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Episode 52: Negative Consequences

Jan 23, 2017
Explore the criminal activities of Sophie Levy, a cunning thief and con artist, and the dark transformation of Bryn Hild Stersett. Learn about the history of insurance and its connection to Belle Gunness, a notorious serial killer. Discover the suspicious incidents surrounding Belle's farm and the criminal history of Sophie Lyons.
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Quick takeaways

  • Sophie Levy, a skilled thief, mainly caused financial loss and embarrassment to her victims through her illegal activities.
  • Belle Ganes, a notorious criminal, lured men to her farm through personal ads, leading to their deaths and burying them on her property.

Deep dives

Sophie Levy: The Master Thief

Sophie Levy, a skilled thief, embarked on a life of crime from a young age. She developed her skills over the years, engaging in various illegal activities such as smuggling diamonds and selling fake gold bricks. Sophie also blackmailed men for significant sums of money. Despite her criminal activities, her victims typically suffered only financial loss and embarrassment, as she didn't pose a physical threat to them.

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