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EPISODE · Jul 16, 2025 · 11 MIN

The Curse of June 17, 1981

from Cold Blooded Serial, a true crime podcast · host Tika

June 17, 1981. A day soaked in violence and tragedy in Rochester, NY. In this chilling episode, we explore the haunting events that unfolded in a single 24-hour period: 🔴 A violent bank takeover on Thurston Road by William Griffin that ended in bloodshed and fear… 🔥 Firefighters ambushed in Webster, NY, responding to what they thought was a routine call… 🏀 And the brutal shooting of a group of young men, gunned down after a basketball game. Coincidence… or curse? Join me as we unravel the chaos, heartbreak, and unanswered questions that still linger decades later. 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe, like, and share this story with your fellow true crime fans.

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🩸The Curse of June 17, 1981 In just one day, Rochester was rocked by: A violent bank takeover Firefighters ambushed Young men shot after a basketball game Was it just chaos… or something darker?

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