EPISODE · Aug 27, 2025 · 41 MIN
The Stalking of Dave Kroupa– Ep. 83
from Crisis & Consequences · host Escape Pod
Imagine meeting someone new, sparks fly, but then your life spirals into a nightmare of endless texts, vandalism, and a murder mystery that sounds straight out of a thriller. This is the chilling true story of Dave Kroupa, a man who found himself at the center of one of the wildest stalking cases of all time. Highlights Include: A Love Triangle Turns Deadly: Dave Kroupa’s casual dating life spirals into chaos after meeting Cari Farver—who vanishes just days into their relationship. Stalked by a Ghost: Dave and his ex Liz Golyar are bombarded with thousands of threatening messages from someone claiming to be Cari… but no one has seen her in years. A Mother’s Intuition: Cari’s mom, Nancy, refuses to believe her daughter would abandon her son, sparking a deeper investigation. Detectives with Fresh Eyes: A cold case team reopens the file and uncovers disturbing clues that point to a twisted impersonation. The Real Stalker Revealed: Liz Golyar, once the victim, is exposed as the mastermind behind the harassment—and possibly Cari’s murder. Digital Deception & Forensic Breakthroughs: From masked IP addresses to blood hidden under a car seat, the truth finally surfaces. Justice for Cari: A haunting tale of obsession, manipulation, and the relentless pursuit of answers. Resources & Links Netflix, Lover, Stalker, Killer (2024) The Mysterious Murder of Cari Farver and How Digital Evidence Helped Crack the Case Horrific Stalking Case Was Jealous Lover's Cover for Murder ‘It can happen to anyone’: Man Shares Story of Stalking, Survival at Omaha Women’s Event Pictures of Liz Golyar (left) and Cari Farver (right) in Netflix's "Lover, Stalker, Killer." NetflixDave Kroupa Netflix Sign up to be a Patron today! Get access to the Patron-Only Facebook Group, Bonus Episodes, and more. https://www.escapepod.live Do you have a story that you want to share with EscapePod? Or do you just want to reach out to us with your comments and thoughts? General mail: [email protected] Submit listener stories: [email protected] On Social Media Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EscapePod.traumedy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/escape_pod_podcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Escape_Pod_podcast/videos
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Imagine meeting someone new, sparks fly, but then your life spirals into a nightmare of endless texts, vandalism, and a murder mystery that sounds straight out of a thriller. This is the chilling true story of Dave Kroupa, a man who found himself at the center of one of the wildest stalking cases of all time. Highlights Include: A Love Triangle Turns Deadly: Dave Kroupa’s casual dating life spirals into chaos after meeting Cari Farver—who vanishes just days into their relationship. Stalked by a Ghost: Dave and his ex Liz Golyar are bombarded with thousands of threatening messages from someone claiming to be Cari… but no one has seen her in years. A Mother’s Intuition: Cari’s mom, Nancy, refuses to believe her daughter would abandon her son, sparking a deeper investigation. Detectives with Fresh Eyes: A cold case team reopens the file and uncovers disturbing clues that point to a twisted impersonation. The Real Stalker Revealed: Liz Golyar, once the victim, is exposed as the mastermind behind the harassment—and possibly Cari’s murder. Digital Deception & Forensic Breakthroughs: From masked IP addresses to blood hidden under a car seat, the truth finally surfaces. Justice for Cari: A haunting tale of obsession, manipulation, and the relentless pursuit of answers. Resources & Links Netflix, Lover, Stalker, Killer (2024) The Mysterious Murder of Cari Farver and How Digital Evidence Helped Crack the Case Horrific Stalking Case Was Jealous Lover's Cover for Murder ‘It can happen to anyone’: Man Shares Story of Stalking, Survival at Omaha Women’s Event Pictures of Liz Golyar (left) and Cari Farver (right) in Netflix's "Lover, Stalker, Killer." NetflixDave Kroupa Netflix Sign up to be a Patron today! Get access to the Patron-Only Facebook Group, Bonus Episodes, and more. https://www.escapepod.live Do you have a story that you want to share with EscapePod? Or do you just want to reach out to us with your comments and thoughts? General mail: [email protected] Submit listener stories: [email protected] On Social Media Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EscapePod.traumedy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/escape_pod_podcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Escape_Pod_podcast/videos
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