The Couple Beheaded by a Mysterious Group

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Russell and Shirley Dermond lived in an exclusive, gated community in Georgia. However, when they never showed for a party, concerned neighbours would visit their house. Inside, the beheaded body of Russell was discovered, and Shirley was gone.
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[@ThatChapter]

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[@RuushB2500]

Hey you! It's been 16 minutes, and there's 10k views already.... Mike, seriously if you ever, and I mean EVER needed a sign that you're doing well and that you've made it, this is it. I love your videos, I love the work you put in on and off the camera. Much love! 30 seconds in and I already can't wait for the next one

[@MinuteManClips]

Buddy has nobody told you how to pronounce words that start with Th? It's not turdy..that's a poo. It's thirty you have to pronounce the th like Sylvester the cat Cause he has a lisp. Do you pronounce Thor tor? And it's thhhhree not tree

[@sixthsenseamelia4695]

I P standing up 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@vickiwalden]

I live in n ga. I've always thought these people were random in such in-your-face sophisticated fashion. Nothing to do with these people. Was a message to the s.herr.if IMO.

[@DoorsToHideBehind156]

64 years together.. Man seeing those old pictures of them happy together always makes me sad. It's so rare to find a love like that. I hope they rest easy together.

[@wildechild5]

My husband and I are going on 37 years but even that pales in comparison to the time they spent together. It's such a horrible crime.

[@janemiettinen5176]

I find odd solace in the fact that they died together, so neither one didnt have to go on alone. Weird, I know.

[@kyliesworld89]

@Jane Miettinen no I agree it's heart breaking but they went together😭💔

[@siouxd799]

…..Not without a head he won’t!!!!

[@charlessheppard5942]

@@wildechild5 Yes . Very rare indeed. We had 40 years together before my husband passed from a raging stroke 2 days after Christmas in 2017. What a basis all those years of hanging in there through thick & thin are worth that you’ve been to though together..it gives new meaning to ‘’bff’’…

[@xJadeWolfxx]

The sheriff's somewhat adorable "whu...me?" when the reporter asked when he planned to retire was actually super funny.

[@heyysimone]

"attractive guy like me?"

[@karenedwards427]

Sometimes a new Sheriff in town helps solve a case. At least a new set of eyes.

[@mumtazamiri6409]

True dat

[@MadeOfConfusion]

@Karen Edwards the case can still get tons of new eyes even under the same sheriff tho! I'm sure it's more worrying to imagine passing it off to someone who is quicker to send cases to cold status?

[@bethanyclarke7170]

@@redneckshaman3099what a video to say dumb shit under.

[@ElizabethW8044]

“Not the type to leave 1000 emails unread”. I feel attacked 😂😂

[@amberspaulding]

You better watch out from now on.

[@redheadwithafierytemper5668]

Can you even imagine walking in somewhere to hopefully help out a friend and you find them beheaded ? That has to be something that will haunt you for the rest of your life.

[@mlee_wood3778]

This is the stuff of nightmares. I feel so bad for the friends who found his body.

[@TheApp9]

My nightmare! If I would fInd a trash bag or travel luggage in the woods, I would never watch near or inside. If it’s suspicious, I would call the police. I never look into bags outside. Never!

[@C.O._Jones]

@@TheApp9 Yikes, I hadn’t thought of that. I always do look inside such things, but have never found anything but rubbish. I shall rethink this.

[@mlee_wood3778]

@@TheApp9 same especially after watching these kinds of videos. Also never ever go check on a coworker who hasn't shown up for work. That seems to always end badly too

[@TheApp9]

@@C.O._Jones Hope if you find something, then something nice and not something you don’t wanna find. Good luck 👍🏻😉

[@erickiyoshiphillips2323]

Maybe an affair with the woman? So the man killed the husband and drowned the woman. Why else would it be this personal and known the house so well.

[@basketcase297]

Who else is hoping for the Life Insurance dance???????

[@kathleenwisialowski4558]

Life goals. I love the insurance dance.

[@bethaniel841]

Always 🎉

[@wyldflwr]

✨️🎊Absolutely!!!🎊✨️

[@shannon222ish]

The dance & the accents! ❤️

[@kristenwilliams3632]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@Scratchingforcash]

What a despicable, disrespectful way to end 2 senior citizens married for 64 years. I’m praying whoever did this is caught.

[@mikehubbard1967]

'That old man strength'. It's that kind of stuff right there that makes this the best.

[@OffensivelyStupid]

It's taken me AGES to realise that 'tearies' aren't the word equivalent of a crying face emoji but Irish for 'theories'

[@amandahugginkiss55]

Muahahahahaha that's hilarious. His accent can affect words, that's for sure. Thx for the laugh

[@catherinerainville4232]

😂😂😂

[@stacieball977]

😂😂😂

[@not2serious2]

Really?! I figured it out after my turd try.

[@gwenwagner9431]

😂😂😂😂

[@doclewis8927]

You can tell that this case haunts the Sheriff. I hope he gets to solve it.

[@hermanrosario7045]

or he's guilty

[@caspice]

Their son might had stole from Drugdealers/Mafia, and that is why his parents was murdered.

[@adammullett]

The sheriff seems a bit off to me. Doesn’t believe in forensics? Never gonna retire?

[@mermaid30019]

@@caspice so many years later?

[@ladyboywonder9139]

@@adammullett BINGO ! EXACTLY!! Just what I thought

[@Cec9e13]

I love the idea of you checking on all your subscribers by breaking into our houses while we sleep, just to make sure we're okay.

[@Starryeye1012]

So incredibly sad, a couple who spent so long together and to have their lives end horribly. The fact that the police is refusing help makes things suspicious in my eyes. I hope the family gets the justice they deserve.

[@WVgirl1959]

Exactly

[@suzannenichols6900]

Did you see my comment because I made it about the same time you did yours a year ago and not one person other than myself liked it and I basically said the same thing I'm just wondering if KZbin is shadow banning me.

[@thesedays99]

I'll never understand how people hurt or kill others let alone the elderly. Especially in such a heinous manner. Bless their souls and their family.

[@scottdavidson526]

There is some very sick, demented individuals out there. Very sad.

[@angelbabies7]

Depending on how the elderly person was in their youth, it's possible resentment and anger is why some are treated so badly when THEY are finally defenseless. Imagine an abused child being forced to care for their abuser in their old age. Happens all the time.

[@RowanWarren78]

The elderly, animals, and children, feels extra heinous. Of course it's tragic no matter who the victim is

[@jupitercyclops6521]

I know. People hurting people makes me want to strangle someone

[@Nostalgic_1]

@@RowanWarren78 Agreed! I think that it's because those three categories are typically defenseless against someone who is hellbent upon harming them. I'll also agree that no matter who the victim is that it takes a vile and disgusting person to harm or murder another human being.

[@verukasault9065]

These unsolved cases are so unsatisfying to watch. Hope it's solved soon. So sad and awful. May they RIP.

[@gomahklawm4446]

Agreed.

[@SOPHIA-ig1ph]

That IP address joke made me laugh outloud... idk y.... Mike is just too likeable and his delivery is just spot on...

[@joshmocherman5528]

When Mike said he thought it was a boy, when he got closer he realized it wasn't a boy, it was her body weighed down with cinder blocks: I realized oh it was 'buoy' not 'boy' gotta love the accent hahaha!! Mike, you're one of my absolute favorite storytellers and it always makes my day when I get the notification of a new 'That Chapter' video! Keep 'em coming my friend! We all love 'em and we all love ya!!

[@Canalcoholic]

You need the context to make sense of the spoken word, but that's how it's pronounced. Brits (and probably southern Irish) can't understand why Yanks feel the need to add another syllable and make boo-eey.

[@Matilda-y]

Yep it’s said the same. Homophone.

[@seandelap8587]

It's truly frightening that the person responsible for these awful killings is still walking around free and will almost certainly harm someone else judging on the brutal nature of the killings

[@juicyjules7409]

Yes wow 😳💔💔😈😈

[@juicyjules7409]

Bet it someone they knew

[@donaldvonglitchenberger4108]

@@juicyjules7409doubt it. Most of the time victims are be headed it’s a deranged stranger

[@333erica]

@@donaldvonglitchenberger4108 🤔

[@tammybarrow4894]

I am so sorry for the family. This one really needs to be solved and I think it had to do with the business.

[@honeybadger0781]

All I can think about is the poor people that found him in the garage. They have to be traumatized. She sounded so sweet. You always say, I'll go check on them...but you never know what horrendous scene you'll come across and how it could affect oneself. However, they are the true caring heros in this case for their bravery to discover a beheaded friend. I pray they find who did this. Such a tragedy. 😥

[@JaEDLanc]

Unless it was them that did it

[@ElaAusDemTal]

All I can think about is the poor people that were killed.

[@CantTellYou]

“She sounded so sweet” 😂 That Georgia accent really got you fooled, she’s an old super rich lady living in a place literally called “the plantation”, she would sooner sneeze on regular people like you & me rather than actually be kind

[@gwenjackson8583]

@@CantTellYou oh. Did you know her?

[@Bigboro]

@@CantTellYouo that’s your mentality about rich people from that part of the Country? 😅 you sounds so stupid 😂…. Ignorant ….🤦🏽‍♂️

[@sailorsaturn8815]

I have a migraine and cold, so have been binge watching your videos! You’re always funny without being offensive to the victims involved, and are a great story teller! Keep up the good work 💜

[@warwarneverchanges4937]

The 911 call is a perfect example what people say while in shoock, "I think hes dead", when in fact she knew he was dead cause his head was missing.

[@zed4225]

RIP Russell and Shirley, that was a horrific end to a life well lived. Im so sorry for the families and friends.

[@abegarfield7031]

@Tele_gram_Me-TheMikeOh Does anyone actually fall for this? You spammers are pathetic.

[@jeepwj]

@@abegarfield7031 agreed 💯💯

[@jonslg240]

You should see the watersports that happen in Georgia. You better bring a mattress cover with you when going to hotels.. 😉

[@jonslg240]

Mike really likes young, clean, erect Buoys. As long as you pronounce them as "boys". Sorry Mike just couldn't help myself =p was just too weird when you pronounced it Boy lol. Love your channel and love you, though.. Next time try boo-ee =p

[@woodworkingandepoxy643]

​@@jonslg240he's Irish. That's just how they pronounce it

[@cinziaquintieri928]

There is nothing better than taking a lunch break and listening to a brand new post from Mike

[@ThatChapter]

Enjoy your break!

[@murryme]

This is what I'm doing as well!

[@tierrawhacklover]

Literally what I’m doing rn!!❤

[@temi491]

It's 10 p.m here😀 Enjoy your break!

[@milkyoni]

@@ThatChapter why are your video titles no longer respectful of the victims? You're now using titles that are supposed to draw people in whereas in the past you would use titles that were more respectful.

[@tiffanysemenuk7162]

I literally watch KZbin specifically for Mike, and of course bc I'm absurdly fascinated by true crime. Not to mention I love the dark humor you have!! Best narrator ever!!

[@mindy8031]

Thank you for covering another local case. (although the Lauren Giddings/Stephen McDaniel case happened in my hometown, only a town away from where I currently live, whereas this is a little over an hour away.) I'm pretty sure this case has haunted the entire state of Georgia ever since it happened, especially since they have never found the killers.

[@penskepc2374]

This guy looked amazing for his age. Also, the sheriff may come off kind of cooky, but hes extremely accomplished as this is the only unsolved case of his career.

[@janagunter5916]

So far...

[@kaltkalt2083]

Because he’s only had like 2 cases in his career…

[@333erica]

@@kaltkalt2083 🤔

[@maddieb.4282]

@@kaltkalt2083you know that because of case loads, small town law enforcement actually work a similar number of cases to larger city cops and almost all of them have more diversity in case types in their work career rather than only working misdemeanors for an entire career….

[@maddieb.4282]

@@kaltkalt2083but no, how about you go do the research. See how many cases that sheriff has closed in his career if you’re not too lazy

[@seandelap8587]

They lived their own lives in privacy and weren't a harm to anyone but their lives ended up getting snuffed out in the most brutal manner it really makes you hate humanity

[@unbuggable5943]

Woah. It wasn't humanity that killed them. Quite the opposite, I would think.

[@lovingmayberry307]

Why woud you choose to hate all of humanity for the few evil people out there, instead of love humanity for the majority of us who are good people? Is your glass always half empty?

[@vaderbaby]

I get what you're saying, even if others want to drag you down. If a lot of them aren't using you, they're talking crap, & then you have to wonder if they're psychotic, antisocial, just trouble makers, or homicidal. Too many people end up hating on people that are nice, helpful, or minding their own business. It's sad that people are so superficial or just enjoy putting others down that they can't imagine the bigger picture that might lead someone to live in the woods up a 4x4 only driveway.

[@mes1220]

Comprehend completely where you're coming from+it's so extremely true Of course these experiences mke us lose our trust in folks 🤝🌳🙏completey Much love God bless you yours sincerely million times 🌞🌳🌞🌳🌞🌳🙏

[@mes1220]

@@unbuggable5943 you can surely understnd where Se@n,s coming from though?God bless him

[@cerridwenhall4819]

Mike, you make me smile, you’re storytelling and originality to put these together. You do it perfectly and I’m a fan for life. Thanks for all you do. A Grandmother from Vegas.

[@kbm5528]

“I pee standing up,” just one reason why you are my favorite, Mike. 😂. Your inputs of humor!

[@Marcia.Marcia.Marcia]

Mike is the only guy I don't fast forward through the sponsor talk because he's that cute, funny, and engaging. We love ya Mikey!!

[@flipnap2112]

never do it. he wont get paid

[@angelahounschell]

Agreed! Mike is my favorite on all of KZbin 🖤

[@Marcia.Marcia.Marcia]

@@angelahounschell same!

[@vanessaeverett1141]

Absolutely, what a cutie ❤️😊❤️

[@321_Relax]

Same! 🖤

[@mirkywater8635]

Im a truck driver.. I was right next to this lake parked overnight waiting to drop off a load. I remember parking on a backroad near the truck stop because there were no parking spots left. I remember feeling really eerie about parking there and thinking I heard someone try to open my door. I didn’t know of this story. How horrifying.

[@cannacliffords7462]

That is so terrifying. And of course, also a shame that you witnessed nothing

[@Scratchingforcash]

@@briohnyrobinson2432 hmmm makes you think doesn’t it?

[@paulohagan3309]

@@briohnyrobinson2432 OMG.

[@supertrucker99]

No dash cam?

[@IvySouth2121]

13:04 Lol! I P a dress, I P standing up! I don’t know why it had me burst out laughing

[@rowynnecrowley1689]

I sneezed right as you saying, "Look at you", so I didn't hear the first part, and it sounded like you were echoing my sneeze.

[@sandibaker5298]

Gotta love that sheriff! Especially his answer about retirement.

[@aliengirl333]

He reminds me of tik tok from Return to Oz the movie

[@lifeformsultd]

@@aliengirl333 ooh, good one and also I love someone else has seen the movie to even reference him. I was thinking Wilford Brimley, but Tik Tok is better since he got all flustered by the retirement question. ❤

[@sandibaker5298]

@@lifeformsultd That was cute. He actually blushed!

[@jackw3302]

“What does IP stand for? I don’t know I pee standing up.” Damnit Mike 😂

[@truenokill]

Thanks so much for covering an unresolved case and mentioning the reward. It is so bizarre that they were totally unseen which begs the question of who ARE the neighbors? Were all those houses searched? Bet not. If someone close by did it, slip back into their house with morning coffee waiting.

[@taylorinvancouver2017]

Haha that old cop was so freakin adorable when the reporter asked when he was gonna retire🥹😂🤣😂

[@karanfield4229]

Let's hope this is resolved in our lifetime, and covered by Mikey ,of course.

[@penskepc2374]

I was really into this case. There's not a ton of info out there, but it's one of those cases that seems basically unsolvable unless someone comes forward.

[@r.p.mcmurphy6623]

OUR lifetime? Do you think everyone here shares your birthday...or birthyear...or even birthcentury?

[@industrialover]

I can guarantee those people probably pay quite a bit of money to the homeowners association or whoever for all of the amenities, like video surveillance. How infuriating to find out that what you pay for isn't being kept up with

[@ohliza3312]

Right? It really angers me. HOA's charge all those fees and give these people a false sense of security instead of real safety for elderly people that need it. Elderly people are dependent on systems like those. Ugh.

[@brandysigmon9066]

Not just being kept up with. It failed them completely

[@Bigjonstud187]

My hoa is a pain n the butt with their stupid notes n fine threats

[@cathybassett6432]

How about that. Rich people get screwed too.

[@no_peace]

I feel so sorry for anyone who finds a loved one in anything like that kind of condition, you would never stop seeing that image

[@mitchellandrews6509]

Your humor is top notch....it really is. Slay me every time and still bring interesting cases to light. You rock dude

[@Hookahboot]

At the very beginning the Dermonds were missed from a party where most of their friends and neighbors were gathering and expecting them. I think whoever is involved was aware of the community’s events and planned it for that night as everybody else was at the party, right? 😢

[@gwenprice9290]

Or maybe someone at that party wasn't really missing or expecting them.

[@dani.dee123]

Right? Maybe a neighbor on the lake did it? Would fit the profile of someone the victims knew and would be let in, and someone who had a boat on the lake to go to their dock and to dump the body later. And a neighbor would have known about the party.

[@dianaprince3176]

@@dani.dee123

[@SassyShell13]

@@gwenprice9290 good idea!

[@SassyShell13]

@@dani.dee123 yes, agreed!

[@hayleyayto3455]

I’m familiar with this case thanks to a video made by Cayleigh Elise ages ago. It is one of the worst, saddest cases I’ve come across, especially since they’ve never managed to locate Russell’s head. I hope this case will be solved one day, and that the family gets the justice that they deserve.

[@midnightgardenersounds9309]

I remember that video! I miss Cayleigh

[@gr8flyerfan]

I remember that video, Cayleigh was awesome.

[@nmano7044]

Familiar you say eh? Please give us a call .. NJPD hotline

[@1stAmendmentorDie1776]

I bet a family member is behind it

[@daydreaming1808]

Cayleigh Elise was my all-time favorite!! I still go back and seek out her videos that others have re-uploaded!

[@paulsansonetti7410]

Speaking of New Jersey you should cover the case from Dead End: A New Jersey Political Murder Mystery about John and Joyce Sheridan

[@gremlinvibe]

I live in Georgia and I've never heard of this case. This is absolutely nuts

[@tamarabaker9044]

I am here for your different accents, please never stop. But also for your storytelling cause you are funny telling them

[@shannon222ish]

Agree 😊

[@shawnio]

someone else already told the story, he is literally copying other peoples work at this point

[@cathyhaynes2700]

I love Mike and his style of story telling.

[@chettajohnson5261]

@@shawnio Someone's told every story but Mike tells them better

[@shannon222ish]

​@@shawnioDUMB

[@eangelillo]

This story has EVERYTHING! Heinous, horrific, kentucky derby, alligators, what more could we ask for?

[@markm668]

Cheetos ?

[@wendybeans1016]

You also have the sassy sheriff

[@Hollylivengood]

@@wendybeans1016 "Good lookin' guy like me? Picture of health." Normally, I can't stand cops, but I think going to a barbecue with this guy would be a lot of fun.

[@o.hernandez784]

Suspects arrested and convicted.

[@SoulbreakerNB]

It was missing one more thing. The life insurance dance.

[@aprilsmith3683]

A generation who worked hard... Raised their families... Contributed to the community... 🇿🇦

[@donnaroberts4565]

This case just feels personal to them it smacks of something business related. They had a thriving franchise of many stores. Wonder if the police looked into any disgruntled employees or maybe if they were occupying a business property that someone else wanted to get their hands on. I think that police chief should retire & let some new eyes look into this case. There must be some DNA somewhere but has not been mentioned in this vid. Nice job as always Mikey Luv at ya x

[@heatherblakeboro9014]

That was my thought too, I have a strong feeling that’s the motive. Hopefully this family can get the peace and justice they deserve some day soon 🙏

[@blueyedkitten7415]

I wonder if they didn't dump Mr. Durmond's (sp?) head in the same lake as they disposed of Mrs. Durmond. I usually hate stories that have no resolution, but of course, Mike made this so dang interesting that I can't even be mad about it. I also find it particularly upsetting when elderly people have horrible deaths. To me, they're almost as vulnerable as children. I certainly hope they find the monsters who committed these crimes! Great job again, Mike!

[@richt7525]

All of the released evidence makes more sense if we reverse the events- perhaps they were killed on the lake, and Russel was brought back to the house to both remove the head and to throw off the investigation as to where the incident occurred. The whole thing reeks of either an accident that snowballed out of control, or a very inexperienced hit.

[@markmike7933]

I know "vulnerable as children" men in their early 80s that would rip a 20 year old's head off their bodies and spit in it. I don't think old folks particularly like being compared to toddlers? Will you when the time comes?

[@markmike7933]

And did you even listen to how active they were? I'm 50 and not half as active.

[@ryantucker2166]

@@richt7525 I doubt that. Russell was wearing a robe when he was found beheaded.

[@IHeArTrOcK20]

Yeah it hits the same way because at that point your life is sweet but fragile and it’s so horrible that someone would target them

[@SuperZytoon]

This horror must be overwhelming for their children. I sincerely hope the murderers are discovered and prosecuted soon. What was the reason this happened? That would drive me crazy if I was involved in their case.

[@susanhughan2198]

They got the wrong house?? But you’re absolutely right about not only someone knows something about it but they’ll get caught for something else & spill their guts to try & help their own a## …. Hope to get an update soon 🙏🏼

[@ambulocetusnatans]

A gate around your neighborhood won't make you safe. It's a false sense of security, just like driving a huge truck. When death comes calling, nothing will stop it. If you're afraid of crime the best thing you can do make your neighborhood a happier place to live, and a fence won't do that.

[@Justintime619]

The sheriff had really botched this case. He’s refused help from the GBI or the FBI there have been lawsuits between the sheriff’s department and the GBI over this case because the sheriff says the GBI is “compromised” the whole thing has been weird from day one. Hopefully this family gets justice.

[@TheQueenOfSheba]

Agreed although I think it’s just his ego and need to solve it himself more than anything. I think if the FBI was involved from the start they would have gotten further.

[@lifegoeson1007]

Never heard of the GBI before

[@ayameisastar]

@@lifegoeson1007 Georgia burea of investigation. It’s the local state burea of investigation similar to what the FBI does but on a state level

[@ladyboywonder9139]

Pssst , they were probably involved

[@R.POWELL]

I thought the same thing!!! 👍

[@anomalyahblack1515]

"If you're sending a message, it's usually a good idea to leave a message." Words of wisdom 😂

[@jennifermaddy2442]

I love this guys sarcasm.He's so funny.Makes handling the terrible crimes a bit easier

[@luisabisinotto2738]

Ohh Mike please nooo!! I run away from unsolved crime channels and yours is my favourite for the past 3 years exactly because all your cases are solved!! please please dont change that!!!! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@prettypeggy98]

Can't believe that I hadn't heard of this case before. How incredibly brutal, those poor friends who found the body may have nightmares forever. Love you too Mike!

[@mariafernandez5221]

Me neither and I am from Georgia!

[@dianasilva5328]

Love seeing your videos before work. Cause when I’m hating the thought of going to work, i can remember “it could be worse… it could be a loooot worse”

[@Jane-West]

Diana you cracked me up!😂🤣

[@leugimx7315]

haha yeah I’m on the same boat

[@HeatherHolt]

Haha so true tho !

[@williamrobinson8859]

I'm from Ga and this story has intrigued me for years since it happened.

[@StarlightBettas]

You are the master of making these stories funny to watch without it coming off as you making fun of the murders. that's the best kind of entertainment and you do it perfectly! your videos are never boring

[@AmeliasMiMi]

I have to believe there’s a special place in hell for deranged heartless brutal murderers of innocent senior citizens who can usually no more defend themselves in an instance such as this anymore than a child could. Thanks for covering this one, Mike. I’ve wondered about this case from time to time. Sad to see there’s still not been much progress made on it.

[@Erebus.666.]

But as they were senior citizens, you could count the murderer as having done a public service.

[@Noganrhy]

@@Erebus.666. Uh..Murdering old people is a public service? Care to enlighten us on that?

[@amom6511]

@@Erebus.666. what do you mean? It’s not like these people were a burden to society

[@Erebus.666.]

@@amom6511 Blah blah

[@JordanHowellMusic]

@@Erebus.666.lol you’re insane my friend . What is this the euthanasia society for America?

[@lilianmcguigan9240]

People rarely make it in business without seriously offending someone. I wonder if only their children owned franchises or if it included non-family members. These two murders were motivated by hate or revenge, perhaps both. And the husband was meant to be found, which tells you someone probably understands why. Scary stuff.

[@TheScouseassassin]

Most of the franchises were in New Jersey...!!!

[@TheRoadhammer379]

Ever hear about the Smiley Face killings, it's believed to be a loose knit group of thrill killers across the country. This could simply be a thrill killing and not motivated by revenge.

[@JordanHowellMusic]

I’m pretty sure that smiley face killers thing is totally made up, or if not , just basing things off of stuff posted on the internet, maybe confusing some cases that actually do have links together for something they then think is much larger but actually isn’t.

[@beastshawnee]

yeah-but it still could be random…it just could!

[@DeadpanVT]

@@JordanHowellMusic it is made up just a conspiracy theory because a lot of murders happened in areas that have a spray paint smiley face there is actually zero evidence that any of them are connected across the country in anyway and it's one of the most common tags that you find which just means it really holds no validity.

[@sherilyncook5062]

Absolutely love your stuff. The alligator eating the magic 8 ball comment had me spit-take chortle. I look forward to another story presented as only you can do. Thanks, keep ‘em coming please.

[@melaniedawn9255]

Forensics were laughed at but so incredibly important, of course. Nothing? So sad and horrifying. Mike well done ag. Thanks for Being Authentic as You Are. 🤘🏽💕❤️💯

[@GastedFlabber]

The poor 3 kids who remained.. their brother and both parents murdered! I can't imagine having to go through that.

[@GodsThirdEye]

hey they lived a happy fulfilled life. if I'm 88 come and kill me cause I don't want to die in a nursing home. Old people murders are somewhat mercy killings.

[@jquinn2616]

Dude I literally just left from there. Work in the area, live on the poor side of town though. Those ppl live in a fantasy world in those communities. Sad what happened though, most of the residents are old people who have made their millions and moved to "the country." someone pissed someone off somewhere at some point in time. Good thing I don't have to worry about those rascals bc Im protected by NORD VPN

[@anthonyhudson3136]

so wtf dont people leave them to live in their own world, this is rather a fucking lot more than pissing someone off.

[@jquinn2616]

I was using a tad bit of sarcasm

[@cuddlecakes7153]

@@jquinn2616 It was YOU. YOU did it! You saw Mike's video and hytailed out of town!!

[@jquinn2616]

As Mr Wong said on Norbit….”Heck to the no! “ 😂

[@84Shadows]

😂

[@piratejoan]

I still can't get enuf of the "Let's give it a goo"! Thank you I look forward to it every time...I know, I'm weird.

[@DeadOnInfil]

I love the slip into a Brummy accent in the VPN bit lol you crack me up when you do random accents.

[@peterherron4222]

I would check out who rented a boat in the immediate area around the time of the murders. Also, the policeman Sills really comes across as a decent and dedicated man. Hopes he solves this in the end

[@AnnieBoBannie421]

He’s already did that…guaranteed

[@VioletJoy]

@@AnnieBoBannie421 👍 And if they already owned a boat, that wouldn't show up.

[@GorillaCookies]

Do you seriously think that between the GBI, FBI and local sheriff's department none of them thought to look into boat rentals on the lake ? They are professional investigators btw . I'm positive that was one of the very 1st things that was done.

[@AnnieBoBannie421]

@@VioletJoy exactly… I doubt that fancy lake even had rentals…. Everyone there owned a boat… they also wouldn’t want extra boats around either…. They wanted peace and lived in gated community!! Makes 0 sense to have ‘rentals’…. ♥️💋

[@GorillaCookies]

They've looked at every phone call that was made to and from the victims home and cell phones, all video available in the area including boat ramps if it exists. I have no doubt they have been very thorough as far as any electronic links, observation or record of possible contact or communication with the victims

[@annak8755]

They said "the victims must have known at least one of the killers" but we normally open the doors for people in work clothes or uniform, even if it is to just gesture in which direction they should go to find their destination/worksite. And considering that they seem like a sweet older couple, living in a safe area, just a request for help could have probably had them opening that door.

[@spiderboo464]

Good point

[@zeldagirl420]

Ugh yes everyone should have an intercom at their front door!!! It would be so easy to disguise as a salesperson and then just barge in. Really scary stuff 😢

[@hexadecimal7300]

Or Police etc.

[@krissykatisspooky]

I completely agree with you! Georgians absolutely have the cultural expectation of opening the door and offering assistance to people in need, especially in more rural areas. We’re taught to not be rude, especially earlier generations like these poor folks.

[@paulad.patterson4732]

Well, there's this kid at my job who claims his uncle worked for them as a handyman or something.

[@lexalaloli5167]

I love your accent. It makes me laugh and often re-watch that chapter for your accent. Your channel is also very interesting and nicely put together. Don’t change Mike. You are perfect.

[@FallenAngel9979]

What a dreadfully sad, shocking case. Poor Russell. Poor Shirley. The fact their killer is still out there is chilling. I hope their family & friends get closure soon.

[@VioletJoy]

Horrific mysteries like this are just gut wrenching. Here they had been together for 3/4ths of their lives only to go in such a terrifying way. My heart goes out to all affected. 💔💔

[@shaunthompson9324]

Mike should have his own tv show... he's funny while still respectful to the victims.

[@agirlisnoone5953]

He does, you're watching it. KZbin is the new TV

[@mickeybell8933]

He's really not that funny

[@shaunthompson9324]

Well you're a dope then

[@NASkeywest]

@@mickeybell8933 you kinda sound like your jealous. Lol

[@thishappycrafter272]

Yesssss!!! So respectful and so funny!!

[@hughjohnson8910]

This sheriff has a very over exaggerated sense of how good his crime solving skills are. He also needs to put his ego in check. This crime would have been solved if he had taken help from other departments and use ALL of the resources available.

[@narayanstar7787]

Such a bizarre case. I feel so sorry for their children. These people must have had an enemy somewhere.

[@joyhruska9377]

I grew up in Georgia and this story has always haunted me. Just a few months back the sheriff and the news stations were talking about this story. There are so many theories and layers but they believe it will be solved one day!

[@ds--pu1tv]

Unless someone just up and out of the blue confesses i really don't see this one ever getting solved especially until they find his head, there was just so much lack of evidence despite being in that wealthy and private of an area.

[@TecOneself]

Thank you for saying the police still has hopes. This things shall never happen, never. I wish we could be separated from all this kind of people, with no mercy in order to know well whom we are and that's if fine to be happily alive.

[@joyhruska9377]

@user-tl9bf2sy5h according to the sheriff and people working the case, they have undisclosed evidence that could lead to the killer. I don't know what that means or what it is. Maybe DNA? I'm not sure. Maybe they just say that but the sheriff and his department have said that it is solvable but maybe that's just their hope. I hope they do solve it.

[@Annapurna818]

Look at the children and grandchildren again. This is a personal crime.

[@sacv27]

@TheMRThatChapter0 Whatever you do OP don't message this account, seems to be some attempt at scamming people for info, it's not Mike.

[@roxannemiller-geggie3472]

This story reminds me of the Honey and Barry Sherman murders here in Toronto (also unsolved), although the method of killing differs. Wealthy, popular, elderly couple; family members not suspected; lack of evidence/motive, etc..

[@Nostalgic_1]

I hadn't thought about that but you're right.

[@hollycosta7394]

Exactly what I thought

[@maxmartin2763]

Except that Barry Sherman was not a respected business man. Everytime Sherman lost money on any investment he filed hundreds of lawsuits. He filed lawsuits against employees for stealing drug formulas that HE stole from other drug companies. The day he was murdered he filed a lawsuit after he lost $150,000 on a mobile phone app investment. The guy had way more enemies than friends.

[@RawOlympia]

Yes, horrific!

[@BrianScott-ey1my]

Sooo happy you started a podcast!! Now I can listen to you no matter what I am doin. You are the shit Mike!! We Love you too!!

[@queenwasp87]

I P standing up caught me off guard and made me chuckle 🤣🤣🤣 absolutely love your channel mike and of course you too 🖤🤗

[@kelsielovesbbu]

i am stuck in the hospital, double kidney infection and a nervewracking surgery. was praying for another that chapter vid and here you are!! love you mike.

[@yoditc7097]

Wishing you a speedy recovery

[@tabby73]

All the best ! 🙏🏻🤗💐

[@rideauxbaldwin6071]

How many of you thought the son who was a druggie and thief was involved…until he was killed? I did!

[@coreencasey5109]

Agree

[@debbiehoyt9018]

Rideaux Baldwin could be someone who the son was tangled up with

[@unabashedlybroken6789]

@@debbiehoyt9018 I thought that too at first but they would have taken their valuables for sure. Nothing was taken, theft wasn’t the motive. Sounds like a hit to me.

[@lovelyscorp79]

It was some teens from the community. Real psychopaths

[@pascalswager9100]

It's gotta be one of the remaining children! Their will must point to someone surely, what other explanation is there 🤷‍♀️

[@nicolahaslam6569]

I usually forward the videos to skip the advertisement but never on Mikes videos because of the funny way he describes it . Also I definitely hear every word of the ad and am most interested, great way of advertising

[@Argeaux2]

Mike explaining hideous crimes to us, in that cheerful lilt, is a heady mix.

[@hueginvieny7959]

I would think it has to be someone from within the gated community or someone who worked within the gated community. The fact the cameras where down and they knew the lake well enough to get in and get out it wasn't random. Also did a storm knock out the camera or was it the killers doing their preparations

[@vafla6861]

My thoughts as well

[@leahgolden7242]

I think it was a family member that stood to benefit financially somehow. Has to be

[@debbybolen]

how distressing. just really bizarre. thanks for a well put together video.

[@bunnymad5049]

Oh, these poor people. So terrible for them and their loved ones. How heartbreaking.

[@BudhagRizzo]

The seemingly randomness is the terrifying part. The perpetuator(s) put in a hell of a lot of effort with little to no motivation other than to just kill 2 people indiscriminately.

[@iainrichardson4495]

I thought they clearly said it wasnt random....🤔

[@BariumCobaltNitrog3n]

Every single thing in your comment is incorrect.

[@onyxgothicc]

@@BariumCobaltNitrog3n No it isnt. You're just being contrarian.

[@BariumCobaltNitrog3n]

@@onyxgothicc Is too. It wasn't random, no one knows how many killers there were or the effort they put into it, motivation is unknown and again it wasn't indiscriminate. But you are absolutely spot on, when popular opinion loses its mind, I'm the annoying ray of sunshine in the eyes to slow it down. Unapologetically contrarian.

[@ryantucker2166]

We do not know for sure that they were killed indiscriminately. What if Shirley witnessed something?

[@adalavin8648]

This is one of the most horrible cases that you've ever covered. It's scared me to my core. My husband and I used to live just a 1/2 block from the lake our community was build on and the communities boat dock. From our driveway we could pull onto the the short road to the boat dock. It used to bother me every time someone new in our community used ours that I didn't know. My husband thought I was being silly. But anyone could have pulled up to that boat dock and tied up to it even if they didn't live there. While we lived in a gated community that didn't help us one bit since we lived on a lake because we didn't have a guard stationed on the boat dock. Most gated communities don't. Look what happened to this poor couple. I'm sure they aren't the only couple something like this has happened to.

[@zed4225]

Keep ya cameras on. Take all precautions. This is a very very very strange case. Can't see a motive, other than to murder two people in cold blood for no reason. Closets usually have skeletons though, so maybe its revenge for something no-one but the perp and the victim know about.

[@ivypoison6806]

So are you rich too?

[@terideering3054]

@@ivypoison6806 very good point 😒

[@tazcahoon4051]

The gate won’t help either lol if I wanted to get to you or your house I’d get in it lol I’m 5 foot 5 and can scale a 10 foot fence easily! Only way you’re gonna be safe is getting a gun and some ammo and go out shooting your gun practicing shooting and aim the gun in

[@JC-zv3cv]

@@tazcahoon4051 good point Taz - because everyone knows that people who have guns are never killed, murdered or raped.

[@no-rq8dh]

That detective reminds me so much of my grandpa who was a detective too, although a Swedish one. they both just exude this special kind of energy, it’s so comforting🥲🧍🏻‍♀️🤞🏻

[@elysabethpoodle6234]

You're SO funny Mike. Love your work. I love the way you say "tree" instead of "three".

[@MissSeaSea]

Whoa, I was not expecting an ending to the story without a resolution. How crazy and baffling. I cannot believe I’ve never heard of this case before, too wild

[@guesswho1886]

Word this was definfoitely a Bizzare story, I was hoping for a happy ending but I'll be waiting for a update

[@cemcinturf]

Mystery group - Thought there would be a name to it Wasn't expecting it to be unresolved

[@BariumCobaltNitrog3n]

Not just no resolution, but no facts, or clues, or suspects or details, or motive, no insurance dance, no head or crime scene or witnesses, no video. Every detail in this story was imaginary, from the familiar killers to the registered bullet in the missing head. I'll bet the Sheriff found a hair, only he knows about.

[@esindirik4447]

I love the fact that in almost all of Mike's videos half of the comments are about what a great creator Mike is and how much we love him. He doesn't even know but he's been like a friend for me since years 💕

[@kayasper6081]

I don't know you either, but we can be friends as well, if you like.

[@esindirik4447]

@@kayasper6081 sounds like we'd end up in Mike's channel.

[@kayasper6081]

@@esindirik4447 Hahaha, you're good! Our connection is growing fast already😂

[@nicolecawley6830]

That was the funniest sales pitch I’ve ever seen “I don’t know. I pee standing up”

[@karenallen5208]

These who-dunnit cases are so frustrating. I watch true crime to see how they solve the crimes and catch the perpetrators. However, getting the story broadcast could very well result in solving the crimes. Great work there, Mike. I love your work.

[@KDiamond666]

I come here every week on the dot to hear the famous words “let’s give it a goo!” Frankly very happy to be part of the best crime story family TC ❤

[@savannahstapp7357]

dude this place is 10 minutes from where i live. this is the first video i’ve seen about this im so glad you are doing this!!!!

[@jquinn2616]

Greene county woop woop

[@Nicole-sk1hh]

I used to live there! This is the first coverage ive seen

[@mrsd2950]

Really? I’ve seen several videos on it. Wish I could remember where so I could recommend

[@badkneessweettea3386]

Same! Was so weird hearing names of places I know including my job.

[@outcast935]

I remember seeing this case that when I was 17. Insane that I woke up to this but glad Mikes covering this

[@sofiyamurnik4096]

Mike we love you so so much!!! I get so happy anytime you post! You’re doing so wonderful ❤️