True Crime Obsessed

327: Catching The Craigslist Killer

Nov 21, 2023

In this podcast, the hosts discuss the terrifying case of the Craigslist killer in Boston and the frustration with stereotyping criminals based on appearance. They share the harrowing experience of a Vegas call girl and the brutal attack on a woman offering erotic massages on Craigslist. The police connect the crimes to the suspect, explore his relationship with his fiancée, and provide their thoughts and theories on the case. They also touch on another baffling case involving a poison cheesecake.

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The Craigslist Killer targeted women through Craigslist, posing as a customer and robbing them at gunpoint.

One victim fought back against the assailant, leading to her death and intensifying the police's search for the killer.

Philip Markoff, the Craigslist Killer, was identified through surveillance, evidence analysis, and traceable IP address, leading to his arrest and subsequent suicide before trial.

Deep dives

Attack on Tricia Leffler and her Escape

Tricia Leffler, a sex worker, is targeted by a client who poses as a potential customer. He robs her at gunpoint, ties her up, and terrorizes her. However, Tricia manages to escape and report the incident to the police.

Introduction

2min

Tricia's Harrowing Experience

12min

The Calculated Craigslist Killer and Frustration with Stereotypes

4min

Jelissa's Brutal Attack

11min

Connecting the Dots

4min

Encounter with the Suspected Killer

5min

The Relationship with Megan

11min

Discussing The Craigslist Killer Case

2min

The Case of the Poison Cheesecake

2min

In April 2009, the city of Boston was on high alert--there was a madman on the loose. They called him the Craigslist killer since his MO was to meet young women on craigslist.com, meet them, and then rob them. And he would kill if they fought back. All police had to go on were grainy photos from hotel security cameras. But as the attacks continued, the search for the killer escalated and they knew it was just a matter of time before he struck again.

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True Crime Obsessed

327: Catching The Craigslist Killer

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Quick takeaways

Deep dives

Attack on Tricia Leffler and her Escape

The Tragic Murder of Julissa Brissman

The Arrest and Megan's Shock

Philip Markoff's crimes and capture

Megan and Trisha's involvement

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