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EPISODE · Mar 7, 2025 · 35 MIN

The Chameleon: The Mystery of the Bear Brook Barrel Murders

from Crimehub: A True Crime Podcast · host Crimehub Studios

In the summer of 1985, eleven-year-old Jesse Morgan stumbled upon a 55-gallon barrel in Bear Brook State Park while playing hide-and-seek, unaware that it contained the remains of a woman and child. This grim discovery would unravel a decades-long mystery involving four victims and a serial killer known as “The Chameleon,” who lived under multiple aliases to evade capture. Through breakthroughs in DNA technology and the determination of internet sleuths, police finally connected the dots, revealing a chilling tale of deception, murder, and lost identities. Tune in to Crime After Dark here:  Spotify Apple Podcasts Author: Mike Colucci * * * DISCLAIMER: This episode contains explicit content. Parental guidance is advised for children under the age of 18. Listen at your own discretion. #crimehub #truecrime #truecrimepodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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