My Favorite Murder with Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark

Rewind with Karen & Georgia - Episode 20: 20/20

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Nov 20, 2024
Karen and Georgia dive deep into the chilling story of the Night Stalker, uncovering the psychological complexities surrounding Richard Ramirez and the community's resilience during his reign of terror. They also reflect on the haunting Bain family murders, exploring the intricacies of the case and David Bain's wrongful conviction. Alongside chilling narratives, the hosts balance serious discussions about systemic issues in the legal system with light-hearted personal anecdotes, creating an engaging mix of true crime and humor.
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ANECDOTE

Night Stalker's Death

  • Richard Ramirez, the Night Stalker, died in prison on June 7, 2013, due to liver failure.
  • His death was preceded by a noticeable change in his physical appearance, turning bright green.
INSIGHT

Early Trauma and Criminal Behavior

  • Richard Ramirez's criminal behavior may have been influenced by early childhood trauma, including a head injury and witnessing his cousin murder his wife.
  • Several other serial killers also had head injuries in their childhood.
ADVICE

Car Safety

  • Lock your car doors to protect yourself from potential attacks.
  • This advice comes after discussing an attack where a victim was pulled from her car.
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