Crimes of the Past
we dive deep into the lost, overlooked, and unsolved cases that history left behind. From chilling murders and mysterious disappearances to bizarre scandals buried in time, we uncover the true stories that never made the headlines—or were deliberately erased.
Join us as we unravel long-forgotten mysteries, explore strange and eerie cases, and shine a light on the crimes that history tried to forget.
Crimes of the Past
The Axeman of New Orleans: Jazz, Murder & America’s Most Bizarre Serial Killer
A shadowy killer terrorized New Orleans in 1918–1919, breaking into homes and slaying victims with their own axes. But when a chilling letter claimed he'd spare anyone playing jazz, the city filled with music. The Axeman was never caught.
Thanks for joining us as we explored the chilling mystery of the Villisca Ax Murders. Over a century later, the questions still linger—and the house still whispers. If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a fellow true crime fan. Until next time, stay curious... and stay safe.