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Thursday, May 28
 

7:30pm PDT

[SEPARATE TICKET REQUIRED] CrimeCon 2026 Kickoff Party: Back to the 90s
Thursday May 28, 2026 7:30pm - 10:00pm PDT
⏵ This is a separately ticketed event. Please see here for tickets and more information: CrimeCon.com/Kickoff26

Grab your fanny pack, dust off that windbreaker, and let's kick off CrimeCon 2026 by taking a trip back to the 90s—a totally fly throwback dance party packed with live music, a surprise performer (as if we'd spoil it), retro games, accessory stations, and all the nostalgic vibes you didn’t know you needed.  It's the perfect way to meet other attendees, connect with the CrimeCon community and start our CrimeCon 2026 Las Vegas weekend.
Get ready to party like it's 1999. 📼💿

Please Note: Early Entry for Premium Ticket Holders starts at 7:00pm
Thursday May 28, 2026 7:30pm - 10:00pm PDT
Ballroom
 
Friday, May 29
 

12:00pm PDT

Welcome to CrimeCon 2026 Las Vegas!
Friday May 29, 2026 12:00pm - 12:05pm PDT
Before we dive in, let's catch you up. Our signature opening video is more than a recap—it's a powerful look at the stories that have shaped the past year in true crime. The ones that stayed with us. The moments that sparked conversation, demanded justice, and brought this community together. A reminder of why we’re all here. Welcome to CrimeCon—you’re exactly where you’re supposed to be.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The opening will play on the video screens in the Ballroom, Breakout One, and Breakout Two simultaneously. The Creator Studio does not have screens. Please select the room that will host the first programming session you plan to attend as that session will begin as soon as the opening ends.
Friday May 29, 2026 12:00pm - 12:05pm PDT
Ballroom

12:05pm PDT

Vanished: Nancy Guthrie Ripped From Her Bed Without a Trace
Friday May 29, 2026 12:05pm - 1:00pm PDT
The FBI is now honing in on Nancy Guthrie’s kidnapper through the use of DNA, advanced technology, and a rapidly evolving investigation.

In this urgent deep dive, Nancy Grace takes attendees inside the science behind the manhunt, breaking down how investigators are using cutting-edge tools to track down a suspect and move closer to answers in a case that has captured national attention.
Speakers
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Nancy Grace

Crime Stories with Nancy Grace
An outspoken, tireless advocate for victims’ rights and one of television's most respected legal analysts, Nancy Grace currently hosts Crime Stories with Nancy Grace (airing on SIRIUS XM’s Triumph Channel 111, YouTube, and downloadable as a podcast) as well as headlines the hit... Read More →
Friday May 29, 2026 12:05pm - 1:00pm PDT
Ballroom

1:20pm PDT

Profiling the Profiler: A Conversation with John Douglas
Friday May 29, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm PDT
He’s back! John Douglas returns to the CrimeCon stage for a session to be remembered. Known as the pioneer of criminal profiling, Douglas has sat across from some of the most notorious serial killers to get inside their minds. Now, he’ll be the one in the hot seat.

In this candid conversation with anchor, legal analyst, and attorney Jesse Weber, Douglas will discuss the toll profiling takes on the people who do it, his thoughts on advancements in forensics, DNA, and AI, and which offenders unsettled even him. Jesse may even throw a few curveballs at the legend — just to keep him on his toes.

Whether you’re a longtime John Douglas fan, an aspiring profiler, or simply obsessed with Mindhunter, this is a can’t-miss conversation with one of the most influential figures in criminal investigation.
Moderators
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Jesse Weber

Attorney, Legal Analyst and Host, Sidebar
Jesse Weber is an anchor, legal analyst and attorney. He is the host of the daily podcast Sidebar and the true crime docuseries Prime Crime with Jesse Weber. Jesse is also the anchor of Jesse Weber Live on NewsNation, airing nationwide Monday-Friday nights. In addition, Jesse serves... Read More →
Speakers
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John Douglas

Former FBI Criminal Profiler
As an innovator at the FBI in the late 1970s, John Douglas developed new investigative techniques for hunting serial killers, sex offenders, and other violent offenders. Advancing the use in investigations of the procedure known as criminal profiling, Douglas became widely recognized... Read More →
Friday May 29, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm PDT
Ballroom

2:30pm PDT

Afternoon Break
Friday May 29, 2026 2:30pm - 3:00pm PDT
Refuel, recharge, and explore. Head to the Expo Hall to browse exhibitors, meet your favorite creators, and stop by Nevada SPCA’s Puppy Park to meet adoptable rescues — or grab a coffee/snack before diving back into sessions!
Friday May 29, 2026 2:30pm - 3:00pm PDT
Ballroom

3:00pm PDT

Reclaiming the Narrative: Crime, Pain, and Resilience — Survivor Stories of Strength, Healing, and Truth
Friday May 29, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Eva LaRue, Athena Klingerman, and Amber Rasmussen—the voices behind the Paramount+ documentaries My Nightmare Stalker: The Eva LaRue Story and Don’t Date Brandon—will take the stage to share powerful, deeply personal stories of survival, resilience, and reclaiming control after trauma.

Joining them is Susan Zirinsky, President of See It Now Studios, who will offer insight into how these stories are brought to life and the responsibility that comes with telling them. Together, they’ll reflect on what they endured, how it impacted their lives, and, in some cases, their children’s, and how they began to rebuild.

Moderated by Inside Edition anchor Eva Pilgrim, the session will also explore how true crime storytelling can empower survivors and shift the focus back to the voices that matter most.
Moderators
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Eva Pilgrim

Anchor, Inside Edition
Speakers
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Athena Klingerman

Don't Date Brandon
Athena Klingerman is the co-creator and host of the hit true crime podcast Ex-Wives Undercover. She also stars in the Paramount+ docuseries Don’t Date Brandon, a three part series based on her and her co-host’s real-life story and the investigative work that launched an inte... Read More →
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Eva LaRue

Actress, My Nightmare Stalker: The Eva LaRue Story
Emmy winning actress Eva La Rue is currently seen in the Paramount+ documentary feature, My Nightmare Stalker: The Eva LaRue Story.  A veteran of countless television and film roles, she is perhaps best known for her starring roles on CSI:Miami and All My Children.
 
In her spare... Read More →
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Amber Rasmussen

Don't Date Brandon
Amber Rasmussen is the co-creator and host of the true crime podcast Ex-Wives Undercover, a show that explores the hidden realities of toxic relationships and the strength it takes to break free from them. Her work focuses on telling survivor-centered stories that reveal how manipulation, coercive control, and emotional abuse can unfold behind closed doors.Amber also... Read More →
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Susan Zirinsky

President, See It Now Studios
Susan Zirinsky is president of See It Now Studios, where she oversees the development, production, and distribution of original documentaries and docuseries for Paramount+, CBS, Paramount Global networks, and third-party platforms. Under Zirinsky’s leadership, See It Now Studios... Read More →
Friday May 29, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Ballroom

4:15pm PDT

TBA
Friday May 29, 2026 4:15pm - 5:15pm PDT
Classified… for now. Check back soon.
Friday May 29, 2026 4:15pm - 5:15pm PDT
Ballroom

5:30pm PDT

Have a Seat with Chris Hansen: An Investigation into Roblox
Friday May 29, 2026 5:30pm - 6:30pm PDT
Your kids play it. Your nieces and nephews play it. Your grandkids play it. Every kid in your neighborhood probably plays it. Roblox is one of the most popular gaming platforms in the world — but growing concerns about online predators, grooming, luring, and victimization through the platform’s social features have raised urgent questions about child safety.

Veteran investigative journalist Chris Hansen leads this exclusive conversation with “Schlep,” former Roblox user turned whistleblower and child safety activist; Martin Gould, a survivors’ and sexual abuse plaintiffs’ attorney representing thousands of potential Roblox victims; and Liz Murrill, Attorney General of Louisiana, who is pursuing legal action and demanding stronger protections for children online.

Together, they’ll examine what Hansen’s investigation has uncovered, the legal and safety battles underway, and what changes are needed to strengthen Roblox’s security measures to keep your children safe on their platforms against child predators.

Catch up on Chris Hansen’s Roblox investigation HERE.
Moderators
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Chris Hansen

Journalist
Chris Hansen is the co-founder of the factual streaming network TruBlu (www.watchtrublu.com) and Executive Producer and Host of his latest child predator investigation series, Takedown with Chris Hansen. Since the start of Takedown with Chris Hansen, while working alongside law enforcement agencies around the country, together they have identified and apprehended over 150 men attempting to commit crimes against children. TruBlu is also home to numerous investigative documentaries and series. As a regular contributor to Fox News... Read More →
Speakers
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Schlep

Child Safety Advocate
Michael “Schlep” is a social media creator and child safety advocate known for exposing online predators targeting minors on child gaming platforms like Roblox. With more than 2 million followers on YouTube, he has built a reputation for confronting exploitation in digital spaces — and bringing... Read More →
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Martin Gould

Attorney
Martin D. Gould is a Founding Partner at Gould Grieco & Hensley (GGH) and Co-Chair of its Sexual Abuse Practice Group, where he has built a national reputation for advocating on behalf of survivors of rape, sexual assault, and childhood sexual abuse. Litigating in more than 25 jurisdictions... Read More →
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Liz Murrill

Attorney General, Louisiana
Attorney General Liz Murrill was inaugurated Louisiana’s 46th Attorney General in 2026. As Attorney General, she has prioritized fighting crime and pursuing justice for victims. Her Louisiana roots go back eight generations. She obtained her Bachelor’s degree from LSU in 1985... Read More →
Friday May 29, 2026 5:30pm - 6:30pm PDT
Ballroom
 
Saturday, May 30
 

9:00am PDT

TBA
Saturday May 30, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am PDT
We promise this is a real session. It’s just in its mysterious era.
Saturday May 30, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am PDT
Ballroom

10:20am PDT

The Investigation Playbook: The Life & Work of Joe Kenda
Saturday May 30, 2026 10:20am - 11:20am PDT
Are people predictable? Does everyone have the capacity for extreme violence? Can a single conversation reveal who someone truly is? And when the worst has happened, how do you look a family in the eye and tell them their loved one is gone?

Step inside the world of homicide investigation with one of the most formidable minds in law enforcement. Joe Kenda, the force behind Homicide Hunter, joins powerhouse crime scene investigator Sheryl “Mac” McCollum for a raw, revealing conversation about violence, instinct, and the cases that never leave you.

Over his career, Kenda worked nearly 400 homicide cases with a closure rate that made him one of the most respected investigators in the country. Discover how he trains police recruits and young detectives to step away from their screens and back into the room — where eye contact, instinct, and face-to-face conversations can make or break a case. His mantra: “I don’t forgive and I don’t forget.”

Through decades of casework and hard-earned lessons, Kenda reveals how he approached homicides others couldn’t crack, what separates a good detective from a great one, and what a lifetime of murder investigations teaches us about human nature itself.
Moderators
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Sheryl McCollum

Crime Scene Investigator
Sheryl “Mac” McCollum is an three time nominated Emmy Award winning CSI from CSI Atlanta, National Law Enforcement Officer Hall of Fame Inductee, Director of the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute, a writer for CrimeOnLine, Forensic and Crime Scene Expert for Crime Stories... Read More →
Speakers
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Joe Kenda

Retired Detective Lieutenant, Colorado Springs Police Department
Joe Kenda served with the Colorado Springs Police Department from March 1973 to September 1996, spending the vast majority of his career investigating homicide cases. He was responsible for 387 homicide investigations and solved 356 of them by arrest and conviction, resulting in a... Read More →
Saturday May 30, 2026 10:20am - 11:20am PDT
Ballroom

11:40am PDT

Scott Peterson: The New Evidence (Presented by A&E)
Saturday May 30, 2026 11:40am - 12:40pm PDT
Scott Peterson became the center of one of the most infamous murder cases in modern American history after he was convicted of killing his wife, Laci Peterson, and their unborn son, Conner. A&E’s upcoming documentary special, "Scott Peterson: The New Evidence" explores a recent bombshell petition that introduced potential new evidence that could challenge the prosecution's account of the murders more than twenty years after their tragic deaths. In the special, veteran defense attorney and ABC News legal consultant, Chris Pixley, conducts an in-depth examination of the evidence, undertaking a meticulous analysis of the timeline and other crucial details surrounding the case, including never-before-heard witness statements and more.

Join Pixley in this session where he will lead a discussion with Scott Peterson’s defense attorney Mark Geragos and retired LAPD Detective and current police practices expert Ninette Toosbuy to discuss the recent developments of the case and revisit some of the most vexing questions about what really happened to Laci and Conner. Pulling back the curtain on a case that continues to divide public opinion, this session examines the evolving evidence and the enduring complexity of high-profile convictions.
Speakers
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Chris Pixley

Legal Consultant, ABC News
Chris Pixley is the principal in his own Atlanta-based law firm. With years of experience before State and Federal Courts, he has forged an impressive record of client victories, often against great odds. As a result, he has received humbling accolades and recognition. His cases and... Read More →
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Mark Geragos

Criminal Defense Attorney
Mark Geragos is a trial lawyer internationally known for both his reputation in the Courtroom and in the public arena. More 25 years ago he vaulted into the National eye with back-to-back State and Federal Court jury trial acquittals in California and against the Independent Whitewater... Read More →
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Ninette Toosbuy

Former Detective, Los Angeles Police Department
Ninette Toosbuy spent nearly 25 years with the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) as a detective, where she led a sex crimes unit. A recognized Subject Matter Expert in investigative interviewing, Ninette spearheaded the reform of the LAPD’s interviewing and interrogation curriculum... Read More →
Saturday May 30, 2026 11:40am - 12:40pm PDT
Ballroom

12:40pm PDT

Lunch Break
Saturday May 30, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm PDT
Take a break, grab lunch, and recharge. For quick bites and grab-and-go options nearby, check out Caesars Palace spots like Pronto by Giada, Brioche by Guy Savoy, Starbucks, and the Celebrity Food Hall, featuring quick-service options including Bobby’s Burgers and Chicken Guy. More dining options can be found here.
Saturday May 30, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm PDT
Ballroom

1:40pm PDT

The Epstein Survivors’ Stand: No More Secrets, No More Silence
Saturday May 30, 2026 1:40pm - 2:40pm PDT
For the women who survived Jeffrey Epstein, the story didn’t end with his death - it’s where their real fight began.

Legendary investigative journalist Chris Hansen sits down with Epstein survivors Haley Robson, Jena-Lisa Jones, and Courtney Wild for a powerful, deeply moving conversation about truth, accountability, and the long road toward systemic change. Taking the stage not as victims, but as survivors and advocates, they'll speak with raw honesty about the manipulation, coercion, and psychological control that defined Epstein’s world — as well as the fear, backlash, and retaliation that can continue long after abuse ends.

Chris goes beyond the headlines to focus on their stories: how they survived, reclaimed their power, and why they refuse to let their voices be silenced. Together, these women are demanding accountability, full transparency, and the release of documents that could expose the powerful network that enabled abuse to thrive.

This session is a powerful testament to solidarity, resilience, and the pursuit of justice for all survivors. As Haley Robson puts it: “He’ll never be able to break me or take my soul. That is mine."
Moderators
avatar for Chris Hansen

Chris Hansen

Journalist
Chris Hansen is the co-founder of the factual streaming network TruBlu (www.watchtrublu.com) and Executive Producer and Host of his latest child predator investigation series, Takedown with Chris Hansen. Since the start of Takedown with Chris Hansen, while working alongside law enforcement agencies around the country, together they have identified and apprehended over 150 men attempting to commit crimes against children. TruBlu is also home to numerous investigative documentaries and series. As a regular contributor to Fox News... Read More →
Speakers
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Jena-lisa Jones

Epstein Survivor, The Survivors, Inc.
Jena-lisa Jones is a dedicated life coach at The Survivors Inc., where she empowers individuals to reclaim their strength, rebuild confidence, and create meaningful lives after trauma. A passionate advocate for sexual assault survivors, Jena-lisa brings compassion, understanding, and authenticity to every person she supports.Beyond her advocacy... Read More →
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Courtney Wild

Epstein Survivor, The Survivors, Inc.
Courtney Wild, a Florida native, overcame a traumatic childhood marked by addiction, sexual abuse, and prison. Now a dedicated board member of The Survivors, Inc., she shares her journey to raise awareness about these issues and advocate for others, highlighting the power of resilience and healing through reconnection with her child... Read More →
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Haley Robson

Epstein Survivor, The Survivors, Inc.
Through our foundation, The Survivors, Inc., I use my voice to guide others through the horrific impact of sexual traumas. While sharing my journey from surviving to thriving, I shed light on the dangers of grooming and sex trafficking. I am a survivor using my voice to empower and educate parents and children across the globe... Read More →
Saturday May 30, 2026 1:40pm - 2:40pm PDT
Ballroom

3:00pm PDT

The “48 Hours” Correspondents: Inside the Cases That Changed Us
Saturday May 30, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Would you interview a killer? For nearly 40 years, the correspondents of 48 HOURS have gone face-to-face with those accused - and in some cases convicted - of some of the most heinous crimes imaginable. What was it like? What moments stick with them years later?

At CrimeCon 2026, the 48 HOURS correspondents come together to share firsthand stories and hard-earned insights from a wide range of investigations, including cases from the Las Vegas area and across the country. They will talk about the care it takes to sit with survivors and honor their stories while still asking the questions that matter. They will also share what they have learned working alongside law enforcement when the only goal is truth and justice.

From unexpected twists and chilling encounters to breakthroughs sparked by one overlooked detail, this is a candid conversation about the cases you cannot forget and what the team learned while chasing the truth.
Speakers
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Peter Van Sant

Correspondent, 48 Hours
Peter Van Sant is an award-winning correspondent for 48 HOURS, where his true-crime and justice reporting is featured across multiple CBS News broadcasts and platforms. In addition, Van Sant hosts the top-ranking podcast BLOOD IS THICKER.

Over a career spanning nearly five decades, Van Sant has covered many of the most significant events of our lifetime, including the 9/11 terrorist attacks, Hurricane Katrina, the Boston Marathon bombings, the Virginia Tech shootings, the killings of five Dallas police officers, and... Read More →
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Erin Moriarty

Correspondent, 48 Hours
Erin Moriarty, a CBS News journalist for three decades, has been a correspondent on 48 HOURS since 1990. In addition to reporting for 48 HOURS, Moriarty’s work is featured across all CBS News broadcasts and platforms, including CBS SUNDAY MORNING, CBS THIS MORNING, and CBSN, CB... Read More →
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Natalie Morales

Correspondent, 48 Hours
Natalie Morales is a CBS News correspondent and 48 HOURS contributor based in Los Angeles, a position she began in November 2022. An award-winning journalist and anchor, her reporting appears across CBS News platforms, including 48 HOURS, CBS MORNINGS, CBS SUNDAY MORNING, and oth... Read More →
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Anne-Marie Green

Correspondent, 48 Hours
Anne-Marie Green is an accomplished journalist and correspondent for 48 HOURS, where she reports on some of the most gripping crime and investigative stories on television. Green is also the host of the 48 HOURS POST MORTEM podcast.

Green brings more than two decades of experien... Read More →
Saturday May 30, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Ballroom

4:15pm PDT

Oxygen True Crime Presents: Kelly Siegler ("Cold Justice, Prosecuting Evil with Kelly Siegler") and Barbara Butcher ("The Death Investigator with Barbara Butcher")
Saturday May 30, 2026 4:15pm - 5:15pm PDT
Veteran prosecutor Kelly Siegler and death investigator Barbara Butcher offer an inside look at their remarkable careers in the justice system, sharing how years of frontline experience ultimately led them to helm successful true crime series on Oxygen.

The panel will explore how Siegler and Butcher broke barriers as two of the few women in their respective fields, navigating the intense pressures of high-profile cases and how those experiences continue to inform their work today. Moderated by Daryn Carp.
Moderators
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Daryn Carp

TV Host & Podcaster

Speakers
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Kelly Siegler

Veteran Prosecutor
Kelly Siegler (Oxygen's Cold Justice and Prosecuting Evil with Kelly Siegler) is a veteran prosecutor, known nationwide for her toughness, tenacity and skill in the courtroom.
For over 21 years, Kelly fought for justice for Harris County, Texas residents and crime victims until she resigned from the District Attorney's office in May 2008. She has prosecuted some of the hardest cases with some of the toughest criminals Harris County has seen and has done... Read More →
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Barbara Butcher

Death Investigator
Barbara Butcher (Oxygen's The Death Investigator with Barbara Butcher) is an expert in medicolegal death investigation, having spent 23 years at the New York City Office of Chief Medical Examiner as Director of Investigations, Disaster Planning, Missing Persons, and as Chief of Staff. She is the creator of the nationally recognized Forensic Sciences... Read More →
Saturday May 30, 2026 4:15pm - 5:15pm PDT
Ballroom

8:00pm PDT

[VIP-ONLY] 5th Annual CrimeCon CLUE Awards
Saturday May 30, 2026 8:00pm - 10:00pm PDT
Welcome to the fifth annual CrimeCon CLUE Awards banquet, the marquee evening event of CrimeCon weekend. Hosted by Chris Hansen, join us (and some of your favorite speakers and creators!) as we recognize outstanding projects across television, documentaries, podcasts, books, and more. A three-course dinner will be served before the show.

Once released, 2026 Nominees will be found on the CLUE website.

Please Note: This is a VIP-only experience and VIPs MUST register for CLUE in advance to select their dinner entrée. No accommodations for unregistered attendees can be made on-site.
Speakers
avatar for Chris Hansen

Chris Hansen

Journalist
Chris Hansen is the co-founder of the factual streaming network TruBlu (www.watchtrublu.com) and Executive Producer and Host of his latest child predator investigation series, Takedown with Chris Hansen. Since the start of Takedown with Chris Hansen, while working alongside law enforcement agencies around the country, together they have identified and apprehended over 150 men attempting to commit crimes against children. TruBlu is also home to numerous investigative documentaries and series. As a regular contributor to Fox News... Read More →
Saturday May 30, 2026 8:00pm - 10:00pm PDT
Ballroom
 
Sunday, May 31
 

9:00am PDT

Las Vegas Shooting Part 1: The Race to the 32nd Floor
Sunday May 31, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am PDT
Part 1: On October 1, 2017, what began as a night of country music at the Route 91 Harvest Festival in Las Vegas turned into the deadliest mass shooting in modern U.S. history. From the 32nd Floor of the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino, gunfire rained down on thousands, ultimately leaving 60 people dead and hundreds more wounded. This year, CrimeCon is presenting 2 sessions that feature eyewitness accounts from the officials who ran toward the danger and investigated this tragic event.

In this powerful, first-ever 2-part session, Det. Kenneth Mead, SWAT Officer Levi Hancock and Officer Ashton Packe recount the evening of the attack, as gunfire erupted over the crowd. Officer Ashton Packe recounts the chaos on the ground, the confusion, the radio traffic and immediate realization that this was no ordinary call. SWAT Officer Levi Hancock will walk you through the tactical response and rapid deployment to the 32nd Floor of Mandalay Bay, where there were tense moments in the silent hallway outside Room 32-135 before explosive charges were prepped and deployed. Det. Kenneth Mead reveals decision-making under pressure and offers a minute-by-minute investigative look at the coordination and psychology into the investigation.
Speakers
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Kenneth Mead

Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (Ret.)
Kenneth Mead retired from the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) in December 2023 after nearly 26 years of service. His assignments included patrol, field training officer, gang investigations, counterterrorism, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Joint Terrorism Task... Read More →
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Levi Hancock

Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (Ret.)
Levi Hancock is a seasoned security and law enforcement leader with more than 25 years of experience in tactical operations, high‑risk mission planning, organizational leadership, and complex criminal investigations. He currently serves as an Assistant Director of Security Operations... Read More →
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Ashton Packe

Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (Ret.)
Ashton Packe spent 23 years in Nevada law enforcement and retired from the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department as a Detective Sergeant in August 2021. Over the course of his career, he served in and supervised a wide range of assignments, including uniformed patrol, criminal... Read More →
Sunday May 31, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am PDT
Ballroom

10:15am PDT

Las Vegas Shooting Part 2: The Aftermath
Sunday May 31, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am PDT
In this unprecedented second session on the 2017 Las Vegas shooting, we shift from the breach on October 1 to the aftermath. Det. Kenneth Mead provides an inside look at how law enforcement reconstructed one of the most complex crime scenes in American history, breaking down what investigators uncovered in the days and weeks that followed.

Officer Ashton Packe shares how officers processed the chaos in real time, while SWAT Officer Levi Hancock walks through how the tactical response unfolded. Det. Mead also explores how behavioral threat assessment and forensic psychology played a pivotal role in the effort to determine motive, including insight from interviews and the interrogation of the suspect’s girlfriend.

Together, the three officials confront the human toll of the tragedy — survival, resilience, trauma, and the lasting impact on first responders, the community, and the nation. This session is not only about what happened, but what changed in the areas of response, recovery, and prevention.

Two days. One city. One of the most pivotal moments in modern American history — examined through raw firsthand accounts, unflinching honesty, and hard-earned insight.
Speakers
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Kenneth Mead

Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (Ret.)
Kenneth Mead retired from the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) in December 2023 after nearly 26 years of service. His assignments included patrol, field training officer, gang investigations, counterterrorism, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Joint Terrorism Task... Read More →
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Levi Hancock

Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (Ret.)
Levi Hancock is a seasoned security and law enforcement leader with more than 25 years of experience in tactical operations, high‑risk mission planning, organizational leadership, and complex criminal investigations. He currently serves as an Assistant Director of Security Operations... Read More →
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Ashton Packe

Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (Ret.)
Ashton Packe spent 23 years in Nevada law enforcement and retired from the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department as a Detective Sergeant in August 2021. Over the course of his career, he served in and supervised a wide range of assignments, including uniformed patrol, criminal... Read More →
Sunday May 31, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am PDT
Ballroom

11:45am PDT

Behind the Verdict: Serving on a High-Profile Jury
Sunday May 31, 2026 11:45am - 12:45pm PDT
What’s it really like to be a juror on a case everyone’s talking about? In this session, you’ll hear directly from two people who know firsthand. Laura served as juror #4 in the Lori Vallow Daybell trial; Christie was juror #3 in Kouri Richins' case. They’ll talk with investigative journalist Nate Eaton about what surprised them most, what the cameras didn’t show, and how they dealt with the pressure as the world watched. It’s an honest, inside-the-room look at the challenges, emotions, and real human experience of serving on a high-profile jury.
Moderators
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Nate Eaton

News Director, East Idaho News
Nate Eaton is the news director for EastIdahoNews.com and a Dateline NBC contributor.  Over his 18-year journalism career, he has covered thousands of stories including the Chad and Lori Daybell murder case, the execution of the D.C. Sniper, the aftermath of the Virginia Tech shooting and more.  Nate has been honored with dozens of journalism awards f... Read More →
Speakers
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Christie

Juror, Kouri Richins Trial
Christie was Juror #3 on the Kouri Richins Trial. She is a retired bakery owner living in the country outside of Park City, Utah. She is the mother of three married adult children and looks forward to the birth of her first grandbaby this fall. She has been married to her husband... Read More →
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Laura

Juror, Lori Vallow Daybell Trial
Laura was Juror #4 from the Lori Vallow Daybell trial. Laura lives with her husband, two boys, and dog in Ada County Idaho.Laura graduated with an accounting degree from the University of Nevada, Reno, and practiced public accounting for a short time thereafter in Reno. Laura moved... Read More →
Sunday May 31, 2026 11:45am - 12:45pm PDT
Ballroom

1:00pm PDT

True Crime, Real Victims: Ethics, Advocacy & Accountability
Sunday May 31, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT
Steve & Kristi Goncalves’ world was shattered when their daughter Kaylee was brutally murdered along with her 3 friends in Moscow, Idaho. To this day, even after the investigation, the court appearances, and the eventual plea deal, the trauma and damage to the family continue. The Goncalves, along with many families like them, continue to be harassed and re-victimized every day in the media and on social media; hurtful things are posted, lies are spread, and most devastating, crime scene photos and police reports are released. The Goncalves’ are here to change all that!

Steve, Kristi, and their daughter Alivea have teamed up with Andy Kahan of Crime Stoppers to create legislation in Idaho that will prohibit the release of photos in death investigations from going public, and that law was just passed thanks to Alivea’s efforts! In this critical CrimeCon Las Vegas session moderated by NCVC’s Renee Williams, the Goncalves and Kahan will help true crime fans be change agents - and use their interest to help victims' families. The panel will also cover how content creators should responsibly strive to empower and not exploit victims, and how the industry as a whole can, and should, work together better to benefit the victims and their families.
Moderators
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Renee Williams

CEO, National Center for Victims of Crime
Renée Williams is a dedicated advocate and leader in the field of victim services, currently serving as chief executive officer of the National Center for Victims of Crime. With over 15 years of experience in the nonprofit and legal sectors, Renée has a proven track record of championing... Read More →
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Kristi and Steve Goncalves

Parents of Kaylee Goncalves
Steve and Kristi have been married for over 30 years and are the proud parents of five children. Family has always been at the center of their lives, along with a deep commitment to their community.Steve began his career in the information technology field during the early Silicon... Read More →
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Andy Kahan

Victim Services Director, Crime Stoppers
This one-man office acts as an ombudsman for victims of violent crime and works with families of unsolved crimes. Prior to Crime Stoppers, he was the Victim Advocate for the Mayor’s Office and Houston Police Department for 26 years.
He was the first Victim Advocate in the countr... Read More →
Sunday May 31, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT
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