The Last Murder, What You Didn't Know About Ted Bundy. Special Episode. Ted Bundy is a name that continues to send chills down the spine of America. His horrific crimes left a trail of devastation across multiple states, but it was in Lake City, Florida, where his reign of terror came to a brutal end. Bob Dekle was a guest on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast, he is a retired Lawyer and lead the team that prosecuted Ted Bundy. He talks about the investigation, trial and the execution. The interview with...
The Last Murder, What You Didn't Know About Ted Bundy. Special Episode. Ted Bundy is a name that continues to send chills down the spine of America. His horrific crimes left a trail of devastation across multiple states, but it was in Lake City, Florida, where his reign of terror came to a brutal end. Bob Dekle was a guest on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast, he is a retired Lawyer and lead the team that prosecuted Ted Bundy. He talks about the investigation, trial and the execution. The interview with George "Bob" Dekle is available as a free podcast on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast website and platforms like Apple Podcasts, Spotify and most major podcast platforms.
The Last Murder: Kimberly Dianne Leach
On February 9, 1978, 12-year-old Kimberly Dianne Leach was abducted from her middle school in Lake City, Florida. It was a dreary, rainy day. Her disappearance set off a frantic search, but after seven grueling weeks, her body was discovered in a farm shed near Suwannee River State Park. Kimberly had been sexually assaulted and murdered, marking the last murder committed by Ted Bundy. Follow the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Newsbreak, Medium and most all social media platforms.
The Man Behind the Investigation
In this podcast episode we feature George "Bob" Dekle, a retired prosecutor who played a pivotal role in the investigation, prosecution, and execution of Ted Bundy. Dekle’s firsthand experience offers insights into Bundy’s predatory behavior and the meticulous legal work required to bring him to justice. The Last Murder, What You Didn't Know About Ted Bundy. Read the supporting stories about this and much more from Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast in platforms like Medium, Newsbreak and Blogspot.
Dekle, an Assistant State Attorney in Florida's Third Judicial Circuit from 1975 to 2005, served as the lead prosecutor in Bundy’s 1980 Orlando murder trial. His book, The Last Murder: The Investigation, Prosecution, and Execution of Ted Bundy, published in 2011, provides an in-depth look at the case. Listen to the interview as a free podcast on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and podcast website, also available on platforms like Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and most major podcast outlets.
The Capture and Trial of Ted Bundy
Before Kimberly’s body was found, Bundy’s crime spree had already escalated. In January 1978, Bundy attacked five Florida State University students, killing two sorority sisters and severely injuring three others. Authorities in Tallahassee were deep into this investigation when Kimberly vanished. Follow the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and podcast on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Newsbreak, Medium and most all social media platforms.
Bundy was arrested in Pensacola for driving a stolen vehicle, but authorities soon realized they had apprehended one of America’s most notorious criminals. His trial for Kimberly Leach’s murder began on January 7, 1980. Unlike previous trials where Bundy acted as his own attorney, he was represented by two Attorneys who attempted an insanity defense.
Shocking Trial Revelations
The trial lasted eight weeks, during which 65 witnesses testified. Key evidence included fiber samples linking Bundy to Kimberly and the van used in her abduction. One firefighter testified seeing Bundy dragging Kimberly from her school, and a young girl from Jacksonville recounted a chilling encounter with him days before the kidnapping. The Last Murder, What You Didn't Know About Ted Bundy. Check out the show on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Newsbreak, Medium and most all social media platforms
Perhaps the most bizarre moment came during the penalty phase. Bundy proposed to his girlfriend, in the courtroom while she was on the stand. With a legal loophole, Bundy’s spontaneous proposal and her acceptance made the marriage binding, a desperate, last-ditch effort to sway the jury.
The Verdict and Execution
The jury saw through Bundy’s manipulations, deliberating for less than 10 hours before finding him guilty. On the second anniversary of Kimberly Leach’s death, February 9, 1980, Bundy was sentenced to death. He was executed in 1989, bringing an end to one of the darkest chapters in American criminal history. It is available as a free podcast on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast website, on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and most major podcast platforms.
Continuing the Conversation
For more on this chilling story, tune in to this podcast episode for free on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show website, also available on Apple and Spotify. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn for updates on true crime stories, legal insights, and exclusive interviews with people like Bob Dekle. The Last Murder, What You Didn't Know About Ted Bundy.
The story of Ted Bundy is a harrowing reminder of the evil that can hide in plain sight. But it’s also a testament to the relentless pursuit of justice by investigators, prosecutors, and the communities affected by his crimes. Stay informed and vigilant, because sometimes, the most terrifying stories are the ones we think we already know.
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