Chelsea Nelthropp
Bio
Hello! My name is Chelsea. I'm a freelance writer whose OBSESSED with crime stories. Most of my free time is spent listening to true crime podcasts. I also love coming up with fun date ideas and hanging with my frenchie, Stella!
Stories (14/0)
Are You a Psychopath?
When you hear the term "psychopath," what comes to mind? Is it Ghostface from Scream holding his shining blade above his next victim's head? Or, perhaps you imagine real-life terrors like Bundy or Gacy, whose charming exteriors act as a mask to hide the horrifying truth that lies beneath?
By Chelsea Nelthroppabout a year ago in Criminal
Social Distancing Summer Date Ideas
Picnic in the Backyard Get out your picnic basket and put on your favorite sundress, we are headed outside! Picnics are a classic summer activity that is more romantic than eating in your house for some reason (maybe it's the cheese getting to our heads?)
By Chelsea Nelthropp3 years ago in Humans
What Happened to the Yuba County Five?
Ted Weiher, Gary Mathias, Jack Madruga, Jack Huett, and Bill Sterling were five men with disabilities who lived with their families in Marysville, California, a part of Yuba County. They were loving referred to as "the boys" by those who knew them, even though their ages ranged from 24-32 years old.
By Chelsea Nelthropp3 years ago in Criminal
Darlie Routier Part 1: Evidence of Guilt
Darlie Routier seemed to have it all. She was a beautiful woman who married her high school sweetheart, Darin, in August of 1988. They had their first son, Devon, just one year after they got married. Their family continued to grow with the birth of their second son, Damon, in 1991. Finally, they completed their family with the birth of their youngest son, Drake, in 1995.
By Chelsea Nelthropp3 years ago in Criminal
At-Home Anniversary Ideas (Quarantine Edition)
I’m not going to lie to you, the pandemic has seriously affected my mental well-being. While I am so fortunate to have my (physical) health, I had to put a really big life event on hold which has left me… shooketh (I’m all about this word. Michael is not a fan.)
By Chelsea Nelthropp3 years ago in Humans
Serial Killer Yang Xinhai: The Deadly Consequences of Keeping the Public in the Dark
Xinhai was born on July 29, 1968, in Henan, China. His family was reportedly very poor. However, no specifics have been released regarding his early living conditions and environment.
By Chelsea Nelthropp3 years ago in Criminal
The Serial Killer Algorithm: Could Data Help Us Discover what's Happening to the Women of Chicago?
From 2001-2017, there have been over 75 strangulation deaths of African American women in the South and West Sides of Chicago. Of these cases, 51 remain unsolved, leaving the victims’ families heartbroken and concerned for their safety. It has been years since many of these women were murdered, yet justice is nowhere in sight. Many activists are now calling on police to solve these heinous crimes and to put those responsible behind bars.
By Chelsea Nelthropp3 years ago in Criminal
