Samantha had been bludgeoned with her throat slit, while Kathy was shot numerous times. FBI agents were searching a farm Monday morning connected to the man Rogers was in a relationship with at the time of her disappearance. Their only possible clue was a black Chevrolet Impala, which had been filmed near the crime scene on April 21, 2014, the night of the murder. Detectives found the pair brutally murdered. I have read nothing to suggest that she was anything other than a typical college student. I honestly don't know the situation in Bardstown but lets say that these murders are all connected. Rogers was datingBrooks Houck, an initial suspect, who is the father of one of her sons. A 35 year old woman named Crystal Rogers went missing from Bardstown, Kentucky back in 2015. I'm from Kentucky and know people in that area. Officer Ellis was driving home late that night in his cruiser when he stopped on Exit 34 of the Bluegrass Parkway to clear brush from the road. 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 grew up in Kentucky, about an hour away from Bardstown. Regarding the thought of finally finding out what happened to her daughter, Ballard said, "I want it, but its going to be so hard for me. On the first anniversary of the murders, the Netherland family increased the reward for information about the killings from $2,500 to $50,000. "That's not something we've ruled out either, that's a good possibility," said KSP Trooper Jeff Gregory. There has been a string of unsolved murders and an unsolved disappearance in Nelson County. It was a savage double murderKathy had been shot several times, Samantha bludgeoned, and their throats slashed. Complicating the investigation was that fact that Houcks brother. Could I be wrong? 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. 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. Published: Feb. 27, 2023 at 7:24 PM PST. 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. It was the sort of town a young man or woman visits and finds themselves wondering what was so great about the big city, anyway. I know that they were tied to their chairs. On Monday, a search was being conducted at a farm at 345 Paschal Ballard Lane. He believed he was being followed prior to his death, and even installed a camera in his truck to catch anyone on his tail. with the Bardstown Police. Troopers released a photo of the suspect vehicle taken from video surveillance. Oxygen Insider is your all-access pass to never-before-seen content, free digital evidence kits, and much more! The first killing to send shock waves through the community was. Details: On July 5, 2015, Crystal Rogers was reported missing by her mother, after she had not been seen or heard from since the evening of July 3, 2015. Theres also a $200,000 reward. 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. BARDSTOWN, Ky. (WAVE) - In a matter of five days, there were some big development in connection to a 2016 Bardstown murder. A cop on a small-town police force and an elementary school teacher and her teen daughter are among the most unlikely of unlikely victims. A year later, mom and daughter, Kathy and Samantha Netherland, lost their lives inside their rural home, just outside of Bardstown. Now You Can Nab Them on Sale. City officials held an administrative hearing on Nick Houck's actions and fired him a day later. During the summer of 2020, the FBI took over from Kentucky State Police and the Nelson County Sheriff's Office as the lead investigator inthe case, with over 150 federal agentsservingsearch warrants in August 2020 atthree sites owned by Houck and his family members. So, my best friend is from the area and I lived there a couple of years. They lived in a white tin-roofed home at 5120 Springfield Road outside Bardstown near the intersection of State Routes 150 and 605. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Police said the Netherlands were murdered around 8 p.m. on the evening of Monday, April 21 at their home in Nelson County's Botland community. I mean, that would explain why they didn't get a call off because I know my mom always had a phone in her hand. I can't just hide that. Kentucky State Police took the lead on the investigation right away. I always wonder what my life would be like if she and my papaw was still here.". Hed twice received a Governors Award and in 2008 was Officer of the Year. 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. ), If you have information related to the murder of Tommy Ballard, call 1-800-Call-FBI or submit a tip at- https://www.fbi.gov/wanted/seeking-info/tommy-ballard. The killer sets up the ambush and Officer Ellis stops to remove the debris from the roadway, and the killer opens fire, killing him. This is starting to get silly. Kathy, a widow, was a special education teacher. On the morning of April 22, 2014, Kentucky State Troopers found the mother and daughter dead at their home. There is a person of interest in Crystals case. However i noticed one major difference in these murders. Her kids need closure, but to physically hear it, its going to be so hard on us.". 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. That October, Nick Houck was fired from the police forceor allegedly interfering with the investigation of Crystal Rogers disappearance,according to NBC affiliate WLEX. Bardstown Unsolved Murders. Kathy Netherland taught special education at Bardstown Elementary. Approximately 150 miles away in a small town similar to many in the Tri-County, five murders are unsolved, one with a connection to the Tri-County. As for Tommy, i think its true that the culprit didn't want more attention to Crystal's disappearance, and which means Crystal is nearby apart from her condition, alive or dead. To further investigate the inmate's claims, Bauer and retired homicide detective Dwayne Stanton met with Kathy's daughter and Samantha's sister, Holly Netherland Williams. You can live there your whole life and not know many people. Ellis was hit multiple times and died on the side of the road. As a previous "higher-up" member in unspecified "organizations," the inmate told Bauer that many people confided in him about criminal activity, including the details of Rogers' disappearance as well as two other unsolved murders in Bardstown, Kentucky the fatal shooting of 33-year-old Bardstown Police Officer Jason Ellis and the double . Though just an hour south of the major metropolitan hub of Louisville, Bardstown, Kentucky, is a world away. Its 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. "This is one of those things that I'm not comfortable talking about. 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. Then again, I couldnt determine whether he was even on the force in 2013. Bardstown Fire Chief Billy Mattingly saidthe house may have been set on fire by disgruntled employees who worked for Brooks Houck. Despite these accusations, neither Houck brother has ever been charged with any crimes related to the disappearance of Crystal Rogers, which they both deny any involvement in. How they died is not one of the main things I want to think about.". Check out never-before-seen content, free digital evidence kits, and much more! Link your TV provider to stream full episodes and live TV. The parkway would've been an otherwise very empty road that late at night and almost any vehicle seen on that road between Bardstown and, say Lawrenceburg could've been possibly considered suspect at the time. She even let a friend stay with her because (the friend) didn't have a place to go. The latest docu-series on Rogers is aired at 9 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 14 of last year, on HLN as part of the first episode of season threeof thepopular "Real Life Nightmare.". Prior to the rash of unsolved high-profile murders, the counties around Bardstown were home to The Cornbread Mafia, rural farmers turned drug traffickers, who at their peak ran the largest marijuana production operation in the United States. Did Tommy know too much? Police said the Netherlands were murdered around 8 p.m. on the evening of Monday, April 21 at their home in Nelson County's Botland community. There were no witnesses, and no arrests have been made in connection with the fatal shooting. There was also gossip that Kathy taught Jason Ellis son at Bardstown Elementary School. The similarities between his murder and the murder of Jason have been noted. Get an all-access pass to never-before-seen content, free digital evidence kits, and much more! Tommy's family announces reward of $20,000. The Kentucky Standard reported in October 2015 that detectives believed hed killed Crystal during a fight. Sign up for InsideHook to get our best content delivered to your inbox every weekday. You may also contact your local FBI office, or the nearest American Embassy or Consulate. It is a sad, but an almost daily occurrence in the US. It definitely could have been someone known to them but so far I haven't seen a good suspect. Samantha Netherland was a sophomore at Bardstown High School. Tommys death shocked the Bardstown community, which was still reeling from three other unsolved cases: the murder of Bardstown Police Officer Jason Ellis on May 25, 2013, the double homicide of Kathy and Samantha Netherland on April 21, 2014, and Tommys daughter, Crystal who went missing on July 3, 2015. 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. He was not a serious threat to local drug dealers but he could have made enemies. But the 2017 search wasnt directly related to Crystals disappearance. Victims include a Bardstown police officer, an elementary school special education teacher, and her teenage daughter. [] It's taking a lot of energy and effort. They lived in a small, isolated neighborhood. Follow Season three, "Beyond Bardstown: Unsolved," is coming Monday, Oct. 17. 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. He might have been murdered in hopes that the investigation of Chrystals case would fade away if he wasnt constantly raising the issue but it seems more likely to me that killing him would only increase the pressure to solve her case. Houck has denied involvement with Rogers'disappearance and has never been charged. Edit: Im an idiot and didnt realize where the link was from. The crimes left a long-lasting effect on Bardstown. At least one state investigator expressed to a reported that he was concerned that the murder may have involved someone in Law Enforcement. It appears as though this murder was covered up by family members of the murderer. Crystal Rogers' mother, Sherry Ballard, hopes that the current FBI investigation in a Bardstown neighborhood may finally yield closure for her and family. On the morning of November 19, authorities are called to a property near Bluegrass Parkway for a death investigation. Bardstown today has more than doubled in population, and the shadows have grown deeper. Tommy was married to Sherry and they had eight grandchildren. More telling than that: Investigators reportedly found a blanket with small traces of blood in the trunk of Nicks police cruiser. Despite these accusations, neither Houck brother has ever been charged with any crimes related to the disappearance of Crystal Rogers, which they both deny any involvement in. Its a disease of armchair sleuthing to see connections between everythingthe same kind of fallacy that produces complex and far-reaching conspiracy theories. Details: Kathy Netherland, 48, and her daughter, Samantha, 16, were killed inside their home on April 21, 2014. "Pick up the phone, call the number. Trees crowd both sides of the road, lush green walls that grow denser as you go. That's the type of person she was. I'm innocent. Our hope in telling their stories is that the right person hears it and is compelled to finally come forward., The community, the victims, the families deserve justice.. He did make drug arrests that followed traffic stops but they were hardly a significant busts. Otherwise, it remains unsolved as of January 2018. Murder Victim Bardstown, Kentucky May 25, 2013. This subreddit is about unsolved mysteries. Do You Have Any? 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. At first, its as if the wind carrying the scent from the distilleries lining the town perimeter makes you a little high. She suffered more extensive injuries than her mother but it was apparently that their assailant wanted both of them dead. Indiana true crime podcasters Ashley and Brit examine three mysterious murders and disappearances in Bardstown, Kentucky that they think may be related, including those of Crystal Rogers and her father. As he approaches exit 34 of the Bluegrass Parkway he notices a blockage in the road. Since my moms been missing, life has been really hard. Curious About J.Crews Viral Giant-Fit Chinos? 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. Crystal Rogers' mom speaks out: As FBI searches Bardstown subdivision, Sherry Ballard hopes for 'answers this time'. And awesome. I agree that it would be easier if they were all related, but I don't think they are. Last year, the FBI tore up a driveway in a subdivision of Bardstown whileconducting "several searches" related to the disappearance ofRogers. She would have had [a cellphone].". However, a few months before the shooting, Tommy told his wife, Sherry, that he felt like someone was following him. There is something darker hiding behind the small-town charm and friendly waves, Noll told CrimeOnline. I could see those being connected. Then on November 19, while he was out hunting on his rural property very early in the morning, a shot rang out. She went on to say her husband Tommy "was never going to give up for my daughter, and he was going to push, and I think people knew that. I was actually told from the very beginning that it was no accident, Sherry Ballard said. I say the police are involved. 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. Ballard's grandson, who was with him during the trip,was not responsible for Ballard's death, Kentucky State Police detectives later said. Absolutely. He took Exit 34, a narrow ramp bounded on either side by steep stone walls. The Kathy and Samantha murder, don't you think this one is so f-ing brutal ? This is starting to get silly. Reach Billy Kobin at bkobin@courierjournal.com. [PREVIOUS STORY: Black Chevy Impala is suspect vehicle in Nelson Co. murders, says KSP]. [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. 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 To ensure the safety of the public, he got out of his vehicle to clear the branches. By 7:54 AM, authorities were called to the 1400 block of Ed Brent Road for a death investigation. Its striking to note that theres been so little progress in the investigation into the death of Officer Ellis. Seems like almost everybody around knew her and everyone is still thinking of her. Her car was found on the side of a busy parkway with a flat tire, keys, wallet and phone still inside. 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. I definitely think it was all connected. The police force is corrupt too. That was disapproved by her family and Samantha also didnt babysit for the Ellis family, that was untrue gossip and hearsay. Just 16 months later, while searching for answers, Crystal's father is murdered in cold blood. I suspect that one or more people murdered Jason to solve a problem and Chrystal and her father were murdered by the same to solve perhaps different problems. in Cincinnati, Ellis was fatally shot multiple times with a 12-gauge shotgun. [PREVIOUS STORY: Friend of murdered teacher says she 'loved her daughters more than anything']. They also examine how the brutal, unsolved murders have impacted the small town, population 13,165. Construction LLC, was a member of St. Thomas Catholic Church. Father of missing woman is killed while hunting with his grandson. Their dead bodies were discovered by Kathys father after she failed to show up for work at Bardstown Elementary School, where she worked as a special education teacher, according to WDRB. Officer Jason Ellis (d: May 25th, 2013) - ambushed and shot to death while returning home from duty. All rights reserved. Any nightmares I had in Bardstown were just inside my head, not hovering in the shadows under the trees crowding the highway. Morning:Kathy and Samantha Netherland are killed. 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. As often happens in so many crimes, its the man she was living with, Brooks Houck. FBI spokeswoman Katie Anderson told The Courier Journal in October 2021 the agency had "nothing new to share on the Crystal Rogers investigation.". Were you traveling on Bluegrass Highway between mile markers 21 and 25 on November 19, 2016, before 7:30 am? I say the police are involved. Details: After his daughter, Crystal Rogers, disappeared in July 2015, Tommy Ballard created Team Crystal, a group of Bardstown, Kentucky, community members dedicated to finding Crystal and bringing her home. Crystal Rogers' disappearance featured on HLN Investigations, The 2015 disappearance of Crystal Rogers of Bardstown is the topic of the season premiere of HLN's "Real Life Nightmare." "There's people in the community that have information but they're afraid to come forward,", . 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. In 2019, ahome being builtby Brooks Houckwas burned down inwhat city officials said was anarson case. Her car was found abandoned on the Bluegrass Parkwaywith her keys, phone and purse still inside. Link your TV provider to stream full episodes and live TV. Create a free profile to get unlimited access to exclusive videos, breaking news, sweepstakes, and more! My opinion: Crystals disappearance is that this was a domestic violence situation that turned into murder. I'm innocent. Their bodies were discovered by a family member. To learn more about the Netherlands and the search for Crystal Rogers, watch"The Disappearance of Crystal Rogers" on Oxygen. After her family does not hear from Crystal, Sherry Ballard reports her daughter missing to the Bardstown police. I hope they receive justice in the near future. They was stabbed, and one was shot. Outerknowns Top-Rated Blanket Shirt Is on Sale at Huckberry, Shibui Will Make You Rethink Japanese Whisky (In a Good Way), 17 Black-Owned Clothing Brands and Designers That Every Stylish Man Should Know, Heres Why You Should Consider Skipping Your Next Inflight Meal. It's possible you might have heard it on my podcast, Unresolved. This, to me, is starting to get silly.". You could have the information we need to desperately solve these cases.". [] I can't even go on the side of the road without looking like a murderer. Could he have been targeted? He was a K-9 handler (narcotics dog) for the police department in addition to his patrol duties. A policeman, as a public safety officer, could reasonably be expected to stop. Kinda like those 2 kids who made a video after killing their classmate. In season one, host Shay McAlister investigated five unsolved crimes in and around Bardstown, Ky. Create your free profile and get access to exclusive content. Crystal, her father, and officer Ellis were killed near some sort of highway. Security footage near the Netherlander home captures a black Chevy Impala that could be connected to the murders. Michael Wayne Unseld was shot and killed above what used to be the Broke Tee Nite Club in Bardstown in 2016. 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