The Death of Benjamin Kingan
The Death of Benjamin Kingan

The Death of Benjamin Kingan

May 24, 2025 8:00pm
1:03:31
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Episode 307
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Ben was dropped off to child care on the morning of January 14, 2009 as a happy, healthy 17 month old little boy. During the afternoon hours Ben's caregiver 22 year old Melissa Calusinski found him unresponsive without explanation. What ensues is a lengthy investigation that seems pretty cut and dry at first until discoveries are made that include possible human error, cover ups and confessions that are getting a second look.   Join Patreon here to binge bonus content! Crime Curious is creating a kick-ass exclusive listener experience | Patreon https://www.buymeacoffee.com/crimecurious Music By: Michael Drzewiecki Cover Art By: Charnell   Allegations of a forced confession, manipulated evidence fuel Illinois day care worker's push for clemency - CBS News Melissa Calusinski: Where is the Daycare Worker and Killer Today? Amy and Andy Kingan: What Happened to Benjamin Kingan's Parents? Coroner: X-Rays Show Toddler’s Daycare Death May Not Have Been Worker’s Fault – NBC Chicago.  

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Duration:1:03:31
Published:May 24, 2025 8:00pm
File Size:58.6 MB
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Ben was dropped off to child care on the morning of January 14, 2009 as a happy, healthy 17 month old little boy. During the afternoon hours Ben's caregiver 22 year old Melissa Calusinski found him unresponsive without explanation. What ensues is a lengthy investigation that seems pretty cut and dry at first until discoveries are made that include possible human error, cover ups and confessions that are getting a second look.   Join Patreon here to binge bonus content! Crime Curious is creating ...

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