Episode 269 - Four Women, One Badge - A Serial Killer at The Border
Join us, as we examine a chilling string of homicides that terrorized a border town and kickstarted a massive police investigation.
You'll learn the harrowing story of a victim who barely escaped death to ID a serial killer.
And you'll hear the shocking confession of a true wolf in sheep's clothing – who was living a double life that had fooled everyone around him…including the police.
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Research & Writing:
Ryan Deininger
Editing:
Aiden Wolf
Sources:
LIVE: Opening Statements - TX v. Ortiz - Border Patrol Serial Killer Trial
LIVE: TX v. ORTIZ - Border Patrol Serial Killer Trial - Day 2
LIVE: TX v. ORTIZ - Border Patrol Serial Killer Trial - Day 3
LIVE: TX v. ORTIZ - Border Patrol Serial Killer Trial - Day 4
LIVE: TX v. ORTIZ - Border Patrol Serial Killer Trial - Day 5
LIVE: TX v. ORTIZ - Border Patrol Serial Killer Trial - Day 6
LIVE: TX v. ORTIZ - Border Patrol Serial Killer Trial - Day 7
LIVE: TX v. ORTIZ - Border Patrol Serial Killer Trial - Closing Arguments
LIVE: TX v. ORTIZ - Border Patrol Serial Killer Trial - Verdict
A serial killer at the border – and the women who stood up to him
Border Patrol agent's arrest for 'serial killer' murders rocks Laredo
The border patrol serial killer: South Texas Crime Stories
3 years after crimes, border serial killer suspect still awaits trial
Open Court: ex-Border Patrol agent accused of murdering 4 women
Potential victim of accused serial killer testifies against former Border Patrol agent
Webb County prosecutor quits in middle of trial
Jurors hear ex-Border Patrol agent's confession in killings
Ex-Border Patrol agent cries while phone call from him to wife is heard in court
Juror dismissed from trial of ex-Border Patrol agent after fainting
The Border Patrol serial killer: The trial and sentencing
Jury finds ex-Border Patrol supervisor guilty of killing four Laredo women
Inside the hunt into Border Patrol agent who targeted sex workers in killing spree
Ex-Border Patrol agent convicted of killing 4 women in Texas
Wikipedia
Exclusive: How borderland detectives first discovered Juan David Ortiz's serial killings
Face to Face with Evil: A Woma
You'll learn the harrowing story of a victim who barely escaped death to ID a serial killer.
And you'll hear the shocking confession of a true wolf in sheep's clothing – who was living a double life that had fooled everyone around him…including the police.
How to support:
For extra perks including exclusive content, early release, and ad-free episodes -
Go to - Patreon
How to connect:
Website
Please check out our sponsors and help support the podcast:
Nutrafol - Start your hair growth journey with Nutrafol. For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners ten dollars off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code MADNESS
Mint Mobile - For premium wireless plans starting at $15 a month go to mintmobile.com/madness
Smalls - For a limited time only, get 35% off plus an additional 50% off your first order when you head to Smalls.com and use code MADNESS.
Masterclass - See MasterClass’s latest deal–at least 15% off–at MasterClass.com/MADNESS
Cremo - Head to Target or Target.com to find Cremo’s new line of antiperspirants and deodorants in the Italian Bergamont and Palo Santo scents.
IQBAR - IQBAR is offering our special podcast listeners twenty percent off all IQBAR products, plus get FREE shipping. To get your twenty percent off, text MADNESS to 64000.
Quince - Upgrade your wardrobe with pieces made to last with Quince. Go to Quince.com/madness for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.
Research & Writing:
Ryan Deininger
Editing:
Aiden Wolf
Sources:
LIVE: Opening Statements - TX v. Ortiz - Border Patrol Serial Killer Trial
LIVE: TX v. ORTIZ - Border Patrol Serial Killer Trial - Day 2
LIVE: TX v. ORTIZ - Border Patrol Serial Killer Trial - Day 3
LIVE: TX v. ORTIZ - Border Patrol Serial Killer Trial - Day 4
LIVE: TX v. ORTIZ - Border Patrol Serial Killer Trial - Day 5
LIVE: TX v. ORTIZ - Border Patrol Serial Killer Trial - Day 6
LIVE: TX v. ORTIZ - Border Patrol Serial Killer Trial - Day 7
LIVE: TX v. ORTIZ - Border Patrol Serial Killer Trial - Closing Arguments
LIVE: TX v. ORTIZ - Border Patrol Serial Killer Trial - Verdict
A serial killer at the border – and the women who stood up to him
Border Patrol agent's arrest for 'serial killer' murders rocks Laredo
The border patrol serial killer: South Texas Crime Stories
3 years after crimes, border serial killer suspect still awaits trial
Open Court: ex-Border Patrol agent accused of murdering 4 women
Potential victim of accused serial killer testifies against former Border Patrol agent
Webb County prosecutor quits in middle of trial
Jurors hear ex-Border Patrol agent's confession in killings
Ex-Border Patrol agent cries while phone call from him to wife is heard in court
Juror dismissed from trial of ex-Border Patrol agent after fainting
The Border Patrol serial killer: The trial and sentencing
Jury finds ex-Border Patrol supervisor guilty of killing four Laredo women
Inside the hunt into Border Patrol agent who targeted sex workers in killing spree
Ex-Border Patrol agent convicted of killing 4 women in Texas
Wikipedia
Exclusive: How borderland detectives first discovered Juan David Ortiz's serial killings
Face to Face with Evil: A Woma
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