Coffee & Crime Stories
Coffee & Crime Stories
Grab your favorite mug and settle in for a conversation about the cases that captivate us all.
Welcome to Coffee & Crime Stories, where we break down true crime cases in the same way you'd discuss them with a friend over coffee. No dramatic music, no sensationalism – just clear, thoughtful conversations that help you understand what really happened.
Hosted by a practicing attorney, Coffee & Crime Stories offers a unique legal perspective on the cases that make headlines. Each episode, we dive deep into a different case, walking through the timeline, examining the evidence, and exploring the psychology behind the crime. With insights from the legal field, we'll help you understand not just what happened, but how the justice system responds to these crimes.
Whether it's a headline-grabbing murder, a puzzling disappearance, or a case that's been cold for decades, we'll help you make sense of the facts and understand how these crimes unfolded. Our legal background allows us to break down complex courtroom procedures, explain legal terminology, and provide context that you won't find in other true crime podcasts.
Perfect for your morning commute, lunch break, or whenever you need a true crime fix, Coffee & Crime Stories treats these real cases with the respect they deserve while satisfying your curiosity about the darker side of human nature.
So pour yourself a cup, get comfortable, and let's talk crime.
Coffee & Crime Stories
The Murder of Patenaude and Shunn
The Murder of Patenaude and Shunn
These sources focus on the criminal case against John Reed for the murder of his neighbors, Patrick Shunn and Monique Patenaude, stemming from a long-running property dispute. The articles highlight John Reed's defense of self-defense against the aggravated murder charges, contrasting it with the prosecution's evidence, which included the testimony of his brother, Tony Reed. Tony Reed, who had pleaded guilty to rendering criminal assistance, detailed how he helped John dispose of the bodies and vehicles, initially believing they would "get away with it." Ultimately, John Reed was convicted of first-degree murder for Shunn and second-degree murder for Patenaude, resulting in a sentence of life in prison without parole. One document also details an appeal attempt by John Reed, arguing that prosecutorial misconduct during his trial should have warranted a reversal of his conviction.