True Crime & Consequences : Does the True Crime Community Help With Murder Investigations or Hurt Them?

A gripping exposé from the front lines of law enforcement—where true crime obsession meets real-world consequences.

As true crime explodes in popularity, few are asking the hard questions about what it all means—until now.

David Lyons, retired homicide detective, law enforcement educator, and co-host of the popular Murder Police Podcast and Murder Police Podcast YouTube Channel, pulls back the curtain on the true crime phenomenon and its growing influence on real-life investigations. In True Crime & Consequences, Lyons delivers a timely and riveting look at how podcasts, social media, and armchair sleuths are reshaping modern justice—for better and for worse.

Blending behind-the-scenes storytelling with insider insight, Lyons

The true crime boom and what the public doesn't see

Real-life cases derailed by well-meaning but harmful interference

High-pressure lessons from nearly three decades behind the badge

Why centering victims and survivors must be the industry’s future

How everyday citizens can help—ethically, legally, and compassionately

This is not just another true crime book. It’s a call to action.

Whether you’re a diehard podcast fan, a justice seeker, or a curious citizen, True Crime & Consequences challenges what you think you know—and invites you into a deeper conversation about truth, impact, and responsibility.

Perfect for fans of Michelle McNamara, Paul Holes, and Sarah Turney. Essential for book clubs, podcast listeners, and anyone fascinated by the crossroads of media and justice.