5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught

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5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught

5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught is a hilarious true crime podcast hosted by Ronan Wolfe, your AI-powered guide through the most mind-bogglingly bad criminal blunders ever recorded. From burglars who accidentally call the cops on themselves to masterminds who leave their IDs at the scene, each episode breaks down five cases of sheer criminal stupidity. With sharp storytelling and AI-generated insights, we bring you crime stories that are more comedy than chaos. If you love true crime but need a laugh, this is the show for you!

Episodes

  1. 3 DAYS AGO

    Episode 12- 5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught – Crimes Solved by Food

    In this episode of 5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught, host Ronan Wolfe takes a bite out of crime—literally. These five criminals were done in by their stomachs, whether it was a nugget nap, a traceable pizza order, or Cheeto dust that sealed their fate. Listen in for food-fueled crimes that left more crumbs than clues and served up justice on a platter.

    7 min

  2. 28 MAY

    Episode 11- Crimes Involving the Worst Getaway Attempts

    In this episode of 5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught, host Ronan Wolfe shares five crimes that were utterly undone by the worst getaway plans ever. From fleeing into traffic to taking a cab back home, these criminals failed harder in the escape than they did in the heist. Tune in for laugh-out-loud stories of slow, sloppy, and straight-up ridiculous getaways that ended exactly where you think they would.

    7 min

  3. 15 MAY

    Episode 10- Crimes Exposed by Their Own Phones

    In this episode of 5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught, host Ronan Wolfe shares five stories of criminals whose own phones did them in. From livestreaming a burglary to pocket-dialing 911, these cases prove that smartphones might just be law enforcement’s best friend. Tune in for an episode full of digital-age disasters and next-level stupidity.

    7 min

  4. 9 MAY

    Episode 9- Crimes Involving the Wrong House

    In this episode of 5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught, Ronan Wolfe recounts five jaw-droppingly bad crimes that all have one thing in common: the criminals targeted the wrong house. From breaking into a cop’s home to stumbling into a martial arts dojo mid-class, these criminals made fatal location-based mistakes. Tune in for stories of misjudgment, misfortune, and instant regret.

    7 min

  5. 1 MAY

    Episode 8- Crimes That Failed Instantly

    In this episode of 5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught, host Ronan Wolfe breaks down five crimes that failed instantly—sometimes within seconds of starting. From robbing a bar full of police officers to a getaway attempt on a flat-tired bicycle, these criminals didn’t even make it past step one. If you love fast fails, dumb decisions, and justice served immediately, this episode is for you.

    7 min

  6. 23 APR

    Episode 7- When Animals Ruined the Plan

    In this episode of 5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught, host Ronan Wolfe shares five ridiculous crimes that were foiled by animals. From parrots alerting cops to geese stopping criminals mid-run, these stories prove that not all heroes have badges—some just have feathers, fur, or claws. Tune in for a wild ride of justice served with a side of animal instinct.

    6 min

  7. 19 APR

    Episode 6- Crimes Committed in Broad Daylight

    In this episode of 5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught, Ronan Wolfe spotlights criminals who didn’t even try to hide. From robbing taco stands across from police stations to mowing lawns mid-burglary, these broad daylight crimes prove that visibility and intelligence do not go hand in hand. Get ready to cringe and laugh—these are crimes that practically turned themselves in.

    6 min

  8. 11 APR

    Episode 5- Crimes Ruined by Overconfidence

    In this episode of 5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught, Ronan Wolfe highlights five criminals whose overconfidence led to spectacular failure. From robbing a room full of cops to returning stolen goods for a reward, these bold choices prove that arrogance and crime make a hilariously bad combo. Tune in for another round of criminal overachievers getting exactly what they deserve.

    6 min

  9. 3 APR

    Episode 4- Inside Jobs Gone Wrong

    In this episode of 5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught, host Ronan Wolfe shares five inside jobs that failed in the most ridiculous ways. From greedy employees to clueless security guards, these criminals had access, opportunity, and still managed to get caught. Tune in for stories that prove being on the inside doesn’t make you smart—it just makes your mistakes easier to catch.

    6 min

  10. 27 MAR

    Ep 3- Crimes Foiled by Technology

    In this episode of 5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught, Ronan Wolfe dives into five crimes hilariously foiled by modern technology. From doorbell cameras to GPS ankle monitors, these criminals never stood a chance against the tools designed to catch them. Tune in to hear how technology outsmarted the not-so-smart.

    6 min

  11. 20 MAR

    Ep 2 - Five of the most hilariously self-incriminating crimes ever committed

    In this episode of 5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught, Ronan Wolfe takes you through five of the most hilariously self-incriminating crimes ever committed. From a bank robber who used his own pay stub to a fugitive who gave himself away on Facebook, these criminals didn’t need detectives to catch them—they did it all by themselves! Tune in for some of the dumbest ways people have landed behind bars.

    6 min

  12. 10 MAR

    Ep 1 - The first 5 dummies

    '5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught’ is a hilarious true crime podcast that explores the world’s most ridiculous criminals who made mistakes so dumb, you won’t believe they actually happened. Hosted by Ronan Wolfe, each episode features five outrageously funny crimes committed by people who just weren’t thinking straight. If you love absurd true crime stories, dark humor, and a dose of ridiculousness, this podcast is for you!

    6 min
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5 Dumbest Criminals Ever Caught is a hilarious true crime podcast hosted by Ronan Wolfe, your AI-powered guide through the most mind-bogglingly bad criminal blunders ever recorded. From burglars who accidentally call the cops on themselves to masterminds who leave their IDs at the scene, each episode breaks down five cases of sheer criminal stupidity. With sharp storytelling and AI-generated insights, we bring you crime stories that are more comedy than chaos. If you love true crime but need a laugh, this is the show for you!

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