Bill Wegerle
Husband of Vicki Wegerle and primary family spokesperson in the episode, recounting the day his wife was killed and the 18 years of suspicion and grief that followed.
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Oct 9, 2025 • 46min
Trapping the BTK Killer
Bill Wegerly, the husband of murder victim Vicki Wegerle, shares the heart-wrenching details of Vicki's tragic death in 1986. He recounts the painful years of suspicion he faced, being wrongly perceived as a suspect for nearly two decades. The discussion delves into the chilling profile of BTK killer Dennis Rader, who evaded capture until his own ego led to his downfall. The emotional weight of community stigma and the Wegerle family's lifelong grief resonate throughout, highlighting their hope for justice and closure.
Oct 31, 2024 • 46min
Out of the Shadows
Bill Wegerle, the husband of murder victim Vicki Wegerle, shares his harrowing tale of being wrongly suspected for 18 years. He reflects on the emotional scars left on his family and the community after Vicki's tragic death in 1986. The podcast dives into the chilling double life of the BTK killer, whose desire for recognition led to his capture. The unmasking of the true murderer not only cleared Bill's name but forever altered the narrative of fear and loss that gripped Wichita, highlighting the devastating impacts of false accusations.
