The McMartin Files: America’s Darkest Witch Hunt

In this chilling deep dive, The Serial Killer Files by Skoob unpacks one of America’s most infamous criminal trials — the McMartin Preschool case. What began in 1983 as an allegation of child abuse quickly spiraled into a full-blown national panic, fueled by fear, suggestion, and sensational media coverage.

Discover how flawed investigations, manipulated child interviews, and a wave of satanic hysteria turned ordinary lives into a modern-day witch hunt. From secret tunnels to the longest trial in U.S. history, this episode explores how moral panic can destroy families, warp justice, and reshape an entire era.

🎧 Tune in for a gripping exploration of memory, fear, and the price of collective hysteria.

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