Anatomy of Murder AKA 137F Strikes Again (Brook Baker & Erika Norman)
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Aug 26, 2025 Hal Johnson, a former prosecutor and U.S. Army Lt. Colonel, dives into the chilling investigations of young women murdered in Indiana. He recounts the emotional turmoil surrounding Lisa McCracken's unsolved case and the disturbing connections to other victims. The discussion includes the critical forensic evidence from Erica Norman's disappearance, revealing how DNA linked suspects in shocking ways. As the narrative unfolds, Johnson highlights the psychological tactics used during interrogations and the complexities of bringing justice to these tragic stories.
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Cold Case Of Lisa McCracken
- Lisa McCracken was found posed, sexually assaulted, and stabbed in her apartment near campus in an unsolved 1987 case.
- Investigators hoped a DNA match to 137F might link Lisa to Brooke Baker but the initial test returned no match.
Missing Student Erica Norman
- Erica Norman disappeared from her apartment after detectives found signs of a violent struggle and running water.
- Her apartment scene mirrored Brooke Baker's case, raising fears of a serial offender targeting local female students.
Timeline And Witness Leads
- Investigators prioritized timeline reconstruction and witness interviews to place Erica the night she vanished.
- Multiple witnesses named a man called 'Beej' or Brian Jones as the last person seen with Erica.