In Episode 11 we delve into the tragic tales of young couples whose lives were cut short in brutal attacks that foreshadow the infamous Zodiac killer's reign of terror. Before the Zodiac became a household name for fear and intrigue, there were eerily similar murders. This episode explores the sunny day in Lompoc, California, in 1963 that ended in darkness for Bobby and Linda, and the heartbreak in San Diego in 1964 for Johnny and Joyce, unveiling the chilling possibility that these violent acts were the early works of the Zodiac.
Through detailed investigation and storytelling, the episode paints a vivid picture of the idyllic settings turned crime scenes at Gaviota Beach and Ocean Beach. It meticulously pieces together the victims' final hours and the relentless pursuit for justice that followed. Featuring insights from retired Sheriff’s Investigator Bill Baker, the narrative explores the potential link between these early cases and the Zodiac's notorious killing spree. This episode invites listeners into a haunting reflection on the origins of the Zodiac saga, highlighting the unresolved mysteries and the enduring quest to understand the true scope of the killer's dark journey.
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S33 Ep13: Inside the Zodiac: Evidence and Theories
S33 Ep12: The Final Letters
S33 Ep10: Ray Davis 1962 Cab Murder
S33 Ep9: Donna Lass
S33 Bonus #3: The Riverside Suspect
S33 Bonus #2: The Hoax Letters
S33 Ep8: The Murder of Cheri Jo Bates
S33 Bonus #1: Melvin Belli - "Please Help Me"
S33 Ep7: The Zodiac Letters & 340 Cipher
S33 Ep6: Paul Stine San Francisco Cab Murder
S33 Ep5: The Zodiac: Bryan Hartnell's Attack
S33 Ep4: The Zodiac: Lake Berryessa Attack
Trailer: The Zodiac
S33 Ep3: The Zodiac: The First Letters
S33 Ep2: The Zodiac: Darlene Ferrin & Michael Mageau Attack
Mysteries on the True Crime Express
S33 Ep1: The Zodiac: Betty Lou Jensen and David Faraday Murders
S32 Ep3: Just Family Business
S32 Ep2: Just Family Business
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