Overview of Undisclosed: Unfiltered 9.24.2026
In this weekly unfiltered episode, Rabia and Colin cover two major criminal cases drawing attention in the true-crime and legal communities: the ongoing trial of Caleb Flynn in the murder of his wife, Ashley Flynn, and the long-running wrongful-conviction fight of Charles McCrory, whose conviction was just overturned after bite-mark evidence was discredited. They also answer a listener question about the Hae Min Lee case and share a book recommendation, while reminding listeners that a new seven-episode deep-dive season is coming soon.
Caleb Flynn Trial: Ashley Flynn Murder Case
What the case is about
Caleb Flynn, a former American Idol contestant and church musician, is on trial for the February 2026 murder of his wife, Ashley Flynn, an elementary school teacher and volleyball coach. Prosecutors say he staged an intruder/burglary scene after shooting her in the head while she slept.
Why prosecutors say the scene was staged
- Caleb called 911 around 2:30 a.m. claiming an intruder broke in and shot Ashley.
- Investigators say the garage-door/entry damage looked manufactured, not like a real forced entry.
- No tool marks, shoe impressions, or other signs of a true break-in were found.
- Ashley appeared to have been asleep when killed, with no defensive wounds.
- The murder weapon has not been recovered, but investigators believe it was a missing 9mm handgun Caleb kept in his truck.
Evidence highlighted at trial
- Prosecutors say they recovered about 100,000 text messages between Caleb and his alleged mistress, Aaliyah Botner.
- Those messages reportedly include highly incriminating statements about wanting to kill Ashley and being “free” after the murder.
- Caleb’s Apple Watch/phone data allegedly contradict his claim that he was asleep at the time of the killing.
- Ashley had a $100,000 life insurance policy with Caleb as beneficiary.
- The family’s dogs did not alert to any intruder, weakening the burglary narrative.
Defense position
- The defense argues the case is circumstantial and that investigators focused on Caleb too early.
- They emphasize the lack of a murder weapon, eyewitnesses, or direct forensic evidence tying him to the shooting.
- Their theme is essentially “bad husband, not necessarily murderer.”
Rabia and Colin’s take
Both hosts view the prosecution’s case as extremely strong, even though it is circumstantial. Their discussion centers on why a person in Caleb’s position would plead not guilty and take the case to trial despite the volume of incriminating evidence.
Charles McCrory Conviction Reversed
Background
Colin discussed a 1985 Alabama murder case in which Charles McCrory was convicted of killing his estranged wife, Julie Bonds, after a case built largely on bite-mark evidence.
What happened
- Julie was found dead in her home after being attacked with severe blunt and puncture injuries.
- A red bandana found near the body suggested a possible alternate suspect, but that evidence was lost and never tested.
- The case was eventually prosecuted not by the state, but by private attorneys hired by the victim’s family.
Why the conviction was overturned
- A forensic dentist originally testified that marks on Julie’s arm were bite marks matching McCrory’s teeth.
- That expert later recanted.
- Two newer forensic dentists concluded the marks were not bite marks at all.
- A federal district judge in Alabama recently granted habeas relief, overturning the conviction based on now-discredited science.
Key takeaway
The hosts used this case to illustrate how convictions built on old forensic techniques can fall apart when the underlying science is later rejected.
Listener Question: Hae Min Lee’s Shoes
Rabia answered a listener question about why Hae Min Lee was found barefoot.
Main points
- Her shoes were recovered in her car, including her black heels.
- Rabia and Colin agree Hae was likely killed somewhere else, then her body was moved to the burial site.
- The barefoot condition supports the theory that her shoes were removed or left behind during the killing/dumping process, not that she was walking around without them.
- They note some uncertainty remains about the exact location of the shoes in the car, but the bigger point is that the physical evidence suggests movement after death.
Other Updates and Recommendations
Upcoming season
- The hosts said they are just under two weeks away from launching a new seven-episode deep-dive series.
- Colin mentioned he has already drafted several episodes and that the season is shaping up well.
Book recommendation
Colin recommended Death in Verse by Julie Liu, describing it as:
- a fantasy murder mystery,
- twisty and fun,
- and thematically rich, touching on identity, ideology, war, and power.
Community and Patreon reminder
Rabia also reminded listeners that:
- questions are typically answered in monthly Patreon bonus episodes,
- early releases and extra content are available there,
- and listeners can send voice notes or follow the show on social platforms.
Bottom Line
This episode blends current true-crime commentary with legal analysis and a listener Q&A:
- the Flynn trial is presented as a highly incriminating circumstantial case built on texts, digital data, and a staged-crime-scene theory;
- the McCrory case is a clear example of a conviction collapsing once forensic science is re-evaluated;
- and the Hae Min Lee discussion reinforces the hosts’ long-held view that the body was moved and the shoes were likely left in the car.