Stuff You Should Know The Cleveland Torso Murders
May 18, 2021
Explore the dark and chilling history of the Cleveland Torso Murders, where vulnerable communities faced a horrific serial killer during the Great Depression. Discover the gruesome details of dismembered bodies found in 1934 and the societal neglect of the victims. Delve into the botched investigations, ethical dilemmas faced by law enforcement, and the dubious confessions that clouded the case. This gripping tale raises unsettling questions about justice and the legacy of unsolved crimes in Cleveland.
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Lady of the Lake
- In September 1934, a woman's torso washed up on Lake Erie's shore.
- This became known as the "Lady of the Lake" case, the first of the Torso Murders.
Two More Bodies
- Two years later, two more dismembered bodies were found in Kingsbury Run.
- This discovery heightened public attention and connected the murders.
Kingsbury Run
- Kingsbury Run, an industrial wasteland and shantytown, became the killer's hunting ground.
- Victims were vulnerable, marginalized people living in the area.