Forensic Files

Episode 312

Sword and Scale

  • Aug 13, 2025
  • 1:09:42
  • Full Episode
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In July 2024, sanitation workers were completing their usual trash route at the abandoned Mother Goose Land amusement park in Canton, Ohio. While emptying the barrels, they uncovered a horrifying sight after noticing a human limb protruding from a bedsheet covered in flies. When authorities arrived, they were unable to identify the body due to severe blunt-force trauma to the victim’s face. Investigators worked quickly to connect the dots and were led to Sean Goe - a 26-year-old aspiring rapper who had fled from police just hours before…<br /><br />Get instant access to all episodes, including premium unreleased episodes, commercial-free at swordandscale.com

Brief Summary

Rachel Sheridan's disappearance leads to the discovery of her murder, implicating her boyfriend Sean Goh, who is later convicted.

Key points

  • Rachel's Disappearance. Rachel Sheridan goes missing, prompting her mother to seek help.
  • The Search for Sean. After fleeing from police, Sean Goh becomes a suspect in Rachel's disappearance.
  • A Disturbing Discovery. Investigators find troubling evidence in Rachel's Jeep, raising alarm about her safety.
  • Sean Goh's Arrest. Sean Goh was taken into custody without a fight, marking a significant turn in the case.
  • Discovery of Rachel's Body. A sanitation crew discovers a body wrapped in a blood-soaked sheet, leading to a police investigation.
  • Evidence Found in Apartment. A neighbor discovers blood-stained clothing and a hammer in Rachel's apartment, crucial for the case.

Tension

85/ 100High tension

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