In 2007, the world was rocked by the shocking revelation that a respected and decorated professional wrestler had murdered his wife and young son before taking his own life inside their suburban Georgia home.

As the story unfolded, it exposed a deeply tragic mix of steroid and drug abuse, unprocessed grief, chronic head trauma, and a volatile home life. Together, these forces created a perfect storm—one that led to a devastating mental collapse and the loss of three lives.

References:

Autopsyfiles.org - Chris Benoit Autopsy Report

Autopsyfiles.org - Nancy Benoit Autopsy Report

Benoit case - CID Case file - REDACTED.pdf - Google Drive

Chris & Nancy: The True Story of the Benoit Murder-Suicide and Pro Wrestling's Cocktail of Death: Muchnick, Irvin: 9781550229028: Amazon.com: Books

The Chris Benoit 911 Calls

Original redacted 2007 Chris Benoit police files : r/masskillers

Wrestler Chris Benoit's doctor gets 10 years in prison - ESPN

05-12-09.pdf

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When several women are lured to Boston hotel rooms by a charming med student offering massages, only to be robbed—or worse—the city begins to unravel a chilling pattern. Behind the polished smile and prestigious future of Philip Markoff lies a secret life fueled by obsession, violence, and a terrifying double identity. In this episode of Koltergeist, we dive into the twisted case of the so-called "Craigslist Killer"—a man who seemed to have it all, yet harbored a darkness no one saw coming.

References:

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1668674/

https://www.bostonherald.com/2010/08/16/the-craigslist-killing-a-timeline/

https://www.biography.com/crime-figure/philip-markoff

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In 1996, the peace of Shenandoah National Park was shattered by a gruesome discovery: the bodies of Lollie Winans and Julie Williams, two young, adventurous women with serious outdoor skills, were found brutally murdered near their campsite. They weren’t just victims—they were fearless, badass trailblazers who felt at home in the wild. As the investigation unfolded, it exposed more than just a killer. It revealed a deeper darkness: a culture of hate, fear, and prejudice, and more than one predator lurking in the shadows. But this story doesn’t end in silence—it ends in karma, long overdue and fiercely deserved.

References:

Jun 05, 1996, page 15 - The Grand Rapids Press at Newspapers.com

Apr 12, 2002, page A1 - Richmond Times-Dispatch at Newspapers.com

Apr 11, 2002, page 7 - St. Cloud Times at Newspapers.com

Jan 01, 2006, page 2 - Potomac News at Newspapers.com

Jun 05, 1996, page 1 - The Patriot-News at Newspapers.com

Sep 19, 1996, page 1 - Culpeper Star-Exponent at Newspapers.com

Apr 11, 2002, page 7 - St. Cloud Times at Newspapers.com

40 Years of Empowering Women Travelers | Adventures in Good Company

Jul 20, 2003, page 7 - The Roanoke Times at Newspapers.com

Trailed: One Woman's Quest to Solve the Shenandoah Murders: Miles, Kathryn: 9781616209094: Amazon.com: Books

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