What really happened inside the alleged Siders Family House of Horrors in Ohio? What are the latest developments in the Tyler Robinson murder trial involving the killing of Charlie Kirk? Join retired NYPD Detective Michael Alcazar and former NYPD Sergeant Joseph Giacalone on another episode of Roll Call as they break down the week’s biggest true crime headlines through the eyes of experienced investigators. In this episode, we’ll discuss: • The disturbing allegations surrounding the Ohio Siders Family House of Horrors case • The latest updates from the Tyler Robinson trial in the killing of Charlie Kirk • The investigative techniques used by law enforcement • Legal strategy, courtroom developments, and what to watch next • Additional breaking true crime stories making headlines this week If you’re looking for expert analysis from veteran investigators, this is the show for you. Roll Call goes beyond the headlines to explain the evidence, investigative procedures, criminal law, and courtroom strategy behind today’s most talked about criminal cases. Catch Roll Call every Friday at 8:00 AM ET exclusively on True Crime with the Sarge. If you enjoy in-depth true crime analysis, be sure to subscribe, like, and share the show so you never miss an episode. #TrueCrime #RollCall #MichaelAlcazar #JosephGiacalone #Ohio #SidersFamily #HouseOfHorrors #TylerRobinson #CharlieKirk #MurderTrial #CrimeNews #CriminalInvestigation #NYPD #Detective #TrueCrimeWithTheSarge

On this episode of Roll Call on True Crime with the Sarge, retired NYPD Detective Mike Alcazar joins former NYPD Sergeant Joseph Giacalone to analyze two of the most talked about criminal investigations making headlines. First, we examine the criminal case involving Long Island therapist Alison Winter, who served as the therapist for Asa Ellerup, the wife of accused Rex Heuermann, during the Peacock documentary. We discuss the allegations, the criminal charges, the legal implications, and how this case could impact public trust in mental health professionals involved in high-profile true crime cases. We also break down the shocking investigation involving Eugene Horsch following the execution of search warrants at his home in the Olney neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Authorities allege Horsch impersonated a DEA agent while investigators reportedly recovered firearms, suspected drugs, chemicals, barrels, and numerous items that have raised significant investigative questions. We discuss what detectives look for during searches like these, what evidence could mean, and where this investigation may be headed. Join us as we separate fact from speculation and provide expert law enforcement insight into these developing criminal investigations. Topics include: • Alison Winter criminal case • Asa Ellerup and the Peacock documentary • Rex Heuermann Memoribilia • Eugene Horsch investigation • Philadelphia search warrants • DEA impersonation allegations • Firearms and narcotics investigations • Criminal evidence analysis • Search warrant procedures • Former NYPD detectives’ perspective If you enjoy in-depth true crime analysis from experienced investigators, be sure to subscribe to True Crime with the Sarge, like this video, and join the discussion in the comments. 00:00:00 Welcome and Announcements 00:01:06 Long Island Therapist Alison Winter Charged 00:10:44 Billy Schmidt Murder Case Arrests 00:15:47 Empire State Building Climbers Incident 00:20:24 Eugene Horsch Raid in Philadelphia 00:32:51 High Costs of Murder Trials 00:37:24 Taylor Swift Wedding Security Concerns 00:39:58 NYPD Holiday Pay Issues 00:45:35 Blazy Taylor Case Update #TrueCrime #RollCall #MikeAlcazar #JosephGiacalone #RexHeuermann #GilgoBeach #LongIsland #AsaEllerup #AlisonWinter #Philadelphia #EugeneHorsch #CrimeNews #Detective #LawEnforcement #SearchWarrant #DEA #CriminalInvestigation

What was the defense strategy behind one of the most closely watched serial murder cases in American history? In this exclusive prerecorded interview on True Crime with the Sarge, retired NYPD Sergeant Joseph Giacalone and acclaimed filmmaker Josh Zeman, director of The Killing Season, sit down with defense attorney Michael J. Brown, who represented Rex Heuermann, the Long Island Serial Killer. Attorney Brown provides an in-depth look at the legal strategy behind the defense, including the challenges of representing a client accused of multiple murders, the controversial planning document recovered during the investigation, jurisdictional issues, pretrial decision making, constitutional protections, discovery, evidence, media attention, and what the public may have misunderstood about the case. This conversation goes beyond the headlines to examine how high-profile homicide cases are defended, how prosecutors and defense attorneys prepare for trial, and the legal principles that shape the American criminal justice system. Topics include: * The defense strategy for Rex Heuermann * The significance of the alleged planning document * Jurisdictional and venue issues * Building a defense in a high-profile serial murder case * Discovery, evidence, and constitutional rights * Public perception versus courtroom reality * Media coverage and its impact on criminal cases * Lessons from one of America’s most significant serial killer prosecutions Whether you’re interested in the Long Island Serial Killer investigation, criminal law, trial strategy, or the inner workings of major homicide prosecutions, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. Subscribe to True Crime with the Sarge for expert interviews, in-depth case analysis, and conversations with investigators, prosecutors, defense attorneys, forensic experts, and journalists covering today’s biggest true crime stories. 0:00 Introduction of Attorney Michael Brown 0:45 Taking on the Case and Initial Concerns 4:42 The DNA Evidence Fight 7:21 Fry Hearing and Scientific Acceptance 10:11 Challenges with the 1000 Genome Project 13:28 Jurisdictional Issues 15:11 The Decision to Plead Guilty 17:28 FBI Cell Phone Ping Evidence 18:21 The Planning Document/Manifesto 21:36 Dealing with Dave Shaler 27:32 The Karen Vergata Case 28:38 James Burke and Federal Documents 36:28 Seating Arrangement Strategy 37:36 The Belt and Other Suspects 40:11 Ethical Considerations of Naming Suspects 41:10 Public Release of Case Discovery 43:01 Thoughts on the Task Force Model 44:50 Current Status and Inmate Location 46:16 Was Assa Knowledgeable? 49:16 Potential Book Project 50:35 Reflecting on Rex Heuermann #RexHeuermann #LongIslandSerialKiller #GilgoBeach #LISK #TrueCrime #MichaelJBrown #JoshZeman #TheKillingSeason #DefenseAttorney #CriminalDefense #TrialStrategy #SerialKiller #TrueCrimeWithTheSarge #JosephGiacalone #CriminalJustice #LegalAnalysis

Some of Long Island’s most haunting murders and disappearances remain unsolved decades later. Join True Crime with the Sarge for a LIVE discussion with acclaimed documentary director Josh Zeman and independent investigative journalist Zak Winters of Winters Brothers Stories as we take a deep dive into the cold cases that continue to baffle investigators, frustrate victims’ families, and captivate the true crime community. We’ll examine the evidence, investigative challenges, overlooked leads, advances in forensic science, and whether these cases could still be solved today. We’ll also discuss how public awareness, media attention, and emerging technology may help generate new leads. Topics include: • Long Island’s most infamous unsolved murders • Lesser-known cold cases that deserve renewed attention • The impact of DNA and forensic genealogy • Andre “Sugar Bear” Isaacs, Tanya Rush, Carmen Vargas, Dix Hills Jane Doe, Asian Male Doe • What law enforcement and the public can do to help • Viewer questions answered LIVE Whether you’re interested in the Gilgo Beach investigation, Long Island history, or the science of cold case investigations, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. Subscribe to True Crime with the Sarge for expert analysis, exclusive interviews, and in-depth discussions with investigators, journalists, authors, and filmmakers from across the true crime world. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:01:47 The Andre Sugar Bear Isaac Case Deep Dive 00:17:03 Asian Male Doe and Craigslist Archival Ads Analysis 00:27:14 The Trifecta: Tanya Rush and Tina Folia Cases 00:36:03 Dix Hills Jane Doe Boots-on-the-Ground Investigation 00:48:38 Medford Jane Doe and Serial Killer Comparison Matrix 00:54:15 Rex Heuermann's Coded Language and the 1888 Mentality 01:01:15 Guest Closing Thoughts and Special Announcements #LongIsland #ColdCases #TrueCrime #JoshZeman #ZakWinters #TrueCrimeWithTheSarge #UnsolvedMurders #GilgoBeach #ColdCaseInvestigation #ForensicScience #MissingPersons #CrimeInvestigation #Justice #joegiacalone #coldcasefiles #unidentifiedbody

Welcome to a new episode of Roll Call. Each week retired NYPD Detective Mike Alcazar and I break down the latest cases, trials, and news you’re following on True Crime with the Sarge. This week we’re diving into the Ohio Supreme Court decision to not hear Mackenzie Shirilla’s appeal, the defense team for Alex Murdaugh files three new motions, Zarrius Hildabrand, a U.S. soldier, was found guilty in his wife’s death, and David Vander Meer was found deceased in his cell by his own doing. Tune in every Friday, 8AM ET for Roll Call! 00:00:01 Introduction and Welcome 00:00:45 David Vander Meer Case Update 00:06:05 Mackenzie Shirilla Appeal and Son of Sam Laws 00:14:06 Discussion on Maternal Instinct Netflix Doc 00:16:27 Alex Murdaugh Case Motions 00:27:14 Zarrius Hildebrand Case 00:33:10 NYPD Corruption and Search Warrants 00:44:46 Philadelphia Case: Billy Schmidt 00:55:40 Asian Male Doe and Upcoming Shows #truecrimewiththesarge #joegiacalone #mikealcazar #mackenzieshirilla #truecrimepodcast #truecrimecommunity

On this episode of True Crime with the Sarge, retired NYPD Sergeant Joseph Giacalone welcomes former FBI Agent Rich Teahan and acclaimed investigative reporter Bob Ward to discuss their compelling new book, Face to Face with Whitey Bulger. For decades, James “Whitey” Bulger was one of America’s most notorious fugitives, ruling Boston’s criminal underworld while evading capture amid allegations of corruption and misconduct within the FBI. In this exclusive interview, Teahan and Woodward provide a firsthand look into Bulger’s life, crimes, capture, and the complex relationship between organized crime and federal law enforcement. Topics include: • The rise of Whitey Bulger and the Winter Hill Gang • FBI informants and corruption allegations • The manhunt that ended Bulger’s years on the run • What Rich Teahan learned from direct interactions with Bulger • Behind-the-scenes stories from Face to Face with Whitey Bulger • Organized crime, law enforcement, and the lasting impact of the Bulger case • Lessons for investigators, journalists, and true crime enthusiasts Whether you’re fascinated by the history of organized crime, FBI investigations, mob bosses, or one of the most infamous criminals in American history, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. 📖 Featured Book: Face to Face with Whitey Bulger 🎙️ Hosted by Joseph Giacalone, retired NYPD Sergeant and author of The Cold Case Handbook 00:00:00 Introduction 00:00:45 Collaboration on Face to Face with Whitey Bulger 00:04:00 Surprising research findings 00:06:58 FBI dysfunction and corruption 00:11:06 Controversies regarding informant files 00:18:26 Changing the FBI media narrative 00:19:35 Fact vs. Fiction regarding Bulger 00:21:49 The strategy behind the downfall 00:26:17 Arrest of Whitey Bulger in Santa Monica 00:31:45 Bulger’s interview and behavior 00:37:38 Remaining a fugitive for 16 years 00:42:13 Reality vs. the perceived image of Bulger 00:44:10 Teachable moments for law enforcement 00:48:38 If you could ask Bulger one question #WhiteyBulger #RichTeahan #BobWard #TrueCrime #FBI #OrganizedCrime #MobBoss #BostonCrime #WinterHillGang #TrueCrimePodcast #JosephGiacalone #FaceToFaceWithWhiteyBulger #CrimeHistory #FederalInvestigation #TrueCrimeWithTheSarge

In this episode of Roll Call on True Crime with the Sarge, Joe Giacalone and retired NYPD Detective Michael Alcazar discuss the latest cases, trials, missing persons, and true crime news. This week we’ll start off with the sentencing of Rex Heuermann, the Long Island Serial Killer, for the deaths of eight women: Sandra Costilla, Maureen Brainard-Barnes, Amber Lynn Costello, Megan Waterman, Melissa Barthelemy, Valerie Mack, Jessica Taylor, and Karen Vergata. 00:00:00 Introduction and Knicks Parade Security 00:02:49 Rex Heuermann Sentencing Overview 00:04:44 Impact Statements and Family Reactions 00:11:34 Rex Heuermann’s Physical State and Psychological Profile 00:15:37 Legal Rules for Courtroom Recording 00:23:51 Heuermann’s Future as an Informant 00:26:26 Craigslist, Backpage, and Investigative Tactics 00:30:26 Argentina’s Child Support Enforcement Plan 00:32:05 Nostalgic Police Work: Warrant Apprehension Stories 00:36:20 Concerns for July 4th and Public Safety 00:37:29 The Joshua Nance Case in Florida 00:42:43 AI’s Impact on Jury Selection 00:48:55 Luigi Manion’s Defense Change 00:52:33 Tragical Incident in Mississippi 00:59:35 Wrap Up and Next Week’s Guests #truecrimewiththesarge #truecrimecommunity #joegiacalone #gilgobeach #crimenews #lisk #rexheuermann #longislandserialkiller #rollcall

Moments after convicted serial killer Rex Heuermann was sentenced in a Long Island courtroom, I sat down outside the courthouse with acclaimed filmmaker Josh Zeman @SinisterPodcastJZ journalist Zak Winters @WintersBrothersStories an exclusive in-person discussion about one of the most significant serial killer cases in modern American history. #truecrimewiththesarge #truecrimecommunity #joegiacalone #gilgobeach #crimenews #joshzeman #lisk #longislandserialkiller #thesarge