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Keystone Cold Cases: A Pennsylvania Unsolved Crimes Podcast A podcast that aims to reignite cold cases across the state of Pennsylvania.

14/03/2025

Today drops episode #145 on Dolores Della Penna.

Dolores was a recent graduate of St. Hubert Catholic High School for Girls. She graduated with honors and was known for kind nature and bright smile.

On July 11th, 1972 she was out with friends. Around 11PM she was on her way home with another friend. Though they did have to take separate trolleys home. She did make it onto her trolley and was let off 3 blocks from her home around 11:50PM. Then she disappeared.

Less than 2 weeks later portions of her body were found in New Jersey. The findings of her remains showed the depravity another human can behold. Dolores had been dismembered. Authorities were able to find all of the remains minus her head. In addition to the dismemberment, her torso had been intentionally skinned.

Over the years it has been speculated that a biker gang had been involved in this heinous crime. Incarcerated members pointed fingers at other members. Supposedly Dolores was falsely accused of stealing drugs. Despite statements by the inmates, there was not enough evidence to bring charges.

Join us as Melissa dives deep into this horrific case! As always let us know what you think!

02/03/2025

Guess what! We’ve got a KCC sweatshirt available for purchase! We’re raising money to help us pay for our 2025 operating costs! You can order a sweatshirt to be shipped to you or depending on your location, we can set up local pick up!

Orders open until March 30!

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01/03/2025

Today drops our 20th patreon episode! If you have been thinking about joining, it's only $5 a month. We put out a solved case the first of every month. On top of that you get fun gifts 4 times a year.

The case that drops today takes us to the area of Chambersburg, PA. Christine and Travis Rohrer were recently married and ready to start their happily ever after. Unbeknownst to them they allowed true evil into their life.

Travis had a cousin named Michael Singley. Everyone described their relationship at the same level as brothers would have. Michael was even the best man at Travis's wedding. Only a short couple months after the Rohrer's happy nuptials, their life was brutally upended.

On November 3rd, 1998 Michael meticulous spent his day buying items to commit murder. In the evening he went to his cousin's house and sat waiting. When Christine arrived at home from work, Micheal knocked on the door. He claimed he had car troubles and asked to use their phone. Christine had no reason to mistrust Michael since he was at this point family. Christine went up to change out of her work clothes when Michael attacked her. He bound her, sexually assaulted her, then murdered her. Next he waited in the house for his own cousin to return. When Travis came home he was surprised to find his cousin there. Michael held him at gun point and ordered him into the bedroom where he had left Christine. As Travis was getting down on the ground like he was ordered, Michael stabbed him in the back. Travis tried to fight back but was shot. Michael fled the house and stumbled into the neighbors. Shocked he shot both of them then took off in Christine's Jeep.

The neighbors girlfriend actually did not get hit. She was smart and pretended to be hit by the gunshot. Once Michael fled, she immediately called police. Her boyfriend unfortunately was in the wrong place at the wrong time and did die due to his gunshot wound. Miraculously Travis got the help he needed in time to survive the attack.

Join us as we deep dive this case hosted by Melissa.

28/02/2025

Our episode that dropped today is regarding the West Manchester John Doe. This case was a listener suggestion. We typically find that John or Jane Doe cases are hard to provide enough information for a full episode. This case on the other hand has been worked on hard by Sgt Lance Krout. There is plenty of information for a full episode.

On November 18th, 2013 a tree trimming crew found a body in Shiloh, PA. The body and evidence was collected but there was no identification on the person. The first thing they had to do was figure out the identity. A forensic anthropologist said the body was at it's resting spot for 3 to 10 years. Early on investigators believed that John Doe was white or hispanic. Over the years more extensive DNA testing has happened and our John Doe was actually 75% sub-saharan African. They also entered his DNA into genealogy databases and found distant relatives.

You would think his identity would be identified fast, right?!? Wrong! Cold cases always take the back seat and testing can drag on forever. Sgt Krout however insists that he get's 1 day a month to solely focus on this case because giving this man his identity matters.

If you want more information, listen to our newly dropped episode anywhere you listen to podcasts. We go deeper into the DNA aspect which is extremely interesting. As always let us know what you think!

18/02/2025

Hey everyone!
I'm sure you have noticed there have been some rearrangements the past year with hosts. We recently have discovered somethings may have fallen through the cracks this past year as well. That being said, if you had reached out regarding a listener suggestion or asked us to cover a family/friend case and haven't been in contact with. Please let us know. Also keep in mind that this is a hobby for our 8 person podcast. We put a lot of time and effort into this wonderful endeavor. Thanks for sticking with us while we regroup, reorganize, and respond.

14/02/2025

Our case that drops today dives into the Branagan family that down right seemed like the most cursed or unlucky family ever. In 1979 Holly Branagan was a senior at Freedom High School located in Bethlehem, PA. Holly was figuring out life without her mother since she had passed 2 years prior due to Leukemia. She was living with her father and older brother.

From all accounts she was doing great. Got a job as the manager for the boys soccer team, involved in school choir, and she was well loved within her community. On March 28th 1979 Holly arrived home approximately at 2:45PM. She spent the afternoon chatting with friends on the landline. That night she had plans to get pizza with a friend. But during one of the phone calls she was on, she told her friend that someone was at the door. At 6 her other friend came to pick her up for Pizza but there was no answer.

The following day her brother discovered her body in the kitchen. There was no forced entry or robbery according to the investigation. During this time frame crime scene processing was less than sophisticated. The lack of physical evidence and the brutal nature of the attack have left this case unsolved for decades.

Dive deeper with us by listening to the episode. Cait also provides theories into what could have happened. You will also will learn why we have coined this family one of the unluckiest we have come across. .

31/01/2025

Jason Knapp was the all American boy. He was attending Clemson University for a mechanical engineering degree. He was holding a 21 credit schedule, was a member of the ROTC, and was inducted into the elite Pershing Rifle Corps. He had his entire life ahead of him. His dream was to obtain a career with NASCAR. His mother said he was a speed demon!

During the Easter weekend of 1998, 20 year old Jason Knapp went missing. It is strange because he was in the process of moving. It took a couple days for his roommates & classmates to notice his absence. We are talking about college, not high school. It is not uncommon to miss a class here or there. Once a couple days went by, his roommates called his mother. She immediately called the police to create a missing person report.

Just over a week later, Jason's car was found abandoned at Table Rock State Park. There were no indications that foul play had occurred. Yet it is a 36 year old case and there has been no sign of him.

Listen to our episode that drops today! We go deeper into the story and go into the minimal leads the police were able to locate.

28/01/2025

Hey, it’s Shan! (IYKYK) we’re so excited to be giving away FREE STUFF. One lucky listener will get a some KCC stickers, a KCC keychain, and a KCC pin! We have had some new listeners and a lot more interaction with you guys, and we LOVE it!

For every post of ours you share on FB, IG, or TikTok, every time you tag a friend in a comment, and every suggestion of a case to cover will get you one entry each! Can’t wait to hear from you!

17/01/2025

Today drops our newest episode #141 on Jennifer Higgins. This case is different than our typical cases. In theory this case is solved as a su***de, but everyone in Jennifer's life disagrees with this decision. She was a young gifted athlete that had a bright future ahead of her. It was cut too short when she was found hung in her Temple University dorm room. Could she have been suffering in silence with the hardships of college life or were the threatening messages she received prior to her death a sign??? Please join us in discussing this horrific case from 1994 that happened in Philadelphia.

16/01/2025

Good morning KCCPod listeners! We just launched a youtube channel. We will be providing case details along with pictures and discussions. We are looking to hit 1,000 subscribers so we can go live and interact more with our listeners. Please give us a like and subscribe to our channel . Thanks for all your support from the ladies at KCCPod!!!

01/10/2024

Check us out on Patreon for just $5/month. Not only do you get bonus content each month, you’re getting our spooky season episodes early 💀👻🎃

15/02/2024

We’re here! Are you?!

14/02/2024

New episode drops on Friday, Feb 16th!
Don't miss it!

09/02/2024

Hey KCC Fans! Only a few more days to be a part of the KCC Super Bowl Block Pool!

This is your chance to support the pod and possible win some $$! Send us a DM with any questions or if you would like to be a part of this!

02/02/2024

February 2024 is projected to be our busiest month yet! So many new & exciting things happening to the KCC podcast and we want YOU to be a part of the fun!

There are so many ways to supports us including....
1. Patreon
2. Super Bowl Block Pool
3. Live Trivia Night

DM us for more information, or Email us at: [email protected]

01/02/2024

TODAY IS THE DAY!
The Keystone Cold Cases Patreon is LIVE!

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31/01/2024

Hey KCC Football Fans!

There is still time to get in on the KCC Super Bowl Block Pool!
This doubles as fundraiser to help support the KCC Crew, so we can continue bringing you as much content as possible!

**If you have any questions about gameplay, please DM us!

30/01/2024

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