31 episodes

In season two, we bring you coverage from the State of Georgia v. Marcus Lillard trial. He is charged with felony murder, aggravated assault, involuntary manslaughter, and reckless conduct.

From opening arguments to closing statements, the State contends that Marcus Lillard had a history of strangling women during sex and did strangle his girlfriend Marianne Shockley on Mother’s Day 2019, causing her death. They further argue that his conduct was reckless by not calling 911 for nearly two hours.

The defense purports that there is no evidence that sex took place that night, and if it did, there is no evidence that it was caused by Marcus Lillard. Hear all of the evidence and testimony from the trial and decide for yourself if Marcus Lillard is guilty or not guilty.

Blood Town Penny Dearmin

    • True Crime
    • 2.9 • 113 Ratings

In season two, we bring you coverage from the State of Georgia v. Marcus Lillard trial. He is charged with felony murder, aggravated assault, involuntary manslaughter, and reckless conduct.

From opening arguments to closing statements, the State contends that Marcus Lillard had a history of strangling women during sex and did strangle his girlfriend Marianne Shockley on Mother’s Day 2019, causing her death. They further argue that his conduct was reckless by not calling 911 for nearly two hours.

The defense purports that there is no evidence that sex took place that night, and if it did, there is no evidence that it was caused by Marcus Lillard. Hear all of the evidence and testimony from the trial and decide for yourself if Marcus Lillard is guilty or not guilty.

    Blood Town on Trial

    Blood Town on Trial

    State of Georgia vs. Marcus Lillard begins with jury selection and opening statements by the prosecution and defense. Lillard is charged with murdering Marianne Shockley and not seeking emergency medical treatment for her. He pleads not guilty to felony murder, aggravated assault, involuntary manslaughter, and reckless conduct.
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    Editing and sound design by Engin Hassan.
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    • 42 min
    Still on Earth

    Still on Earth

    We play the 911 call Clark Heindel placed at 1:06 AM, as well as body cam footage with Marcus Lillard. Hear from Marianne Shockley's sister about her legacy and Mother’s Day 2019.
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    • 39 min
    Nowhere to be Seen

    Nowhere to be Seen

    Crime scene photos and evidence show disarray with a broken bracelet, glasses, and unknown drinks around the pool deck. The GBI searched the woods but did not find any evidence of tools that could have been used to conceal Marianne’s death. Two respiratory therapists and an EMT testify about calls, messages, and texts received from Marcus Lillard into the early morning hours of Mother’s Day.
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    • 44 min
    Sunday Night Stoner Parties

    Sunday Night Stoner Parties

    We hear a voicemail left on the night of Marianne Shockley’s death. The coroner testifies as an expert and she explains the cause and manner of death. Warning: this episode is graphic in nature and may be disturbing to some listeners. 
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    • 31 min
    It's Close to That

    It's Close to That

    A surprise letter written by Marianne Shockley is introduced while a witness provides a little comedic relief in this serious case. We hear Marcus's theory about how Marianne died and toxicology results for Marcus Lillard. Carson talks about Clark Heindel and his father Marcus.  
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    • 36 min
    You Did What Now?

    You Did What Now?

    GBI Agent Michael Maybin shows videos of Marianne Shockley and Marcus Lillard just before the fateful night at Clark Heindel’s house. We hear Maybin’s first interview with Marcus on Mother’s Day at 6:55 AM. There’s another 911 call, scratches and marks on Marcus, and the State draws attention to his response upon hearing of Clark’s suicide. 
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    • 32 min

Customer Reviews

2.9 out of 5
113 Ratings

113 Ratings

cpaine430 ,

Great story

If someone else was speaking I would have enjoyed it so much more. The host voice drives me crazy, there is one tone and it’s like she is just reading line by line not telling a story

Emberdreagon ,

Wanted to hear about a murder

This is the most boring podcast I have ever listened to. I’m 6 episodes in and all I know is Ms Shockly was killed. Everything else is a history of “Bloodtown.” Don’t waste your time.

Tracey Hawthorne ,

Painful

The story is good but nothing is really happening.
It is told in a super boring, monotone way. Host is just reading off of a piece of paper to the listener 99% of the time which lost my attention after 4-5 few episodes in.

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