Episode

INFAMOUS: D.C. Sniper
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44:31
Published: Mon Nov 04 2019
Description

For three weeks in October 2002, the nation's capital region was paralyzed with fear as a series of deadly sniper attacks killed innocent people across Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia. This week, we partnered with the FBI to bring you this episode and to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the first African-American agent joining the Bureau. Together with a very special guest from the FBI, we delve into the case of the notorious DC Sniper. For current Fan Club membership options and policies, please visit https://crimejunkieapp.com/library/. Sources for this episode cannot be listed here due to character limitations. For a full list of sources, please visit: https://crimejunkiepodcast.com/infamous-dc-sniper/ 

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Host Ashley Flowers is joined by retired FBI agent Kevin Lewis, who shares the details of the biggest case of his career.
00:00 - 00:46 (00:46)
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True Crime
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Host Ashley Flowers is joined by retired FBI agent Kevin Lewis, who shares the details of the biggest case of his career.

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Retired Special Agent Kevin Lewis discusses the FBI's background check system and its importance in preventing violent crimes, as well as the upcoming 20th anniversary of the shooting at a Lockheed Martin facility in Maryland.
00:46 - 05:40 (04:54)
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FBI
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Retired Special Agent Kevin Lewis discusses the FBI's background check system and its importance in preventing violent crimes, as well as the upcoming 20th anniversary of the shooting at a Lockheed Martin facility in Maryland.

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The FBI differentiates between serial killers and spree killers, because unlike serial killers who have this cooling off period between victims, spree killers don't rest and basically they keep going until they're stopped.
05:40 - 12:09 (06:29)
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Crime
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The FBI differentiates between serial killers and spree killers, because unlike serial killers who have this cooling off period between victims, spree killers don't rest and basically they keep going until they're stopped. The Montgomery County School District, which is the eighth largest in the country at the time, issues a code blue for all public schools under its jurisdiction.

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The Department of Justice oversees federal law enforcement agencies such as the FBI, ATF, and US Marshals.
12:09 - 17:41 (05:31)
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Department of Justice
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The Department of Justice oversees federal law enforcement agencies such as the FBI, ATF, and US Marshals. They work with profilers to create profiles of suspects, which is used in solving crimes such as snipers.

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The investigation of Linda's murder had a lead from an eyewitness with what seemed like good information, but also received a call on the tip line while the media coverage sparked a concerned person to call in as well.
17:41 - 23:20 (05:38)
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Investigation
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The investigation of Linda's murder had a lead from an eyewitness with what seemed like good information, but also received a call on the tip line while the media coverage sparked a concerned person to call in as well.

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Lee, a 16-year-old boy, was held captive by John, who took on the role of a father and teacher, teaching Lee his version of Islam, a new diet, exercise routine, and everything about weapons, converting him to his cult-like way of life.
23:20 - 30:31 (07:11)
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True Crime
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Lee, a 16-year-old boy, was held captive by John, who took on the role of a father and teacher, teaching Lee his version of Islam, a new diet, exercise routine, and everything about weapons, converting him to his cult-like way of life. According to John's youngest daughter, Lee is introduced as their new brother, and John becomes his parental authority.

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The speaker talks about the investigation process of a crime that involves piecing together evidence and working together with various agencies.
30:31 - 39:41 (09:09)
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Crime Investigation
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The speaker talks about the investigation process of a crime that involves piecing together evidence and working together with various agencies.

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The speaker expresses gratitude towards Kevin Lewis, a retired special agent who dedicated his life in serving the country, and acknowledges the sacrifices made by law enforcement officials who put their lives at risk to protect citizens.
39:41 - 44:19 (04:38)
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Law enforcement
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The speaker expresses gratitude towards Kevin Lewis, a retired special agent who dedicated his life in serving the country, and acknowledges the sacrifices made by law enforcement officials who put their lives at risk to protect citizens.

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