Homicide Hunter: Lt Joe Kenda
Overview
Homicide Hunter: Lt Joe Kenda offers a gripping exploration of murder cases through the lens of retired detective Lieutenant Joe Kenda. Combining dramatic re-enactments with insights from investigative teams and heartfelt interviews with victims' families, the series showcases Kenda’s remarkable career, where he solved 400 homicide cases with an impressive 92 percent success rate. Each episode delves into the complexities of crime-solving, revealing not only the challenges faced by law enforcement but also the emotional toll on those affected by violence. Kenda's compelling storytelling brings these chilling stories to life.
Episodes
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1
Into Thin Air
Lorraine Laribo, a 24-year-old woman, is last seen being dropped off at a bar by her sister's boyfriend, Anthony. This fateful evening marks the begin...
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2
Six Feet Under
Detective Kenda discovers the lifeless body of a young woman named Vicki Ross, who has been brutally beaten and strangled, hidden in the backseat of ...
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3
A Killer Always Rings Twice
The brutal rape and murder of 22-year-old Micki Filmore in her home sends shockwaves through the community. Detective Kenda dives into the case, conc...
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4
Everybody Lies
Following a church service, deacon Robert Walton is brutally murdered in a crowded park. The investigation intensifies as Lt. Kenda and his team recon...
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5
Secret Life
When military spouse Lourdes Riddle is discovered strangled in the trunk of her vehicle, homicide investigator Joe Kenda embarks on a complicated inve...
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6
Chance Encounter
When firefighters discover Victor Woods brutally murdered in his blazing apartment, Detective Joe Kenda launches an investigation into the state’s i...
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I Now Pronounce You Dead
Dianne Hood, a mother of three, is tragically murdered by a masked assailant while heading home. As Lt. Joe Kenda investigates the shocking crime, he...
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2
A Gathering of Evil
When the lifeless body of teenage runaway Maggie Fetty is discovered strangled on a secluded mountain road, Lt. Joe Kenda faces the daunting task of u...
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3
Last Call for Murder
Joe Kenda scrutinizes a blurry recording from a recently installed security camera as he delves into the tragic slaying of five individuals at a shopp...
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4
The Spy Who Killed Me
When the charred remains of homemaker Elsie Jennes are discovered in the cellar of her flaming residence, Lieutenant Joe Kenda is left with no clues ...
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5
Slaughterhouse Six
After Layne Schmidtke, a soldier and devoted father, is savagely murdered by a gang of teenagers, Detective Joe Kenda is tasked with piecing together...
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6
Drive Thru Murder
At an abandoned crossroads, fast food manager Missy Berry is discovered lifeless in her idling vehicle. Detective Joe Kenda uncovers that a figure fr...
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7
Primal Fear
Lt. Joe Kenda faces the challenging task of piecing together inconsistent accounts from teenage eyewitnesses while probing the shooting murder of a 1...
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8
A Beautiful Shade of Death
The shocking discovery of Sophia Gerardo and her four children, along with their pet cat, found dead leads police to initially suspect a ritualistic m...
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9
Shot Through the Heart
Upon returning home from school, fifteen-year-old Chuck Limbrick discovers his mother, Betty, tragically shot dead. While initial signs point to a ro...
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10
Mr. Violence
While delving into the murder of 29-year-old Chris Devoy, who was gunned down near a local bar, Lt. Joe Kenda receives an unanticipated lead that coul...
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Murder Bites
A young lady is discovered unclothed and strangled in a park just a short distance from her residence. Friends and locals provide the authorities with...
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2
River of Blood
On a secluded highway, two hunters stumble upon a vehicle soaked in blood, with its driver shot multiple times. As Lt. Joe Kenda investigates, he dis...
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3
Weapon of Choice
What initially appears to be a hit-and-run case involving the tragic death of mother Shaundra Murr transforms into a crime fueled by intense emotions...
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4
Run for Your Life
The discovery of a murdered marathon runner mere hours before a major race puts Lt. Joe Kenda on high alert. Determined to catch the perpetrator befor...
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5
Murder in a Bottle
Eric Houston’s lifeless body is discovered with multiple stab wounds in a rundown motel, prompting a complex investigation filled with numerous pot...
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6
Preying on the Innocent
The murder of a prominent politician's son in his own basement sends shockwaves through the city, placing immense pressure on Lt. Joe Kenda from City ...
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7
Dead Man Falling
The brutal murder of a family of four sends shockwaves throughout Colorado Springs, igniting fear among its residents. Initially, law enforcement susp...
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8
Blood Red Highway
In a shocking turn of events, the owners of a neighborhood grocery store are viciously assaulted and left in critical condition. Determined to bring ...
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9
My, My, Merry Christmas
On Christmas Day, the cheerful restaurant employee Donald Ott is discovered murdered, leaving his friends baffled as they insist he had no known adve...
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10
Death Rains Down
Sharon Coleman, a quiet employee at a local restaurant, is brutally killed in a barrage of heavy gunfire. With little physical evidence at the scene,...
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11
Fate Worse Than Death
While jogging along a rugged ravine, two runners stumble upon a body that is horrifyingly disfigured. To apprehend a cold-blooded killer, Lt. Joe Kend...
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12
Razor's Edge
The discovery of 24-year-old Patrick Ray, dead from a gunshot wound to the head, initially suggests a suicide to the investigators. However, Lt. Joe ...
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13
Blood Sisters
In a quiet suburban home, the lifeless bodies of two sisters, riddled with gunshot wounds, are discovered amidst a scene filled with puzzling evidenc...
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1
Eyes Wide Shut
A park ranger stumbles upon the lifeless body of Corey Edge, an amateur boxer, drifting in a shallow creek. Lt. Joe Kenda delves into a seedy world fi...
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2
Death Comes Knocking
In a shocking act of violence, Ernestine Addison and her son Bobby are brutally murdered. Lt. Joe Kenda follows a lead from a tipster who describes a...
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3
Bad Things Come in Threes
After two young mothers are shot in the back of a bustling bar, Kenda's investigation begins with figuring out who the actual target was. The case be...
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4
Death Grip
When officers discover the motionless body of a furniture salesman slumped in his car, they initially suspect an accident. However, it soon becomes c...
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5
Poker Face
The lifeless body of Jamie Foster is discovered concealed beneath a blanket. As Lt. Joe Kenda investigates further, he uncovers that Foster’s entrep...
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6
Blood Innocence
A decorated war veteran is brutally murdered under mysterious circumstances. With the crime scene providing scant evidence, Lt. Joe Kenda observes a ...
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7
Snitch
The police uncover the lifeless body of a familiar face—Jimmie Stevenson, a young informant. Jimmie's tendency to speak freely had put him on the r...
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8
The Master Key
Following the tragic murder of a pregnant woman and her two young children, the Colorado Springs Police Department faces immense pressure to apprehend...
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9
Number 1 Suspect
Following the murder of a mother, Lt. Joe Kenda initially suspects a robbery that has taken a deadly turn. However, the investigation takes a shocking...
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10
Magic Bullet
Just outside a strip club, a father is abruptly gunned down. As Lt. Joe Kenda investigates the final moments of the victim's life, the list of possib...
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11
A Prayer for the Dying
In the midst of a confrontation at a local shop, Raymond Archuleta intervenes, tragically resulting in him being fatally stabbed. Lt. Joe Kenda is tas...
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12
Bump in the Night
The discovery of a pilot's lifeless body in her trailer leaves the police baffled. However, Lt. Joe Kenda uncovers a shocking link between the decease...
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13
My First Case
In his inaugural assignment with the homicide division, rookie detective Joe Kenda steps up to tackle a gruesome shooting incident involving multiple...
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Bad Blood
In a dimly lit parking lot, a well-known army veteran lies dying, his body riddled with countless stab wounds. As Kenda and her team investigate the c...
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Eye of the Beholder
Kenda stumbles upon a gruesome crime scene that shocks him to his core, leading him to an unforeseen suspect. Meanwhile, a young soldier is found dead...
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3
Dead on Target
In a shocking daylight incident, a young expectant father is fatally shot by a distant sniper. As Detective Kenda arrives at the scene, he quickly ide...
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4
Dead Weight
The shocking murder of Mary Moebus appears to be a random act of violence. However, as Lt. Joe Kenda digs deeper, he uncovers a trove of new evidence ...
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5
Door No. 12
The community is left reeling after the shocking murders of best friends Louis Matos and Colleen Johnson. As the investigation intensifies, Lt. Joe K...
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Loose Cannon
A violent shooting spree claims the life of a 24-year-old woman, while her two-year-old child battles for survival. As detectives navigate a complex w...
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7
Mr. LA
During a lively 4th of July celebration, chaos breaks out when a young man is fatally shot while sitting in his car. Lt. Joe Kenda faces the daunting ...
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Blood on the Tracks
A gruesome discovery is made when a headless corpse is found on the railway tracks. Lt. Joe Kenda dives into the investigation, seeking answers from t...
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9
Victim Zero
A chaotic fight breaks out in a neighborhood bar, culminating in the tragic shooting of a young soldier. To solve the case, Lt. Joe Kenda is forced to...
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10
Pop Goes the Witness
The discovery of Willie McCarty's lifeless body at the foot of a staircase prompts neighbors to inform Kenda about a suspicious truck seen speeding a...
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11
Too Young to Die
Following a tragic shooting at a burger joint that claims the life of a young teen, Lt. Joe Kenda faces the challenge of navigating through a web of h...
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12
Sing Sing, Little Bird
A passionate evening takes a dark turn when a brutal home invasion interrupts Kelly Knudson, a young entrepreneur, leaving her gravely injured on the ...
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13
Point of No Return
When a devastating explosion shatters a quiet neighborhood, Lt. Joe Kenda faces the grim task of deciphering a heap of charred debris and tracking do...
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14
Trust No One
When martial artist Carl Hunt is fatally stabbed in the abdomen, Lt. Joe Kenda faces a challenging investigation as those close to him—including fr...
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15
Worst I've Ever Seen
The investigation unfolds surrounding the tragic shooting deaths of two grandparents. In addition to this heartbreaking case, Colorado Springs Police...
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16
Murder Haunts Me
A pregnant woman is tragically shot, prompting a thorough investigation into her death. As detectives delve deeper, they uncover a body submerged in a...
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17
City of Fear
Kenda and her elite major crimes team set out to apprehend a masked assailant after a string of violent heists terrorizes the city. With unwavering d...
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18
My Case to Solve
In this gripping episode, Kenda faces the challenges of his inaugural homicide investigation as a Police Sergeant. With mounting pressure to deliver s...
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19
Stuck in a Coffin
A devastating fire engulfs an apartment complex, revealing a charred corpse within. Detective Kenda and his team are tasked with unraveling the myste...
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20
My Tortured Soul
In a secluded area of Cheyenne Cañon Park, a decayed corpse is discovered. Detective Kenda and his team race against time to identify the murderer b...
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Avert Your Eyes
When Pamela Edwards is discovered with a fatal gunshot wound to her heart, Lt. Joe Kenda's immediate priority is to protect her young daughters from t...
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2
Sacrificial Lamb
The discovery of thirteen-year-old PJ Grant's lifeless body, with a single gunshot wound to his head, initially leads Lt. Joe Kenda to suspect suicid...
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3
Powder Keg
During a neighborhood birthday celebration, unexpected intruders disrupt the festivities, leading to chaos and the tragic death of Enrique Urrutia. Th...
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4
Make My Day
Following the murder of Keith Andrews, a man emerges, insisting he acted in self-defense, yet Lt. Joe Kenda remains skeptical. The investigation takes...
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5
We Kill the Ones We Love
A tragic drive-by shooting claims the life of Van Terry, prompting Lt. Joe Kenda to rely on an unexpected source—a burglar—to help solve the case....
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Night Terrors
After Cheryl Brantner is discovered lifeless in her bathtub by her children, Lt. Joe Kenda faces the challenging task of determining whether it was a ...
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7
Tighten the Screws
After the mysterious death of young Iraq War veteran Curtis Ashley, Lt. Joe Kenda is tasked with unraveling the murder of this apparently blameless vi...
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8
When the Music Stops
After a brutal stabbing leaves Vietnam War veteran Charles Walker in a coma, the severity of his injuries is shocking—45 units of blood fail to rev...
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9
Settle the Score
The murder of Johnny Crawford in his recliner leaves investigators baffled, as it appears his death may have stemmed from a dispute over a musical in...
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10
Outlaw
Following a deadly shootout at a nearby biker bar that leaves two men dead, Lt. Joe Kenda is tasked with investigating the incident. He must immerse ...
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11
New Year's Evil
During the festive New Year’s Eve weekend, tragedy strikes when Miguel Mendez is brutally killed outside a local convenience store. Lt. Joe Kenda i...
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12
Dead Man Walking
George Ferribee, a devoted son who fell into the grips of addiction, is discovered murdered. Lt. Joe Kenda, upon finding out that George had been rec...
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13
The Line Goes Dead
The discovery of a severed head belonging to a wife and mother prompts Kenda to employ forensic science and intense questioning to locate her body an...
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14
Metal On Metal
In a tragic turn of events, a promising young athlete is shot dead just weeks ahead of his college debut, plunging his family into grief and leaving i...
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15
Bullet With My Name On It
As a rookie patrol officer, Joe Kenda embarks on his first year in law enforcement, eager to prove himself. However, his determination leads him to co...
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16
Shattered
After two teenagers stumble upon a dead body in the middle of the road, Lt. Joe Kenda embarks on an investigation to uncover whether the murder was t...
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17
Justified
The discovery of a young man's lifeless body, shot dead, prompts Lt. Joe Kenda to investigate his complicated history and ties to the niche market of ...
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18
Officer Down
In "Officer Down," Sgt. Joe Kenda confronts his most harrowing experience when he receives the devastating news that his friend and colleague, Officer...
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19
My Worst Fear
Authorities are stunned when a 13-year-old boy dies in a blast, but their sorrow quickly shifts to panic upon discovering a second, undetonated explos...
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20
The Monster Awakes
After Julie Smith comes forward with her experience of sexual assault, Lt. Joe Kenda and his Sex Crimes Unit uncover alarming parallels to previous in...
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Bad Moon Rising
On the eve of Halloween, a terrifying situation emerges as a young man is discovered fighting for his life. The investigation takes a sinister twist w...
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Written in Blood
The neighborhood is thrown into turmoil after Antoine McKenzie is audaciously gunned down in front of an auto parts shop during daylight hours. With ...
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3
Raise the Dead
The death of 71-year-old Orville Head seems unremarkable, as he had been grappling with various health issues. However, a surprising tip hints at poss...
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4
Knock Knock
During a casual get-together, tragedy strikes when two assailants fatally wound William Davis. The shocked friends present struggle to offer any usef...
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5
Rearview Mirror
A retired service member hits a pedestrian, prompting Lt. Joe Kenda to investigate whether the incident was due to mechanical failure or malicious int...
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Jekyll & Hyde
Lt. Joe Kenda investigates the tragic murder of Calvin Blair, a young man who was brutally stabbed and abandoned on the roadside. Meanwhile, after Ale...
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7
After School Special
The cherished educator Barbara Lewis is found poisoned in her classroom, prompting an urgent medical response to save her. While Lt. Joe Kenda and hi...
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8
Sex, Lies, and Surveillance Tape
In a tense standoff between rivals, the situation escalates fatally, leaving Lt. Joe Kenda searching for clarity within a blurry, manipulated security...
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9
Manifesto
A rookie deputy is assigned to keep watch over a burned cabin on Pikes Peak throughout the night. However, when he is discovered lifeless in his patr...
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10
Where Is Claudia Jane?
When a 15-year-old girl vanishes without a trace, Lt. Joe Kenda delves into the perplexing details of her case. Simultaneously, a tragic event unfolds...
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11
Lockdown
In the midst of a chaotic shooting spree, police officers bravely confront the armed assailant to bring peace back to the community. Meanwhile, a son ...
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Time Bomb
Rookie detective Joe Kenda delves into the aftermath of a devastating explosion at the Pikes Peak National Bank. As he navigates the investigation, he...
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13
John 3:16
A frantic man brings his friend, suffering from critical gunshot injuries, to the hospital, claiming they were attacked by unknown assailants. Howeve...
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14
Timothy Peart's Last Dance
Following the tragic death of a young man at a gathering, law enforcement interrogates the attendees, suspecting they may be hiding the truth. As Lieu...
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15
Body in the Freezer
During a confrontation between two businessmen, one ends up shot in the face. Lt. Kenda investigates and uncovers a surprising twist: the victim may h...
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16
Eyes of a Child
When a devoted grandmother is discovered brutally murdered in her home, Lt. Joe Kenda is left grappling with the chilling nature of the crime. As he d...
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17
I Will Hunt You Down
In Colorado Springs, Lt. Joe Kenda and his Fugitive Unit are on the hunt for two escaped prisoners. Meanwhile, officers responding to a domestic distu...
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18
Gun Instinct
After a mother doesn't return from her job, her daughter fears the worst and alerts authorities about her disappearance. As the case progresses, Lt. ...
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19
Joker In The Pack
A lively card game takes a tragic turn when gunfire erupts, resulting in the death of a young man. Lt. Joe Kenda quickly discovers that the events lea...
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20
Bring My Baby Home
A mother is devastated when her infant daughter is abducted, prompting a frantic search by law enforcement. As the days pass without any leads or rans...
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My Second Case
The lifeless body of a woman is discovered in a remote area alongside a desolate highway. With the coroner raising concerns about possible foul play...
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End of Days
When a family residence is found filled with bodies, Kenda must delve into the twisted thoughts of a disturbed individual, confronting his own deepest...
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3
.357 Magnum
The shooting of a well-liked teenager at a bustling house party leads Lt. Joe Kenda on a complex journey filled with deceit, misleading clues, and spe...
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The Girl Next Door
After a young U.S. Army veteran is discovered murdered in his living room, the investigation points to a neighbor who was apprehended during a heated ...
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Fractured Glass
After the charming Michael Tittemore is shot to death in the early hours, Lt. Joe Kenda begins investigating the roommates who witnessed the crime. H...
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The Cage
Lt. Joe Kenda stumbles upon the gruesome scene of a middle-aged couple's lifeless bodies in their damp suburban home, accompanied by the remains of t...
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Blood From a Stone
During a heated confrontation on the street, an innocent bystander suffers a fatal head wound, and shortly after, his body vanishes. Meanwhile, a youn...
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Target Practice
The shocking murder of a young dad sends shockwaves through his tight-knit neighborhood. As authorities dig deeper, they uncover a bitter feud among n...
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The Setup
Dedicated family man Douglas Warren unexpectedly collapses in a city bar, bleeding profusely from a gunshot wound to his neck. As he succumbs to his ...
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Primal Instinct
A heated argument at a biker bar escalates into violence, prompting Kenda to initiate a search for two fugitives who abscond with a young boy. The si...
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11
Follow the Money
In the heart of a junkyard, the lifeless body of a 72-year-old man is discovered, clad only in his underwear and dentures. As detectives delve into th...
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12
Shallow Grave
Lt. Joe Kenda and his team respond to a suspected suicide case, but their investigation takes a dangerous turn when they uncover a series of traps se...
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13
Friends Like This
After assisting his friends with a move, a young man is shot dead outside his residence. This tragic incident prompts Sgt. Joe Kenda and Detective Joh...
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14
Who Took Heather?
In a small town, the sudden vanishing of 13-year-old Heather sends shockwaves through the community. As fear grips the residents, Kenda leads the char...
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15
The Invisible Hand of Death
When two teenagers discover a woman consumed by fire, it sparks a chilling investigation into the depths of human cruelty. As detectives grapple with ...
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Nine-Year-Old Hostage
When a hostage crisis unfolds, Sgt. Joe Kenda and his squad face a daunting challenge to rescue a family while ensuring their own safety. Meanwhile, ...
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17
The Shoelace Killer
During a gathering on the city's fringes, a group of teens stumbles upon a woman's lifeless body. Investigating detectives swiftly conclude that she w...
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18
The Uninvited Guest
A soldier meets a tragic end when he is fatally stabbed at a drive-thru. Detective Kenda discovers a connection between this incident and an upcoming ...
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19
Married to the Job
While dealing with a standoff involving a barricaded gunman, Sgt. Joe Kenda receives a frantic call from his wife, Kathy. As she listens in, the sound...
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20
The Case That Haunts Me
In a shocking discovery, a woman is discovered in the mountains, stripped of clothing and drenched in blood. Detective Joe Kenda takes charge of the c...
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Cynthia
In an abandoned graveyard, the lifeless form of an energetic young mother is discovered encased in ice. With no further clues, the investigation stal...
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2
Lock the Door
After Charlie Tuttle's motionless body is found behind a bolted bedroom door, authorities quickly label his death as a suicide. However, half a year l...
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3
Confession
Following a brutal assault on a married couple in their residence, Kenda embarks on a quest to track down a disturbed teenager with an insatiable thir...
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4
Trigger
A well-dressed bystander is unexpectedly gunned down from behind, leaving the motive a mystery. As Kenda pursues a potential lead, he soon discovers h...
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Rest In Peace
After the sudden death of an Air Force veteran, Kenda and his team are tasked with uncovering whether it was an unfortunate accident or a deliberate ...
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Down for the Count
A group of hikers discovers the mangled body of amateur boxer Johnnie Wilson, concealed under a heap of debris. After navigating through numerous dead...
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Standoff
In a tense showdown, a volatile divorcee seeking revenge sparks an armed confrontation from his small trailer park residence. Meanwhile, a tragic inc...
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Collision Course
On a shadowy residential street, two close friends are tragically shot. As the investigation faces a series of setbacks that jeopardize the case, Ken...
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Lady in Red
A mysterious woman clad in red rushes a mortally wounded man to a fire station before disappearing without a trace. As investigators delve into the ca...
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10
Cradle to the Grave
When a baby suddenly stops breathing, Kenda and Walker delve into whether the daycare is at fault or if the parents share the responsibility. Concurr...
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Last Fare
When a young taxi driver is discovered lifeless in his cab, investigators Kenda and Gaenzle rule out robbery as a motive. Instead, they begin to sus...
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12
The Highway
Kenda and Barry delve into a shooting incident that erupted in a charming family residence, resulting in one fatality and two others in dire conditio...
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13
To the Death
When two young men are discovered shot in the corridor of an apartment building, Lt. Joe Kenda must tap into his keen instincts to determine which vic...
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14
Winter's Bone
In the rugged mountains near Colorado Springs, authorities discover the lifeless body of a woman frozen along a winding road. As investigators delve ...
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15
No Good Deed
When a man is shot and killed on a bustling street, Detective Joe Kenda faces the challenge of unraveling a web of contradictory accounts and frustrat...
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16
Fall from Grace
A group of hikers stumbles upon the lifeless body of a man, found nude and brutally beaten. As the investigation unfolds, Detective Joe Kenda delves i...
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17
Blood Relative
When a father is discovered shot outside his residence, Kenda delves into the dark motives fueling a lethal family rivalry. Meanwhile, a church transf...
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18
Animal Nature
When a young woman is discovered slain at the entrance of a trailer, Detective Joe Kenda and his homicide unit are tasked with unraveling the chillin...
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19
12 Years a Fugitive
Following the shocking murder of a cherished grandmother in her own home, Detective Joe Kenda seeks assistance from the devastated local community. A...
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The End
The murder of a young boy presents Lt. Joe Kenda with his toughest investigation to date. As he grapples with the emotional turmoil this heartbreakin...
