Grip Tape
02 July 2023
It was a cool fall morning in Medford, Oregon when police picked up three young runaways by the side of the road.19-year-old Gavin MacFarlane, a high school dropout, his girlfriend, 15-year-old Ellen Friar, and their mutual friend 22-year-old, Russell Pierce Jones II, a young man with a criminal record and a history of mental illness.From the back of the police cruiser, Russell made cryptic comments about being the couple’s “protector.” Ellen and Gavin claimed they’d run away because Ellen’s parents disapproved of their age difference; back at home, Ellen’s younger sisters had a very different story to tell.How to support:For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes -Go to - PatreonHow to connect:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterPlease check out our sponsors and help support the podcast:Zocdoc - Go to zocdoc.com/MADNESS and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then find and book a top-rated doctor today. Many are available within 24 hours.Better Help - This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp - Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/MADNESS and get on your way to being your best self.Babbel - Get up to 55% off your subscription when you go to babbel.com/MadnessPDS Debt - PDS DEBT is offering free debt analysis to our listeners just for completing the quick and easy debt assessment at www.PDSDebt.com/madVessi - Click vessi.com/MADNESS and use code MADNESS for 15% off your entire order! Free shipping to CA, US, AU,JP, TW,KR, SGHello Fresh - Go to HelloFresh.com/madness50 and use code madness50 for 50% off, plus your first box ships free!Manly Bands - There's no better time to invest in a Manly Bands wedding ring than right now. We're offering a 25% discount on all wedding rings at ManlyBands.com with code MADNESS.Rocket Money - Stop throwing your money away. Cancel unwanted subscriptions and manage your expenses the easy way by going to RocketMoney.com/minds CrimeCon Appearances:Join us in London (June 10 - 11) or in Orlando (September 22 - 24). And don't forget to quote "MADNESS" to claim your discount.CrimeCon UK - https://www.crimecon.co.ukCrimeCon US - https://www.crimecon.comFeatured Podcast:Klooghless - https://evergreenpodcasts.com/klooghless Research & Writing:Matt SnellEditing:Aiden WolfSources:Circle Youth Ministries (Official Website)Facebook: April 7, 2016 post by Medford Police re: Det. Stephanie SmithFacebook: Ellen Friar personal profileFacebook: Gavin MacFarlane personal profileFacebook: Mike Smith (Russell Jones) personal profileKOBI-TV NBC5 Medford: Final co-conspirator sentenced in Aaron Friar murder caseKOBI-TV NBC5 Medford: Medford murder investigation continuesKOBI-TV NBC5 Medford: Medford police investigating possible homicideKOBI-TV NBC5 Medford: “Nothing will bring him back,” Murder victim’s sister pleads for trial to begin 4 years after his violent deathKTVL: Friends remember Aaron Friar after his deathKTVL: Homicide investigation underway in MedfordMail Tribune: Man admits to beating girlfriend's father to deathMail Tribune: Man sentenced in connection with beating deathMail Tribune: Police say daughter conspired with boyfriend in killingWikipedia: Medford, Oregon Youth Symphony of Southern Oregon: Spring 2016 Concert SeriesYouTube: Ellen Friar's full statement at her sentencing hearingYouTube: Friend of accused Aaron Friar killer speaks outYouTube: Medford teenager sentenced in plot to murder fatherYouTube: Explore with Us—The Craziest Interrogation You’ll Ever See
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