INFAMOUS: The Lipstick Killer from Chicago
Crime Junkie
The Lipstick Killer: A Case of Media Obsession
This chapter explores the investigation of young suspect William, whose fingerprints connect him to a series of gruesome murders linked to the notorious Lipstick Killer. It examines the disturbing details of two unsolved Chicago murders from 1945, media sensationalism, and the implications of a fabricated confession that ensued. The narrative highlights the intersection of criminal investigation and media frenzy, reflecting on how public perception can be shaped by sensationalist journalism.
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