Crime and Murder Tour
Union County Crime Stories
The Union County Crime and Murder Tour: Murders, Myths, and Mysteries. Dive into Union County’s very own dark past. Learn about some of the historical true crime stories that once rocked Union County, about the people who were involved in them, and what unfolded. Learn about the mysteries that remain and about some of the myths that are still told. This is the perfect tour for true crime enthusiasts, but especially for those who are enthusiastic about learning about the true crime of Union County. Complete with 6 different biographical videos, this tour also comes complete with nearly 1000 newspaper clippings/photos to view/read, 18 additional links(including news footage and articles), and 6 different GPS-based self-guided touring maps that can take you to/show you the locations where these crimes occurred. Learn more with the purchase of any membership of your choice!
6 Videos
6 Locations
The John Wayne of Union County: Harlan Duncan
Watch and learn about Union County's most beloved, respected, and most storied sheriff, Harlan Duncan, and some of the crimes he fought against. Get to know..."The John Wayne of Union County".
Family On The Run: The Crawley Family Story
Watch and learn about the brothers who deserted the military and the family who helped them fight the government before taking a life and going on the run through three states. The true story of "Blood is thicker than water".
Moonshine and Murder: The Murder of Reverend John Lance
Moonshine and murder. Watch and learn about the vicious murder that took place near the base of Blood Mountain that took the life of a respected preacher at the hands of vengeful moonshiners in the 1890's.
2 Sisters, 1 Man: The Elder Emerson Farmer Story
Watch and learn about the 2 sisters who once lived in Union County that took justice and matters into their own hands and held a nearly decade long secret.
The Fallen One: The Charles Simpson Reid Mystery
They say what goes up must come down. The question is, how did it go down? Watch and learn about one of Union County's most prominent citizens of all time, his illustrious law and political careers, and how it all came to a fall, literally.
Mike Thevis: The Blairsville Connection
Watch and learn about the man who was once known as the "Scarface of Porn" and who became one of the FBI's Top 10 Most Wanted after escaping prison and who found refuge right here in Union County while escaped.





























