105. Confessions: The Names He Couldn’t Bury

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The Murders of Deedeh Goodarzi, Manhattan Jane Doe, Jean Reyner

In this mini-series, we will continue to honor the victims whose lives were taken by a serial killer who terrorized New York and New Jersey for 15 years. Featured on today’s episode: Deedeh Goodarzi, Manhattan Jane Doe, Jean Reyner, Valerie Ann Street, Mary Ann Carr, Nancy Vogel, Mary Ann Pryor, and Lorraine Kelly.

Richard Cottingham has been behind bars for 46 years, but some of his crimes have only recently come to light. Initially convicted of 5 homicides and multiple assaults, Cottingham is now responsible for the murders of 20 women and children.

He is likely guilty of much more, including several cold cases in New Jersey. It’s time to give the victims’ loved ones some peace.

Today, I am joined by True Crime Author & Historian Dr. Peter Vronsky.

Thank you to Robert Anzilotti and the late Jennifer Weiss.

Jane Doe has been described as a white female between 16 and 22, between 5’1” and 5’4”, weighing 100 to 110 pounds. Her clothing, found in the bathtub, is a full-length black coat, a pair of Bon Jour blue jeans (size 7-8), a pair of black patent leather boots (size 8), and a burgundy mohair sweater (size 38).

For more information about Jane Doe, visit namus: Unidentified Person Case

Content Warning: This episode includes discussions of graphic violence. Listener discretion is advised.

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Method & Madness is researched, written, hosted, & produced by Dawn Cate

Music by Tymur Khakimov from Pixabay

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Thank you to Dr. Peter Vronsky for lending his expertise and for helping to facilitate the closure of Mary Ann’s and Lorraine’s cases. Thank you to Jennifer Weiss, late daughter of victim Deedeh Goodarzi.

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FIRST OF THREE TRIALS OF JERSEYAN IN PROSTITUTE-SLAYINGS NEARS END - The New York Times

How a detective delved into the mind of N.J.’s Torso Killer to close brutal cold case murders

Torso Killer: Ailing Richard Cottingham Confesses to More Murders

'Crime Scene' reveals true depravity of 'Times Square Killer'

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Passaic, New Jersey · Sunday, May 02, 2021

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