The Case of Richard Chase, The Vampire of Sacramento

from Criminal, Interrupted · host Sophie Imogen

Richard Chase was an American serial killer, cannibal and necrophile who killed six people in Sacramento, California, between December 1977 and January 1978. Chase became known as ‘The Vampire of Sacramento,’ a name born from the horror of his crimes. Content Warning:This episode contains descriptions of extreme violence, including murder, sexual assault, and crimes involving children and animals. These details are deeply disturbing, and while I will avoid sensationalism, the facts themselves are difficult to hear. Please take care of yourself while listening, and step away if you need to. The victims deserve to be remembered, but your wellbeing matters too.Wikipedia - Richard Chase Crime Museum - “Dracula Killer” murders four peopleCriminal Minds Wiki - Richard ChaseTrue Lives Youtube - Richard Chase: The Vampire Of Sacramento (Born To Kill) | Our LifeExplore With Us Youtube - He Hunted His Victims Down To Turn Them Into Smoothies: The Dark Case of Richard Chase

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