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This week, A.C. Roberts explores one of the most chilling unsolved crimes in history—the Hinterkaifeck Murders. In 1922, an entire family was brutally slaughtered on their remote Bavarian farmstead, but the most terrifying part? The killer lived among their corpses for days before vanishing into thin air. With eerie footprints, missing keys, and whispered warnings from a terrified maid, the case is filled with disturbing clues but no clear answers. Was this an act of revenge, a crime of passion, or something even darker? Join us as we break down the crime, the flawed investigation, and the most compelling theories behind Germany’s most infamous unsolved mystery.
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- Dominique Charpentier
- Benjamin Botkin
- John Hayes
- Danijel Zambo
- Holly Jones
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Sources:
- Wikipedia: "Hinterkaifeck Murders" A comprehensive overview of the Hinterkaifeck case, detailing the events, investigation, and various theories surrounding the unsolved murders.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hinterkaifeck_murders - Mental Floss: "The Chilling Story of the Hinterkaifeck Killings, Germany’s Most Famous Unsolved Crime" An article that delves into the eerie details of the case, exploring the mysterious circumstances and lasting impact of the murders.
https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/502044/chilling-story-hinterkaifeck-killings-germanys-most-famous-unsolved-crime - Dark Histories Podcast: "The Hinterkaifeck Murders" A podcast episode that provides an in-depth look into the Hinterkaifeck case, utilizing contemporary German primary sources to offer a detailed narrative.
https://www.darkhistories.com/the-hinterkaifeck-murders/ - Medium: "The Hinterkaifeck Murders: Germany's Oldest Unsolved Massacre" An article that examines the historical context and enduring mystery of the Hinterkaifeck murders, discussing various theories and the case's legacy.
https://medium.com/the-mystery-box/the-hinterkaifeck-murders-germanys-oldest-unsolved-massacre-17dea740e031 - Vocal Media: "The Hinterkaifeck Murders: Germany's Most Intriguing Unsolved Mystery" An article that provides a narrative of the events leading up to and following the murders, exploring the various theories that have emerged over the years.
https://vocal.media/criminal/the-hinterkaifeck-murders-germany-s-most-intriguing-unsolved-mystery
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