S1 Ep13: Richard Ramirez, The Night Stalker

Helen Anderson and Danni Howard travel back to 1980s America to learn about the horrific crimes of The Night Stalker, Richard Ramirez. After growing up under the care of a convicted murderer, Richard Ramirez would go on to take at least 13 lives over the course of a terrifying 14 month killing spree that held the state of California in a constant panic. Expect details of a satan worshiping psychopath, some of the most grisly crime scenes in history, and Danni’s night terror tales. 

Devils in The Dark contains graphic details of sexual assault and violence and is not intended for all audiences. Listener discretion is strongly advised.  

00:00 - Introduction

05:15 - Where Richard’s story first begins

09:38 - 14 year old Richard witnesses a murder

14:26 - Richard’s first assault 

16:37 - The murder of Jennie Vincow

19:08 - The murders of Vincent and Maxine Zazzara

23:23 - Richard goes on a murderous spree

25:57 - The Valley Intruder

33:36 - The murders of Peter and Barbara Pan

37:11 - Richard steals from the wrong house

39:55 - Detective Frank Falzon is on the case in Lompoc

42:56 - A stunning citizens arrest

45:27 - FBI Special Agent Bobby Chacon interrogates Richard Ramirez

46:29 - The preliminary hearing 

49:09 - The trial of Richard Ramirez

42:33 - The wedding of Richard Ramirez and Doreen Loy

55:32 - Outro

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Follow Helen Anderson at @helenanderz and Danni Howard at @thatdannihoward. Special thanks to Woodcut Media. See audioboom.com/about/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Produced by Alexandra Jueno at Audioboom Studios. 

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The Samaritans helpline: 116 123

Confidential Emotional Support Line: 01708 765200

Rape Crisis Helpline: 0808 802 9999 (help is also available at live chat at https://rapecrisis.org.uk/get-help/live-chat-helpline/ *times apply)

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