# Bloody Likely — Investigate real crime cases

> Community-driven encyclopedia for true crime investigations and cold cases. (iPhone/iPad app by Caleb George Brown.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bloody-likely/id6748875370 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Caleb George Brown](https://appshunter.io/developer/1794242534)
- Category: News, Reference
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 69 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2025-08-05
- Data updated: 2026-08-21
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bloody-likely/id6748875370/reviews.md

## What is Bloody Likely?

Every rabbit hole you've ever fallen down, in one place.

Bloody Likely is a library of more than 1,600 real criminal cases — unsolved murders, cold cases, missing persons, serial homicides, kidnappings, and the crimes that never got the attention they deserved. Each one is a complete case file: a long-form article with cited sources, a timeline, photographs, maps, related documentaries and podcasts, and a community still arguing about what actually happened.

BROWSE 1,600+ REAL CASES
• Search by name, place, or the one detail you half-remember
• Filter by status — open, cold, solved, or reopened
• Follow tag trails: serial killers, DNA evidence, disappearances, decades, states, and more
• Every case shows status, location, date range, and victim count at a glance

READ THE FULL CASE FILE
• Long-form articles written for readers, not scraped encyclopedia text
• Inline citations you can tap, and a full source list on every case, so you can check the work yourself
• Case timelines that lay out events in order
• Photographs, interactive maps, and video placed where they matter in the story
• Clear licensing and attribution on every article and image

LISTEN INSTEAD OF READING
• Narrated audio of full case files
• Playback speed, 15- and 30-second skip, and scrubbing
• Keeps playing with your screen off or while you're in another app
• AirPlay to your speakers, car, or headphones

START WITH THE BRIEFING
• Official Briefing — a fact-based summary of what is actually established
• Community Intelligence — the theories people have argued for years, clearly labeled as theory and never presented as fact

THE EVIDENCE BOARD
• Documentaries, YouTube deep dives, and podcast episodes tied to the case
• Images shared by other readers
• Recent news coverage, so you know the moment something moves

JOIN THE DISCUSSION
• Comment and reply on any case
• Upvote and downvote so the sharpest analysis rises
• Attach an image to make your point
• Every comment is moderated — this is a place for theories, not for harassing families

BUILD YOUR WATCHLIST
• Save cases and pick up exactly where you left off
• Your home screen surfaces new activity on the cases you follow
• Find related cases through shared tags and patterns

SIGN IN HOW YOU LIKE
• Email, Apple, Google, or Discord
• Read everything without an account — sign in only when you want to save or comment

Bloody Likely is built for the people who finish the podcast and immediately go looking for the primary sources. If you've ever paused an episode to search a name, this is the app you were reaching for.

Every case is documented from public sources and cited throughout, and presented with respect for victims and their families.

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Support: https://www.bloodylike.ly/support
Privacy: https://www.bloodylike.ly/privacy-policy.html

## Key features

- AI case summaries
- Structured timelines
- Sourced media hub
- AI-screened discussion
- Follow & alerts
- Personalized dashboard
- Dark mode & Reader Mode


## Frequently asked questions about Bloody Likely

### What kind of content does Bloody Likely cover?

Bloody Likely covers active investigations, legendary cold cases, and historic trials. It aims to provide fact-checked overviews and structured timelines for each case.

### How does Bloody Likely ensure respectful discussions?

Comments are screened by AI for doxing, harassment, and graphic detail, with human moderators intervening when necessary. The community rules prioritize victims and their families.

### Can I customize my experience on Bloody Likely?

Yes, Bloody Likely offers a personalized dashboard to track followed cases and updates. It also includes screen-optimized typography, dark mode, and an optional Reader Mode.

### Does Bloody Likely have ads?

No, Bloody Likely does not contain advertisements. It is a free application focused on delivering case information without commercial interruptions.

### What devices is Bloody Likely available on?

Bloody Likely is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed for iOS devices.

### How often is Bloody Likely updated?

The latest version is 1.2.2, last updated on June 30, 2026. This indicates a relatively recent update, suggesting ongoing development and support.

### What is the age rating for Bloody Likely?

Bloody Likely has an age rating of 17+. This is due to the mature nature of true crime content.

### How does Bloody Likely use AI?

AI is used for generating case summaries and screening comments for inappropriate content. This helps provide quick overviews and maintain a respectful community environment.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.3.0 — 2026-08-20

Version 1.3.0

Bloody Likely Pro: unlock Premium Narration and Podcast Mode with a $4.99/month auto-renewable subscription. Restore purchases from Profile.

### 1.2.6 — 2026-07-26

Version 1.2.6

Cleaner case files, and a reading experience that gets out of your way.

• Case articles now have tighter heading rhythm and section spacing, so a long case file is easier to read in one sitting.
• You can select and copy body text from any case file — useful if you keep your own research notes.
• Videos play on the first tap, with a clean poster image instead of provider chrome flashing over the thumbnail.
• Removed duplicate labels beneath videos and maps that only repeated the title or license you'd already read.
• Fixed HTML character codes appearing as stray symbols in media titles and source names.
• The profile screen now reports the version you actually have installed.

Found a problem, or a case we're missing? Tap Contact in your profile. We read every message.

### 1.2.4 — 2026-07-22

• Photos, videos, and maps inside case files
• AirPlay support for case audio
• Case images on activity feed
• Better image framing and attribution
• Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 1.2.2 — 2026-06-30

OTA update framework + proper case license footer info

### 1.2.1 — 2026-06-23

Improved case detail experience with hero images and audio playback. Performance and stability fixes for mobile.

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