A subreddit dedicated to the unresolved mysteries of the world. Crystal RogersVictim of (Potentially) Related Crime, Jason EllisVictim of (Potentially) Related Crime, Samantha and Kathy NetherlandVictim of (Potentially) Related Crime. I say the police are involved. I don't have any updates or anything to this case, but my dad has a farm near Bardstown and all around the area you still see posters and signs up asking for information about Crystal Rogers. But, theres also a dark side to the region. There is no evidence that he was conducting any kind of independent investigation or was privy to any information that Law Enforcement didnt have. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Then on November 19, while he was out hunting on his rural property very early in the morning, a shot rang out. All rights reserved. Trooper Gregory says they have several detectives working the case following leads. Jasons wife was a substitute teacher who had worked at the school where Kathy worked but they have not been linked in any other way. I know that trinkets were taken as trophies. The Nelson County Coroner's Office reportedly said he was shot once in the chest, with the bullet entering his chest and exiting his back. Rogers, a 35-year-old mother of five children, was reported missing on July 3, 2015, from Bardstown. A woman was murdered and children were taken Friday night in Bardstown, . The murders of Kathy and Samantha Netherland remain unsolved. Season two went beyond Bardstown, investigating a deadly fire in the bayou community of Lacombe, La. A seven-year veteran of the department and member of the K-9 unit, Ellis had just gotten off work and was driving home when he found a stack of freshly cut tree limbs blocking the road at his exit off the Bluegrass Parkway. Construction LLC, was a member of St. Thomas Catholic Church. I think "conspiracy" is the wrong word because that sort of implies the same people are committing the murders and that's not the case. The utterly brutal murder the Netherlands on a pleasant country road is as strange as Elliss murder. Snow Report: The 20 Greatest Cocaine Scenes in Movie History, The Legacy of "M*A*S*H" And TV's Best Series Finales, Revisiting the True Crime Case That Inspired Edgar Allan Poe, Nobis Makes the Perfect Jacket for Every Conceivable Winter Situation, Woody Harrelson Is the Latest "SNL" Host to Deliver a Controversial Monologue, The Best Outdoor-Ready Deals From REIs Massive Winter Sale. Officer Ellis & Officer Houks were employed by the same agency, but didn't work any cases together. Spokesperson Lt. Michael Webb said police haven't ruled out the possibility that the cases might be connected, but offered no further details, according to The Courier-Journal. Join Nancy Grace and a team of world-class experts for the online course Justice Nation: Crime Stops Here. I agree it did seem personal but I also think that maybe she fought back more than the mother did and the killer(s) lost their cool. A little over a year after she vanished, Crystals father, Tommy Ballard, was found shot to death on his own property. The Police Chief at the time of the murders, who has since been fired, had a reputation as a ladies man who was rumored to have had affairs with local married women. Going over to mamaw Martins and playing phase 10 and aggravation over and over while eating snacks. On the first anniversary of the murders, the Netherland family increased the reward for information about the killings from $2,500 to $50,000. A month later, new Bardstown Police Chief Kim Kraeszig announced the creation of a new anonymous tip line that she hopes will encourage those with information on the cases to come forward. LOUISVILLE, KY. Another search is underway relating to the 2015 disappearance of Crystal Rogers in Bardstown, Kentucky. It is a sad, but an almost daily occurrence in the US. Some Doctors Are Now Making More Dubious Claims About Ivermectin. As the Kentucky Standard reported after she vanished, her aunt Sherry Ballard Barnes disappeared in January 1979. You can live there your whole life and not know anyone. Samantha Netherland was a sophomore at Bardstown High School. Former Sheriff Ed Mattingly named Brooks Houck a suspectin his girlfriends disappearance, which he believes to be a homicide. Get InsideHook in your inbox. Within a very few short minutes of his killing a couple of vehicles rolled up on the scene and both of them attempted to use the police radio to get help for him. Follow Season three, "Beyond Bardstown: Unsolved," is coming Monday, Oct. 17. " I'm just praying this will bring us some kind of closure. Their bodies were discovered by a family member. He was said to have been trying to clean up drug activity in the area, this could have made him a target, but I have always had a gut feeling that this was either a completely random crime or was possibly a personal crime against him, not police related. Is Tommys murder connected to the other Bardstown unsolved cases? Its a disease of armchair sleuthing to see connections between everythingthe same kind of fallacy that produces complex and far-reaching conspiracy theories. Someone, perched on top of the stone cliff above him, fired a shotgun. Plus, you could smell bourbon everywhere. I also hope that the person(s) responsible for Crystals disappearance pay for their crime. Share Tommy Ballard's story with your own social network. The personal beating of Samantha is what keeps me from thinking it was somebody random, though I also can't hypothesize who would have had such an issue or contempt with the girl to beat her so badly before killing her. She was in college and could date anyone she wished to. That's an important bit that is often overlooked! KSP investigators are asking for the public's help identifying the occupants of the vehicle, which was seen near the Netherlands' home on April 21. Kathy and Samantha Netherland (d: April 21st, 2014) - mother and daughter were horrifically beat and murdered in their home. On May 25, 2013, Ellis, a husband and father of two young boys, clocked out of his shift at 2 a.m. and started his normal, 15-mile drive home on the Bluegrass Parkway. Her relatives do not seem to believe she was involved. Kathy Netherland was older and does not appear to have been his type. [PREVIOUS STORY: Vigil held for Nelson County murder victims as investigation goes on]. The driveway was reportedly dug up, as agents appeared to be zeroed in on the location. Kathy Netherland, 48, and her daughter, Samantha, 16, were killed inside their home on April 21, 2014. "And then I read it and me personally, I . Tommy Ballard had been shot in the chest while hunting with his grandson. So, my best friend is from the area and I lived there a couple of years. "Crystal was a very good girl. Cassie jo something. That October, Nick Houck was fired from the police forceor allegedly interfering with the investigation of Crystal Rogers disappearance,according to NBC affiliate WLEX. There has been gossip about the surviving daughter being involved, but I see no actual evidence of that. It definitely could have been someone known to them but so far I haven't seen a good suspect. The cop was killed in an ambush, and Crystals ex-boyfriends (the one who we all know killed her, no proof yet) brother is a cop and he told the ex-boyfriend that they were going to raid his property before it happened. Just 16 months later, while searching for answers, Crystal's father is murdered in cold blood. I'm innocent. Create your free profile and get access to exclusive content. In the absence of any arrests, Bardstowns bars and backstreets have pulsed with conspiracy theories trying to connect the dots between Bardstowns mysterious unsolved crimes. A seven-year veteran of the department and member of the K-9 unit, Ellis had just gotten off work and was driving home when he found a stack of freshly cut tree limbs blocking the road at his exit off the Bluegrass Parkway. They need new cases. They lived in a small, isolated neighborhood. Brooks told police, "My whole family's name is trashed for something completely not even tied to me. Boyfriend likely killed her, and his police officer brother helped dispose of the body. Oxygen did a 5 episode series on this and its interesting and thought provoking. Its striking to note that theres been so little progress in the investigation into the death of Officer Ellis. None, however, have led to any arrests. There is a lot of shady shit going on. 5 years later, nobody knows, The FBI has been offering a reward of up to $50,000, FBI said it is "offering up to a$25,000 reward, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. This is starting to get silly. The FBI has been offering a reward of up to $50,000 for information leading to arrests in Ellis' slaying. On the morning of November 19, authorities are called to a property near Bluegrass Parkway for a death investigation. I was actually told from the very beginning that it was no accident, Sherry Ballard said. This article was featured in the InsideHook newsletter. And the Kentucky State Police have brought two investigators out of retirement to help in the Ellis case. In 2017, Kentucky State Police hired former troopers to investigate the cases of both Rogers andJason Ellis, aBardstown police officerwho wasambushed in 2013and killedby at least two people. Uncovered is where the most passionate true crime enthusiasts can learn from and teach others. I could see those being connected. No, it's not. Her 16-year-old daughter Samantha was beaten in the head. (September 2022) Crystal Maria Rogers is an American woman from Bardstown, Kentucky who went missing on July 3, 2015. Complicating the investigation was that fact that Houcks brother Nick was an officer with the Bardstown Police. Ellis had signed off on the radio and was driving home when he encountered branches blocking the road on exit 34 of the Bluegrass Parkway in Bardstown, Kentucky. Copyright 2014 WAVE 3 News. Anyone with information is asked to call KSP Post 4 at (270) 766-5078 or email EllisCaseTips@ky.gov. Her daughter, Samantha, was a 16-year-old sophomore in high school. We would always get the chicken strip basket with the toast and gravy to go with it. The FBI reportedly said the residents of the property that investigators and construction equipment focused on had no connection to the case, and the federal agency said it will pay for any repairs to the property. A year later, mom and daughter, Kathy and Samantha Netherland, lost their lives inside their rural home, just outside of Bardstown. In a bizarre twist, on November 19, 2016, Crystals father, Tommy Ballard. There is something darker hiding behind the small-town charm and friendly waves, Noll told CrimeOnline. He pulls over, exits his car, and clears out the branches blocking the road. Unfortunately, the Ballard family went through a similar situation in 1982, when Tommys sister, Sherry Ballard, who was seven months pregnant at the time, was murdered by her then-husband, Edsel Eddie Barnes because he didnt want to pay child support. Bardstown Mystery: Four dead, one missing in 'the most beautiful small town in America' by Leigh Egan September 2, 2019 Tweet It's been called the most beautiful small town in America, but four unsolved murders and the disappearance of a beloved mother-of-five left an ugly stain on Bardstown, Kentucky. You can live there your whole life and not know many people. It was a savage double murderKathy had been shot several times, Samantha bludgeoned, and their throats slashed. Crystals father was with Crystals son when they were out hunting and her father was shot in the back. Despite such an incentive, the murders remain unsolved. [Feature Photo: Bardstown Police Chief Rick McCubbin via AP/Timothy D. Easley], WATCH LIVE: Murdaugh Family Murders Day 25: Closing Arguments, Murdaugh Family Murders: Jury Heads to Moselle, the Scene of the Crimes, Ghislaine Maxwells New Attorneys File Appeal of Sex Trafficking Conviction. Rogers wasnot known to go anywhere without her kids, according to the FBI. Year after year, tragedies struck this small town, Jessica Noll, investigate journalist and host of the hit podcast, Bardstown, told Nancy Grace during the latest Crime Stories episode. Kathy and Samantha seemed to be lovely women who should still be living their lives today. Did Tommy know too much? In season one, host Shay McAlister investigated five unsolved crimes in and around Bardstown, Ky. He took Exit 34, a narrow ramp bounded on either side by steep stone walls. Theres also a $200,000 reward. As he approaches exit 34 of the Bluegrass Parkway he notices a blockage in the road. You could have the information we need to desperately solve these cases.". (Family Photo) Tommy Ballard is killed on family property, Signs show up on the first anniversary of Tommy Ballard's death, Major Crystal Rogers update as FBI searches Bardstown farm linked to missing mom-of-5 seven years after she vanished | The US Sun, FBI searching farm in connection to KY woman who went missing in 2015 | News | WPSD Local 6, Timeline: The Disappearance of Crystal Rogers, FBI searching Bardstown farm in relation to Crystal Rogers case, FBI extends search for Crystal Rogers on Bardstown farm | whas11.com, FBI: Search on Houck family farm will continue for fourth day | whas11.com, 6 years later: Anniversary of Tommy Ballard's death follows 2nd FBI search in Crystal Rogers disappearance. Do you remember seeing any other vehicles on the road? Location where Tommy Ballard was shot and killed while hunting with his grandson. Its a real place, sits between Lebanon and Danville. According to Wayne County Sheriff Tim Catron a Bardstown, Ky. man has been arrested on a drug trafficking charge. Samantha had been beaten. She didn't receive an inheritance when her mother and sister were killed and the idea that she killed her remaining family (her father recently passed from cancer) because they supposedly didnt like her boyfriend doesnt seem like a real motive. (I think thats coincidental), all of these happened on or in fairly close proximity to the bluegrass parkway. Kentucky State Police believe the person or persons inside a black Chevrolet Impala seen traveling north on U.S. 150 from Botland into Bardstown on the night of the murders are responsible for the crimes. NELSON COUNTY, Ky. (WAVE) - It has been seven years since mother and daughter were brutally murdered in Nelson County in the small community of Botland. KSP still believes the person or persons inside a black Chevrolet Impala seen traveling north on U.S. 150 from Botland into Bardstown on the night of the murders know something or had something to do with the murders of the Netherlands. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. The other daughter was a person of interest because she was the only person who appeared to have had anything to gain from her mother and sisters death. Less than a year after Ellis's murder, there was a gruesome discovery at a home on Springfield Road in Bardstown. LOUISVILLE, KY. Another search is underway relating to the 2015 disappearance of Crystal Rogers in Bardstown, Kentucky. The following is just my opinion and are my personal theories only. Detectives found the pair brutally murdered. At first, its as if the wind carrying the scent from the distilleries lining the town perimeter makes you a little high. She was a widow and in photos she looked younger than her reported age of 48. Kinda like those 2 kids who made a video after killing their classmate. -, Press J to jump to the feed. Disappearance [ edit] At the time of her disappearance, the 35-year-old mother of five was living with her boyfriend, Brooks Houck, their two-year-old son, and her other children. Dig deeper into the stories you've heard before, and encounter many others you haven't, in ways that actually help. February 27, 2023 Eric Criswell Local News. They lived in a white tin-roofed home at 5120 Springfield Road outside Bardstown near the intersection of State Routes 150 and 605. But she was just a kid and her mom seemed like a lovely woman as well. Bardstown Murders and Mysteries: Brookelyn Farthing, Disappearance of Crystal Rogers 104: This is Much Bigger than Kentucky. Where the case stands today. In May 2017, the Kentucky State Police hired two retired troopers, specifically to aid in the investigations of the Bardstown killings. But theres never been any solid evidence that he was. The six episodes in the entire "Real Life Nightmare" series, which focuses on other mysterious cases, will be available on-demand the day after the broadcast premiere via cable/satellite systems. "She was nice to everyone she met. Ellis stopped, turned on his blue lights and got out of his cruiser to clear them. My opinion: Crystals disappearance is that this was a domestic violence situation that turned into murder. Though all occurred in Nelson County, that doesnt mean there is a real connection, save the seemingly obvious one between the disappearance of Crystal Rogers and her fathers death. If you have any information regarding Tommys case, please contact the FBI tip line at 1-800-CALLFBI. in the chest by an unknown gunmen while out hunting. Vanished-Crystal Rogers - True Crimecast (October 2018) Two true crime podcasters, John and Jamie, theorize about the Crystal Rogers case. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. If you have information related to the disappearance of Crystal Rogers, you can visit crystalrogerstaskforce.com,call the FBI tip line at 1-800-CALL-FBI,contact your local FBI officeor get in touch with the nearest American Embassy or Consulate. Kentucky State Police took the lead on the investigation right away. Bardstown PD, however, dismissed the groups claims, with then-police chief Rick McCubbin calling them a bunch of punks, and telling WAVE 3, They're trying to empower themselves by making that claim, intimidating people and using the fear factor that 'I'm so bad I killed a cop.. I am simply using him as an example. One reads: "Detectives say Brooks Houck killed Rogers". On the day after Easter 2014, 48-year-old Kathy Netherland and her 16-year-old daughter, Samantha, were brutally murdered inside their home in Botland, just outside the Bardstown city limits.. Check out never-before-seen content, free digital evidence kits, and much more! Kathy Netherland taught special education at Bardstown Elementary. "Pick up the phone, call the number. However i noticed one major difference in these murders. The tragic events began six years ago. It was as out-of-the-way and quiet a spot as you could imagine. In April 2014, nearly a year after Ellis murder, Bardstown was again rocked by the brutal double-homicide of 48-year-old Kathy Netherland and her 16-year-old daughter, Samantha. Jason Ellis. Houck was under suspicion immediately. Edit: Im an idiot and didnt realize where the link was from. The two share a home with their 2 year old son and Crystal's other children. 5 years later, nobody knows. I have read nothing to suggest that she was anything other than a typical college student. I'm innocent. Houck's brother, Nick, was a police officer with Bardstown Police at the time of Rogers' disappearance andwas fired after interfering in the investigation. Kathy Netherland, a special education teacher, and her 16-year-old daughter, Samantha, were found murdered in their home on April 21, 2014. A Welcome to Bardstown sign is unnecessary, though. "And I need closure. As often happens in so many crimes, its the man she was living with, Brooks Houck. Now You Can Nab Them on Sale. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. Sign up for InsideHook to get our best content delivered to your inbox every weekday. Houck and Rogers have a son together. Crystal Rogers [Handout]On July 2, 2015, Crystal Rogers, 35, vanished from her Bardstown home off of Glenview Drive. The FBI has been involved in both the police officer's shooting and the disappearance of the woman. with the Bardstown Police. "Pick up the phone, call the number. Crystal Rogers' mother hopes for closure with FBI investigation. Thanks for sharing. Crime News is your destination for true crime stories from around the world, breaking crime news, and information about Oxygen's original true crime shows and documentaries. The random frightens us. Tommy was married to Sherry and they had eight grandchildren. I hope they receive justice in the near future. Anyone who owns, had access to or knows someone who was operating a 2006 to 2013 model year Chevrolet Impala matching the photograph on April 21, 2014 should call Kentucky State Police at 270-766-5078. To kill a man in front of his young grandson, you must be an evil, cold-hearted person and I hope you burn for eternity in your own personal hell. He was a father of two daughters, Crystal, Brooke, and his son, Casey. That led to the police theory that he killed her and disposed of her body, possibly with the help of his police office brother. It was related to the still-unsolved murder of her father. It didnt even begin with Crystals mysterious disappearance in July 2015. They was stabbed, and one was shot. Could he have been targeted? There's a very good, well-researched article about these cases here that includes some other unsolved murders that have occurred in the area. Victims include a Bardstown police officer, an elementary school special education teacher, and her teenage daughter. BARDSTOWN, Ky. . If you have information related to the disappearance of Crystal Rogers, please call the FBI tip line at 1-800-CALL-FBI or visit www.crystalrogerstaskforce.com. An Amber Alert was released after police say Gray took his four children following the murder. When Bauer pressed him for details about how he knew it was gang initiation, he said, "Well, I know they was tortured. Her boyfriend, Brooks Houck, who lived with her, claimed innocence and said he had no clue what happened to Crystal. No arrests have been made in connection withRogers' disappearance. Mr. Ballard seems to have been a much loved son, brother, husband, father, and grandfather who was simply looking for answers about his daughter. Brant is a nephewof Bill Sheckles, Bardstowns mayor at the time according to WAVE 3. [] It's taking a lot of energy and effort. The department had its share of petty corruption but nothing that could b e linked to the murders. Officer Jason Ellis (d: May 25th, 2013) - ambushed and shot to death while returning home from duty. The Kentucky Standard reported in October 2015 that detectives believed hed killed Crystal during a fight. Lived in bardstown when all this was going down. While Holly was unable to confirm the inmate's claims, she said his theories about the gang initiation and trophies being taken from the crime scene were possible. In the case of Kathy I'm wondering if her daughters boyfriend was looked into at all. Submissions should outline a mystery and provide a link to a more detailed review of the case such as a Wiki article or news report. With a population of just over 14,000. and also boasts of being the Bourbon Capital of the World, due to the presence of six major whiskey distilleries in town. While police initially treated Ballards death as a possible hunting accident, it eventually became clear it wasnt. pic.twitter.com/CITH0yeQ8i. By 2013 Jason Ellis had been a police officer for about seven years. This new information has not been confirmed by law enforcement, but the Kentucky State Police say they are investigating the inmates claims. They need the FBI to get involved. A new visitor from the cityNashville to the south or Louisville to the northmight be forgiven for thinking theyre driving into nowhere. Noll, along with investigative reporter co-host Shay McAlister, of WHAS11 in Louisville, created Bardstown in an attempt to figure out if the crimes are connected. Although detectives considered Houck a suspect, he was never charged in connection with Crystals disappearance. It appears as though this murder was covered up by family members of the murderer. A bullet hit Ballard in his chest while he was out hunting. Victims include a Bardstown police officer, an elementary school special education teacher, and her teenage daughter. Hed been a baseball star in college, eventually turning pro and playing for a Cincinnati Reds Minor League club for a few years in the early 2000s. I definitely think it was all connected. Though just an hour south of the major metropolitan hub of Louisville, Bardstown, Kentucky, is a world away. It's okay to have differing opinions, I just hope they all get a resolution. Officer Ellis was discovered by a passing motorist. The Bardstown PD is a common denominator to all but the Netherland killings but the connections are vague. The father was killed because he was ruffling feathers too close to the caseI did find it weird that Crystal owned a dark colored impala and they were presumingly looking for a black impala in the mother/daugher murders. Their bodies were discovered by Kathys father on April 22 after she failed to show up for work at Bardstown Elementary School, where she worked as a special education teacher. Just heard about these murders, here are my thoughts: The murder of the mother and her 16 yr old daughter appears to be someone they know who absolutely had a personal vendetta against them. I ended thinking Crystals disappearance and the murders of Tommy Ballard and Jason Ellis are connected. He was a K-9 handler (narcotics dog) for the police department in addition to his patrol duties. And a little further north, It was never a hunting accident. In The Disappearance of Crystal Rogers docuseries, Sherry mentions that she believes that Tommy was getting close to information about who may be responsible for Crystals disappearance. Seems like almost everybody around knew her and everyone is still thinking of her. The Bardstown Netherland Murders Were A Gang Initiation, According To Anonymous Inmate When pressed for details about how he knew it was gang initiation, he said, "Well, I know they was tortured." By Aly Vander Hayden Bardstown Murders and Mysteries: Brookelyn Farthing 1:09 Preview "And I do have a lot of hope that this is where the investigation needs to be at and that they may be able to provide me answers this time," Ballard said. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. All I know about the boyfriend was that he was former military and her mother apparently disinvited him to their home for Thanksgiving. Published: Feb. 27, 2023 at 7:24 PM PST. I'm from Kentucky and know people in that area. Police suspect the driver of that car may have information about the case. The mother and daughter were found dead in their home on Springfield Road near Bardstown. When the sweet smell of bourbon fills the air, you know youve arrived. In the case of Officer Ellis (one of my pet cases) I rather doubt that his killer(s) would've jumped immediately onto the BG Parkway to egress the site or at least they wouldn't have if they were smart. 4. In March, 2018,the Kentucky House of Representatives and State Senate passed a resolutionhonoring the victims of the Bardstown Murders, urging witnesses to come forward. That's the type of person she was. When a region that has had virtually no murders suddenly has five unsolved murders in a short period, it is statistically unlikely that at least some are related. "That's not something we've ruled out either, that's a good possibility," said KSP Trooper Jeff Gregory. Create a free profile to get unlimited access to exclusive videos, breaking news, sweepstakes, and more! BARDSTOWN, KY (WAVE) - Graphic details of how a Nelson County mother and her teenage daughter were killed inside their home in April are now public. The day Tommy was killed. No one is certain there is a connection aside from location. The cut brush that Jason Ellis stopped to remove was not actually blocking traffic and other vehicles had driven right on past as I would have done that time of night. Police have yet to classify Ballards death as a homicide. 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