Crimes of the Past
we dive deep into the lost, overlooked, and unsolved cases that history left behind. From chilling murders and mysterious disappearances to bizarre scandals buried in time, we uncover the true stories that never made the headlines—or were deliberately erased.
Join us as we unravel long-forgotten mysteries, explore strange and eerie cases, and shine a light on the crimes that history tried to forget.
Crimes of the Past
The Vanishing of the Sodder Children: A Christmas Mystery
On Christmas Eve, 1945, a mysterious fire destroyed the Sodder family home in Fayetteville, West Virginia. Five of the ten Sodder children were presumed dead—but no remains were ever found. Strange occurrences before and after the fire, from cut phone lines to alleged sightings of the children years later, have fueled theories of kidnapping, arson, and even Mafia involvement. Decades later, the fate of the Sodder children remains one of the most chilling unsolved mysteries in American history.
Thanks for joining us as we explored the chilling mystery of the Villisca Ax Murders. Over a century later, the questions still linger—and the house still whispers. If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a fellow true crime fan. Until next time, stay curious... and stay safe.