60. Murdered: Kristin O’Connell (Pt 5) If
This is the 5th part in a series. Please listen to episodes 56 through 59 first.
Today, we’re talking about more twists and turns in a 37-year-long investigation. Plus; DNA, mishandled evidence, and advocacy.
Thank you to Jolynn Rice, founder of Cold Case Advocacy. Visit her website:
This is Kristin’s story, told by those who are fighting for her.
CALL TO ACTION
Kristin’s case CAN be solved. Please sign the petition and demand that the NYSP use an outside lab to test the DNA:
If you have any information about Kristin’s case and want to submit a tip, please do so by contacting:
Peter McCadden of the New York State Police:
(585)398-4125
You can also share this episode and Kristin’s story on social media - there is power in numbers and someone knows something.
To get more information about Kristin’s case, visit my friends at:
Murdered: Kristin O'Connell | Ovid, NY | Uncovered
Make sure to join the Facebook Group:
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Method & Madness is researched, written, hosted, & produced by Dawn Cate
Sound Editing by moInspo
Music by Tymur Khakimov from Pixabay
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This episode was made possible thanks to the following people:
Courtney Fenner, Christopher Pavlik & Jolynn Rice
The investigative work of Noel Hotchkiss & Preston Felton
The family & friends of Kristin: Phyllis O’Connell, Barb Baer, Shannon Harris, Phil Riedel
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