In this SERIALously episode, the hosts delve into a series of harrowing cases involving tragic deaths and missing persons across the United States. Brace yourself as they examine the brutal murders of the Goudreau brothers, killed by a drunk driver just before their sister's wedding. The discussion then turns to Maryland, where four young children were forced to hide for hours after witnessing their parents being fatally shot multiple times.
The hosts also explore the chilling discoveries in New York City's DUMBO neighborhood, where human remains have sparked fears of a potential serial killer preying on young men. Although officials downplay the possibility, the disturbing pattern of missing persons and bodies found near nightclubs leaves many questions unanswered.
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According to investigators, former Boston College hockey players Johnny and Matthew Goudreau were tragically killed while cycling by a drunk driver who struck them on a New Jersey road. Sean M. Higgins faces up to 20 years in prison for the vehicular homicides, occurring the night before the brothers' sister's wedding.
In Maryland, Crimea Baker and Sean Lang were victims of a fatal shooting in their home. Their four young children hid in a closet for hours before the eldest, 9, called 911 after finding the bodies riddled with gunshots. Authorities believe the shooting was targeted, suggesting Crimea's ex-husband with a history of domestic violence may be involved.
In the Maryland killings, the four children, aged 9 and under, were forced to hide in a closet for about six hours after witnessing their parents' horrific murders. Their safety and future care remain grave concerns as details emerge.
In Brooklyn's DUMBO area, bone fragments from at least 3 individuals have been discovered, raising fears of a potential serial killer preying on young men. Several young men have also been found dead, some after going missing near nightclubs. A witness reported nearly being strangled by a man.
The potential victims include Carl Clemente, 27, whose body was found after being turned away from a club; John Kastic, 27, who went missing before his body was recovered; and Damani Alexander, 30, found dead after an event near a club. While police downplay serial killer fears, the pattern raises concerns.
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In recent high-profile incidents, communities have been shaken by tragic events that have resulted in the deaths of individuals under shocking circumstances.
Johnny and Matthew Goudreau, former Boston College hockey players and brothers, were tragically killed in a drunk driving accident. These incidents have sparked immense grief among their loved ones and raised critical concerns regarding road safety and the consequences of impaired driving.
On the evening prior to their sister's wedding, scheduled for August 30th, the Goudreau brothers were cycling in Oldmans Township, New Jersey, when the accident occurred around 8 pm. Sean M. Higgins, driving his Jeep Grand Cherokee, attempted to illegally pass a slow-moving sedan and SUV when he tragically struck the two brothers who were biking on the same two-lane road.
Higgins admitted to officers at the scene that he had about five or six beers before driving and subsequently failed a field sobriety test. On August 30th, he appeared in court, facing 2 counts of second-degree vehicular homicide, with each count carrying a maximum sentence of 10 years in New Jersey state prison. The Goudreau family now mourns the loss of two talented and kind young men who not only had promising hockey careers but were also family men—Johnny, a married father with two young children, and Matthew, whose wife is expecting their first child.
Crimea Baker and Sean Lang, a couple from Maryland, were victims of a fatal shooting in their home. This incident has raised pressing questions about the safety of the surviving family members and the community at large.
The shooting occurred at about 1:30 AM, with investigators believing the couple to have been shot roughly 42 times. During the assault, their four young children hid in a closet and waited in terror for hours before the eldest, a nine-year-old, called 911 around 7:30 AM after discovering the victims.
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High-profile tragic incidents resulting in deaths
The article delves into the tragic circumstances where children have been either victims or witnesses to crimes, highlighting two separate incidents that have raised serious concerns about child safety and trauma.
In a horrifying incident in Maryland, four children, ranging from infants to a 9-year-old, were left traumatized after having to hide in a closet while their parents were murdered. These children managed to conceal themselves for about six hours, only emerging once they felt it was safe to do so. The eldest, a nine-year-old, made the grim discovery of Sean and Crimea's bodies in their bedroom. The children called 911 around 7:30 AM upon finding the victims.
The authorities are particularly concerned about the children's safety and well-being, given that the perpetrator may still be at large. There is an understandable alarm surrounding the children's future and security, as crucial details about their family situation and potential threats to their safety remain unknown. Hopes are pinned on the possibility that a family member can provide the children with necessary care and support during this traumatic period.
In Brooklyn, New York, a string of disturbing findings where several young men have been discovered dead, often ruled as accidental drownings, has struck fear in the ...
Possible crimes involving children as victims or witnesses
Recent discoveries of human remains and a succession of mysterious deaths have stirred fears of a serial killer preying on young men in the DUMBO area of Brooklyn, New York.
On August 31st, bone fragments were found along the shore of Brooklyn Bridge Park; this marked the third instance of such a grim discovery within the month. Earlier, on August 19th, a human skull and other bones were located near the tourist attraction Jane's Carousel, and additional bones surfaced shortly thereafter. These finds, coupled with the suspicious deaths of several young men, have ignited suspicions of a serial killer's presence.
The deceased, all in their 20s and 30s, include Carl Clemente, John Kastic, and Damani Alexander. Reports suggest that before their deaths, some victims might have been chased or taken against their will. Though the police have not endorsed the theory of a serial killer, the mounting number of casualties and the pattern of the deaths have caused considerable alarm.
The death trail begins with 27-year-old Carl Clemente, whose body was discovered in Newton Creek after he was last seen being refused entry into the Mirage Club due to inebriation. Surveillance revealed him running down the streets before vanishing, and his death was ruled a drowning. Following this, on July 29th, John Kastic, also 27, went missing after a night at the same club. His body was recovered days later, with drowning as the cause, though his death was categorized as undetermined. Almost a year later, 30-year-old Damani Alexander was found dead in a creek after attending an event near the Mirage.
An anonymous individual narrowly escaped death by strangulation near the Mirage Club, th ...
Suspected serial killer activity in New York
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