Real Life Real Crime

The holidays can amplify both joy and tragedy — and in this episode of True Crime Time, Woody and Cyndi Overton take listeners through several unsettling cases that occurred during or around the holiday season.The episode examines: • A child abuse case in North Carolina • A murder-suicide during Christmas • An accidental shooting tied to domestic violence • The sexual assault and robbery of a 12-year-old boy • A female serial killer responsible for multiple intentional overdoses • A babysitter accused of violently assaulting an infant • A bizarre Oklahoma case involving an attempt to trade a baby for beerAlongside the facts, the hosts reflect on mental health struggles, warning signs of abuse, and the role communities play in protecting vulnerable victims — especially children. While the stories are difficult, the episode reinforces the message that awareness, reporting, and compassion can make a difference.This episode contains discussion of violence and child abuse.Chapter Titles00:00 – Year-End Reflections