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True Crime Obsessed

342: Devil In The Ozarks

Feb 6, 2024
A shocking unsolved sexual assault in a small town, a murderer with matching DNA, and a monster living in plain sight. Discussion on benefits of joining their Patreon and exclusive content. A move to a conservative town, therapy benefits, and challenges Talkspace can help with. Confusion about a cafeteria turned church and desire for more gay bars. Investigation of a rape case, impact on the victim, and focus on a blue pickup truck. John Doe DNA warrant and Wisconsin's innovation with DNA. The life of Grant Hardin, obsession with proving manhood, and a murder on the side of the road. Discussion of crimes, impact on families, sense of justice, and praise for the documentary. Announcement of upcoming book party and farewell tour.
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Quick takeaways

  • The use of John Doe DNA warrants offers hope for seeking justice and making progress in unsolved cases.
  • The investigation into the murder of James Appleton reveals the corrupt and abusive nature of the former police chief, Grant Hardin.

Deep dives

Amy's Traumatic Assault

Amy Harrison, a sexual assault survivor and lawyer, recounts the horrifying experience of being raped at her school in 1997. She describes the trauma and the impact it had on her personal life and marriage. Amy provides valuable details to law enforcement, such as the physical appearance and behavior of the attacker, as well as DNA evidence. Despite the diligent efforts of investigators, the case leads to dead ends and the statute of limitations looms over the possibility of justice. Amy grapples with the emotional aftermath and struggles with the idea that the case may never be solved.

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