Between 1962 and 1964, the Boston Strangler was labeled as the person responsible for a series of murders in the Back Bay Area of Boston, MA. The victims, ranging in age from 19 to 85, were sexually assaulted and strangled, often in their homes. Albert DeSalvo, a handyman with a criminal history, eventually confessed to the killings, though doubts about his guilt linger due to inconsistencies and lack of physical evidence linking him to all the crimes. DNA evidence later tied DeSalvo to the final victim, but some experts believe more than one person may have been involved in the murders. The case remains one of the most notorious in American criminal history.

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1. A Young Victim — The Boston Strangler — Crime Library
2. Boston Strangler Case Solved 50 Years Later - ABC News
3. DeSalvo Confesses — The Boston Strangler — Crime Library
4. Did an Abusive Childhood Turn Albert DeSalvo Into the 'Boston Strangler' Serial Killer? - A&E True Crime
5. How The Boston Strangler’s Identity Was Finally Confirmed | Serial Killers | Investigation Discovery
6. The True Story Behind Hulu's 'Boston Strangler'
7. The true story behind Hulu's new crime drama, 'Boston Strangler,' a serial killer who likely murdered 13 women in the 1960s without leaving a sign of struggle

On a seemingly perfect day, August 19, 1989, Jose and Kitty Menendez took their two sons, Lyle, 21, and Eric, 18, on a leisurely boating trip aboard their family yacht. Little did they know that this outing would precede an unimaginable tragedy. The very next night, as the family settled in for a relaxing evening, Lyle and Eric made a shocking decision that would alter their lives forever.

In a moment of darkness, the brothers fatally shot both of their parents and spent the rest of the night desperately trying to cover their tracks. In the months that followed, the Menendez brothers appeared to drown their sorrow in extravagant parties and lavish spending, a behavior that raised eyebrows among those who knew them.

As they struggled with their grief, they eventually sought counseling, but this is where the story takes a chilling twist. What compelled Lyle and Eric to confess to the unspeakable act against their parents? What has become of them since that fateful night?

Join us as we delve deeper into this harrowing tale, exploring the complexities of their actions and the shadows of their past. Brace yourself for revelations that challenge your perceptions and leave you questioning the true nature of this family's tragedy. Spoiler alert: the journey reveals layers of intrigue, and as Shelbey and Deb explore the narrative, they find themselves unsure if this story truly has a conclusion.

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REFERENCES:

1. Could New Evidence Help Free the Menendez Brothers? | Psychology Today
2. Lyle Menendez details new evidence, life after murders with Rosie O'Donnell | Court TV
3. Menendez brothers await a decision they hope will free them - CBS News
4. Petition · Appeal for Menendez Brothers. - United States · Change.org
5. The True Story of Why the Menendez Brothers Killed Their Parents - Looking Back at the Lyle and Eric's Trial & Motives
6. Lyle Menendez Slams Murder Trial: 'Same Sentence as a Serial Killer' - Newsweek
7. Why the Menendez Brothers Killed Their Parents

We've got good news and bad news. The bad news? Deb's got laryngitis.. The good news? You get a sneak peak on what's going on at Dying to be Found The DASH podcast! Check out this bonus episode, then head on over to see what Deb is up to when she's not hanging with her family members. Here's what you'll listen to today:

Have you ever seen that show “The first 48?” The premise is in the title, which is that the first 48 hours after a violent crime occurs is most critical and stands a better chance of solving the case if investigators can collect enough leads to clear the case. However, barricades do hinder investigations, so clearing evidence in the first 48 is not always realistic. If you have a healthy obsession with true crime there are tons of careers to explore. Tune in to learn what it takes to break into forensics and how crimes get solved.

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REFERENCES:Interested in a career in forensics? Check out this website.

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