Chronicle 107: "Missing Freshman"

Chronicle 107: "Missing Freshman"

Author: Nicole Turner January 26, 2026 Duration: 19:27
This episode is rated a 5 (on my Serious Crime Scale). After Labor Day weekend in 2005, 17-year-old Taylor Behl returned to the campus of Virginia Commonwealth University eager to resume her freshman year. Away from home for the first time, Taylor was embracing the independence and excitement of college life. But when more than 24 hours passed without anyone hearing from her, concern quickly turned to alarm – and those closest to her knew something was terribly wrong. Listen now to hear the full story. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Nicole Turner has spent her career within the walls of academia, and now she brings that unique perspective to Campus Crime Chronicles. As both a professor and an administrator, she understands the complex ecosystem of a college campus-the rhythms of student life, the pressures, the closed communities, and the specific vulnerabilities that can exist. This podcast digs into cases that occur in these unique settings, from long-unsolved mysteries in campus libraries to modern-day digital crimes that spread through university networks. Each episode is built on meticulous research, examining not just the "what" of a crime, but the "why" these environments can become a backdrop for tragedy. You'll hear about cases that made national headlines alongside obscure incidents that reveal deeper systemic issues, all analyzed through Nicole's informed lens. The goal isn't just to recount events, but to explore the lasting impact on victims, families, and the very idea of a campus as a sanctuary. For anyone fascinated by true crime but weary of the same well-trodden stories, this series offers a distinct and thoughtful niche. Tune in for a compelling blend of investigative narrative and institutional insight, where every story begins at a place meant for learning.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 136

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Chronicle 22: "Silent Killings" [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:12
This episode is rated a 5 (on my Serious Crime Scale). It’s the story of two separate murders that occurred on the campus of Gallaudet University, a prestigious school in Washington, D.C., and the nation’s only liberal a…
Chronicle 21: "Slayings at Stanford" [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:00
This episode is rated a 5 (on my Serious Crime Scale). It’s the story of not one, or two, but THREE different murders on the grounds of Stanford University. In the course of two years, THREE young women were violently ki…
Chronicle 20: "Professor of Arson" [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:03
This episode is rated a 3 (on my Serious Crime Scale). It's the story of a former college professor, who has ties to several colleges across the country, and allegedly went on an "arson-setting" spree in the summer of 20…
Chronicle 19: #WhatHappenedtoJelaniDay [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:16
This episode is rated a 5 (on my Serious Crime Scale). It’s the story of Illinois State University graduate student Jelani Day. Earlier this year, on Aug. 25, Jelani was reported missing and shortly after, on Sept. 4, Je…
Chronicle 18: "A Mother's Breaking Point" [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:34
This episode is rated a 5 (on my Serious Crime Scale). It's the story of Marissa Pagli, an 18-year-old freshman volleyball player attending Manhattanville College in Purchase, New York. Marissa's life was tragically cut…
Chronicle 17: "He Said, She Said" [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:00
This episode is rated a 4 (on my Serious Crime Scale). It's the story of a young woman, 17, who accused a 20-year-old college student from the University of Kansas of rape. She alleged he sexually assaulted her after the…
Chronicle 16: "Who Shot Bryan Pata?" [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:20
This episode is rated a 5 (on my Serious Crime Scale). It’s the story of a University of Miami football player who was gunned down and killed in the parking lot of his apartment complex – and after 15 years of, basically…
Chronicle 15: "The Wrong Car" [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:51
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Chronicle 14: "Florida State Slayings" [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:24
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Chronicle 13: "Stalked By a Student" [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:25
This episode is rated a 3… and also a 2 (on my Serious Crime Scale). That’s right! This week I have a double rating because I tell you two different stories with a similar theme; both of which are about a professor’s wor…