Crime Junkie INFAMOUS: The LaSalle Street Murders
May 27, 2024
The podcast discusses the chilling 1971 La Salle Street murders, exploring various suspects and motives, including jealousy, business grudges, and even possible Mob or White House involvement. The investigation unfolds with new technology and familiar faces, revealing a gruesome crime scene with personal attacks. Tangled relationships, suspicious deaths, and conspiracy theories involving Nixon and Hoffa add layers of intrigue, leading to shocking revelations and a resolution to the long-standing case in Indianapolis.
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The Grisly Discovery
- Worried about his friends, John Carnes visited their house after they missed work.
- He found a gruesome triple murder scene, his friends bound and with slit throats.
A Personal Vendetta?
- The undisturbed state of the house, along with the victims' wallets left untouched, pointed away from robbery as a motive.
- The brutality suggested a personal vendetta rather than a random crime.
A Trophy List of Trouble
- The victims, known for their promiscuity, had a long list of potential enemies, including jealous husbands and boyfriends.
- Rumors and witness accounts painted a picture of frequent altercations and threats related to their romantic pursuits.