Serial Killers

Golden Years Killers Pt. 1

Apr 21, 2025
In the 1990s, two women bond at an LA gym, but their friendship takes a dark turn as they plot to murder a man for his life insurance. They meticulously plan their scheme, portraying the crime as an accident while manipulating trust. Helen and Olga's contrasting backgrounds reveal how their pasts shaped their descent into crime, from financial struggles to ruthless actions. As their sinister plot unfolds, they target unsuspecting victims, showcasing the chilling reality of deception and greed.
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ANECDOTE

Helen Goulet's Tough Start

  • Helen Goulet had a troubled childhood with multiple family disruptions and foster care before struggling as a single mother in Los Angeles.
  • She eventually found success in real estate, acquiring multiple properties despite her hard beginnings.
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Olga Rudderschmidt's War and Emigration

  • Olga Rudderschmidt survived a bombing in Budapest as a child, which severely injured her hand, and emigrated to the US for a new life.
  • She later married, owned a coffee shop, but faced hardships and became litigious to cope financially.
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Helen and Olga's Criminal Partnership

  • Helen and Olga met at a gym and quickly bonded over their mutual interests and desires for easy money.
  • They started with petty theft but soon planned more elaborate schemes involving insurance fraud and murder.
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