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True Crime Time For April 22, 2026 | Child Abuse Arrest, Toddler Hunting Shooting, Ant Smuggling Ring

Season 17 Episode 152 Published 2 weeks, 3 days ago
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In this episode of True Crime Time For, Woody Overton delivers a wide range of cases — from heartbreaking child abuse to shocking negligence and bizarre international crime.

The episode opens with updates on the upcoming Real Life Real Crime Live Show, encouraging listeners to secure tickets early as the event is expected to sell out. Woody also shares a personal tribute to his father on the anniversary of his passing, adding a heartfelt moment to the episode.

From there, the episode dives into a bizarre international case involving a man arrested for attempting to smuggle over 2,000 live queen ants out of Kenya — highlighting the growing underground market for rare species.

In Texas, a disturbing case unfolds involving a Houston police lieutenant caught in an undercover sting, allegedly attempting to meet a minor for sex. The arrest raises serious concerns about abuse of authority and betrayal of public trust.

One of the most alarming stories involves a hospital in Pakistan where hundreds of children were infected with HIV after staff reused contaminated syringes — a case of negligence and cost-cutting with devastating consequences.

Additional cases include:

  • A Wisconsin hunting incident where a 3-year-old was allegedly involved in a shooting that injured two people, raising serious questions about supervision and firearm safety
  • A burglary case involving a suspect who broke into a restaurant and stole minimal items, highlighting poor decision-making and repeat offender behavior
  • A Florida child abuse case where parents were arrested after a 6-year-old showed up to school with visible injuries and signs of neglect
  • A deeply disturbing case of a Florida mother accused of suffocating her 4-year-old child, with prosecutors seeking the death penalty
  • An Indiana case where a man beat a 71-year-old victim to death and attempted to conceal the crime, later stating, “I’m done like fried chicken” after his arrest

The episode also includes a chilling historical reference to the Hi-Fi murders of 1974, where victims were tortured and killed in a brutal robbery.

Throughout the episode, Woody reinforces a central message:

whether it’s negligence, abuse, or calculated violence — accountability matters, and justice depends on people speaking up.

🎧 Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Live Show Update

03:00 Tribute and Personal Reflection

05:00 Worldwide Crime: Ant Smuggling Case

10:30 F’ed Up Professional: Houston Officer Sting

18:00 Worldwide Crime: Hospital HIV Outbreak

27:00 Hunting Incident Involving Toddler

35:00 Dumb Criminal: Restaurant Burglary

40:00 Family Matters: Child Abuse Arrest

48:00 Florida Child Murder Case

56:00 Indiana Elderly Murder Case

01:05:00 This Day in History – Hi-Fi Murders

01:10:00 Closing Thoughts and Call to Action

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