Serial Killers Zodiac or Bundy? The Unsolved Santa Rosa Hitchhiker Murders
Jun 9, 2025
In the haunting backdrop of the 1970s, seven young women vanish in Santa Rosa, leaving the community in fear. The podcast explores chilling connections between these unsolved murders and notorious figures like the Zodiac and Ted Bundy. It highlights police efforts to uncover links and shares unsettling details that have shaped investigative approaches. With advancements in DNA technology, there's a glimmer of hope for justice, as the search for answers continues to resonate deeply with the victims' families and the haunted community.
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Disappearance and Murder of Teens
- Maureen Sterling and Yvonne Weber vanished after being dropped at an ice rink but were seen hitchhiking elsewhere. - Kim Allen accepted a ride from two men and was found murdered hours later.
Hitchhiking Risks Hidden by Stigma
- Most rapes linked to hitchhiking likely go unreported due to stigma. - Authorities faced a hidden epidemic of assault victims reluctant to come forward.
Jeanette Kamaheli's Last Ride
- Jeanette Kamaheli was last seen entering a brown pickup driven by a white man with an afro. - Despite a distinct vehicle description, police couldn't locate her or the truck.