#02: The Long Hunt for Justice - The Lives Lost to the Gilgo Beach Killer
In 2010, the discovery of bodies along Long Island’s Gilgo Beach shocked the nation, sparking a hunt for a serial killer that would span over a decade. This episode explores how advancements in DNA analysis, cell phone tracking, and digital forensics led to the arrest of Rex Heuermann, an architect linked to the murders. From a discarded pizza crust to geolocation data, technology cracked the case when traditional methods fell short. We’ll also examine the challenges of the investigation, including police missteps and the relentless advocacy of victims’ families. Join us as we uncover how science and persistence brought justice to one of America’s most haunting cold cases. LISTEN AD-FREE ON - https://patreon.com/NightwatchFileswww.nightwatchfiles.comLISTEN AD-FREE AND A DAY EARLY ON - https://patreon.com/NightwatchFiles www.nightwatchfiles.com
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In 2010, the discovery of bodies along Long Island’s Gilgo Beach shocked the nation, sparking a hunt for a serial killer that would span over a decade. This episode explores how advancements in DNA analysis, cell phone tracking, and digital forensics led to the arrest of Rex Heuermann, an architect linked to the murders. From a discarded pizza crust to geolocation data, technology cracked the case when traditional methods fell short. We’ll also examine the challenges of the investigation, inclu...