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  • Cruelty of the Axe

    Cruelty of the Axe
    Sep 13 2025
    It was the middle of the night. It was February 22, 1991 and it was 2:00am to be precise. It was Cherry Hill, NJ, and it was the apartment of a beautiful single woman, Yeda De De Rosenthal, W/F 33, living alone, sound asleep in her upper lever apartment after a tiring day at work. A drug fiend, serial killer, axe murderer, rapist was slithering into her world. He would murder her in cold blood, rape her, rob her apartment and dump her body in a desolate landfill…but he wouldn’t be finished.

    In 1995 he would kill again! He would take an AXE to his girlfriend’s head, make her 14-year-old daughter watch it, then hold the child hostage for several hours as he tortured and forced his evilness upon her. Left unchecked and uncaught, who knows what unspeakable future atrocities he may have unleashed on the public at the hands of this crazed madman with an AXE! As tirelessly as the police worked, as relentless as they were, they would never be completely satisfied.
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    39 min
  • Death...V...Alley

    Death...V...Alley
    Sep 7 2025
    In the wee hours of the morning on August 10, 1993, Camden City Police responded to gun shots in the alley call in North Camden. There was a young, 40-year-old city resident, mother of two, lying face down, shot in the back with a large caliber hand gun.

    There were no witnesses, there were no leads and no trace of her killer. Only a trail of nine empty shell casings in a scattered row left behind her on the ground from a 9MM gun.

    Gloria Hoke was a heroin/crack addict. She paid for it with her life! But no one deserves to be…MURDERED!

    That same day, in the early evening hours, cops would get a tip about a man with a gun. They find and arrest Ronald Patton, AKA Physical with the very weapon later determined to be the murder weapon. He is charged with weapons offenses and now it is time for Homicide to step in and connect the dots, or shall we say…the shell casings.

    Come sit with Det. Gavel on this brilliant piece of detective work as he assumes the role of a crackhead drug addict. The idea, the plan, the approval, the tactic, the team work, the implementation, the confession, the trial, the conviction and the appeal! In this case, we made case law, State of New Jersey v. Ronald Patton.
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    1 h et 4 min
  • A Blind Date with...Death

    A Blind Date with...Death
    Aug 28 2025
    A Blind Date with...Death! This is a story of unspeakable betrayal. Murder investigations come with pitfalls, some you see coming and others you never see coming, this story is about one of those. Follow Homicide Det. Harry Gavel and his partner Det. Gary Finneman as they search for clues on the hunt for evidence of a ruthless serial killer and violent drug dealer, disguised as a police informant who thought he had them all fooled. He was mistaken…highly mistaken.

    The killer was seconds away from being detected and caught red-handed cutting and bagging a shipment of blow by the very two homicide detectives who were tirelessly working to solve the murder of one of his partners in crime, Eli Rosario. His plan was to take out, the two very detectives who were hot on his trail, by way of an AK47, would be stopped at the doorstep.

    The mother of his latest victim was helpless to save her own son from being swallowed up by the ugly, crime-ridden streets in the murder Capitol of the nation, Camden City, New Jersey in the 1990’s. But her deed of denial, paid dividends!

    Shit is about to get treacherous…real treacherous!
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    39 min
  • The Fatal…Favor!

    The Fatal…Favor!
    Aug 23 2025
    On April 25th, 1993, 16-year-old Amanda Gardner’s simple act of kindness—giving a friend a ride—turned into a devastating betrayal that cost her life. What began as a spring afternoon in Topeka, Kansas, ended with a brutal murder, a stolen car, and a reckless cross-country crime spree that shocked the nation.

    In this episode, retired homicide investigator Harry Gavel recounts the chilling details of the case: from Amanda’s trusting nature and vibrant spirit, to the calculated plan devised by those she considered friends. You’ll hear how investigators pieced together the trail of burglaries, pawned goods, and reckless behavior that ultimately led to the capture of her killers in Camden, New Jersey.

    Through firsthand investigative insight, this episode explores not only the cruelty of Amanda’s murderers, but also the relentless pursuit of justice that brought them down. The haunting image of her killers playing basketball after her death serves as a reminder of the callousness investigators faced—and overcame. This is the story of betrayal, tragedy, and justice. Amanda Gardner’s life was cut short at just 16, but her memory endures through the tireless work of those who refused to let her voice be silenced.

    ⚠️ Listener discretion advised: This episode contains graphic descriptions of violence and may be disturbing to some listeners.
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    39 min
  • The Mastermind of Murder

    The Mastermind of Murder
    Aug 5 2025
    Step inside the chilling world of homicide investigations with retired Detective Sergeant First Class Harry Gavel of the Camden County Prosecutor's Office. In this true crime podcast, The Mastermind of Murder, Gavel walks you through one of the most haunting cases of his career — the brutal killing of 30-year-old Robert C. Barr, a devoted father who was shot six times in his own home.

    What begins as a puzzling suburban murder unravels into a tangled web of deceit, addiction, betrayal, and cold-blooded conspiracy. As Gavel and his partner, Rubelewski A.K.A. ."Rube", dig deeper, they uncover a calculated plot orchestrated by someone who was supposed to love the victim most: his estranged wife.

    Through firsthand accounts, court records, and gritty details from the front lines of law enforcement, Gavel paints a vivid picture of how the case cracked open, revealing the disturbing truths behind the crime. Listener discretion is advised due to graphic content and real-life violence.

    If you're drawn to real crime stories, twisted motives, and the painstaking process of bringing justice to light, this podcast is your next obsession.

    Subscribe now to The Mastermind of Murder and follow along as we expose the cold calculation behind a seemingly senseless act—and the relentless pursuit that brought the killers to justice.
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    42 min
  • The Broken Angel

    The Broken Angel
    Aug 2 2025
    Welcome to "The Broken Angel," a gripping true-crime podcast hosted by retired Detective Sergeant First Class Harry Gavel from the Camden County Prosecutor's Office Homicide Division.

    This podcast delves into the harrowing details of real homicide investigations, with a focus on honoring the victims, uncovering the truth, and bringing closure to the families left behind. In this episode, we recount the tragic case of Tammy Polk, a two-year-old girl whose life was cut short in a horrific manner. Listener discretion is advised due to the graphic nature of the content.

    The story begins in late October and early November of 1989, when Tammy's lifeless body was discovered in her crib. The investigation revealed a series of disturbing events, including severe injuries and neglect, leading to the arrest of her mother's boyfriend, Malik Abdul. Detective Gavel shares his firsthand experience as the lead investigator on this case, providing insights into the challenges and emotional toll of solving such a heart-wrenching crime.

    Through meticulous examination of public court records, law enforcement files, and direct investigative experience, this episode sheds light on the harsh realities faced by homicide detectives and the importance of seeking justice for the innocent. Join us as we navigate through the twists and turns of this investigation, uncovering the truth behind Tammy's tragic death and the impact it had on those involved.

    This episode is a tribute to Tammy Polk, the broken angel, and a reminder of the resilience and dedication of those who work tirelessly to bring justice to the victims of such heinous crimes.
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    57 min
  • Bugged Beyond the Grave

    Bugged Beyond the Grave
    Jul 30 2025
    When a jittery woman walked into the Gloucester Township Police station in late December 1990, what she had to say sounded like a twisted horror movie. But what followed unraveled one of the most disturbing homicide cases of Detective Harry Gavel’s career.

    In this chilling episode, Bugged Beyond the Grave, retired Detective Gavel recounts the brutal murder of a homeless man named Steven Aquesta—killed over a suspected $50,000 inheritance. The killers? Two acquaintances who lured him in with a poker game and then ended his life in a gruesome, calculated attack.

    The story unfolds with forensic discoveries, confessions, and a haunting detail that gave this episode its name: a beetle crawling out of the victim's body during autopsy—a scene that will stick with even the toughest true crime listeners. You’ll hear firsthand how deception, desperation, and guilt collided—and why justice, although delayed, was eventually served.

    Listener discretion is strongly advised.
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    34 min
  • Before The Ball Dropped

    Before The Ball Dropped
    Jul 30 2025
    On New Year’s Eve, 1995, as fireworks painted the sky over Camden City, New Jersey, an unspeakable tragedy unfolded just miles away from the celebrations.

    In this harrowing episode, retired Detective Sergeant First Class Harry Gavel of the Camden County Prosecutor’s Office recounts the most haunting case of his 11-year career in homicide. "Before The Ball Dropped" tells the true story of a home invasion that turned into a brutal double homicide and hostage crisis, leaving a three-year-old girl orphaned and a city shaken to its core.

    As the clock ticked toward midnight, a cold-blooded killer burst into a family's home, executing a respected physician and his wife before taking their daughter hostage. This isn't just a story about crime—it's about heartbreak, heroism, and a community that responded with swift justice. Listeners are taken inside the intense police standoff that followed, the sniper’s split-second decision, and the lifelong impact left on a child who witnessed unimaginable horror.

    Sensitive content ahead. Listener discretion is strongly advised.
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    23 min