The Hitman’s Handbook: When DIY Murder Goes off the Rails

(Summer recording had to be from a distance, and not in person. We apologize for the change in sound quality for this episode!) Think hiring a hitman is as easy as ordering takeout? Well, some people definitely think so. From clueless criminals turning to the dark web (spoiler: it’s usually an FBI sting) to hiring an undercover cop instead of a killer, the world of contract killing is filled with more blunders than blockbusters. In this episode of Crime Clueless - Criminals Perspective Series, we’re diving into the hilariously inept, downright bizarre, and occasionally terrifying cases of hitman-for-hire gone horribly wrong. We’ll break down: Why real hitmen aren’t advertising on Craigslist (but cops are watching) The wild story of the Rent-A-Hitman website—and why so many people fall for it Cases where the would-be assassin turned informant instead of pulling the trigger The shocking and insanely stupid mistakes that got murder-for-hire plots exposed Turns out, plotting the perfect crime is way harder than the movies make it look. Tune in as we unpack the ultimate guide on what not to do when hiring a hitman (not that you should). Don’t be clueless—just press play. Check out our blog for more information on this episode and the resources used here Find Crime Clueless socials, website, and more here  Thank you for listening - we are grateful for you! Support Crime Clueless - Buy Me A Coffee Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.