BRIAN ENTIN INVESTIGATES

Brian Hooker’s ex claims he threatened she would have an ‘accident’ in new report- where is Lynette?
New court documents reveal Brian Hooker's ex-wife accused him of threatening her with an 'accident' and physical abuse years before his current wife, Lynette, mysteriously vanished at sea, drawing chilling parallels to Lynette's daughter's claims.

Profiler calls Nancy Guthrie note ‘poetic’ — thinks woman wrote it — also latest on bitcoin search
A criminal profiler and a cybersecurity executive dissect the Nancy Guthrie ransom notes and the untraceable Bitcoin demand, revealing insights into the perpetrators' psychology and the challenges of digital crime investigations.

Nancy Guthrie investigation: the traces bodies leave behind in the desert — scientific deep dive
An ASU forensic science study reveals that even after a body is moved, a distinct microbial and elemental signature can persist in Arizona desert soil for over 2.5 years, significantly impacting missing persons investigations like the Nancy Guthrie case.

Where is Nancy Guthrie in the desert? New questions about graves in Mexico
Retired FBI agent Maureen O'Connell and host Brian Entin dissect the Nancy Guthrie disappearance, focusing on anonymous tips about graves in Mexico, the role of a volunteer search group, and the ongoing relevance of Guthrie's home as a crime scene.

Elena Moore’s husband “not doing well” — planned on spending rest of his life with her, friend says
Private Investigator Henry Dukes provides an update on the Alina Moore case, detailing the ongoing forensic investigation and defending Alina's husband against public speculation and claims of marital trouble.

“I’m scared for my life.” Elena Moore’s friend says she was dealing with “crazy sh**”
A friend of missing personal trainer Alina Moore reveals Moore expressed fear for her life and was dealing with "crazy sh**" shortly before her disappearance and the discovery of a body matching her description.

New video of missing personal trainer Elena Katherine Moore, and breaking D4vd & Luigi Mangione news
This episode delivers critical updates on three high-profile true crime cases, including new surveillance video in the disappearance of personal trainer Elena Katherine Moore, a delayed preliminary hearing for rapper D4vd accused of murder, and a surprising 'extreme emotional disturbance' defense in the Luigi Mangione case.

Summer Wells Mystery - Five years later, someone knows something
Five years after 5-year-old Summer Wells vanished from her Tennessee home, her disappearance remains unsolved, plagued by conflicting theories, family controversies, and a lack of concrete leads despite extensive public attention.

Was Nancy Guthrie taken through Native American reservation into Mexico? New details
This episode explores the unverified tip that Nancy Guthrie was buried in Mexico and analyzes the complex role of the Tohono O'odham Native American reservation and border dynamics in her disappearance.

Energy directed weapons, UFOs, and missing scientists - former FBI agent's theories
A retired FBI agent offers mind-bending theories, including directed energy weapons and covert government operations, to explain the suspicious death of a Los Alamos administrative assistant and other missing scientists.

Camera footage in Michigan could play role in Lynette Hooker investigation, friend says
Federal investigators are pursuing new leads in Michigan, including potential camera footage and DNA collection, to build a case in the disappearance of Lynette Hooker, whose husband's account is contradicted by GPS data.

Divers in the water searching for Lynette Hooker — ‘no body homicide’ prosecutor’s insight
New GPS data contradicts Brian Hooker's account of his wife Lynette's disappearance, prompting a murder investigation and a deep dive into 'no body homicide' prosecution strategies.

Nancy Guthrie: frustration for detectives as investigation enters day 115 - behind the scenes look
Retired FBI agent Maureen O'Connell joins Brian Entin to dissect the ongoing Nancy Guthrie missing person investigation, revealing the operational challenges of a multi-agency task force and the emotional toll on detectives, while also debunking popular scam theories.

Sheriff not talking to Nancy Guthrie’s family, acknowledges ‘frustration’ according to reports
New reports reveal Pima County Sheriff Nanos is no longer directly communicating with Nancy Guthrie's family, acknowledging their frustration, while an expert analyzes the stalled investigation's DNA and video evidence.

Sailboat seized - but where is Brian Hooker? Lynette missing- on the scene investigation intensifies
The US Coast Guard has seized Brian Hooker's sailboat, "Soulmate," in Fort Pierce, Florida, intensifying the criminal investigation into the disappearance of his wife, Lynette Hooker, who he claims fell off their dinghy in the Bahamas over a month ago.

Nancy Guthrie investigation a ‘sh** show’ during first week, according to Sergeant
An inside look at the Pima County Sheriff's Office reveals a 'disorganized mess' during the critical first week of the Nancy Guthrie investigation, fueled by inter-agency friction and alleged leadership incompetence.

10 U.S. scientists are missing or dead. Could they be connected?
An investigation into the mysterious disappearances and deaths of at least 10 U.S. scientists, exploring whether these incidents are connected or merely tragic coincidences.

What does the FBI secretly know about Nancy Guthrie case? And reality tv show emails emerge - day 86
New emails reveal internal turmoil and political motivations within the Pima County Sheriff's Office, potentially hindering the Nancy Guthrie disappearance investigation, while a retired FBI agent analyzes the likelihood of multiple suspects and the agency's strained relationship with local law enforcement.

How FBI is using Nancy Guthrie suspect profile, and why they are not sending bitcoin - day 79
Retired FBI agent Steve Moore breaks down the FBI's strategic silence on the Nancy Guthrie kidnapping, revealing why they aren't engaging with the Bitcoin ransom account and how profiler insights are guiding a complex investigation focused on a known, overconfident perpetrator.

Bahamas Mystery: Brian Hooker out of custody -- was weather actually bad when Lynette disappeared?
Brian Hooker, husband of missing Lynette Hooker, is released from Bahamian custody, but new information from a local captain challenges his account of stormy weather, while Lynette's daughter reveals a history of domestic issues and confirms a US Coast Guard criminal investigation.

Did he push her overboard? Troubling texts emerge from Lynette Hooker as Bahamas mystery deepens
A Michigan woman vanishes from a dinghy in the Bahamas, leaving her husband as the sole witness and a trail of suspicious circumstances, including a history of domestic disputes and recent relationship troubles.

No signs of an assault inside Nancy Guthrie’s house — new vantage point from backyard — day 59
New investigative details reveal no signs of an assault inside Nancy Guthrie's home, despite blood on the front steps, suggesting a highly planned abduction by multiple perpetrators.

I'm going back to Arizona: will Savannah’s interview help Nancy Guthrie Investigation? Day 57
Retired FBI agent Steve Moore dissects new details from Savannah Guthrie's interview regarding her mother Nancy's disappearance, analyzing the implications of propped doors, missing shoes, and the legitimacy of ransom notes for the ongoing investigation.

Was Jimmy Gracey drugged? University of Alabama student’s body discovered, but mystery deepens
The body of University of Alabama student Jimmy Gracey was found in Barcelona, but the host explores unsettling questions about his disappearance, including potential drugging, drawing parallels to a rising epidemic in Nashville.
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