Chilluminati Podcast Episode 321: Richard Chase Part 2 - Ending the Chase
Oct 26, 2025
Dive into the chilling tale of Richard Chase, the notorious 'Vampire of Sacramento.' The hosts explore his disturbing childhood and drastic mental decline, leading to brutal murders. Hear about his horrifying ritualistic behaviors, including necrophilia and blood consumption, which confounded investigators. Relive the visceral details of his final grasp of violence, culminating in a shocking capture. The discussion touches on the legal battles over his sanity and the lasting impact of his case on criminal profiling. A haunting conclusion awaits!
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Random Driveway Murder
- On December 29, 1977, Chase shot Ambrose Griffin in a random driveway and drove away.
- The murder was a “ghost crime” with no motive and left police with virtually no leads.
Wallen Murder And Ritual
- On January 23, 1978, Chase entered Teresa Wallen's home through an unlocked door and shot her three times.
- He mutilated her, drank her blood from a yogurt cup, and consumed organs to 'cure' himself.
Profiling Predicted The Escalation
- FBI profilers constructed an accurate portrait: young, loner, mentally ill, disorganized, opportunistic.
- They predicted he would keep killing until captured, which proved correct.
