The Bathtub Killer: Dale Scheanette’s Reign of Terror

In this chilling episode of Deep Dark South, Raven and Eric examine the terrifying case of Dale Scheanette, the so-called Bathtub Killer who stalked women in Arlington, Texas, during the late 1990s.Starting with the 1996 murders of Christine Vu and Wendie Prescott, Scheanette’s crimes sent shockwaves through the Peachtree Apartments community. Both women were found bound, assaulted, and strangled in their bathtubs—months apart, yet eerily similar. The killings sparked fear across the region and prompted a desperate hunt for a predator who seemed to vanish without a trace.Between 1998 and 1999, Scheanette attacked at least four more women, some of whom bravely survived to testify against him. A chance arrest during a burglary finally revealed his fingerprints and DNA, linking him to the murders. Despite a “good upbringing” defense, Scheanette showed no remorse, offering only cryptic final words before his 2009 execution.Raven and Eric break down the investigation, survivor stories, and the unsettling psychology behind a killer who inflicted terror simply because he wanted to.⚠️ Content WarningThis episode contains discussion of sexual assault, murder, and graphic violence.Listener discretion is strongly advised.Support the show & keep the stories alive.Join us on Patreon for early access to episodes, behind-the-scenes content, and bonus case discussions.Prefer a one-time gesture? You can help fund ongoing research at BuyMeACoffee.com/DeepDarkSouth.Every contribution helps shine a light on unsolved and underreported cases. 🕯️💜