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Ep 179: Pt 4 Killer in the House- Reporter/Author Kathryn Canavan Speaks!

from Murder Shelf Book Club Podcast · host Jill, Host of the Murder Shelf Book Club Podcast

Part 4:  In this fourth installment of KILLER IN THE HOUSE,  Jill chats with reporter and true crime author Katherine Canavan about her book, exploring the 1976 murders of the Abt family in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. Canavan shares insights from her in-depth research, including her personal eyewitness account. The conversation highlights looking back on the case after 50 years, the devastating impact on survivors, the community's fear during the manhunt, and the troubled background of convicted killer George Geschwendt. She discusses the investigative efforts leading to his confession despite the limitations of 1970s policing. Additionally, Canavan emphasizes the importance of honoring victims and survivors. This episode is essential listening for true crime fans and those interested in the human stories behind these tragic events.  Anyone with information on the double homicide of Ed and Marguerite Vogenberger can call the Bucks County Detectives at 215-348-6354.   Buy Kathryn Canavan's book, Killer in the House: Ten Days of Terror in the Pennsylvania Suburbs on AMAZON or BARNES and NOBLE. Thinking about going to Crimecon 2027? Use Jill's code   murdershelf    and save 10% on your badge! Jill's Merch shop is open! https://www.jusaskjan.com/murder-shelf-book-club Join Jill on PATREON for free, or $2- $4 and help pick our next book and talk true crime!      www.patreon.com/murdershelfbookclub Sources, photographs, and information can be found on Jill's Blog July 2026! https://www.murdershelfbookclub.com/2026/07/

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