Federal agents investigate a mysterious murder rumor from a high school prom in 1989, leading to a trial in Philadelphia. The tale delves into themes of murder, memory, and morality. Uncovering clues in pursuit of justice for a cold case hate crime, the narrative unravels a victimless and nameless crime with ties to white supremacist groups.
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The podcast explores the investigation of a high school murder rumor involving white supremacy implications.
Federal agents experience challenges in obtaining concrete evidence for the cold case despite suspect cooperation.
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Investigation into a High School Murder Rumor
Federal agents Scott and Terry investigate a high school rumor of a murder allegedly committed by Tom Guybison. The rumor involves a white teenager boasting about killing a black man to join a white supremacy group. Scott and Terry uncover clues from the ex-girlfriend Patricia, leading them to suspect Tom and his accomplice Craig Peterson. The agents struggle to find concrete evidence to solve the cold case.
Meeting with Craig Peterson in Vermont
Scott and Terry travel to Vermont to meet Craig Peterson, the alleged accomplice in the murder case. Craig denies involvement but shows a tattoo matching the description provided by Patricia. Despite pressure and a subpoena, Craig remains elusive and doesn't provide substantial information, raising doubts about the credibility of the rumor.
Craig's Change of Heart
After a year and a half, Craig reaches out to the agents, willing to have another meeting and share more details. During the intense encounter, Craig appears shaken and finally agrees to disclose everything related to the alleged murder. The agents anticipate a breakthrough in uncovering the truth.
Revelation and Further Investigation
Craig expresses willingness to confess the truth about the past events, hinting at a potential breakthrough in solving the cold case. Scott and Terry are on the verge of discovering the identity of the victim and the circumstances surrounding the hate crime, shedding light on the long-pending mystery. The season builds anticipation for the unfolding revelations and the pursuit of justice.
Here’s an episode from another Pushkin Industries podcast that you may enjoy. Introducing Deep Cover: The Nameless Man.
This season, host Jake Halpern tells the epic tale of two federal agents who investigate a rumor about a murder that supposedly took place 15 years prior. It is also the story of a family searching for answers about why their brother was killed. These two storylines collide in a courtroom in Philadelphia, where murder, memory, and morality go on trial.
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