Side Stories: Christmas Crimes
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What happened during the Christmas crimes discussed in the podcast?
The podcast discussed several Christmas crimes, including four family annihilators over the Christmas break, a man who disrupted two Catholic masses by throwing onions and tangerines, and two Oregon men who died from exposure while searching for Sasquatch on Christmas Eve. Additionally, there was a tragic incident in New Orleans where a man drove an electric truck through a crowd on Bourbon Street, killing 15 people and injuring 35, inspired by ISIS.
What is the story behind the man who disrupted Catholic masses during Christmas?
Thomas Campbell Bowling Von Goetz disrupted two Catholic masses on Christmas Eve. At the first mass, he walked in yelling, dropped an onion in the aisle, and later pelted a man with tangerines. Seven hours later, he attended a midnight mass, dumped whiskey in the holy water, and threatened parishioners before being tackled and arrested. He was charged with multiple offenses, including second-degree assault and defacing religious property.
What happened to the two Oregon men who went looking for Sasquatch on Christmas Eve?
Two Oregon men went out on Christmas Eve to look for Sasquatch in the forest. They got drunk, couldn't find Sasquatch, and ended up freezing to death in the snow. Their bodies were found frozen, highlighting the dangers of their ill-advised adventure.
What was the outcome of the New Orleans Bourbon Street attack?
In New Orleans, a man named Samsuddin Jabbar, inspired by ISIS, drove an electric truck through a crowd on Bourbon Street, killing 15 people and injuring 35. He was a former military veteran and engaged in a shootout with police, during which he was killed. He was seen waving an ISIS flag during the attack.
What is the significance of the Cybertruck suicide bombing in Las Vegas?
Matthew Livelsberger, a former Green Beret, rented a Cybertruck and drove it to Las Vegas, where he detonated it in front of Trump Tower after shooting himself. He was a fan of both Donald Trump and Elon Musk, and his actions were seen as symbolic, though his motivations were likely more personal, including a recent divorce and a brain injury that altered his personality.
What is the story behind Josef Fritzl's potential parole?
Josef Fritzl, who imprisoned his daughter in a basement for 24 years and fathered seven children with her, is now 89 and seeking parole. He has been in psychiatric detention since 2009 and claims he was a good father. His attorney stated he dreams of having a house with a basement, which has raised concerns given his history. However, it is unlikely he will be granted full freedom, though he may be moved to a lower-security prison.
What is the update on the mysterious drones seen in New Jersey?
A licensed drone operator in South Dakota reported sightings of advanced drones that did not transmit radio frequency IDs, which is required by the FAA. The drones were seen hovering and moving in ways that standard aircraft cannot, leading to speculation about their origin and purpose. The operator believes they are not legal and may be part of a secret program.
What is the story behind the haunted recliner mentioned in the listener emails?
A listener shared a story about a haunted recliner in their friend's house. Multiple people reported feeling a female presence watching them from the recliner, with one guest even seeing a figure. Research revealed that the original owner of the house died on December 10, 2021, and the sightings occurred around the anniversary of her death, suggesting a possible ghostly presence.
What is the alien encounter story shared in the listener emails?
A listener shared a story about an Air Force member who claimed to have attended a meeting at NORAD where an alien was present. The alien was described as small, brown, scaly, with large black eyes and no nose, communicating telepathically. The Air Force member seemed depressed after the encounter, but no further details about the alien's message were provided.
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