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The Redhead Murders

The Redhead Murders

By: Shane Waters
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The Redhead Murders unearths the chilling, true story of a forgotten series of killings that terrorized the highways of America in the 1980s. This season follows Shane Waters, a relentless investigator who has spent years tracking the twisted trail of an elusive serial killer targeting red-haired, vulnerable women—often overlooked, often nameless. These "Jane Does" were found discarded along remote stretches of road, their stories untold and justice elusive. Shane’s pursuit of truth sheds light on the shadowed corners of society and the lives of those left behind, blending raw storytelling with meticulous research to expose not just the mystery of their deaths, but the systemic neglect that allowed this predator to go unchecked.

Join Shane as he reveals exclusive insights from case files, interviews, and his own investigations into this haunting case. As the season unfolds, listeners will dive into America’s dark underbelly, unraveling the harrowing details behind each victim's story and the chilling psyche of a killer who preyed on society’s most vulnerable. The Redhead Murders is more than a journey into the past—it's a call to remember, to uncover, and to bring justice to the forgotten.

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Episodes
  • 5: Edge of Darkness

    5: Edge of Darkness
    Oct 26 2024

    In Episode 5 of The Redhead Murders, we follow the chilling journey of Jane Doe #7 as she escapes the clutches of death on a dark stretch of Tennessee’s I-40. Her harrowing ordeal unfolds in the dead of night, where survival became a desperate, razor-thin line between life and death. Attacked with a terrifying intensity, she suffered brutal injuries but found refuge in an unlikely place along the desolate median. This episode dives into the psychological and forensic aftermath, spotlighting her courage and resilience in the face of unimaginable horror.

    This season is Season 1 of Shane Waters' Foul Play: Crime Series podcast.



    Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-redhead-murders/donations
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    43 mins
  • 3: Justice in the Spotlight

    3: Justice in the Spotlight
    Oct 26 2024

    In Episode 3 of The Redhead Murders, Shane Waters highlights the transformative power of community and digital storytelling in breathing new life into a cold case. This episode follows Shane’s journey into the case of the Barbourville Jane Doe, whose story gained unexpected momentum when shared on Foul Play. As renewed interest from small-town newsrooms and crime bloggers grew, Shane teamed up with trusted ally Gemma Hoskins, whose expertise brought focus to the power of social media. Together, they launched a digital campaign that turned this once-forgotten case into a national conversation. This episode explores how collective action and crowd-sourced information can redefine the fight for justice in a digital age.

    This season is Season 1 of Shane Waters' Foul Play: Crime Series podcast.



    Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-redhead-murders/donations
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    20 mins
  • 9: Red Crosses and Lost Voices

    9: Red Crosses and Lost Voices
    Oct 26 2024

    In the season finale of The Redhead Murders, Shane Waters returns to a question woven throughout this journey: How do we honor those society has forgotten? Driven by the need to acknowledge the lives lost, Shane plants red crosses for each victim of the Redhead Murders—a powerful act of remembrance defying the anonymity that often shrouds their stories. This episode contemplates the significance of memorials, challenging us to remember and care for those marginalized and overlooked. Join us in this heartfelt conclusion, reflecting on the resilience of memory and the power of remembrance.

    This season is Season 1 of Shane Waters' Foul Play: Crime Series podcast.



    Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-redhead-murders/donations
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    28 mins
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