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EPISODE · May 25, 2026 · 1H 17M

Season 8 William George Bonin Episode 5 “The Freeway Killer And Monsters Who Rode Along”

from Murder Phone · host Tony Ciaglia

William Bonin wasn’t the only monster inside the Murder Van.In Episode 5 of Murder Phone, we dive into the twisted world of the accomplices who didn’t just witness the horror — they became part of it. Men like Vernon Butts, a predator who needed no corruption, and Gregory Miley, a seemingly normal young man who climbed into Bonin’s orbit and slowly transformed into something terrifying.This episode follows the brutal escalation of violence as 17-year-old Markus Grabs, far from his home in West Germany, crossed paths with the Freeway Killer. Seventy-seven stab wounds later, another life was discarded along the California highways.But this isn’t just the story of William Bonin.t’s the story of weak men, broken men, willing men — shadows standing beside pure evil.We examine how Gregory Miley allegedly evolved from troubled follower to active participant in murders involving children like Charles Miranda and James McCabe, embracing Bonin’s infamy like a badge of honor.And then came the moment that should have ended everything.August 9th, 1979. Bonin was arrested again — caught molesting a 17-year-old boy in Dana Point. A blatant parole violation. A guaranteed return to prison.Except it wasn’t.The Monster slipped through the cracks AGAIN!Standard Legal Disclaimer for Murder Phone:“The content of this podcast, including all phone calls, interviews, and original commentary, is the exclusive property of Murder Phone Podcasts, You Tube Video,Ciaglia Productions and Murder Phone LLC and any and all Murder Phone Productions. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or redistribution of any part of this show—including but not limited to recorded calls with incarcerated individuals—is strictly prohibited and may result in legal action.All audio recordings featured in this podcast are used with permission and are protected under copyright law. Any individual or entity using our original material without express written consent will be subject to copyright infringement claims and DMCA takedown notices.Murder Phone is more than a podcast—it’s a protected body of work. Respect it, or face the consequences.”

William Bonin wasn’t the only monster inside the Murder Van. In Episode 5 of Murder Phone, we dive into the twisted world of the accomplices who didn’t just witness the horror — they became part of it. Men like Vernon Butts, a predator who needed no corruption, and Gregory Miley, a seemingly normal young man who climbed into Bonin’s orbit and slowly transformed into something terrifying. This episode follows the brutal escalation of violence as 17-year-old Markus Grabs, far from his home in W...

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