How a Suspect’s Dark Secret led to a Horrific Discovery

[@CoffeehouseCrime]

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[@SaraReeves-sr9vn]

I did enjoy the skit. I usually forward the sponsorship but this made me smile.

[@wrayewenigmann3696]

That was really good fun, so I hope you had just as much fun making it for us! But my word, you did look a bit different!!

[@janem9408]

Loved the creavity. You looked smashing in the suit and sunglasses!

[@johnnytheone8698]

Can I also access Incogni outside USA? I'm Kenyan. Much love.

[@TheFunkhouser]

lol

[@ItsObivonneKenobi]

I love how you introduce us to the victim. Too many true crime channels focus on the killer and not the victim.

[@lulucolby8882]

Very well put!

[@SkunkApe407]

That's because the killer holds all the answers. The killer knows why they did it. The killer is the only one left to give testimony and details. If these videos didn't focus on the killer, they wouldn't be true crime stories, they'd be really depressing biographies.

[@lannah080907]

Good point!!

[@derkeheath5172]

I've noticed that as a trend in the last 10 years or so. Older programs tend to focus on the killer - modern ones focus more on the victims. I think they started the trend to draw more viewers in who normally wouldn't watch this sort of stuff.

[@teeny733]

I agree completely. That's one of the reasons I always come back to this channel.

[@dazenguile4215]

it’s amazing to me that someone who can stalk another person, crack open their skull, and dissolve their body could EVER get out of jail.

[@genkosan6083]

Spoiler alert.🙁

[@thelawminator]

Thankfully there’s very little chance that he will.

[@ThatMidnightRambler]

​@@genkosan6083Here's a spoiler. Don't read comments before the video. Talking about the video is the whole point of the comments

[@lisabermingham5548]

23 years is not enough for a brutal murder. RIP Karen!

[@achannelhasnoname5182]

But that's only the minimum

[@jonah.donohue]

​@@achannelhasnoname5182life In prison without parole should be the minimum. Death the more suitable option

[@mercedesbenzs600bash]

It's ridiculous,smh...

[@yumi5885]

@@mercedesbenzs600bash😂

[@zedwpd]

but why? Why isn't the minimum 50 years or another number? My Brit wife says the UK is too lenient for murderers.@@achannelhasnoname5182

[@arjnsdca]

I just don’t understand how courts could allow people like Alex a chance at parole!

[@24get24give]

nor I he never should have gotten off so lightly for the attempted rape

[@Myles0Harcourt]

In Scotland they don't have whole life orders.

[@idanthyrsus6887]

We allow the courts to allow it

[@mamejoe2043]

Same here

[@tonyortiz1890]

@@Myles0Harcourtwow that law needs to be changed. America has a lot of problems with the justice system, but I do agree with the death penalty and life without parole.

[@1985Seraphim]

Adrian said it perfectly,” He was a disgusting man with no remorse.” I couldn’t agree more with you. What happened to Karen and her family is nothing but pure evil personified. He should have been found guilty of his first crime.

[@sidneygreenglass106]

My Grandmother always said " Don't mistake polite for good ". This type of killer often ingratiates himself to women with impeccable manners and charm all the while hiding their true evil nature.

[@CreativeCreatorCreates]

Excellent advice, and so very true.

[@It-is-me...Melsie]

Such good advice. There is many a person who "seems so nice" who is in fact a garbage person.

[@tradeladder146]

not all polite and well mannered Men are Killers. 🤷‍♂

[@TAGMZs63]

Your grandma was spot on

[@gijane2cantwaittoseeyou203]

Yeah...because killers can't be rude...Genius🙄

[@moomoo991]

That he was let off scott free with stalking a women down an alleyway and accosting her with his pants down is absolutely insane.

[@NeilusNihilus]

The woman attacked him causing him to fall and thus causing his pants to come off. 🧐

[@goodnightmyprince6734]

​@@NeilusNihilusno

[@moomoo991]

@@NeilusNihilus the amount of times my pants have fallen down when someone has struggled with me is ridiculous. Also him stating he was gay does mean it's impossible for him to assault anyone.

[@maryanntoner4520]

@@moomoo991You’re absolutely right. Far too many people still believe that rape is about sex, when it’s actually about asserting power over the victim. Unfortunately, those people are often chosen to be jurors on sexual assault cases.😢 Though to be fair, a jury can only reach its verdict based on the evidence that was actually presented IN COURT; and without access to the full trial transcripts, we can’t possibly know what other evidence the jurors might have heard. (I say this as someone who has attended multiple jury trials, albeit for civil cases.)

[@alsmith9853]

If the idiotic justice system had taken this earlier case seriously maybe, just maybe, he might have gotten some kind of therapy, which he desperately needs, though it's probably too late now

[@VioletJoy]

I can't help but want to point out a warning: It's best to have a clear plan in place when going out with friends. Go together, stay together. Also, it's just not worth the risk of leaving with a perfect stranger. Unfortunately for Karen, she trusted a wolf in sheep's clothing. I can't even imagine the horror of her last moments of life. It's absolutely heartbreaking to think of this lively and lovely young lady being robbed of her future. My heart goes out to her family and friends. What a horrific tragedy. 💔😥💔

[@samiecarr1885]

I was going to put the same. I normally add : let's bring our boys up to not rape and kill, and lads stand out and proud to speak up when one of your "mates" is being a pervert ❤

[@Libellulaire]

That was so sad to hear the friends/roomies didn't feel alarmed until the next day... With my friends we start worrying when someone even takes too long in the bathroom (you never know, the person could have fainted or suddenly feel sick or nauseous), and we'd definitely never expect one of us to just randomly leave without telling us. We need to pay a lot more attention to each other, the world is filled with people with terrible intentions.

[@luckycat3302]

AGREED! I would not even purchase a toaster while drinking, nvm this situation!

[@24get24give]

good advice, not enough young girls are given, I certainly never was except from a friend in my late twenties

[@Sonnenanbeterin1991]

Shes my age .. sadly she never got her 30ties

[@jackzyskowski3]

Adrian, I’m a semi truck driver and I start my mornings off with your videos all the time! Get my coffee going, and you get me going through a nice dark morning. I’ve listened to all of your videos and will continue to do so. Thank you very much for all the efforts you put into them 🎉

[@davemccage7918]

What it do my fellow Polish Truck Driver who also enjoys watching CHC while driving a 20 ton vehicle down the interstate! I do the same thing often! Can’t understand why DOT keeps pulling me over. 🤔

[@emilyi771]

​@@davemccage7918He listens while he drives, not watches. Truck drivers are the warriors of the road, and they help many, many people everyday.

[@katiemilady4232]

Nailed it! The best way to get through a long drive. Stay safe out there.

[@annenelson5656]

I feel so sorry for Karen’s family. I can’t imagine how awful it must be to not only have your daughter murdered but the horrible desecration of her body must be almost impossible to live with.

[@amberg4131]

Then to have cameras in your face and even agreeing to it, they have shock of it all all over their face😢

[@Thomas.3698]

I feel so bad. He destroyed that family. He should have 6 murder charges, what he did to them all.

[@pnklady3788]

THANK YOU for covering this case which was local to me. There is ONE documentary on it and NOONE else has covered it! RIP Karen. You deserved so much better. Scotland is truly sorry xxxx

[@dementedopossum8148]

It was covered extensively here in Ireland. We were all in shock at the time... but no one spoke bad about the Scots.

[@pnklady3788]

@@dementedopossum8148 I know... I think so many of us just felt so sad, she had been here such a short period of time, and met such a horrid individual. I truly hope he is never released.

[@dementedopossum8148]

@@pnklady3788 unfortunately people like him are found everywhere nowadays. I think our "modern" society breeds them..

[@jenniferb2763]

I find it exceptionally difficult to believe this was his first murder considering the detail and casual approach to dealing with poor Karen's body.

[@racingbecky4155]

You will be surprised in hearing how often some MotherF... can act detached and callous even at their first murder. But still ... i'm inclined to agree with you on this one

[@WetBet]

What casual approach? He was struggling to disintegrate her body Lol

[@amylynn7881]

“To be blunt, the brat …” 😂 perfect example of why I love listening to your podcasts.

[@It-is-me...Melsie]

Yep, he calls it.

[@gingerbee98]

Not to mention the Starbucks coffee bring a crime in itself comment 😉

[@SazMWesty1253]

Thank you for covering this case and speaking with such grace about Karen! I went to school with him and was at the same university as Karen so this case hit a little too close to home. I think about Karen and her family often!

[@hazelsunderstood6784]

24 years old, so hardworking and sweet. This is so sad. I'm glad he was so easily caught.

[@elaniventer6977]

Adrian, I've been watching you from the beginning of your YT-channel journey. Your growth (both in subscribers but also as a presenter) has been awe-inspiring. You're a true testament of where hard work and perseverance can get you. Keep up the great work 💜🌻

[@CoffeehouseCrime]

I appreciate that! Thanks so much!! ❤

[@anthonyhack1164]

@@CoffeehouseCrimeEver heard the Grant Amato scandal? I'm sorry to keep pestering you about it.

[@Born.In.The.U.S.of.A]

I am "Over The Moon" with the opening of your show! I laughed my way through all your costume changes...I applaud you and your exceptional creative abilities! The cherry on top was your STARBUCKS remark. Thank you for all your hard work in the wonderful shows that you produce. 🤗😘😁

[@wizzardofpaws2420]

I had a terrible scary stalker once. It's a long story with many complaints to police and nothing happening, but to make it short, I bought a gun, trained how to use it and when he was peeping in my window one night, I got up and pointed it at him through the window. Never saw him again.

[@anneperry9014]

You were lucky lovey!!! Take care!❤

[@amberg4131]

I remember a time when my then bf and I were renting a room from friends and I was working late. It was cold in the winter time and we had these run ins with an old friend people stopped associating with, heavy drug addict, would steal from anyone, his dad was trying to get him to rehab etc. he would harass people for money and if you didn’t give it he would Blast your phone all day til you blocked him and he’d start again. Anyway, this was about a week or so after we stopped hearing anything, this was something I didn’t know at the time since I was working a lot, and only knew about it after the fact. Well I was waiting for the bus to come it was almost 11 pm, and at the bus stop the same guy pulled up and told me to hop in and that my BF ASKED him to come pick me up. Me being super naive believed him and halfway home, when I always text my bf to let him know when the bus comes and when I’m on it heading back home(bc he likes to meet me at the corner and watch me get off the bus to walk me to the house..keeps me safe) he responds immediately with something like Amber, I never even talked to him or told him to come pick you up. I had my pocket knife on me then but it was the scariest I’ve ever had anything happen. He ended up dropping me off at the house and I walked around the corner bc he didn’t know exactly where it was just the general vicinity, but he asked if I knew anyone who could help him out and if I had any cash on me. I gave him $3 which was all I had on me then and went inside shaking. I literally could have been another victim for someone’s own purpose if I wasn’t lucky. Sad

[@ktheemitch5544]

I live in Glasgow and remember when this story broke. It was so disturbing and disgusting. My heart went out to (and still does) her family. I remember the vigils and just utter shock from the community. I know someone that went to school with him and the spoiled brat description is so accurate, he was so entitled. Vile excuse of a person. I really hope her family have been coping over the years, I can’t imagine their pain 😔.

[@mariondi]

Dear Adrian, I was living in the UK when Holly Wells and Jessica Chapman disapeared. It left a stain inside my heart like no other case. I hope one day you will give those beautiful babies justice in one of your narratives. With love from Paris. ❤

[@briananderson2591]

Your content is always top notch. I watch a lot of true crime channels, and none do it as respectfully, or smoothly. Thank you for your hard work and dedication to your craft.

[@huntertainment2]

As an aussie, It's so great to hear you speak so highly of Australia when you cover those cases :)

[@CoffeehouseCrime]

Thanks! We will be back in Aussie next week with another case! *hint hint*

[@Wawawalulu]

​@@CoffeehouseCrimeFred Boyle! 👀

[@stephielulu9096]

Auzzie is the best!!❤

[@It-is-me...Melsie]

I'm a Kiwi and if I didn't love my home country so much I'd be in Aussie permanantly. I have lived there for a bit and visited many times and it is a fantastic country. There is much to love.

[@URsooomad8613]

Yea nah, Friendlyjordies has exposed Australia's true corrupt nature. The poor guy can't even use the word scammer when covering scammers because there's 0 free speech.

[@tarapati6637]

You are improving by the day, Adrian! I have watched all your videos so far. It's wonderful to see how you describe a background of the place where the crime was committed. And your focus on the victim & compassion makes your channel unique. Congratulations for your sincere efforts! May I say that I sense a lot of potential in you. You must explore further in the field you have chosen. All the best!

[@RedGanj]

Karen went missing practically on my doorstep & I remember the search and seeing her poor parents on the news well. I worked with his step mum and she hated him living with her & her kids as she never trusted him, he was a 'spoiled, arrogant shitebag'.....verbatim quote! Us Weedgies were disgusted, Karen should have been safe here and its heart breaking to imagine her last moments. I still think about her often and wonder how her parents and brothers are coping 😢 Much love to you and yours Adrian, you always cover these cases in such a respectful peaceful way and its truly appreciated ❤

[@CroatInAKilt]

I remember the situation too, half my friends were posting missing notices about her on social media. Incredibly sad how it happened. It shook the city, really

[@PatcAnn]

Hello Adrian, you cover these cases with such grace and sensitivity for the victims. Thank you for the great work❤

[@davidthilk6762]

Congratulations on the sponsorship! You did a great job. It was actually entertaining.

[@CoffeehouseCrime]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@CJLOVE23]

Thank you Adrian, you stud muffin 🤩 Best true crime content creator on here!

[@CoffeehouseCrime]

Oh I appreciate ya! Haha, thank you 🙏

[@radaka]

😂You married woman.

[@SaraReeves-sr9vn]

Stud Muffin 🧁 😂. I think you should now introduce yourself as such. ❤

[@REALdavidmiscarriage]

true crime creator sounds like you are calling him a criminal 😂

[@chinoschannel6301]

So true

[@leighannemorrice2162]

I’m from Glasgow thank you so much for covering this case, I’ve not seen anyone else cover it. Its such a sad case, some people are truly evil. Would be good to see more people cover cases in Scotland. The Case of Julie Riley is also incredibly sad she was trying to get her life together when someone she thought was a friend brutally murdered her.

[@catlady5359]

23 years is not a long enough sentence for this guy. He’ll be way too young at that time and I have no doubt he’d do this again if he was let out. His “victim” mentality and blaming the women he attacked with lies makes me think he may never change or be “rehabilitated.” I hope he is denied parole multiple times. I’m just very sorry that his parole hearings will be part of the family’s lives forever. 😢

[@shrimpflea]

23 years is the minumum. It doesn't mean he will be relaesed. Hopefully.

[@carolynjiminez1247]

Folks, remember that 23 years is only the earliest he could get paroled. It doesn’t mean he’ll get it.

[@lynnbaynes2128]

Hello dear! We named our oldest son Adrian, so i was drawn to your channel. He passed in 2011 at the age of 32, a victim of the opioid crisis. Stay safe and be well. Thanks so much for all your hard work ❤️👋🦩

[@cncguy1979]

I'm sorry to hear that. Your story is all too common I can't even count how many people I know have O.D.ed

[@henriibennell9535]

❤

[@onetiredempath]

So sorry for your loss. Cannot imagine how you get through everyday. Sending love from Texas!!

[@namkene]

Sincere condolences ❤

[@natmac8378]

I'm from Donegal in the North of Ireland and when I say this case is burned into my conscious I mean it . The majority of ireland is made up of small rural/farming communities who really feel one another's pain and suffering. This case made the nation stand still 💔 my heart is forever with Karen's parents and her brothers . Ar dheis Dé go Raibh a Anam

[@IrishHoopers]

I'm from the heart of Dublin, this case broke my heart. My little sister is a nurse. I think everyone knows a girl like Karen, a good person with a bigvheart, a person who should have been safe, she should have been living her life now and thriving. The whole nation mourns her loss.

[@24get24give]

@@Autisticwanderer I grew up in San Francisco, CA, USA, and now I live in Calgary, Canada, I think the same is true in any larger city

[@williamrae9954]

​@@AutisticwandererEven right down by George Square, or Buchanan St it's never been a safe place even for a single guy,even the homosexuals are aggressive, I've come close to knocking a few of them out too...got to keep your wits about you!

[@niewieder99]

Sorry to ask the stupid question here - but isn’t Glasgow in Scotland? Or is it just the geographical proximity between Ireland and Scotland what shook that part of the world up? I’m from Australia so really don’t know the answer to this and am genuinely interested.

[@williamrae9954]

@@niewieder99 Girl was Irish...Irish enclaves in certain parts of Scotland, like out in Dumbarton where David Byrne of the band Talking Heads was born, full of Irish immigrants down there! They bring their own share of problems too, note all the gangsters running drugs into Glasgow are nearly all of Irish blood, even down in the aforementioned, a kid of Irish blood was murdered in 1996, those standing trial now, are also Irish origin... there's a lot around!

[@carrieeawbrey2830]

I extremely enjoy your style in covering these tragic cases with respect and integrity. All your hard work shows. Thanks Adrian for doing so much for the viewers. Much ♥️& all the best CHC fam! Including Nero!

[@TheAedee]

As a fellow nurse, I can't help but observe how trustworthy Karen's smile is💖😥. The world lost a beautiful person and I hope her family find strength to deal with this horrible loss. RIP angel Karen.

[@asdf7711]

Thank you for covering this horrific crime. Karen was unlucky to cross paths with this vile monster. We need to be tougher on crime: no way should he have been acquitted for the previous attempted assault. RIP Karen.

[@graemefindlater5234]

I recall this case so well.. it really traumatised Glasgow, Scotland and Ireland. This poor girl who should have had the time of her life in safety, met this terrible human. Shell always be remembered.

[@AngelsHandPrint]

I hope the jury that acquitted him of his previous crime will think of Karen everyday for the rest of their days.

[@VioletJoy]

To be fair, we don't know the details.

[@mommy2libras]

Why? It would likely have made no difference. That first crime would have been assault, nothing more. Actually, attempted assault. As a 17 year old, he'd have served very little jail time, if any. Absolutely nowhere near 4 years. Not even 1 year. So he would still have been out roaming the streets when this occurred. Also, unless you were in the court, you don't know what evidence was presented. Apparently an entire jury decided there wasn't enough evidence to prove his guilt. Do you really want juries to start convicting based on how they feel rather than actual facts and evidence? I damn sure don't. Too many do that very thing already and that's how we end up with innocent people in prison for years and years.

[@simonw1313]

No doubt they will have reflected on that decision but unless you know what the quality of the evidence at the trial was then it's unfair to blame the jury who can only make decisions based on the evidence before them.

[@VioletJoy]

@@mommy2libras Exactly my thoughts. It's really not helpful when KZbinrs fuel emotional reactions. Where is the critical thinking and common sense?

[@reptoidfancy666]

​@VioletJoy yes, but Adrian gave us some of details and it doesn't look good.

[@favoriteanony7252]

Thank you for helping me burn the midnight oil (and I loved your comedic sponsorship skit; I needed the laugh). The 30-45 minute breaks are perfect, and I get to listen to intriguing and occasionally heartbreaking content in my native language by a respectful individual. Sending support from Japan.

[@katmack4215]

Jeeze..forging counterfeit money is a Federal crime in the US,and is a super big deal. I can't believe he got away with that. Then,adding on top of that,a very apparent,sexual assault..😳 how is this dude not already in jail?? Are the authorities gonna let him get away with this Murder as well..😠 I'm so very sorry to everyone that loved Karen..❤ sending love and prayers,from across the pond(from West Virginia).

[@lynnedormer7297]

You need to seriously consider doing audio books. I could listen to your voice for hours. You do such an awesome job, giving facts and respecting those who aren't with us anymore. ❤

[@janemojcec8945]

Adrien, you are the voice for those who cannot speak. There are evil creatures amongst us. Adrian, your videos are excellent. Very thorough, professional & a fitting tribute to the victims..! And this is like all other cases, heartbreaking and very sad 😢 23 yrs is not long enough.😡 RIP beautiful ❤ love thoughts and prayers for family and friends..♥️💔

[@martinap5921]

I have always loved how respectful you are to the victims in your videos, and I think of all the true crime videos I watch on KZbin, you never forget the human cost at the center of these stories. Just wanted to congratulate you on a job well done!

[@24get24give]

so true, you are a class act, Adrian, and you do these so well, that's why we love you, apologies if you don't hear it enough, it's for this reason, that I've pretty much given up on given up on other channels, if there is a story that interests me, I'll wait for you to cover it, BTW, I loved your remark about Starbucks we roast our own coffee at our house, and it's so true how bad their coffee really is, and amazi and sadng how few realize it [in the home roasting community, they are referred to as "charbucks"

[@laurab2779]

I’m from Milngavie and remember this terrible murder. So sad 💔 Thank you for covering this.

[@DMR1010]

Always makes me smile when I hear that name. From England and worked all over Scotland and used to search the map for’ Mulguy’ until I was politely put right by the locals. Great place 👍🏼

[@williamrae9954]

​@@DMR1010Mil-in-gav-i 😂

[@baljaffrayboy]

Same here but from Bearsden. Guy was a bellend. Deserves everything he gets in the slammer

[@vincytvholic]

Im confused as to how the hell he got off on the first case with so many eyewitnesses!!! 😳 😠 😡

[@dwalrus7219]

I have to say this fellow is the only youtuber that does not aggravate me in any way, He's just got a very presentable way about himself excellent Excellent videos and I love the coffee bit, All the way from the land down under

[@DuckyTheFox]

Nothing like passing the time on a boring night shift like some coffeehouse crime. Cheers for the entertainment mate. Also feel like letting you know my grandma also loves your videos, lol

[@CoffeehouseCrime]

Tell grandma I appreciate you both! 🙏

[@DuckyTheFox]

​@@CoffeehouseCrimeShall do!

[@asincerewoman]

This is NOT entertainment. Karen Buckley's life is not a story. Have respect!!!

[@julezmmm]

@@asincerewomanas much as I agree with you I’m pretty sure they just meant they were excited for an episode. I think you know that.

[@DuckyTheFox]

​​@@julezmmm👍 aye

[@eileensquirrely9880]

Been watching you a long time and never comment. Just wanted to say how much I appreciate your efforts and the brilliant way you detail these stories out. It's always weird to say that I enjoy hearing about true crimes, but, yep, you do such a fine way explaining everything and make them so interesting that I look forward to many more from you. And hey, take care of yourself! and Nero! 😻

[@robingray5037]

I love your presentation style and all of the research you do. I am also concerned about you getting YT burn-out due to their algorithm demands. Are you doing all right? If you ever need a break, I'm certain I speak for many on this channel, we'll be here after you've rested.

[@CoffeehouseCrime]

I really appreciate that! Can't lie, I think all of us creators experience burnout from time to time. I think I'm in a comfortable area right now though! :)

[@cdes1776]

Very thoughtful of you to ask. Caring about the host as much as the host cares about the victims.

[@ryansabre]

You also do not appear burnt out. Never do! Perhaps w/ the growth of your channel, however, you can hire a person or 2 to help out w/ some of your activities. PS. You rocked the orange jump suit ahah! Cheers from Munich@@CoffeehouseCrime

[@denisetherrien9689]

When will they stop letting sexual offenders out?!? They ALWAYS re-offend and they ALWAYS escalate! It’s the same in the US!

[@RoundSeal]

Good lord, I'm from Kerry - a county next to Cork - and I cannot believe I've never heard of this at all. Thank you so much for covering this. I hope Karen's family are okay.

[@susandonaghy1971]

I am from Ireland and I remember this awful crime.

[@Amber-ox8zy]

Thank you for being so sensitive and considerate about the victims in the cases you cover. I love the information on the places these crimes happen in 🖤

[@CarbonatedTurtle]

I'm just curious, how do you get these videos out so regularly and still have time to do all the research and collect all the materials you need to do them? Have you needed to put together a team to help or are you doing this all on your own? It's pretty incredible you're able to put together 3 high quality videos in a week if you're doing it by yourself.

[@appeasing]

I’m sure he has a small team or at least an editor. Most creators with a large following require that.

[@CarbonatedTurtle]

@@appeasing I'm sure you must be right, and the fact that he's responding to comments posted after mine and not to mine tells me he may want to keep up the illusion that he's a one man show. 😄

[@High_Rate136]

This is why community is important. Community can be the best police

[@GemRippers]

@@High_Rate136 agreed but what exactly is this community policing?! lol

[@GemRippers]

@@CarbonatedTurtle looks to me like 100s of comments all came within the 1st hour including yours, so there's no saying what order yours was in. In my 👀he's a one-man show, but def could be atleast an editor helping. Either way, it's all done extremely well and an awesome channel. I started watching Coffeehouse & Mr. Ballen beginning of the pandemic and haven't stopped since. 2 great crime channels, but vastly different style & stories.

[@jdarkwah9949]

Thank you so much for the amazing content Adrian 🙏🏽🙏🏽. As a UK resident, one thing I would say is that their sentences is very light. Criminals know that and so they act up more.

[@dkeinow]

I am an occupational therapist and this is the first time I have encountered a true crime story that involved a fellow therapist.

[@JungleJuliaDP]

Obviously, Alex is the only guilty party here. That being said: Idk how ppl operate across the pond, but in America women NEVER let their friends go to the bathroom alone. ESPECIALLY not in a club or bar. Reason being exactly what happened to Karen. Then, to realize she'd been gone for too long and just brush it off and head home without her...? I could never! I'd turn the entire city inside out immediately.

[@MargaretWright-bo8is]

I am a Glaswegian and I agree with you. In my day we would never separate like that. Times and people have changed.

[@patiently9272]

I’ve been watching this channel for the past year, it’s helped me through a lot. Thanks for the great video as always!

[@CoffeehouseCrime]

I'm glad to have been there for you! Thank you for your time too!

[@Alan7997]

I live in Glasgow. I remember this when it happened, but I didn't realise just how horrific this case was.

[@pnizzle1630]

I hope her brothers and mother and father are doing ok. I can’t imagine the anger they must feel over this. I hope they find some sort of peace. Adrian - thank you for shining some light on this case. As always you do an excellent job narrating

[@im19ice3]

its so infuriating when a good person is lost to the world in favour of a person so shitty and disposable, there is no amount of copies of the killer that would amount to the value Karen brought to this earth, may she rest in peace.

[@RustyShackleford-]

It’s heartbreaking after seeing her smile. You never know who can turn out to be a killer. Gotta be weary of strangers and your environment. Very sad.

[@MsTemptation]

RIP Karen. You didn’t deserve what that monster did to you.

[@appeasing]

“Settling for a Starbucks coffee is a crime in itself” 😂 AGREED! Signed, someone from Seattle (Adrian I know you were born there!)

[@margotchanning1822]

Is that the name on ur cup? (Someone from Seattle)

[@yoditc7097]

Same here! If you are from Seattle you don’t drink Starbucks coffee. So many good coffee places

[@vickil3256]

It is extremely disturbing how easily he was able to murder her, sleep next to her corpse, try to dissolve her in his bathtub, & then throw her in a container to be left in a shed. What an POS.

[@cdes1776]

Incomprehensible. What wonder his roommate thought.

[@fc7307]

He isn't an animal, animals are way better than this. He is a monster, nothing more.

[@vickil3256]

@@LostHorizons0 I stand corrected.

[@k.m.5819]

Rest in peace Karen 🕊️🌷 Alex got 23 years while Karen is gone forever... That doesn't seem right at all 😢 Prayers for Karens family and friends 🙏

[@serfranklin6022]

21 years old!? That's a hard 21, damn 😮 r. i. p. to this young lady

[@vonnanolan7811]

She was 24

[@serfranklin6022]

@@vonnanolan7811 9:50 I am taking about HIM 🙄

[@LauraDoesNotExist]

Hi Adrian! My boyfriend & I love watching your videos during dinner every night (oddly enough lol). We’re so thankful for your content & how you break everything down so well while still being incredibly respectful towards the victims. Kudos from America! 👍🙏

[@iceblueaquamarina7389]

When I went out with my friends in our teens and twens, we always started looking for a missing person if he or she did not come back after a longer period of time. That’s what friends are for. Poor girl. 🥺 Crossing the path accidentally with such a piece of scum…There is something very true about the psychotic stare.

[@CowGirlBeeBop]

Adrian you are my KZbin sunshine! You are just so pure! I was throwing myself away from your ad! Loved it haha. Also thanks for your presence in this world. It means a lot to me ♥️

[@CoffeehouseCrime]

Thank you so much! 😁 I'm glad you liked it too

[@samiecarr1885]

Goes to show, that the one thing a private school can't teach you, is common sense. Thankfully in this case, his lack of it, showed him to be the horrible, brutal scumbag he is. May Karen now rest in peace. 💜

[@numberone5680]

As brutal as the crimes and many of the punishments in my country, US, we still somehow allow the “charming characters” get by us for years. The good alongside their own suffer needlessly and we desire to do better. The past few years have been atrocious in the modern world and you, Adrian, have always shown compassion, trust and transparency along with forgiveness and hope. We must expect more of ourselves. Our children need better for their children.

[@jennyzarate7086]

Thank you! Watching from Bolivia. It would be interesting if you did a story of our sullus, bodies buried in constructions dedicated to pachamama. Víctor Hugo Mica Álvarez woke up after his friend tried to offer him to the pachamama. We usually use the corpses of llamas.

[@Ju.UwU.Ish.]

I really appreciate most of your sponsors being related to your content and offering ways to protect ourselves! Thank youuuu! \(^ヮ^)/

[@ZoeAlleyne]

"Your honour, I'm actually gay and my pants were down because she tried to attack ME" "Sounds legit, acquitted" The absolute bonkers of it all. Poor Karen, may her memory be a blessing.

[@simonw1313]

To be fair to the jury (not the judge who doesn't decide on guilt and innocence) we didn't know what they heard, which likely went way beyond that anecdote and was probably a mass of contradictory evidence that made it hard to convict.

[@alimannion4095]

It's such a tragedy that Karen, a young woman who only wanted to help people , met this vile maniac. I wish that her three brothers could get their hands on him. Rest in eternal peace, Karen. Condolences to the family.

[@PKC2020]

Excellent story telling. 23 years was Not enough. Great job to the police and everyone who helped in the investigation. Seriously a disgusting and disturbing story. Thank you for always making sure all bases are covered. Mainly the Victim. Stay Safe Everyone

[@cryptsailor6369]

This channel makes my workday so much less dull, thank you for your calm and respectful approach to this content ❤

[@Tranquility32]

I’m so sorry for what happened to dear Karen, and to her loved ones. So many questions. Why did she walk off with him, even if for a ride, when she didn’t check in with her friends and let them know she was leaving without them. I pray Alex is NEVER released, as I believe he would likely do this again.

[@iamthetomato8902]

Man been watching your channel grow like crazy over the past year! Keep up the great work, you’re a top tier content creator!

[@cjstitches5709]

Thank you for always bringing such great stories. I feel so bad for this poor girl. Just tragic. They should have thrown away the key when they locked his sorry ass up! You are the best sweetheart and keep bringing these cases to us❤️

[@DeJiaSymone]

You’re such an incredible KZbinr! Never stop making content and making a difference

[@MrsRubby94]

We love you Adrian! Thank you for being here for us in this stressful world. I am subscribing since the beginning and I must say that you are my favourite story teller! Great job❤

[@CoffeehouseCrime]

Thank you!!

[@lordrahl2345]

I can't get enough of you, Lazy Masquerade and Mr. Ballen. Keep up the fantastic work. 🤘

[@neworleans1979]

My God, Karen had to be terrified in her last few moments. My heart and sympathy go out to her family. May they find some peace in keeping her memory alive. Yo Adrian! Love the skit! As always your videos are TOP NOTCH!🎉❤

[@R.A.A.]

Fellow true-crimers, consuming dark content can take a toll on us emotionally making us numb. Lighten up the mood on a regular basis. The Dodo videos of innocent cute animals is my fav anecdote 🐰

[@denissediaz3640]

Your consistency and your delivery are top notch. Thank you for the vids!

[@THEREDHOTWRECK]

If anything else that I've learned from watching your videos (btw the tone you set in your storytelling is incredible. Its chilling enough to get the bad points across yet warm and friendly enough for all to hear regardless of age, great job on that, cant emphasize that enough) is that the legal system is always going to fail. For those that have been caught, there are many many more who will never be caught. Just like Lauren from Utah, theres going to be many more of those stories year in and year out sadly. And even worse, at a cost to taxpayer's from the lawsuits that will be filed and yet the very same systematic failures will never cease happening because those responsible for those laspes will never learn much less pay for their mistakes.

[@weescottishguy8950]

I remember this in the news it was a horrific and drawn out affair! Keep up the great work mate 👏👍

[@FoodScientist]

Im a true crime script writer, your videos are amazing. If you need help in your scripts, do let me know.

[@tashie8074]

Evil monster, he should stay in prison for life! Rip Karen!

[@lotstothinkgaming]

I respect the amount of time that was put into the research. The timeline was put together so well it was visualized. Thanks for titling your videos after the victims.

[@charlottefogg8710]

Hello from small town Pennsylvania. Thank you for your work and your calm presentation. I always wait to hear the words " life without parole" for those heartless killers. Evil truly walks among us

[@vicvega3614]

Where at in Pa im in Clymer

[@katmack4215]

Hello..from your neighbor!! I'm right on the Ohio River,West Virginia side..😀 I live in the Northern Panhandle. I grew up in Cameron,Wv..and it took me about 10mins to get to PA. We use to run on the creek(pronounced crick😆)lol..Crows Creek in Green County 😀

[@phoeberaymond8781]

Honestly the amount of times that the legal system misses the mark is staggering and it makes me question if it's built to help the victims at all sometimes

[@catherinemaulidi5644]

Watching from Malawi, Africa. You're a good story teller Adrian

[@ZYX54321]

🫨 22:53 ..😧 I can’t believe how he played with this dead body & kept at it ..😱 Rather than he being a ward of the state for 23 years been catered and fed and bathed.. Wouldn’t be much nicer to have Swift Justice.☠️ Regardless of how you explain the formula or calculations as to years in jail.. versus crime or crimes committed.. This will always include me .. I prefer mediaeval is this best thing.. perhaps just removing the top of his cranium and adding a bucket of molten metals.. I believe this would make for a very good deterrent.. wouldn’t you agree?😂

[@buckylazers2223]

Thank you for consistent content Adrian!!! ❤

[@ladyecks613]

Hey Adrian! Thank you so much for taking the time to make such stellar content. I really appreciate the care you take to tell the stories while always upholding and protecting the humanity of those involved.

[@likoplays]

I was about to comment the same but you put it in words perfectly 😊

[@Mayorofpeepsville]

Thanks Adrian. I hadn't heard of this case. Being a Cork man, this case hurts harder. RIP Karen and thoughts and prayers to her family and friends

[@Mixwell1983]

Imagine trying to R word a woman and you tell the judge "bro i would never do that I'm gay" and the judge says "understandable you're free to go".... AND his pants were down, sounds like there was a box of donuts for jurors at that trail.

[@HelenaMikas]

He should never get out of Prison and the other offences ( which he got away with ) should illustrate he is. A serial offender so iLife should mean that with parole ....A vile nasty specimen His deeds show he will never be safe .

[@therelaxedape]

I have been watching your videos for years and I just want to say that I really appreciate the effort you put into making high quality videos. It's a nice way to destress from uni ❤

[@CoffeehouseCrime]

I appreciate that! I used to binge so much KZbin in my uni years too haha!