True Crime Time For September 4, 2025 | Cold Cases, Dirty Cops & Dumb Criminals

In this episode of True Crime Time For, hosts Woody and Cyndi Overton delve into various crime stories, discussing the slow wheels of justice, a bad decision that changed a young man's life, and the antics of dumb criminals. They also explore a cold case involving a submerged car and the mystery surrounding the death of Pauline Mullins, shedding light on the complexities of law enforcement and the pursuit of justice. In this conversation, the speakers delve into various aspects of crime, justice, and the absurdities surrounding them. They discuss the complexities of law enforcement, particularly in relation to dirty cops and high-profile cases. The conversation shifts to child exploitation investigations, highlighting the challenges faced by authorities. They also explore international perspectives on crime and punishment, particularly in Saudi Arabia. The discussion takes a lighter turn with bizarre criminal acts, including attempts to use counterfeit money, leading to a humorous yet thought-provoking conclusion about the value of art and novelty items.Chapters00:00 Introduction to True Crime Time For03:03 The Wheels of Justice05:51 Worldwide Crime: A Bad Decision10:09 Dumb Criminals: The Case of Nathan Pugh15:59 Cold Case Discovery: The Buick Electra20:59 The Mystery of Pauline Mullins26:05 Revisiting the Past: Buford Pusser's Legacy26:59 The Complexity of Crime and Justice29:57 Investigating Child Exploitation Cases34:08 International Crime and Punishment Perspectives39:03 Bizarre Criminal Acts and Consequences45:09 The Absurdity of Counterfeit CurrencyTrue Crime, Justice, Crime Stories, Criminal Cases, Cold Cases, Law Enforcement, Crime Investigation, Dumb Criminals, Crime News, True Crime Podcast, crime, justice, child exploitation, international law, bizarre crimes, counterfeit money, law enforcement, criminal justice, punishment, investigationsExecutive Producer: Leah MarieOur Sponsors:* Check out Mood and use my code RLRC for a great deal: https://mood.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/real-life-real-crime/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy