Hillside Strangler: Murder in the Shadows of Los Angeles

JAN 20, 202680 MIN
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Hillside Strangler: Murder in the Shadows of Los Angeles

JAN 20, 202680 MIN

Description

Two men stalk Los Angeles at night, dumping bodies across the hills as police scramble to understand a pattern of terror unfolding in plain sight. This episode examines the Hillside Stranglers case, following Kenneth Bianchi and Angelo Buono as their murders gripped Los Angeles in the late 1970s. We explore how victims were selected, the pressure mounting on investigators, the bizarre multiple personality defence attempt, and the Veronica Compton plot that nearly derailed justice before the case finally collapsed in on itself. Topics include The Hillside Strangler murders Kenneth Bianchi and Angelo Buono Victim targeting and dumping sites The failed multiple personality defence The Veronica Compton copycat plot Resources and Further Reading The Hillside Strangler – Wikipedia Kenneth Bianchi – Crime & Investigation UK Angelo Buono Jr. Biography & Crimes – Murderpedia Host & Show InfoHosts: Kyle Risi & Adam CoxIntro Music: Alice in dark WonderlandCommunity & Calls to ActionReview & follow on: Spotify & Apple PodcastsInstagram: @theCompendiumPodcastWebsite: TheCompendiumPodcast.comSupport us: Sign up to PatreonCertified Freaks: Submit your job Descriptions Share this episode with a friend! If you enjoyed it, tag us on social media and let us know your favourite takeaway. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.