Shadows Of Crimes: Recent Episodes
Emily R. Fraust
Crimes leave behind a fear in those who hear about them. Those fears become shadows waiting to jump out at a new listener. They will emerge here into the tales that give you chills in the night.
This episode focuses on an inn in Louisianna with strange occurrences that is said to be haunted by victims of unsolved/unknown deaths.
For this special episode, I go over a few small details, facts, and people that started parts of America's legal system.
This episode features a mass murderer... or does it? Giulia Tofana created a poison and sold it to women intent on killing their husbands.
Season 2 of Shadows Of Crimes is here with the 2nd of 5 special episodes for the podcast's return. This episode gives a few details about a place where (at least) millions of corpses stay.
Shadows Of Crimes is back with a special episode consisting of recaps from the first season, thank yous to listeners, and the longest episode yet!
Tom Thomson was a Canadian outdoorsman and artist who enjoyed a quiet day in the park. His art career was short lived, but not without an impact. Some of the more famous nature works in Canada was done by none other than Tom Thomson. Did his uniquely vivid style upset another artist so much that they decided murder was the best solution? Did this seemingly content man decide to end his life in a way that honored another painter? Did his canoe fail him in a fatal way? Was an accident the cause of the end of this painter? If you listen to this episode, you can decide for yourself.
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The Highway Killer whose obsession with knives went too far. Larry Eyler was a quiet and insecure man who liked to take control of by restraining and stabbing young men and boys. Getting caught before his first kill only seemed to fuel his murderous side.
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A serial killer who killer himself. Andrew Cunanan was a social guy who always wanted to impress those around him. His brain consisted of a genius IQ, constant lies, and unknown motives. Not many details are known about his crimes, but the ones that are make his case even more mysterious.
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The serial killer who died before serving for his crimes. The Monster Of Montmarte killed elderly women in France during the 1980s with the motivation of drugs and money.
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The Stocking Strangler of Georgia and New York tortured, robbed, raped, and murdered elderly women. Their own stockings were often used in the killings to render them unconscious. Listen to the story here and the controversy of guilt/innocence on the man who escaped prison twice.
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The Dating Game Killer was a single photographer who was always looking for a woman. He even participated in a game show to win a date, but not all of his female encounters were so mild. Rodney Alcala would also find women to rape and kill. His crime spree should teach everyone to be careful who you agree to go on a date with.
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The Butcher Baker, The Human Hunter, the serial killer of Anchorage, Robert Hansen is known by multiple different names, but his story stays the same. He was a lonely boy turned bipolar man who got a thrill out of hunting his victims.
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The Route 40 serial killer with a job, wife, children, and blue Ford, who also seemed to have a torture kit, emotionless words, and fascination for murder.
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The Muswell Hill Murderer was an intelligent gay Scottish man interested in necrophilia and murder. He would choose him victims, lure them to his home, kill them, preserve their bodies for a while, and eventually dissect them. You can here the chilling details of his story in this episode.
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The Night Caller of Western Australia was a serial killer who bragged about the crimes he committed, remembered details as specific as how many coins he stole, and stated he was insane. His chilling case can be heard here.
The man who seemed to just snap. The Ohio Outdoorsman Killer's life leaves much to the imagination, but on the surface he was a man with a wife and a child who one day decided to shoot someone. He then went on to kill again and again. Only 5 victims have been confirmed, though his name has been mentioned in many additional cases.
The Forgotten Cannibal murdered and ate victims from the streets in the early 20th century, but many seem to have forgotten (or have never heard) his case. Karl Denke may have even been the hidden inspiration for many cannibalistic movies and the reason behind Joseph Metheny's flesh selling ways (featured in another episode).
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A murderer rapist who was caught by the authorities hanging out in his favorite hideout. He ran away at seemingly the youngest age possible and died incredibly young as well. Details on his unique life can be heard here.
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Did he murder 1, 22, over 70, under 70? The world may never know. Tommy Lynn Sells traveled America, particularly the Southern United States, to kill. At least, that's what people think. Despite being linked to 22 cases and admitting to 70+, only one landed him in prison. His life, mysteries, and death can be heard here.
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A short man with an even shorter temper. "Pee Wee" was known for his small height and large victim count. He grew up in a small county being abused and ignored. Fueled by drugs, revenge, and a split personality, Donald Gaskins became the most known killer in South Carolina's history.
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This episode follows the story of past serial killer cases I have covered with new information.
A postal worker whose fate was sealed by a murder charge. His brother was originally the main suspect, although as more evidence was uncovered, it became clear that Robert Shulman was behind the New York killing spree.
The Roadside Strangler was a man with a college degree who grew up with three siblings and two parents on a chicken farm. His life seemed modest enough until you uncover the true details behind The Egg Man.
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John Joubert grew up in a troubled household. Moved twice at an early age. Became a social outcast then bully. Eventually, he became a murderer who killed boys walking alone and died in the electric chair because of it.
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A man possessed by demons who killed in at least two states and robbed in at least two states (only one being the same). Finding many details of Mark Gardner's crimes was difficult, although this episode lists the facts I could uncover.
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The Sunday Morning Slasher tormented and murdered young women (and at least one teenager) in Texas, Michigan, and possibly Canada. Carl Watts had trials in two states, but only one sentenced him for murder. His victim count could be as high as 100, although only 14 known killings were needed to catch a death penalty.
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Multiple students of Florida universities were murdered by the Gainesville Ripper. Most of the victims were stabbed in the back and carefully posed before being left for unfortunate individuals to find.
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The Cleveland Strangler kidnapped, raped, hit, tied up, gagged, and murdered multiple women. Anthony Sowell seemed to enjoy harming women, but his reliant charm could not appeal the death sentence. He died of an unnamed illness earlier this year (ten years after his trial).
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Do you lock your doors at night? What about while you're home during the day? The simple task of turning the lock would have saved multiple lives taken by The Vampire of Sacramento. Even a psychopath with schizophrenia and a craving for blood understood the meaning of a locked door.
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Virgin Hunter died in a prison hospital 5 days ago. You can listen to Michel Paul Fournirer's murder charges and other details of his life here.
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"Richie" tormented, burglarized, raped, and murdered multiple people (mostly women) in 1984 and 1985. Night Stalker has been one of the most feared household names for decades, and once you hear his story, it is apparent why.
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Lonnie Franklin Jr. murdered and raped women and teenage girls over the span of 17 years between 1985-2002 (roughly). During this time, it appears that he took a 14 year gap of criminal activity between 1988-2002, which earned him the title Grim Sleeper. An arrest was not made for around 31 years after the original killing and Lonnie died before even spending a full 4 years in jail for his conviction.
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Did you have a rough childhood? Henry did. He lost his eye, his mother was a prostitute who forced him into the line of work, his father died from alcoholism, he quit school, ran away from home, and turned to murder all before turning eighteen. This episode describes the struggles of the life of Henry Lucas and the crimes he died in prison for.
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The high-pitched voice behind the Weepy-Voiced Killer; Paul Michael Stephani abused and murdered women then called the authorities to torment them with the details of his crimes.
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One side of Schaefer seemed to be a respectable man. He was raised by Catholic parents, applied to priesthood at one point, married, briefly acted as a high school teacher, and filled the position of being a patrol officer. The other side of Gerard was not so pleasant. He murdered animals, had an obsession with women's clothing that led him to spy on teenagers, and ended up killing at least two youths. Fiction Killer even participated in a prison cell killing, although this time as the victim.
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A prison escapee who went on a serial-killing spree. Paul Knowles would rob, rape, and assassinate the young, the old, and everyone in between. The Casanova Killer broke into homes, robbed houses, picked up people on the streets, kidnapped for fun, and used everyone he could get his hands on. Listen to his terrifying tale here.
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Have your parents ever drove you to the point of wanting to figuratively kill them? Would you kill for money? Is execution better than being stuck somewhere for very long? If you related to any of these questions, maybe Edward Lee Harper Jr.'s case would interest you. Edward literally murdered the parents who cared for him in hopes of getting cash then wanted his own death to happen.
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The Backpack Murderer is titled the most notorious Australian serial killer, but was he actually guilty? Ivan Milat has been noted as a psychopathic killer who was a robber before he murdered seven and self-harmed after capture. He died in prison, although his case has been a well debated topic because he never admitted guilt. You can listen to his story here.
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The strangler who was strangled. Roger Kibbe was a Serial Killer rapist who choked his victims to their deaths. Less than a week ago, Roger Kibbe was found dead in his cell. What was his cause of death? Strangulation, of course. You can hear the irony of his story by listening to this episode.
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The Black Widow Killer of Alabama. She murdered 2 of her husbands, 3 of her children, and her mother. Rhonda Martin may haven even murdered more. This episode includes who she killed, her favorite part of the murders, her poison of choice, and her final meal.
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A child caretaker who changed Danish history; Dagmar Overbye was one of the only three women to be charged with a death sentence in the 20th century. She brutally murdered up to 25 children who were in her care. Her story is the type that makes people question the safety of letting others watch after their kids.
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The Whitechapel district in the East End of London was terrorized for years by a mysterious killer nicknamed Jack The Ripper. Jack The Ripper's real identity is one of the most well debated topics in Serial Killer History. This episode brings to light a few theories on what type of person could have committed the horrible homicides, what his reason may have been, and what crimes Jack The Ripper committed. Although his actual identity may never be discovered, his crimes are just as unlikely to be forgotten.
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Edward Rulloff led, debatably, the most interesting double-life in history. Granted, he was such an interesting man that his brain is even displayed at a New York college. He was a lawyer, yet a criminal. A teacher, yet thief. A doctor, yet a serial killer. If you want to hear more about this complex man, check out this episode.
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The Serial Killer who was caught after death. It is assumed he murdered around 5 people, although until his coworker killed him, this evidence was undiscovered. Wayne Nance picked the wrong home to break into and paid with his life. His coworker was a hero and many unsolved murders and crimes now had a lead suspect.
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Has anyone ever irritated you to the point where you wanted to throw them in front of an oncoming train? Kieran knew this feeling all too well. He would push his victims on underground railway tracks. For a while, he was successful. It took three decades for people to catch on.
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Episode 25 covers the arrest period and crimes committed by the Boozing Barber of Vancouver. Gilbert Jordan had a long history of criminal activity and drinking. One day, the humbled alcoholic barber found himself in a court room for a murder trial.
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A widowed woman living in England during the 1800s made her money by adoptions, but she hid a dark secret. She did not want to care for infants, she just wanted the income they came with. A body was found one day and it caused Amelia's life to come crashing down. She went from a woman leading a respectable life to one of the most heartless serial killers in history.
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One morning in November of 1959, a family was startled to find thieves searching their home. The criminals put the Clutter family through torture just to walk away with little cash and four dead bodies. This is the story of how an innocent family was murdered over a story.
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The Fast Food Killer wanted to be a country music star, but he ended up becoming a thieving serial killer. Paul Reid Jr. would go to fast food joints to steal money in the 1990's and he killed most of the employees on duty too. Find out the extent of his crimes and the additional theories by listening to this episode.
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Most people have owned a toy chest at some point, although the difference between most people and David Parker Ray is that most people don't use theirs to kidnap and assault others in. The exact number of The Toy-Box Killer's crimes is unknown, but his spree was cut short when one victim got away.
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Have you ever wonder who inspired classic horror movies such as Psycho or Silence of the Lambs? Ed Gein was the inspiration for both, along with many other stories of psychopathic killers. The Butcher of Plainfield/The Plainfield Ghoul is also recognized as one of the worst psychopaths ever. This episode explains his crimes. and how he's likely the creepiest person to come from Wisconsin.
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Do you ever feel like you're going to go crazy? Lydia did. She couldn't take it any longer and that caused her to poison her family - more than once. The classic tale of the Derby Poisoner is about Lydia Danbury (Sherman, Hurlburt, Struck). You can listen to her humbling childhood that became the life of a notorious serial killer in this episode.
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Have you heard of The Boogey Man? Everyone I know has, but if you haven't, perhaps you will be familiar with the 'Brooklynn Vampire.' Albert Fish is recognized by these titles as well as many others due to his horrendous crimes. This episode explores the childhood, lifestyle, psychopathy, death, and crimes of Albert Fish.
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Do you want to meet The Candy Man? You might not after hearing what he did... or didn't do. Most people believe he killed his own child for cash, but maybe he should've just told his kids "no" to trick-or-treating that year. Either way, being with The Candy Man on Halloween cost Timothy his life.
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The Triple Killer; an Idaho murderer who has been debated on whether he is a serial killer or someone who committed a few homicides. This case is controversial and still fresh in the mind's of many, considering his execution occurred less than ten years ago. Paul was considered a cold-blooded killer, but used his final words to offer (mainly) kind words. Check out his crimes here.
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Auntie Carrie, a welcoming old woman, seems like the type of person you would want to have a cup of tea with. Although, her victims might warn you otherwise. This short, grandmotherly woman had a few skeletons in her closet... or should I say living room? Caroline Grills is the perfect example of looks can be deceiving and those closest to you should be feared the most. if you would like to know why, check out this episode.
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A man who is a great athlete, comes from a Christian upbringing, and is a doctor seems to be a hard-working and likeable man, right? In this case, probably not. Harold Frederick Shipman is assumed to be one of the worst English killers, although he never confessed. If you listen to this episode, you can hear the controversial case about the Doctor Of Death.
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Have you ever wondered who the first German Serial Killer to be convicted from a fingerprint is? Maybe you've wondered if there has been a killer who was convicted for the exact number of victims he was accused. Perhaps you'll wonder how someone tied to five different types of crimes was originally overlooked for murder.
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A wealthy man living in New York city had the dream life, but that came crashing down when someone decided they wanted Joseph Elwell dead. The case of The Locked Room Murder shocked America when this charming businessman was found dead in a room with no suspects and no exits.
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Was Donald Harvey an Angel Of Death who eased patient's pain or a cold-blooded killer? How many did he kill? Where were his crimes committed? How long was his murder spree? When did he die? If any of these questions caught your attention, perhaps you should listen to find out.
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Have you ever wondered who has the title of the First American Serial Killer? In this episode, you can listen to the details of the alleged first serial killer from New Hampshire and decide for yourself if he killed 1, 200, or a different sum.
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The murder of Andrew and Abby Borden is one of the most puzzling crimes in history. Lizzie Borden was the main suspect, but there were plenty of people who could've committed the double homicide. This episode debates the probabilities of Lizzie's innocence and guilt while offering alternative suspects.
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Clifford, like the big red dog? This Clifford is a beast (The Beast of British Columbia) who lured in children, but not in a family-friendly way.
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Growing up with an unusual name can be tough, but in this case it turned deadly. Even changing his name couldn't suppress his urge to kill. After a while, death drew him in to the point that he wanted to die too.
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This European Serial Killer found murder to be easier than keeping an office job.
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This cannibal killer may make you question the next food stand you go to.
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Do hospitals scare you? This Irish-American Serial Killer Nurse may make your fears of doctor offices come true.
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Are you afraid of clowns? You just might be after hearing about John Wayne Gacy, which you can do by listening to this episode.
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Who is Aileen Wuornos? How many did she kill? Where did she commit her crimes? When did she die? Find out in this episode.
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