Texas Crime Stories: Riding Herd on the Lawless is an unflinching exploration of the most perplexing and chilling crimes that have scarred the vast landscape of the Lone Star State. In this gripping anthology, Peabody Award-winning investigative reporter Robert Riggs takes listeners on a journey through the dark underbelly of Texas, where the shadows of oil, cowboys, and cattle loom large, but the specter of crime looms even larger.

Drawing from over three decades of experience and a vast network of law enforcement sources, Riggs delivers a front-row seat to real-life cases that defy the imagination. From face-to-face encounters with serial killers to deep dives into the criminal psyche, Texas Crime Stories exposes the full scope of human depravity. Riggs brings listeners inside maximum-security prisons, into the aftermath of homicides and mass shootings, and alongside the officers who relentlessly pursue justice in a land where the law is as tough as the terrain.

Each chapter peels back the layers of the most confounding criminal acts, seeking to answer the ‘why’ behind the ‘what’ and ‘how.’ Through meticulous storytelling and firsthand accounts, Riggs shines a light on the sinister path from the crime scene to the courtroom to the cellblock, revealing the stories of investigators, offenders, and victims alike.

Texas Crime Stories: Riding Herd on the Lawless is more than just an audiobook; it’s a passage into the heart of darkness where justice is pursued with Texas grit. For those who dare to confront the darkness within us, this compelling collection is a must-listen.