In 1960, a stunning beauty queen and teacher was horrifically murdered by a Catholic priest, John Feit. This case is filled with religious coverups, sinful priests, and little remorse. Instead of Feit going to jail, he was able to be free for 57 years with the help of the Catholic Church. Listen to hear how Feit was caught, and the lengths the Catholic Church went to cover up Irene's murder.

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