The Frightening Story of Lauren McCluskey

This episode details the tragic 2018 murder of Lauren McCluskey, a distinguished student-athlete at the University of Utah who was killed by a man she briefly dated. After discovering her boyfriend was a registered sex offender living under a false identity, McCluskey ended the relationship and repeatedly sought protection from campus authorities regarding his escalating harassment. The narrative highlights systemic failures by the University of Utah Police, including a refusal to conduct background checks or act on reports of extortion and stalking. While the perpetrator took his own life following the crime, the university eventually acknowledged its negligence and reached a multi-million dollar settlement with the victim's family. Today, the Lauren McCluskey Foundation utilizes these funds to advocate for improved campus safety and better institutional responses to victims of domestic violence.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/murder-files-unsealed--6017387/support.This episode includes AI-generated content.