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The Tragic Story of Sylvia Likens
This podcast episode tells the tragic story of Sylvia Likens, who endured unimaginable abuse and torture at the hands of her caretaker and caretaker's children. The host discusses the details of her abuse and reflects on the lack of justice served to her abusers.
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Gertrude Baniszewski, along with her children and some neighborhood kids, tortured and murdered 16-year-old Sylvia Likens over several months in the 1960s.
25:53 - 27:05 (01:11)
Summary
Gertrude Baniszewski, along with her children and some neighborhood kids, tortured and murdered 16-year-old Sylvia Likens over several months in the 1960s. The case is still considered one of the most horrific crimes in Indiana's history.
ChapterThe Tragic Story of Sylvia Likens
EpisodeGertrude Baniszewski - The Worst Lady I've Heard Of
PodcastMurder, Mystery & Makeup
The speaker reflects on the heartbreaking story of Sylvia Likens, who was horrifically abused and murdered by her caretakers, and expresses frustration that they were able to change their names and start new lives after serving their sentences.
27:05 - 27:47 (00:42)
Summary
The speaker reflects on the heartbreaking story of Sylvia Likens, who was horrifically abused and murdered by her caretakers, and expresses frustration that they were able to change their names and start new lives after serving their sentences.