Chapter
The Horrifying Crimes of Gary Heidnik
18:02 - 30:20 (12:17)
Gary Heidnik kidnapped, tortured, and brutally murdered six women in Philadelphia in the late 1980s. He also engaged in acts of sexual violence and cannibalism, and was ultimately sentenced to death for his heinous crimes.
Clips
Deborah Kammerer was held captive by an abusive boyfriend who electrocuted her in a water-filled coffin, but she managed to survive.
18:02 - 21:21 (03:19)
Summary
Deborah Kammerer was held captive by an abusive boyfriend who electrocuted her in a water-filled coffin, but she managed to survive. Her captor threatened her and told her he would behave insanely in court, should she seek help.
ChapterThe Horrifying Crimes of Gary Heidnik
EpisodeThe Hole
PodcastSword and Scale Nightmares
Josefina Rivera's escape led to the discovery of the horrific crimes committed by Gary Heidnik, who held her and others captive in his basement where he subjected them to torture and cannibalism.
21:21 - 25:51 (04:30)
Summary
Josefina Rivera's escape led to the discovery of the horrific crimes committed by Gary Heidnik, who held her and others captive in his basement where he subjected them to torture and cannibalism.
ChapterThe Horrifying Crimes of Gary Heidnik
EpisodeThe Hole
PodcastSword and Scale Nightmares
During his trial, Gary's lawyers tried to make him look like a Charles Manson, and argued that their client was insane at the time of the murders in the hopes of avoiding the death penalty.
25:51 - 30:20 (04:28)
Summary
During his trial, Gary's lawyers tried to make him look like a Charles Manson, and argued that their client was insane at the time of the murders in the hopes of avoiding the death penalty. Ultimately, Heidnik was found guilty and executed for his horrific crimes.