• The Villisca Axe Murders | Yore Town Podcast Ep. 79

  • Oct 7 2024
  • Length: 18 mins
  • Podcast

The Villisca Axe Murders | Yore Town Podcast Ep. 79

  • Summary

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    In this episode, the hosts delve into the chilling story of the Villisca Axe Murders, a gruesome unsolved case from 1912 where eight people, including six children, were brutally murdered in their home. They explore the details of the crime, the eerie atmosphere surrounding the town, the various suspects over the years, and the paranormal connections that have emerged since. The conversation highlights the mystery and horror of the event, leaving listeners with lingering questions about the nature of evil and the possibility of restless spirits.


    Episode Key Points

    The Villisca Axe Murders occurred in 1912, leaving a dark legacy.

    The killer likely hid in the attic, waiting for the family to sleep.

    Strange sightings and eerie occurrences were reported before and after the murders.

    The behavior of the killer post-murder raises questions about their psychology.

    Several suspects emerged over the years, each with compelling connections to the case.

    The case remains unsolved, leading to speculation about police work at the time.

    Paranormal activity is reported at the murder site, attracting ghost hunters.

    The murders may be linked to a series of similar axe murders across the country.

    The house is now a popular haunted location, drawing visitors and investigators.

    The story of the Villisca Axe Murders continues to captivate and terrify.


    Episode Quotes

    "This is a journey into the unsettling details."

    "The killer was likely inside the house."

    "The behavior of the killer after the act."


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    Yore Town Podcast is a podcast that features your towns dark, wild, unbelievable past that has you thinking no way that really happened here. Matt and Megh dust off the books, hit the streets and an occasional nursing home to unveil Yore Town's past. From small towns to where we live to big cities before they were what they are today. This is Yore Town, Yore Stories


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