Fear and hysteria grip the small town of Gilmer, Texas, when the search for missing teenager Kelly Wilson takes a series of bizarre and shocking turns. Thirty years later, journalist Wes Ferguson returns home to uncover what really happened to Kelly, who has never been found, in this wild, 10-episode true crime podcast. Devil Town is a production of Imperative Entertainment. It was written and created by Wes Ferguson. Executive Producer is Jason Hoch. Audio Engineering and editing by Shaine Freeman and Jason Hoch. Original score is by Robert Ellis. Recorded by Austin Sisler at Eastside Studios. New episodes available for free every Monday morning. If you'd like early access to upcoming episodes, all ad-free, subscribe to the Imperative Channel on Apple Podcasts.
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Real Answers | Chapter 10, Part 2
The search for Kelly Wilson takes yet another strange twist when a local man is arrested for disturbing sex crimes. Private investigator Amanda Gammill announces a break in the case. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Boyfriend | Chapter 10, Part 1
Before she vanished, Kelly Wilson was dating a young man with a hot temper named Chris Denton. Police named Chris their chief suspect, but his friends insist he's innocent. Meanwhile, a Gilmer native accuses her own brother of hiding Kelly's body. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Secrets | Chapter 9
What was Kelly hiding when she vanished? A chance encounter takes the search in a new direction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Older Men | Chapter 8
Kelly's dad raises suspicions about the people who were closest to her. Older men in Kelly's life also come under scrutiny. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Wreckage | Chapter 7
Raymond's parents and Sgt. Brown demand justice from the prosecutor who accused them of kidnapping and murdering teenager Kelly Wilson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Courtroom Drama | Chapter 6
State prosecutor Shane Phelps takes justice into his own hands in the capital murder cases against eight men and women who are accused of kidnapping and killing Kelly Wilson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Raymond | Chapter 5
Indictments for the murder of Kelly Wilson are based on the witness statements of a young boy who said he took part in unspeakable crimes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Witch Hunt | Chapter 4
When eight people are indicted for the murder of Kelly Wilson, a state prosecutor offers his assistance — only to seize control of the investigation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In the Woods | Chapter 3
Bizarre details emerge in the alleged kidnapping and murder of Kelly Wilson, terrifying the residents of a small Texas town. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Devil Comes to Gilmer | Chapter 2
When police officer James York Brown is assigned to search for Kelly, the case takes a stunning turn, throwing Sergeant Brown’s life into turmoil. This episode is free on all platforms. If you'd like early access to upcoming episodes and an ad-free experience, subscribe to the Imperative Channel on Apple Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Gone | Chapter 1
Local teenager Kelly Wilson tells friends she’s going to a party after work. Instead, Kelly vanishes from the town square in Gilmer, Texas. This episode is free on all platforms. If you'd like early access to upcoming episodes and an ad-free experience, subscribe to the Imperative Channel on Apple Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices