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Volker Eckert

In this episode, we delve into the life and crimes of Volker Eckert, a German truck driver turned serial killer whose crimes went undetected for years. We explore his early life, his chilling pattern of murders across Europe, and the international investigation that ultimately brought him to justice. Tune in as we uncover how Eckert evaded capture for so long and the lessons learned from his case.
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References
McAuliffe, C. (n.d.). Creepy and Disturbing details about German Serial killer Volker Eckert. Retrieved from Ranker: https://www.ranker.com/list/facts-about-volker-eckert/cat-mcauliffe
Pamela. (2023, December 7). 15 Facts about Volker Eckert and the Impact of his actions . Retrieved from Discover Walks: https://www.discoverwalks.com/blog/germany/15-facts-about-volker-eckert-and-the-impact-of-his-actions/
Rosewood, J., & Lo, R. (2019). The Big Book Of Serial Killers Another 150 Serial Killer Files of The World's Worst Murderers (Vol. 2). LAK Publishing.
Volker Eckert. (n.d.). Retrieved from Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Volker_Eckert
Volker Eckert. (n.d.). Retrieved from Murderpedia: https://murderpedia.org/male.E/e/eckert-volker.htm
Woodhead, M., & Keeley, G. (2006, November 26). 30 year spree of truck serial killer. Retrieved from The Times: https://www.thetimes.com/article/30-year-spree-of-truck-sex-killer-jh8z39zkgc7?msockid=3bb07a29022c61353209684403846008
 
 
 

Mary Bell

How does a child become a killer? In this haunting episode, we look into the life of Mary Bell, who shocked the world in 1968 with her brutal actions at only 11 years old. Her story is one of trauma, violence, and a legal case that forced society to question how we treat young offenders. Listen as we uncover the events surrounding her case and her complex childhood.
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Works Cited
1968: Mary Bell To Be Found Guilty of Double Killing. (1968, December 17). Retrieved from BBC: http://news.bbc.co.uk/onthisday/hi/dates/stories/december/17/newsid_3261000/3261087.stm
Murderpedia. (n.d.). Mary Flora Bell. Retrieved October 7, 2024, from Murderpedia: https://murderpedia.org/female.B/b/bell-mary-flora.htm
Nucleus. (n.d.). Mary Bell. Retrieved from The True Crime Database: https://www.thetruecrimedatabase.com/case_file/mary-bell/
Silverman, L. (2023, September 1). The Chilling Story of Mary Bell, The 10 year Old Murderer Who Strangled Two Boys. Retrieved from All Thats Interesting: https://allthatsinteresting.com/mary-bell
This week in libraries. (2024, January 23). The Haunting Story of Mary Bell Now: Where Is She Today. Retrieved from This Week In Libararies: https://thisweekinlibraries.com/the-haunting-story-of-mary-bell-now-where-is-she-today/
Veliz, L. (2022, June 10). Inside The Story of Mary Bell, The 11 Year old Serial Killer. Retrieved from Grunge: https://www.grunge.com/889047/inside-the-story-of-mary-bell-the-11-year-old-serial-killer/
Wikipedia. (n.d.). Mary Bell. Retrieved October 7, 2024, from Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mary_Bell

Harrison Graham

In this episode, we dive into the tragic and deeply disturbing case of Harrison Graham, the man behind one of Philadelphia’s most notorious crimes of the 1980s. Graham, who was discovered to have committed multiple murders and kept the bodies in his apartment, is a case that sheds light on the intersection of severe mental illness and addiction. Join us as we unravel the life of a man both monstrous and profoundly troubled, and explore how his case shocked a city and forced difficult questions about mental health and community safety.
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References
Harrison Graham: The Corpse Collector. (n.d.). Retrieved from Crime Library: https://crimelibrary.org/serial_killers/predators/harrison_graham/1_index.html
Murderpedia. (n.d.). Harrison Graham. Retrieved from Murderpedia: https://murderpedia.org/male.G/g/graham-harrison.htm
Parent, A. (2017, August 3). A look at eight of Philadelphias most notorious murder cases. Retrieved from Philly Voice: https://www.phillyvoice.com/a-look-at-eight-of-philadelphias-most-notorious-murder-cases/
Rosewood, J., & Lo, R. (2019). The Big Book Of Serial Killers Another 150 Serial Killer Files of The World's Worst Murderers (Vol. 2). LAK Publishing.
Wikipedia. (n.d.). Harrison Graham. Retrieved JULY 28, 2024, from Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harrison_Graham
 

Danny Rolling - The Gainesville Ripper

In this chilling episode, we dive into the terrifying case of Danny Rolling, also known as the Gainesville Ripper. In August 1990, the peaceful college town of Gainesville, Florida, was rocked by a series of brutal murders that would leave the community scarred and ultimately lead to one of the most infamous true crime cases in American history. Rolling’s horrifying crimes, complex motivations, and the aftermath still haunt Florida to this day.
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References
Cetoute, D. (2019, August 26). When The Gainesville Ripper Terrorized a Florida College Town With Fear and Murder. Retrieved from Miami Herald: https://www.miamiherald.com/news/state/florida/article234350257.html
Delong, W. (2021, October 24). The True Story of Danny Rolling The Gainesville Ripper Who Inspired Scream. Retrieved from All Thats Interesting: https://allthatsinteresting.com/danny-rolling-gainesville-ripper
Deutschmann, J. (2021, July 31). The Untold Truth of Danny Rolling, The Gainesville Ripper. Retrieved from Grunge: https://www.grunge.com/475487/the-untold-truth-of-danny-rolling-the-gainesville-ripper/
Kahn, R. (2022, July 29). How Danny Rolling the Gainesville Ripper was Caught. Retrieved from A&E: https://www.aetv.com/real-crime/danny-rolling-caught
Mehrotra, K. (2021, April 9). Who Were Danny Rolling's Parents? What Happened To Them? Retrieved from The Cinemaholic: https://thecinemaholic.com/who-were-danny-rollings-parents-what-happened-to-them/
NBC NEWS. (2006, October 25). Serial Killer Danny Rolling Executed in Florida. Retrieved from NBC News: https://www.nbcnews.com/id/wbna15417276
Ott, T. (2020, October 14). Danny Rolling: The True Story Behind The Killer Who Inspired Scream. Retrieved from Biography: https://www.biography.com/crime/danny-rolling-scream-killer-gainesville
Rosewood, J., & Lo, R. (2017). The Big Bookof Serial Killers An Encyclopedia of Serial Killers. LAK Publishing.
Schweers, J. (2015, August 22). Gainesville Student Murders: 25 Years Later. Retrieved from The Gainesville Sun: https://www.gainesville.com/story/news/2015/08/22/gainesville-student-murders-25-years/10944648007/
Wikipedia. (n.d.). Danny Rolling. Retrieved JULY 28, 2024, from Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danny_Rolling
 
 

Thomas Dillon

In this episode, we dive into the crimes of Thomas Dillon, an unassuming man from Ohio who hid a dark secret behind his love for the outdoors. Dillon, known for a series of unprovoked murders of outdoorsmen in Ohio, operated under the radar for years. Join us as we examine his disturbing actions and how he ends up getting caught. This man just might be the epitome of heartless.
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References
Brian, M. (2023, February 9). Roadside Sniper Thomas Dillon's Lack Of Motive Made His Murders Even More Terrifying. Retrieved from Grunge: https://www.grunge.com/1194643/roadside-sniper-thomas-dillons-lack-of-motive-made-his-murders-even-more-terrifying/
Closure. (n.d.). Retrieved from The Crime Library: https://crimelibrary.org/serial_killers/predators/dillon/10.html
Dziemianowicz, J. (2022, February 17). Like Shooting Bottles At The Dump: Ohio Serial Killer Said He Had No Remorse. Retrieved from Oxygen True Crime: https://www.oxygen.com/twisted-killers/crime-news/serial-killer-thomas-dillon-had-no-remorse-for-shooting-ohio-men
Hoover, M. (2023, May 17). Thomas Dillon: The Ohio serial Killer who killed people for just exiting. Retrieved from The Clermont Sun: https://www.clermontsun.com/2023/05/17/thomas-dillon-the-ohio-serial-killer-who-killed-people-for-just-existing
Joy, N. (2024, October 4). 35 Facts About Thomas Dillon. Retrieved from Facts.net: https://facts.net/history/people/35-facts-about-thomas-dillon/
Kohn, D. (2002, October 23). A Snipers Mind. Retrieved from CBS News: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/a-snipers-mind/
Patmore, N. (2023, January 4). Like shooting a bottle at the dump: Inside the chilling crimes of serial killer Thomas Dillon. Retrieved from All Thats Interesting: https://allthatsinteresting.com/thomas-dillon
Rosewood, J., & Lo, R. (2019). The Big Book Of Serial Killers Another 150 Serial Killer Files of The World's Worst Murderers (Vol. 2). LAK Publishing.
Serial Killer Thomas Dillon dies. (2011, October 25). Retrieved from The Times Leader: https://www.timesleaderonline.com/news/local-news/2011/10/serial-killer-thomas-dillon-dies/
Wikipedia. (n.d.). Thomas Dillon. Retrieved October 7, 2024, from Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thomas_Dillon
 
 
 

Nannie Doss - The Giggling Granny

In this episode, we dive deep into the life and crimes of Nannie Doss, the infamous "Giggling Granny." Known for her sweet demeanor and friendly smile, Nannie hid a dark secret—over the course of decades, she murdered several family members, including four of her husbands. What drove this seemingly gentle woman to such horrific acts? Join us as we explore the life and crimes of Nannie Doss.
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References
Delong, W. (2023, January 23). The Story of Nannie Doss, The Giggling Granny Who Spent Decades Murdering Relatives and Husbands. Retrieved from All Thats Interesting: https://allthatsinteresting.com/nannie-doss-giggling-granny
Green, R. (2019). Black Widow: The True Story of Giggling Granny Nannie Doss. Ryan Green Publishing.
Harvey, G. (2014, July 29). Nannie Doss. Retrieved from Encyclopedia of Alabama: https://encyclopediaofalabama.org/article/nannie-doss/
Leer, M. (n.d.). Nannie Doss: The Brutal Story of the Giggling Granny. Retrieved from History Defined: https://www.historydefined.net/nannie-doss/
Murderpedia. (n.d.). Nannie Doss. Retrieved October 7, 2024, from Murderpedia: https://murderpedia.org/female.D/d/doss-nannie.htm
Nannie Doss. (n.d.). Retrieved from The Famous People: https://www.thefamouspeople.com/profiles/nannie-doss-41380.php
Rosewood, J., & Lo, R. (2017). The Big Bookof Serial Killers An Encyclopedia of Serial Killers. LAK Publishing.
Wikipedia. (n.d.). Nannie Doss. Retrieved October 7, 2024, from Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nannie_Doss
 
 
 

John Duffy and David Mulcahy - The Railway Killer

In this episode, we dive into the chilling case of John Duffy and David Mulcahy, infamously known as the "Railway Killers." Operating in the 1980s, this duo terrorized the UK with a series of brutal attacks near railway lines, leaving a trail of fear and devastation. Tune in to learn about one of the UK's most notorious criminal cases and how the legal system finally caught up with these dangerous predators.
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References
Evans, H. (2022, November 20). The Terrifying Railway Killers Who Stalked and Raped Women as They Walked Home From Train Stations. Retrieved from My London News: https://www.mylondon.news/news/north-london-news/terrifying-railway-killers-who-stalked-25512936
Railway Rapist Jailed for More Crimes. (2001, March 9). Retrieved from BBC News: http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/1211771.stm
Rogers, J., & Davies, K. (2023, February 10). Evil Killers Who are the railway killers John Duffy and David Mulcahy. Retrieved from The Sun: https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/15882037/railway-killers-who-john-francis-duffy-david-mulcahy/
Roper, M. (2021, August 17). Railway killer's shock confession led to accomplice in spate of rapes and murders. Retrieved from Mirror: https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/railway-killers-shock-confession-led-24780501
Rosewood, J., & Lo, R. (2019). The Big Book Of Serial Killers Another 150 Serial Killer Files of The World's Worst Murderers (Vol. 2). LAK Publishing.
Second Railway Rapist Guilty. (2001, February 2). Retrieved from BBC news: http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/1146657.stm
Tabahriti, S. (2021, August 17). The Railway Killer: The Harrowing story of David Mulcahey and John Duffy explored in Channel 5 Series. Retrieved from I News: https://inews.co.uk/culture/television/the-railway-killers-channel-5-series-story-david-mulcahy-john-duffy-victims-now-1153497
The Railway Rapists. (n.d.). Retrieved from Crime and Investigation: https://www.crimeandinvestigation.co.uk/article/john-duffy-and-david-mulcahy-the-railway-rapists
Wikipedia. (n.d.). John Duffy and David Mulcahy. Retrieved from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Duffy_and_David_Mulcahy
 
 
 

Karl Denke

In this episode, we dive into the dark and twisted story of Karl Denke, one of Germany's most infamous yet relatively unknown serial killers. Often referred to as "The Forgotten Cannibal," Denke was active in the early 20th century and shocked his small town with gruesome crimes that went unnoticed for years. Join us as we explore the life, crimes, and legacy of this disturbing figure who preyed on the vulnerable.
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References
Delong, W. (2018, June 11). Karl Denke Not Only Ate His Victims, He Sold Them As Pork To Unwitting Customers. Retrieved October 7, 2024, from Allthatsinteresting.com: https://allthatsinteresting.com/karl-denke
Karl Denke, The Cannibal Killer of Ziebice. (n.d.). Retrieved October 7, 2024, from inyourpocket.com: https://www.inyourpocket.com/wroclaw/karl-denke-the-cannibal-killer-of-ziebice_72922f
Karl Denke: The Forgotten Cannibal Killer of Germany. (n.d.). Retrieved October 7, 2024, from Danny Dutch: https://www.dannydutch.com/post/karl-denke-the-forgotten-cannibal-killer-of-germany
Murderpedia. (n.d.). Karl Denke. Retrieved October 7, 2024, from Murderpedia: https://murderpedia.org/male.D/d/denke-karl.htm
Nucleus. (n.d.). Karl Denke. Retrieved October 7, 2024, from The True Crime Database: https://www.thetruecrimedatabase.com/case_file/karl-denke/
Rosewood, J., & Lo, R. (2017). The Big Bookof Serial Killers An Encyclopedia of Serial Killers. LAK Publishing.
Wikipedia. (n.d.). Karl Denke. Retrieved October 7, 2024, from Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Karl_Denke

Johann Otto Hoch

We are diving into the life of Johann Otto Hoch.  He wasn’t just a killer—he was a master manipulator who seduced, married, and ultimately betrayed dozens of women. Posing as a charming bachelor, Hoch used his charm to gain trust, only to rob his victims of their wealth, and in some cases, their lives.
Hoch's spree of bigamy, fraud, and murder earned him the title of a modern-day "Bluebeard." We'll explore the rise and fall of this con artist-turned-serial killer, how he evaded capture for years, and the trail of broken hearts and stolen fortunes he left in his wake.
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References
Barry, M. T. (2013, February 23). The Stockyard Bluebeard goes to the gallows-1906. Retrieved September 25, 2024, from Crime Magazine: https://crimemagazine.com/stockyard-bluebeard-goes-gallows-1906
Headsman. (2012, February 23). 1906: Johann Otto Hoch, bluebeard. Retrieved September 25, 2024, from Executed Today: https://www.executedtoday.com/2012/02/23/1906-johann-otto-hoch-bluebeard/
John Otto Hoch. (n.d.). Retrieved September 25, 2024, from Serial Killer Calendar: https://serialkillercalendar.com/Johann%20Otto%20HOCH.php
Morrow, J. (2014, April 30). Johann Hoch: The Lady Killer, 50 Possible Victims, 1890-1905. Retrieved September 25, 2024, from Historical Crime Detective: https://www.historicalcrimedetective.com/johann-hoch-the-lady-killer/
Murderpedia. (n.d.). Johann Otto Hoch. Retrieved Septmeber 25, 2024, from Murderpedia: https://murderpedia.org/male.H/h/hoch-johann-photos.htm
Rosewood, J., & Lo, R. (2019). The Big Book Of Serial Killers Another 150 Serial Killer Files of The World's Worst Murderers (Vol. 2). LAK Publishing.
Wallace, W. (2020, November 4). How a Wheeling Pastor Helped Catch a Serial Killer. Retrieved from Weelunk: https://weelunk.com/wheeling-pastor-helped-catch-serial-killer/
Wikipedia. (n.d.). Johann Otto Hoch. Retrieved September 25, 2024, from Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Johann_Otto_Hoch
 
 
 

Patrick Kearney - The Trash Bag Killer

It's time to talk about Patrick Kearney. He was an active serial killer during a pretty tragic time in California. Although he had a fairly normal childhood, he ended up spending his adulthood finding and killing multiple men. Join us as we look deeper into the life and crimes of the trash bag killer.
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References
California Incarcerated Records and Information Search. (n.d.). Retrieved September 24, 2024, from Ca.gob: https://ciris.mt.cdcr.ca.gov/details?cdcrNumber=B88913
Engstrom, E. (n.d.). Patrick W. Kearney:The Trash Bag Murders. Retrieved September 24, 2024, from Crime Library: https://crimelibrary.org/serial_killers/predators/patrick_kearney/4.html
Man Guilty in Trash Bag Deaths is Charged in 21st murder Count. (1978, February 19). Retrieved september 24, 2024, from The New York TImes: https://www.nytimes.com/1978/02/19/archives/man-guilty-in-trash-bag-deaths-is-charged-in-21st-murder-count.html
Murderpedia. (n.d.). Patrick Wayne Kearney. Retrieved Septmeber 24, 2024, from Murderpedia: https://murderpedia.org/male.K/k/kearney-patrick.htm
Myers, B. (2023, January 25). How Many Victims Did The Trash Bag Killer Patrick Kearney Really Have. Retrieved September 24, 2024, from Grunge: https://www.grunge.com/722598/how-many-victims-did-the-trash-bag-killer-patrick-kearney-really-have/
Patrick Wayne Kearney. (n.d.). Retrieved September 24, 2024, from Killerpedia: https://killerpedia.com/serial-killers/patrick-wayne-kearney/
Redd, W. (2018, June 14). The Story of Patrick Kearney, The Genius Killer Who Had Sex With His Victims After Murdering Them. Retrieved September 24, 2024, from All Things Interesting: https://allthatsinteresting.com/patrick-kearney
Rosewood, J., & Lo, R. (2017). The Big Bookof Serial Killers An Encyclopedia of Serial Killers. LAK Publishing.
Wikipedia. (n.d.). Patrick Kearney. Retrieved September 24, 2024, from Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patrick_Kearney