The courage of the other hikers to stay on the trail to help seek out that monster and bring him to justice actually made me tear up. Jeff and Molly sounded like lovely people.
Exactly ,I'm so very very sorry for what happen to Jeff and Molly because they were attacked by the worst kind of monster and I commend the other hikers that wanted to stop that monster .
everytime I watch these serial murder stories make me realize that sadly the world is full of so unbalanced opposite mind of human being. Some are like those hikers who helped and molly's dad who are achieving so higher level of understanding of the humanity on good side, and the others are like this murderer, who never have chance or develop to even understand the beauty of the world.
Yep.. I tell people the same thing all the time… Because in countless years of being alone in the woods, the only animal I ever had any problem with was a human. Changed the way I viewed things real quick.. Bears leave you alone, so does everything else.. but “that guy” ? Nah.. that’s a straight up predator. 😖😖 awful.
It's tragic, but it is also necessary in order for this content to be made. Start saying "Thank you" to these victims rather than wishing their deaths never happened.
Its always crazy to me when people try to blame drugs on their crime. As someone with more than one personality disorder & a life time of experience self medicating with drugs & alcohol, it is true that someone who is aggressive may become violent when using, you don't randomly rape & murder people.
THIS! Spent over a decade on mostly opioids and other prescription uppers and downers but also, cocaine & heroin. Never once had the urge or psychotic break that the defense was stating that monster had! Not saying it can't happen but facts are this guy's liked killing others, he liked to take from them what he lacked... A soul. Rest together, Jeff and Molly. I wish I could've met you both. What wonderful people you were and the kind this world has so little of it seems...😢
My psychosis always only made me fear, not violent - i have an anxiety disorder - all it does is amplify your inner nature. You don't get drunk and cheat accidentally, you're a cheater who lost their inhibitions. This guy, lost his and that was his true nature. Hope he rots.
I was brought to tears with this story ..Jeff and Molly died together and Mollys father was forgiving which is the hardest thing to do ..they were loved so much by their families. It Ass beautiful their family finished the couples hike and Molly’s father self published her book to keep their memory alive 😢 my heart goes out to their friends and family ..Rest In Peace Jeff and Molly ❤
30:15 That red/blue/yellow book... back in 1999 when I was in grade 7 we saw a film (an old school film, like on a reel) in class with the exact same premise. Except the colours may have been different, I think it was blue green and red. It was made in the 70s probably. I think no publishers would agree to publish the work because that idea is straight up stolen. Not publishing a book because of how the writer died... that doesnt seem like something that would happen.
This type of violence is beyond awful because the act of hiking in the woods with just yourself and maybe your dog is one of the most amazing experiences that i wish everyone could get to experience. You become so aware of your senses. Something that can only be experienced hiking by yourself.
I cant imagine how people can do something so extreme n then continue living for years n years refusing to give an explanation of how it all went down. Crazy ass world we live in. Thankful to have ur videos n ur wonderful voice
I've been a true crime enthusiast for years & have watched many different docos. But I have to say that "This is Monsters" is the best channel & the narrator, Jiles, is wonderful to listen to. Jiles, your true crime stories (while horrific) are very interesting ••• I could listen to your voice for hours! Please, keep up the excellent work! Kindest regards from Australia 🇦🇺
There is a difference between "animals of prey" and this monster. Animals of prey are not evil; they're simply moved by instinct and the need to eat in order to survive.
Oh my goodness, this one had me sobbing on my way to work. I love how you gave time to talk about them as individuals, their passions and their loving family and friends.
Honestly, I've been solo hiking but never unarmed. If It felt like I was too close to others, I would "disappear" I remember sleeping in a tree several times to avoid prying eyes. They didn't see me, I watched them. What's terrifying is these two completely trusted him.
I try to avoid people because i know I'm armed and don't want people thinking I'm being aggressive. They're just day hiking but I'm sleeping in the wilderness. Different mentalities.
30:15 That red/blue/yellow book... back in 1999 when I was in grade 7 we saw a film (an old school film, like on a reel) in class with the exact same premise. Except the colours may have been different, I think it was blue green and red. It was made in the 70s probably. I think no publishers would agree to publish the work because that idea is straight up stolen. Not publishing a book because of how the writer died... that doesnt seem like something that would happen.
@@amazonmandy That was his daughter. She meant nothing to you beyond some guilty pleasure viewing on TH-cam. Who are you to say what he has a right to do or not do with regard to his late daughter?
Our close friend hiked the trail after the killer was captured in the early 90’s. We we’re still terrified that something would happen to him because he hiked the whole trail alone but he fared well. I know he met with hikers who pointed out the journal entries the couple made. He made a point to look for their monikers afterwards. Thanks for covering this- we’re from Mass and I can tell you after hiking with this friend in the White Mountains of NH that I’m not cut out for this activity. It’s definitely god’s country though- breathtaking doesn’t begin to describe it’s beauty-especially up North. ❤J&M
My parents worked with a couple of people who were also murdered on the AT, in 1981. My mum said that they had gone on the trail and then they never came back and she and my dad didn’t know what had happened to them for some time. Their names were Robert Mountford and Laura Ramsay.
After me and my wife graduated college and before Grad school in 94' we tried with another couple to hike as much of the trail as we could but only lasted about 2 weeks and a little bit of it done.I can tell you I would have never done it without a gun,it's too remote at some points and we usually got off the trail to sleep so no way would I do it unarmed.
No one is banning guns you conservative oink. They are banning assault weapons. And instituting background checks. But without lying, your agenda falls apart so...
I live here too, and although it's beautiful, I'll never understand the appeal of the trail. Living here... you know how the mountains feel at night. Lord.
@@waifunekofiaa3322 lol I LOVE hiking and camping and have done it alone many times - although in the Canadian Rocky Mountains (where we don't have guns)
Jiles, THIS STORY HITS VERY CLOSE TO HOME 😳. I LIVE ONLY 5 miles from Springer Mountain. I have walked that trail as a kid. Even at that time it give me this strong UNEASY feeling. I WILL NOT EVER GO UP IT AGAIN!! It’s one of those thing you just can’t shake off. Like GARY MICHAEL HILTON, National Park killer, you did a story about. That happened 5 minutes from my house. I get chills when I go around that area. Grow up here all my life, all we worried about was bootleggers and moonshiners. This tells you times have changed. I would like to Thank You for doing such a great job telling us all about MONSTERS!! Even though they are in our backyard.
Jiles you are the MAN. There's just something about your voice and how you articulate the story. Itsso nice to finally put a face to the voice i been listening too. Thank you and heres to season 12!
This is one of the saddest stories I've heard and my heart breaks for the families - finishing the trail and having others join them who were inspired by them must of been the most spiritual experience.... I am so glad at least she got that... to feel close to Jeff & Molly one final time 💔
The father's words brought a tear to my eye and the sister completing the hike was so sad yet gave a beautiful rememebarance to her sisters final walk when alive. RIP to all the victims of this monster
Thx for always telling the stories everyone else isnt and I love your voice!!! What a tragedy!! These two lovely ppl find each other and get to do once in a lifetime adventure and this evil man comes and takes them from this world!!!!
30:15 That red/blue/yellow book... back in 1999 when I was in grade 7 we saw a film (an old school film, like on a reel) in class with the exact same premise. Except the colours may have been different, I think it was blue green and red. It was made in the 70s probably. I think no publishers would agree to publish the work because that idea is straight up stolen. Not publishing a book because of how the writer died... that doesnt seem like something that would happen.
I just hate when people blame their bad actions on their upbringing or drugs. Many people don't have good family environments but they don't decide to murder and rape people. It's always your own decision to execute that. I'm so saddend that Jeff and Molly's lives where taken in such a horrific way. They seemed to be wonderful people and deserved to have a good time on the trail and a good, long life together. RIP
I’ve used several different substances & been addicted to opiates - I’ve never stolen from someone, Hurt someone physically, yelled at them or fought with them, etc. Blaming drugs is such a shitty excuse
Coming from London, UK the US sometimes scares the hell out of me, you could literally bump into monsters like this anywhere it seems and especially when you're out hiking or camping. You need a gun to protect yourself from humans rather than any wild animal.
Oooo shit! New season baby! Thanks for all the extremely hard work you're doing Mr Monsters, you've been killing the true crime game for years now. Keep that shit up homie!
I come from a long line of naturalists, much of which has hiked at least part of the AT. My Great Uncle David was instrumental in setting up parts of the trail. The Appalachian Trail will always hold a special place in my heart ❤️ Though I, unlike many of my forebears, have never hiked it 🤷🏼♀️ One of these days......
I will be purchasing that book- “The Red, The Yellows, and The Blues”. The words of Molly’s father brought tears to my eyes and Paul didn’t deserve that kindness.
His lack of empathy was done in baby and toddlerhood from receiving no love and nurturing. It appeared to be irreversible and have no cure, not even with adoptive parents’ positive influence. Jeff and Molly were gone too soon. They could have become great parents and contribute to community. AT is dangerous because how close to town the sections are. Anyone can wander into the trail to hide or do crime. Quite a lot of crime against hikers happened on AT.
Its very rare i hear a true crime story that ive not heard before. Thank you Jiles for another incredible telling of a unique one. It appear the bears arent the only things to watxh out for 😅😅❤❤🇬🇧
I’m convinced Paul was born a monster. Thank you for all you do, I miss when you added the police interrogations 😁 think I’m starting all over and going way bk to season 1. Have a great day
@@angelabordack I think he has even more channels. I believe he has one dedicated to him and his family immigrating to New Zealand and the entire process involved and all that stuff.
Thank you for the content. I listen to your videos while at work. I like the fact that your voice isn't annoying and you do a great job telling a story. Keep the videos coming!!
I LOVE that you're on camera now! We can put a face to that lovely voice and it definitely adds to your videos. So glad these videos are doing well for you. I enjoy your sarcastic quips too. Well done!
I am conflicted with feelings. Molly's father gave me a profound understanding of a parent seeing a monstrous experience and flipping it. I can feel the utmost forgiveness. But then Geoffs mother takes the anger and rage at only a Mother's wrath can appeal. ❤
I was raised similarly to the Duggars. Ive been in therapy for 5 years trying to recover from being abused in every way a daughter can be by her sick father and willfully obtuse mother. I used to be super religious and now Im deconstructing; I broke the cycles with my own kid (hes 21 and functional), but as an adult, Im convinced I shouldnt exist unless Im actively making others around me feel powerful. Make no mistake: homeschooling and religion with the intent to keep a child from "the world" is absolutely a cover for severe abuse. And the kids may survive, but thriving is a dream that may not be realized.
@@cautionTosser I work as a clerk at a hospital, but in the middle of the night, everything is dead quiet when an the patients are asleep and there's nothing for me to do but sit and wait for someone to wake up
I’m in Texas, and I’ve never experienced the Appalachian Mountains, but they terrify me! Maybe it’s because I’m a true crime/paranormal junkie? I’ve heard so many strange and horrible stories happening within them (shivers).
Mr. Crews, I am a retired high school teacher; few things I ever watch on TH-cam consume my every thought. You write with such clarity and organization. Of course, the subject matter is more than absorbing. But keep in mind that many famous long-term shows like "Dateline" and "20/20" cover much the same subject matter that you do. As good as those shows are your program is magnificent. Thank you!
Over here wondering why I don’t get notifications for new videos 💀 I just subscribed but found this channel a few months ago. LOVE IT!!! His voice is so soothing
I hiked the AT in 2011 I was 22 then. I started it from ME alone. No one told me most people start in GA. I only had a backpack and a tarp. It was the hardest hike Ive ever done and Ive hiked thru AZ to TX. I enjoyed the AT so much I have a tattoo on my arm. Id do it again but with someone. Water was the hardest thing to source and my food was oats and peanut butter. Waking up to get moving was becoming a motivation. Id get 25 to 30 miles a day in. In the whole time I was on the trail I only ran into maybe 8 people. You start to really get to know who you are. I ate blueberries with blackbears in VT and pissed my pants when I came across a lone bull moose. Thanks to the guy in VT for the bottle of wine and a fat steak, I ate it and popped the bottle on top a mountain that night. I hate the state of New York the people are assholes and I think I met a murderer on one of my hikes to town on a hwy. If I do it again im bringing my gun. A note to anyone wanting to try doing it dont sleep at the lean tos thats where the day hikers stay to camp. They're annoying and skip walking thru NY. You cant live life being scared but you can being aware and prepared
But guns are bad! Just talk it out with the bad people! You can maybe make them change by telling them that since they are poor and oppressed that it isn't their fault how they are. Maybe you could call the cops? Or maybe just tell them how bad of a person you are for being privileged and all that. They'll understand!
I simply chimed in to say what a wonderful and unique job Jiles does in his documentaries. So much respect for the victims and a mountain of research he does for each case. Thank you Jiles for: "THIS IS MONSTERS!!" ❤🌹 .
These trail murderers scare me most of all! What you said about abolishing the Innocence of the trail was perfectly put. I am an avid hiker and explorer of north Florida, The Suwannee wilderness trail and the Florida Trail. So this is a sad and terrifying reality we live in. When I was a ranger someone asked if I was ever scared of closing up at night in the woods by myself and I said no, I'm more scared of people than nature. One lame fact is FL state parks won't let rangers carry mase on them.
I love this channel so much that I wait until a couple come out so that I can watch them back to back. But I have to admit the ones about babies and children are extremely difficult for me to watch. Sometimes I just can’t do it. I imagine many moms feel the same way.
Again with the badass punk rock t shirts. Jiles is quickly becoming my favorite true crime TH-camr. Not quickly to be honest, he was already my fav, but his t shirts put him over the edge!
I love the way you make your narrative videos now. It is so nice to have a face to associate with your voice 😊 As always! Great video.. superior production, narration, editing and factual research! I am a forever followers and fan 😊
Unfortunately TH-cam's algorithm feels hutrt by my honest comments about psycopaths like this one in this doc and would block me for some time. Great job bro!
Oh no. I’ve already watched enough true crime to wonder if I’ll ever be able to go camping again and to have a healthy fear of the appachean trail, which I believe is inhabited by at least a few wanted men, some of them feral by now..
As much as i do not believe in the supernatural, Mr. Ballen’s missing 411 stories have solidified a fear of the woods for me. Even disregarding the “supernatural” aspect of 411 cases, the woods are just scary in general
Molly's dad is a much better person than I. I would NEVER forgive anyone who killed my loved ones. And I certainly wouldn't have decent words to say to them. I'm not faulting him at all by saying that. I just know I personally wouldn't be able to do it. I have heard people forgive these monsters to free themselves in order to move on and for other reasons. That's not my style. I'm more along the lines with her mother. Regardless, neither of them deserved the horrible fate handed to them years ago by that diabolical, depraved piece of sh-t. Rest in Peace, Geoffrey and Molly. 🙏 I'm glad this video ended on a high note. Thankfully that dreg of society is dead. Hope he's enjoying eternity in hell.
Omg 🙌 I couldn’t handle last season, the content is not for me. I’m glad to have a new theme. I miss your voice. It’s hard to sleep without hearing you describe the horrible things people do lol.
I was hiking the AT in Georgia, almost all of it in starts and stops around this time. Ran into a few strange characters. I never carried defensive means. Never would have occurred to me until I met one or two characters that I needed to be prepared for the worse case. Given the changes in the world if I were still hiking today, I'd first get a carry permit and have a gun holstered with me at all times. (It may be illegal to hike with a weapon. But I'd rather get a fine than be butchered in a trail shelter.)
The courage of the other hikers to stay on the trail to help seek out that monster and bring him to justice actually made me tear up. Jeff and Molly sounded like lovely people.
Yes. I agree. I commend them for doing so.
Exactly ,I'm so very very sorry for what happen to Jeff and Molly because they were attacked by the worst kind of monster and I commend the other hikers that wanted to stop that monster .
everytime I watch these serial murder stories make me realize that sadly the world is full of so unbalanced opposite mind of human being. Some are like those hikers who helped and molly's dad who are achieving so higher level of understanding of the humanity on good side, and the others are like this murderer, who never have chance or develop to even understand the beauty of the world.
The hikers who decided to track down the killer are such badasses!!! I want to thank you!
Lesson: When backpacking in the middle of nowhere, be more weary of an out-of-place human with a strange story than a any wild animal.
Yes-and watch and listen to the animals. 🕊️
Humans are far more dangerous than any wild animal...
And be ARMED ffs
Weary means tired. You mean wary, as in cautious.
Yep.. I tell people the same thing all the time…
Because in countless years of being alone in the woods, the only animal I ever had any problem with was a human.
Changed the way I viewed things real quick..
Bears leave you alone, so does everything else.. but “that guy” ? Nah.. that’s a straight up predator. 😖😖 awful.
Much respect to the heroes that went out to look for this monster.
I held it together until I heard “Jeff’s sister decided to finish their hike” instant waterworks 😢 they seemed like such good, kindhearted people ❤
Same. Somehow it hadnt hit in such a way till that point.
You presented this story so well. Rest in peace Molly and Jeff.
It's tragic, but it is also necessary in order for this content to be made. Start saying "Thank you" to these victims rather than wishing their deaths never happened.
Its always crazy to me when people try to blame drugs on their crime. As someone with more than one personality disorder & a life time of experience self medicating with drugs & alcohol, it is true that someone who is aggressive may become violent when using, you don't randomly rape & murder people.
Amen friend. The drugs contributed, not caused.
THIS! Spent over a decade on mostly opioids and other prescription uppers and downers but also, cocaine & heroin.
Never once had the urge or psychotic break that the defense was stating that monster had! Not saying it can't happen but facts are this guy's liked killing others, he liked to take from them what he lacked... A soul.
Rest together, Jeff and Molly.
I wish I could've met you both. What wonderful people you were and the kind this world has so little of it seems...😢
My psychosis always only made me fear, not violent - i have an anxiety disorder - all it does is amplify your inner nature. You don't get drunk and cheat accidentally, you're a cheater who lost their inhibitions. This guy, lost his and that was his true nature. Hope he rots.
Exactly. Every time I hear someone blame their actions on drugs, I think they must think I'm on drugs to believe that bullsh!t.
I think the biggest crime drugs have made me want to do is more drugs
I was brought to tears with this story ..Jeff and Molly died together and Mollys father was forgiving which is the hardest thing to do ..they were loved so much by their families. It Ass beautiful their family finished the couples hike and Molly’s father self published her book to keep their memory alive 😢 my heart goes out to their friends and family ..Rest In Peace Jeff and Molly ❤
The plea bargain is wrong. Crews should have been executed. Within 24 hours. Not. Imprisoned to live out his life. And die of natural. Causes
30:15 That red/blue/yellow book... back in 1999 when I was in grade 7 we saw a film (an old school film, like on a reel) in class with the exact same premise. Except the colours may have been different, I think it was blue green and red. It was made in the 70s probably. I think no publishers would agree to publish the work because that idea is straight up stolen. Not publishing a book because of how the writer died... that doesnt seem like something that would happen.
So incredibly senseless. My heart is grieving for these innocent victims.l
It Ass beautiful! Yes it is.
This type of violence is beyond awful because the act of hiking in the woods with just yourself and maybe your dog is one of the most amazing experiences that i wish everyone could get to experience. You become so aware of your senses. Something that can only be experienced hiking by yourself.
Yeah OK. 🙄
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Its my heaven hiking with my dog that's why though I have a large Doberman and now Pitt Bull they can sense good and bad people
@@andraclark9993You, my friend, haven't been quite fortunate enough to experience a 'spiritual awakening' ... It makes your comment... really sad.
@@andraclark9993thats sad, if you can’t understand that
@@FallnAngL-dg7gx Can you have spiritual awakenings thru religion or is it only a nature thing?
You are a fantastic story teller Jiles. Appreciate your hard work. Peace from Rhode Island ✌🏻
Try listening to DEADBUG says videos!
@@snakejones9965 I'll check that out.
Thanks ✌🏻
Took the words right outta my mouth!!!
Jules is the BEST storyteller by far. !
Love you Jiles! 💙❤️💙
I cant imagine how people can do something so extreme n then continue living for years n years refusing to give an explanation of how it all went down. Crazy ass world we live in. Thankful to have ur videos n ur wonderful voice
I've been a true crime enthusiast for years & have watched many different docos. But I have to say that "This is Monsters" is the best channel & the narrator, Jiles, is wonderful to listen to.
Jiles, your true crime stories (while horrific) are very interesting ••• I could listen to your voice for hours! Please, keep up the excellent work!
Kindest regards from Australia 🇦🇺
Agreed! I watch a lot of really good channels but, TIM is in a league of its own.
There is a difference between "animals of prey" and this monster. Animals of prey are not evil; they're simply moved by instinct and the need to eat in order to survive.
Really? I had no idea!
@@NickyBlue99 - You're welcome, then.
@DonnellOkafor - Thank you so much for agreeing.
@@NickyBlue99 News to me, too!
That's exactly why so many have "chosen the bear"
Oh my goodness, this one had me sobbing on my way to work. I love how you gave time to talk about them as individuals, their passions and their loving family and friends.
Honestly, I've been solo hiking but never unarmed. If It felt like I was too close to others, I would "disappear" I remember sleeping in a tree several times to avoid prying eyes. They didn't see me, I watched them.
What's terrifying is these two completely trusted him.
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You should have looked higher up in the tree... because I was watching you the whole time from higher up in the same tree 😮😮😮😮
It’s funny…..I thought, when I read that, tgat they likely did see you and think YOU WERE the creeper lmao lmao 😂🤣🤣😂
I try to avoid people because i know I'm armed and don't want people thinking I'm being aggressive. They're just day hiking but I'm sleeping in the wilderness. Different mentalities.
@@jesikaneuhaus7143 just how I like it 😂. A tree blind can make you invisible with enough foliage.
God, Molly's father. What incredible people.
What a wonderful comment ❤
30:15 That red/blue/yellow book... back in 1999 when I was in grade 7 we saw a film (an old school film, like on a reel) in class with the exact same premise. Except the colours may have been different, I think it was blue green and red. It was made in the 70s probably. I think no publishers would agree to publish the work because that idea is straight up stolen. Not publishing a book because of how the writer died... that doesnt seem like something that would happen.
@@amazonmandy That was his daughter. She meant nothing to you beyond some guilty pleasure viewing on TH-cam. Who are you to say what he has a right to do or not do with regard to his late daughter?
Our close friend hiked the trail after the killer was captured in the early 90’s. We we’re still terrified that something would happen to him because he hiked the whole trail alone but he fared well. I know he met with hikers who pointed out the journal entries the couple made. He made a point to look for their monikers afterwards. Thanks for covering this- we’re from Mass and I can tell you after hiking with this friend in the White Mountains of NH that I’m not cut out for this activity. It’s definitely god’s country though- breathtaking doesn’t begin to describe it’s beauty-especially up North. ❤J&M
You really are such a great story teller and narrator. What a terrific voice and delivery
My parents worked with a couple of people who were also murdered on the AT, in 1981. My mum said that they had gone on the trail and then they never came back and she and my dad didn’t know what had happened to them for some time. Their names were Robert Mountford and Laura Ramsay.
Do you perhaps mean Susan Ramsay?
@@shahidabdoullakhanzorovr1564 yes. Apparently her first name was Laura, and was listed as Laura Susan Ramsay.
That murderer got out on parole then tried to murder 2 fishermen. Randall Lee Smith.
@@kassv2225That disgust me to my very core and I hope that monster got locked up forever .
@@shahidabdoullakhanzorovr1564 her full name was Laura Susan Ramsey.
After me and my wife graduated college and before Grad school in 94' we tried with another couple to hike as much of the trail as we could but only lasted about 2 weeks and a little bit of it done.I can tell you I would have never done it without a gun,it's too remote at some points and we usually got off the trail to sleep so no way would I do it unarmed.
But guns are bad! You could just talk the murderer out of hurting you! Or call the cops!
@@NickyBlue99 HaHaHa
No one is banning guns you conservative oink. They are banning assault weapons. And instituting background checks.
But without lying, your agenda falls apart so...
@@NickyBlue99Or pretend to be asleep!
I live near the Appalachian Trail and its honestly super scary how many people go missing or have bad experiences hiking it :(
Right?? I live near the AT too and I can tell you this.. I will never go there alone.. Ever.
@@threzen4643 hell nah lol
I live here too, and although it's beautiful, I'll never understand the appeal of the trail. Living here... you know how the mountains feel at night. Lord.
I would probably never go hiking ever especially alone and even with people lol cause it’s too scary for me
@@waifunekofiaa3322 lol I LOVE hiking and camping and have done it alone many times - although in the Canadian Rocky Mountains (where we don't have guns)
Hey Jiles and monster family 💚 hope your father's day was great and everyone is safe! I'm not really awake, just a bathroom break. Have a great week 😊
Once again,,those of us who suffer insomnia thank you for these 3 a.m. uploads !!
4am here and was just going to say the same thing, insomnia is tolerable when you got Jiles to tell you a good story about a nasty monster
Yep, 3am for me too.😂
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Jiles, THIS STORY HITS VERY CLOSE TO HOME 😳. I LIVE ONLY 5 miles from Springer Mountain.
I have walked that trail as a kid. Even at that time it give me this strong UNEASY feeling.
I WILL NOT EVER GO UP IT AGAIN!! It’s one of those thing you just can’t shake off.
Like GARY MICHAEL HILTON, National Park killer, you did a story about. That happened 5 minutes from my house. I get chills when I go around that area.
Grow up here all my life, all we worried about was bootleggers and moonshiners.
This tells you times have changed.
I would like to Thank You for doing such a great job telling us all about MONSTERS!! Even though they are in our backyard.
Jiles you are the MAN. There's just something about your voice and how you articulate the story. Itsso nice to finally put a face to the voice i been listening too. Thank you and heres to season 12!
A months long hike already sounds like my worst nightmare, let alone being joined by a lunatic POS 😤 Thanks for giving us the best channel Jiles! 💜
Lol! I'm more of a "glamping" type myself 🙃
Lol!! Seriously, I agree with you both! No thanks
@@emo_penguin420 Same!😭
Wow! You're gorgeous! I agree, I'm fine doing my walks in a park carrying mace lol
You can read me any story, any time. You are such an engaging storyteller and I really appreciate your time and effort into these videos!
I think Jiles could read a telephone directory and we would all still listen!
Right !!!! I’m in 🤭
This is one of the saddest stories I've heard and my heart breaks for the families - finishing the trail and having others join them who were inspired by them must of been the most spiritual experience.... I am so glad at least she got that... to feel close to Jeff & Molly one final time 💔
"[His parents] were hoping the military would give him structure"
Yes, teaching a troubled person to kill is always a good idea 😐
Most people who go into the military do learn structure and discipline, and the high majority never kill anybody.
The father's words brought a tear to my eye and the sister completing the hike was so sad yet gave a beautiful rememebarance to her sisters final walk when alive. RIP to all the victims of this monster
Thx for always telling the stories everyone else isnt and I love your voice!!! What a tragedy!! These two lovely ppl find each other and get to do once in a lifetime adventure and this evil man comes and takes them from this world!!!!
Tears at Molly's Dads statement to the monster 🥺😭😭😭😭😭😭 The Dad is a saint just as surely Molly was!
His third eye is wide open
30:15 That red/blue/yellow book... back in 1999 when I was in grade 7 we saw a film (an old school film, like on a reel) in class with the exact same premise. Except the colours may have been different, I think it was blue green and red. It was made in the 70s probably. I think no publishers would agree to publish the work because that idea is straight up stolen. Not publishing a book because of how the writer died... that doesnt seem like something that would happen.
@@joemoody2626 That sounds like some demonic shiet
I just hate when people blame their bad actions on their upbringing or drugs. Many people don't have good family environments but they don't decide to murder and rape people. It's always your own decision to execute that. I'm so saddend that Jeff and Molly's lives where taken in such a horrific way. They seemed to be wonderful people and deserved to have a good time on the trail and a good, long life together. RIP
I’ve used several different substances & been addicted to opiates - I’ve never stolen from someone, Hurt someone physically, yelled at them or fought with them, etc. Blaming drugs is such a shitty excuse
I agree 💯
It's not an excuse, but some people turn into different people when they get high and especially drunk. It's your choice to partake though.
I’m so glad I discovered your channel and podcast, Jiles. They make an excellent companion for cooking and cleaning :)
Much love from Australia 🇦🇺
I listen when I'm in the shower and getting ready for work lol
Coming from London, UK the US sometimes scares the hell out of me, you could literally bump into monsters like this anywhere it seems and especially when you're out hiking or camping. You need a gun to protect yourself from humans rather than any wild animal.
Do you realize how big the US is????
You're not wrong. People are very violent here because of our lack of healthcare. Until we address our countries needs, people will snap.
Oooo shit! New season baby! Thanks for all the extremely hard work you're doing Mr Monsters, you've been killing the true crime game for years now. Keep that shit up homie!
Stumbled upon this hour old upload in the middle of the night while up with insomnia. Thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you.
I come from a long line of naturalists, much of which has hiked at least part of the AT. My Great Uncle David was instrumental in setting up parts of the trail. The Appalachian Trail will always hold a special place in my heart ❤️ Though I, unlike many of my forebears, have never hiked it 🤷🏼♀️ One of these days......
I will be purchasing that book- “The Red, The Yellows, and The Blues”. The words of Molly’s father brought tears to my eyes and Paul didn’t deserve that kindness.
Your voice is so soothing. Thanks for the content!
Thanks for all the time you spend on treating us with your soothing voice!
His lack of empathy was done in baby and toddlerhood from receiving no love and nurturing. It appeared to be irreversible and have no cure, not even with adoptive parents’ positive influence.
Jeff and Molly were gone too soon. They could have become great parents and contribute to community. AT is dangerous because how close to town the sections are. Anyone can wander into the trail to hide or do crime. Quite a lot of crime against hikers happened on AT.
Yes, he sounds similar to Mary, the little girl who wanted to harm her adoptive parents and her little brother.
you have a talent telling a story - well put together, clear and without silly distractions.
Thanks so much!
Best true crime channel there is no matter what. I've said it a lot and will continue to do so. Keep pumping out amazing videos man.
Almost cried about hearing others finishing the trail for them, 😭
There's a general hikers etiquette to be friendly and look out for fellow hikers. It's sick that this was taken advantage of.
Its very rare i hear a true crime story that ive not heard before. Thank you Jiles for another incredible telling of a unique one. It appear the bears arent the only things to watxh out for 😅😅❤❤🇬🇧
Molly’s Dad’s words to a Monster really gave us all an open window to see so clearly & profoundly who his daughter was, incredible people. 💔
Her father’s an idiot and sounds very delusional
I’m convinced Paul was born a monster.
Thank you for all you do, I miss when you added the police interrogations 😁 think I’m starting all over and going way bk to season 1. Have a great day
It’s so nice to see who the voice belongs to after I’ve been watching a few years.
Same! Peace ✌🏻
He’s been showing his face. He has a personal channel if you’re interested, “Jiles with a J”.
@@angelabordack I think he has even more channels. I believe he has one dedicated to him and his family immigrating to New Zealand and the entire process involved and all that stuff.
@@justlucky8254 The 3 I know about are This Is Monsters, his Somewhere Sinister channel and Jiles With a J. I wasn’t aware of a fourth channel.
This is so sad, what a horrific intrusion into such a sacred place, destroying the lives of so many. RIP❤
Thank you for the content. I listen to your videos while at work. I like the fact that your voice isn't annoying and you do a great job telling a story.
Keep the videos coming!!
Your voice is very good for these podcasts. I love it.
So sad. What are the odds this couple would run into that psychopath? R.I.P
I LOVE that you're on camera now! We can put a face to that lovely voice and it definitely adds to your videos. So glad these videos are doing well for you. I enjoy your sarcastic quips too. Well done!
I am conflicted with feelings. Molly's father gave me a profound understanding of a parent seeing a monstrous experience and flipping it. I can feel the utmost forgiveness. But then Geoffs mother takes the anger and rage at only a Mother's wrath can appeal. ❤
I was raised similarly to the Duggars. Ive been in therapy for 5 years trying to recover from being abused in every way a daughter can be by her sick father and willfully obtuse mother. I used to be super religious and now Im deconstructing; I broke the cycles with my own kid (hes 21 and functional), but as an adult, Im convinced I shouldnt exist unless Im actively making others around me feel powerful.
Make no mistake: homeschooling and religion with the intent to keep a child from "the world" is absolutely a cover for severe abuse. And the kids may survive, but thriving is a dream that may not be realized.
send an email to soft white underbelly💯
Not just Geoff and Molly, but what a terrible tragedy for the other couple too. Discovering the bodies.
Omg I have been suffering from acute boredom all night at work! Thank goodness this just popped up!
hey! Why you are watching vids at work? Get back to work. :P
@@cautionTosser I work as a clerk at a hospital, but in the middle of the night, everything is dead quiet when an the patients are asleep and there's nothing for me to do but sit and wait for someone to wake up
You have the best narration platform ever. Your voice is divine.
You deserve your own TV show. You were born for this.
Hey, this is the man behind the storytelling “this is monsters”. Nice to finally see you, keep up the good work. Thank you!
I’m in Texas, and I’ve never experienced the Appalachian Mountains, but they terrify me! Maybe it’s because I’m a true crime/paranormal junkie? I’ve heard so many strange and horrible stories happening within them (shivers).
I I've at Harpers Ferry below the trail. It is eerie here. My sister calls my road the creepy road.
Ever been to lost maples or enchanted rock? I've hiked both alone. It's lovely, but I never did it without a knife. Being that alone makes you wonder.
The monster's brother shoulda went to prison as an accessory. All he had to do was notify the cops after Paul left. He failed at life!
Mr. Crews, I am a retired high school teacher; few things I ever watch on TH-cam consume my every thought. You write with such clarity and organization. Of course, the subject matter is more than absorbing. But keep in mind that many famous long-term shows like "Dateline" and "20/20" cover much the same subject matter that you do. As good as those shows are your program is magnificent. Thank you!
Dude how you haven't been hit up to read adds for some billion dollar corporation is beyond me. Hell of a voice 🙌 great content
For my safety, I’ll always carry, knowing it is better to ask for forgiveness, than permission.
Over here wondering why I don’t get notifications for new videos 💀 I just subscribed but found this channel a few months ago. LOVE IT!!! His voice is so soothing
I hiked the AT in 2011 I was 22 then. I started it from ME alone. No one told me most people start in GA. I only had a backpack and a tarp. It was the hardest hike Ive ever done and Ive hiked thru AZ to TX. I enjoyed the AT so much I have a tattoo on my arm. Id do it again but with someone. Water was the hardest thing to source and my food was oats and peanut butter. Waking up to get moving was becoming a motivation. Id get 25 to 30 miles a day in. In the whole time I was on the trail I only ran into maybe 8 people. You start to really get to know who you are. I ate blueberries with blackbears in VT and pissed my pants when I came across a lone bull moose. Thanks to the guy in VT for the bottle of wine and a fat steak, I ate it and popped the bottle on top a mountain that night. I hate the state of New York the people are assholes and I think I met a murderer on one of my hikes to town on a hwy. If I do it again im bringing my gun. A note to anyone wanting to try doing it dont sleep at the lean tos thats where the day hikers stay to camp. They're annoying and skip walking thru NY. You cant live life being scared but you can being aware and prepared
imagine going into the wilderness without a gun 😂
you’d be surprised how often ppl don’t
New Hampshire, Maine and Vermont's topography is no joke. Nothing in the east compares
But guns are bad! Just talk it out with the bad people! You can maybe make them change by telling them that since they are poor and oppressed that it isn't their fault how they are. Maybe you could call the cops? Or maybe just tell them how bad of a person you are for being privileged and all that. They'll understand!
@@NickyBlue99 u hate guns eh?
Just totally senseless & maddening.
You just never know when you’re going to bump into a Demon.
Great narrating and appreciate the occasional commentary. Poor hikers, and the third victim.
Love your channel, Jiles! Long time subscriber!
I got my “it’s never a mannequin “ tee shirt! Frickin love it Jiles ❤
I simply chimed in to say what a wonderful and unique job Jiles does in his documentaries. So much respect for the victims and a mountain of research he does for each case. Thank you Jiles for: "THIS IS MONSTERS!!" ❤🌹
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Mollys father is a very kind man.
These trail murderers scare me most of all! What you said about abolishing the Innocence of the trail was perfectly put. I am an avid hiker and explorer of north Florida, The Suwannee wilderness trail and the Florida Trail. So this is a sad and terrifying reality we live in. When I was a ranger someone asked if I was ever scared of closing up at night in the woods by myself and I said no, I'm more scared of people than nature. One lame fact is FL state parks won't let rangers carry mase on them.
Never Go
Adventuring
Unarmed
You got the perfect voice for telling stories and capture my attention to listen and enjoy.
"He has mental problems and was on drugs"...... and? Bury him under the prison
I love this channel so much that I wait until a couple come out so that I can watch them back to back. But I have to admit the ones about babies and children are extremely difficult for me to watch. Sometimes I just can’t do it. I imagine many moms feel the same way.
This is such a heartbreaking story.
This channel should have much more subscribers. The best true crime channel 🙌🏻
Again with the badass punk rock t shirts. Jiles is quickly becoming my favorite true crime TH-camr. Not quickly to be honest, he was already my fav, but his t shirts put him over the edge!
Good morning monsters, thank you Jiles ❤
I love the way you make your narrative videos now. It is so nice to have a face to associate with your voice 😊
As always! Great video.. superior production, narration, editing and factual research! I am a forever followers and fan 😊
Dude I have followed your show since day 1 ep 1. Love your work and getting to put a face with the voice! Keep it up!❤
Why do really bad things often happens to happy/outgoing and friendly people. Stay safe out there.
My mom got me hooked on your channel! Becoming my favorite channel, Subscribed 🙌🏾❗️
I would rather walk through alleys at midnight in Detroit before wandering through the hinterlands risking running into people like this guy.
Cried out loud a bit over Molly's book ❤️ amd what a lovely soul, she really was
Unfortunately TH-cam's algorithm feels hutrt by my honest comments about psycopaths like this one in this doc and would block me for some time. Great job bro!
Oh no. I’ve already watched enough true crime to wonder if I’ll ever be able to go camping again and to have a healthy fear of the appachean trail, which I believe is inhabited by at least a few wanted men, some of them feral by now..
As much as i do not believe in the supernatural, Mr. Ballen’s missing 411 stories have solidified a fear of the woods for me. Even disregarding the “supernatural” aspect of 411 cases, the woods are just scary in general
CONGRATS 🎉 on Season 12 Jiles and team!!! So grateful for you
Molly's dad is a much better person than I. I would NEVER forgive anyone who killed my loved ones. And I certainly wouldn't have decent words to say to them. I'm not faulting him at all by saying that. I just know I personally wouldn't be able to do it. I have heard people forgive these monsters to free themselves in order to move on and for other reasons. That's not my style. I'm more along the lines with her mother. Regardless, neither of them deserved the horrible fate handed to them years ago by that diabolical, depraved piece of sh-t. Rest in Peace, Geoffrey and Molly. 🙏 I'm glad this video ended on a high note. Thankfully that dreg of society is dead. Hope he's enjoying eternity in hell.
Omg 🙌
I couldn’t handle last season, the content is not for me. I’m glad to have a new theme. I miss your voice. It’s hard to sleep without hearing you describe the horrible things people do lol.
I was hiking the AT in Georgia, almost all of it in starts and stops around this time. Ran into a few strange characters. I never carried defensive means. Never would have occurred to me until I met one or two characters that I needed to be prepared for the worse case. Given the changes in the world if I were still hiking today, I'd first get a carry permit and have a gun holstered with me at all times. (It may be illegal to hike with a weapon. But I'd rather get a fine than be butchered in a trail shelter.)
Random paths that cross in this world for purely coincidencental reasons could find anyone in the path of a homicidal maniac.
Just to be fair a .22 is what you should have for any hike
I agree! Everyone deserves protection.
I literally was just in the middle of listening to ur podcast! Thank u fir this little gem 💙💙
For the algorithm 📊
Then start listening to DEADBUG Says. He has good true crime videos.
@@snakejones9965 he has the best ones!
I don't get it... please explain?
@@QueenElizabeth_TCommenting solely for the sake of the Channel etc.
Yes, comment for the algorithm. Give this man the credit he deserves!!!! Love your storytelling! One of the best!!!!😊😊😊😊