On this episode we talk about Stephn Akinmurele dubbed "The Cul-de-Sac Killer," Akinmurele appeared to have one chilling obsession—elderly people. Between 1995 and 1998, authorities believe he terrorized quiet neighborhoods in Blackpool, England, and the Isle of Man, targeting senior citizens living alone in peaceful suburban streets. Join us now as we do a semi deep dive into his life and crimes.

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