crime. Author of the book, &#34;If you Can&#39;t Quit Cryin&#39;, You Can&#39;t Come Here No More&#34; Frizzell offers a unique perspective on rural policing, especially in Southeast Missouri. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/the-lawless-files/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/the-lawless-files/exclusive-content</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Former law enforcement officer Betty Frizzell watched her sister get convicted of murder. But she believes another family member may be responsible for the crime. Author of the book, "If you Can't Quit Cryin', You Can't Come Here No More" Frizzell offers a unique perspective on rural policing, especially in Southeast Missouri.

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Why a former police chief believes her sister could be innocent of murder

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Last week, a Potosi police officer was charged with multiple sex crimes involving a minor. He was the third officer in the last few years to be arrested for this type of crime. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/the-lawless-files/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/the-lawless-files/exclusive-content</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Three police officers from the tiny town of Potosi have been arrested on sex crimes in just a handful of years. We explore the issue of accountability.

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One small town. Three cops charged with sex crimes.

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Barb Hall gives an interview about her son&#39;s disappearance and depth. She feels like law enforcement has already made a conclusion as to how Timmy Dees died. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/the-lawless-files/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/the-lawless-files/exclusive-content</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Barb Hall says law enforcement has already theorized that her son Timmy Dees died of an overdose without having the results of the autopsy.

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Timmy Dees update: An interview with Barb Hall

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Today is a primary election that will determine the next prosecutor in Scott County. We dig into former prosecutors who made a mess of the trial against Josh Kezer as a reminder of why choosing prosecutors is important. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/the-lawless-files/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/the-lawless-files/exclusive-content</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

It's Mischelle Lawless' birthday. It's the anniversary of the 60-year sentence of Josh Kezer. And it's Election Day to determine the next prosecutor in Scott County, Missouri. We review the many ways prosecutors were unfair in Josh's case as a reminder of why local elections for positions like prosecutors are so important.

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Episode 22: Why Aug. 2 is such an important date in the Mischelle Lawless case, then and now

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On Nov. 8, 1992, Angela "Mischelle" Lawless was murdered on the exit ramp of the interstate near her home in rural Missouri. Less than two years later, an 18-year-old man named Josh Kezer was convicted of the crime. Kezer was exonerated in 2009 on an "actual innocence" ruling. This podcast examines the investigation of the murder, and whether law enforcement intentionally convicted an innocent man while protecting the state's star witness from suspicion. This podcast is hosted by a veteran journalist and is based on original reporting, interviews and thousands of pages of records.