Explore the haunting details of Cheri Jo Bates's brutal murder in 1966, set against the backdrop of a society captivated by the likes of the Beatles and the debut of Star Trek. Delve into a meticulously detailed recounting of her last known hours, the gruesome crime scene, and the chilling letters that followed, which stoked the fear and fascination surrounding the Zodiac Killer.
This episode takes a deep dive into the complex web of evidence, from the infamous confession letter to the sinister poems left behind, as investigative journalist Paul Avery links the murder to the Zodiac's cryptic messages. Journey through the twists and turns of a case that has perplexed investigators for decades, featuring interviews, forensic analyses, and a look at the prime suspect "Bob Barnett." Tune in to unravel the layers of this cold case and the shadowy figure of the Zodiac, whose taunting games with the police and media continue to intrigue and horrify.
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Maze of Secrets
S2 Ep87: Sister Cathy, Bankruptcy and Betrayal - How Bankruptcy Shields Predators
S26 Ep3: The Truck Stop Killer
S26 Ep2: The Truck Stop Killer
S26 Ep1: The Truck Stop Killer
S25 Ep2: Murder of Pheobe Handsjuk
S25 Ep1: Murder of Phoebe Handsjuk
S24 Ep2: The Cigar Girl
S24 Ep1: The Cigar Girl
S23 Ep2: A Hollywood Murder - Thelma Todd
S23 Ep1: A Hollywood Murder - Thelma Todd
S22 Ep3: The Hall-Mills Murders
S22 Ep2: The Hall-Mills Murders
S22 Ep1: The Hall-Mills Murders
S21 Ep2: McMartin Family Trials
S21 Ep1: McMartin Family Trials
S20 Ep4: Murder at Lake Waco
S20 Ep3: Murder at Lake Waco
S20 Ep2: Murder at Lake Waco
S20 Ep1: Murder at Lake Waco
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