Lisa McVeigh: The Survivor Who Brought Down a Serial Killer

In 1984, teenager Lisa McVeigh was kidnapped by a man who had already raped and murdered multiple women across Tampa, Florida. After 26 hours of terror, Lisa did the unthinkable — she survived. Not only that, she memorized key details that would lead police to her attacker: serial killer Bobby Joe Long.

In this episode, we explore:

• Lisa’s troubled upbringing and abusive home life
• The night of her abduction and her incredible mental strength
• The serial killings in Tampa and the growing victim list
• How forensic evidence and Lisa’s bravery cracked the case
• What happened to Bobby Joe Long — and how Lisa found peace

This is more than a story of survival — it’s a story of transformation. Lisa later became a deputy sheriff, working for the same department that arrested her abuser.

⚠️ Content Warning: This episode contains detailed discussions of sexual assault, child abuse, and murder. Listener discretion is advised.

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