Siblings in Crime
Siblings in Crime is a weekly true crime podcast hosted by brother and sister duo, Blake Murphy and Ally Rossell.
Join us as we dive into the darkest, most chilling crime stories from around the world. Whether it's unsolved mysteries, brutal murders, or bizarre disappearances, Siblings in Crime is your go-to podcast for captivating and thought-provoking true crime tales.
Every week, we explore a new case, discussing details that will keep you on the edge of your seat. We mix humor with the macabre, offering a fresh approach to true crime storytelling. From historical criminal events to modern-day investigations, they explore both classic and contemporary cases that spark curiosity and discussion.
Tune in to Siblings in Crime for compelling storytelling, intriguing criminal investigations, and a deep dive into some of the most spine-tingling true crime stories out there. Perfect for true crime fans who love gripping narratives and the bond between siblings.
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Siblings in Crime
The Last Jump - Els Van Doren
38 year old elite skydiver Els Van Doren fell to her death in 2006 after both her main and reserve parachutes failed to open—an almost impossible coincidence. Investigators soon discovered sabotage, her parachute lines had been cut.
With no forensic evidence and only a web of emotional motives, prosecutors built a purely circumstantial case. Was it jealousy? Opportunity? Or a tragic misinterpretation?
SOURCES
Primary reporting & factual verification
- VRT NWS (Flemish public broadcasting) – trial coverage & psychological reports
- De Standaard – Belgian national newspaper reporting on the investigation and conviction
- Het Laatste Nieuws – Flemish coverage of relationships, timeline, and trial testimony
- Reuters – English-language reporting on conviction and appeals
- The Guardian – international coverage of trial outcome and controversy
- Archived Belgian court summaries (public portions) – conviction, charges, appeals status
Supplemental contextual sources
- Skydiving gear & malfunction statistics via USPA and European parachuting associations
- Expert rigging commentary cited in Belgian press regarding line-cutting time and method
- Publicly available interviews & commentary from Belgian legal analysts regarding circumstantial cases
