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After Nearly A Decade, A Suspect Has Been Arrested For The Long Island ‘Gilgo Beach’ Murders

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Back in 2010, the missing person case of Shannan Gilbert ended up leading officials to a horrific discovery. 11 bodies were found. The suspect Rex Heuermann, 59, was officially arrested Thursday and was charged with the 3 murders of 3 women named Amber Lynn Costello, 27, Megan Waterman, 22, and Melissa Barthelemy, 24.

He has also been named the prime suspect in the murder of Maureen Brainard-Barnes, 25. Heuermann has pleaded not guilty to the 3 charges of 1st-degree murder and 3 charges of 2nd-degree murder against him. The judge ordered him to be held without bail.

Suspect Mugshot taken at Suffolk County Police Department

A chaotic, chilling 911 call ultimately led to the discovery of these victims. Shannon Gilbert, 24, called frantically stating “Something is going to happen to me … there’s somebody after me… please”. The search for her ended 8 months later but while looking for her body they found the remains of other victims who were women over the next couple of days.

Law enforcement search on Oak Beach back in 2011 provided by Andrew Gombert

“Rex Heuermann is a demon that walks amongst us, a predator that ruined families” is what was said by Suffolk County Police Commissioner Rodney Harrison on Friday. He stated that “Even with this arrest, we’re not done. There is more work to do in this investigation regarding the other victims of the Gilgo Beach bodies that were discovered” Some of the remains were found as far back as 1996.

According to court documents, they stated that the suspect would search for updates in the investigation. He would search for images of the victims and their families. He also searched “Why hasn’t the long island serial killer been caught” and updates on the investigation.

Suspect selfies provided by Suffolk District Attorney

One of the pieces of evidence used to connect him to the murders includes burner phones that were used to contact the sex workers and then discarded after they were killed. An email that was used with these burner phones was linked to thousands of searches that were related to sex workers, sadistic torture-related pornography, and child pornography. The burner phones were tracked to Massapequa Park, which is where the suspect lives.

Some more evidence being used to link him to these murders was strands of hair. A hair was found in a burlap bound on one of the victims and was tested to be a DNA match to the suspect. It was found to be a match based on a DNA sample retrieved from a crust in a pizza box that was discarded. Another strand of hair found on 3 of the victims was tested and belonged to suspect’s wife. It has been stated that they believe that it fell off the suspect’s clothing. According to the court filing, she was out of the state at the time these 3 murders took place.

Pizza crust evidence discovered in trash provided by Suffolk District Attorney

Another piece of evidence was provided by a witness that stated that they had seen a Chevrolet Avalanche being driven by a man with one of the victims inside. It was later discovered that a Chevrolet Avalanche was registered to the suspect.

Images of the 4 victims suspect is convicted of murdering provided by Suffolk County Police Department

The 11 victims include 10 adult females and one female toddler. Some of the other victims were named Jessica Taylor, Valerie Mack, and Shannan Gilbert. They were all females in their 20s. Of the four victims that been connected to the suspect, they were similar as they were all sex workers and petite. It was also stated that the crime scenes had similarities as the victims were found bound at the head, and that their midsection and legs were covered with a camouflage burlap.

All the victim’s remains were found near Gilgo Beach. More specifically near Ocean Park across a stretch of highway between Nassau and Suffolk county. Six of the victims were found less than a mile apart from each other. Some remains that were partly found on Fire Island, are still unknown. Not all the names of the victims have been released as of this moment.

Image of where victims were found provided by New York Post

Some neighbors said they were shocked to find out that Rex Heuermann was the suspect in this case. He is married and has 2 children. They were described as loners, but everyone was friendly. He had been an architect for Manhattan since 1987.

One neighbor Devilliers told the news station “We’ve been here for about 30 years, and the guy’s been quiet, never really bothers anybody. We were kind of shocked, to tell you the truth.” He later stated, “Like I said, we’re shocked. Because this is a very, very quiet neighborhood. Everybody knows each other, all of our neighbors, we’re all friendly. It’s never been a problem at all”.

Image of neighbors and townspeople provided by AP

Other neighbors weren’t so optimistic. Neighbor Libardi says, “This house sticks out like a sore thumb. There were overgrown shrubs, there was always wood in front of the house. It was very creepy. I wouldn’t send my child there.” Neighbor Auslander stated “It was weird. He looked like a businessman. But his house is a dump.”

If convicted on the current charges, the suspect would serve several life sentences. The case is currently still ongoing. We give our condolences to the families of the victims through this difficult time. What are your thoughts on this case? Let us know in the comments below. You can also check out news reports on this case below.

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Man Arrested for Allegedly Taking a Severed Leg From Crash Site And Eating It

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A local California news station reported late last month that a man was being held in custody for allegedly taking the severed leg of a deceased train wreck victim and eating it. Be warned, this is a very disturbing and graphic story.

It happened on March 25 in Wasco, Calif. in a horrible Amtrak train accident a pedestrian was struck and killed and one of his legs was severed. 

According to KUTV a man named Resendo Tellez, 27, stole the body part from the impact site. 

A construction worker named Jose Ibarra who was an eyewitness to the theft revealed to officers one very grim detail. 

“I’m not sure from where, but he walked this way and he was waving a person’s leg. And he started chewing on it over there, he was biting it and he was hitting it against the wall and everything,” said Ibarra.

Caution, the following picture is graphic:

Resendo Tellez

Police found Tellez and he willingly went with them. He had outstanding warrants and now faces charges of stealing evidence from an active investigation.

Ibarra says Tellez walked past him with the detached limb. He describes what he saw in lurid detail, “On the leg, the skin was hanging. You could see the bone.”

The Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) police arrived on the scene to begin their own investigation.

According to a follow-up report by KGET News, Tellez was known throughout the neighborhood as homeless and non-threatening. A liquor store employee said she knew of him because he slept in a doorway near the business and was also a frequent customer.

Court records say that Tellez took the detached lower limb, “because he thought the leg was his.”

There are also reports that a video exists of the incident. It was circulating on social media, but we won’t provide it here.

The Kern County Sherriff’s office had no follow-up report as of this writing.


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Woman Brings Corpse Into Bank To Sign Loan Papers

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Warning: This is a disturbing story.

You have to be pretty desperate for money to do what this Brazilian woman did at the bank to get a loan. She wheeled in a fresh corpse to endorse the contract and she seemingly thought the bank employees wouldn’t notice. They did.

This weird and disturbing story comes via ScreenGeek an entertainment digital publication. They write that a woman identified as Erika de Souza Vieira Nunes pushed a man she identified as her uncle into the bank pleading with him to sign loan papers for $3,400. 

If you’re squeamish or easily triggered, be aware that the video captured of the situation is disturbing. 

Latin America’s largest commercial network, TV Globo, reported on the crime, and according to ScreenGeek this is what Nunes says in Portuguese during the attempted transaction. 

“Uncle, are you paying attention? You must sign [the loan contract]. If you don’t sign, there’s no way, as I cannot sign on your behalf!”

She then adds: “Sign so you can spare me further headaches; I can’t bear it any longer.” 

At first we thought this might be a hoax, but according to Brazilian police, the uncle, 68-year-old Paulo Roberto Braga had passed away earlier that day.

 “She attempted to feign his signature for the loan. He entered the bank already deceased,” Police Chief Fábio Luiz said in an interview with TV Globo. “Our priority is to continue investigating to identify other family members and gather more information regarding this loan.”

If convicted Nunes could be facing jail time on charges of fraud, embezzlement, and desecration of a corpse.

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HBO’s “The Jinx – Part Two” Unveils Unseen Footage and Insights Into Robert Durst Case [Trailer]

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HBO, in collaboration with Max, has just released the trailer for “The Jinx – Part Two,” marking the return of the network’s exploration into the enigmatic and controversial figure, Robert Durst. This six-episode docuseries is set to premiere on Sunday, April 21, at 10 p.m. ET/PT, promising to unveil new information and hidden materials that have emerged in the eight years following Durst’s high-profile arrest.

The Jinx Part Two – Official Trailer

“The Jinx: The Life and Deaths of Robert Durst,” the original series directed by Andrew Jarecki, captivated audiences in 2015 with its deep dive into the life of the real estate heir and the dark cloud of suspicion surrounding him in connection with several murders. The series concluded with a dramatic turn of events as Durst was apprehended for the murder of Susan Berman in Los Angeles, just hours before the final episode was broadcast.

The forthcoming series, “The Jinx – Part Two,” aims to delve deeper into the investigation and trial that unfolded in the years after Durst’s arrest. It will feature never-before-seen interviews with Durst’s associates, recorded phone calls, and interrogation footage, offering an unprecedented look into the case.

Charles Bagli, a journalist for the New York Times, shared in the trailer, “As ‘The Jinx’ aired, Bob and I spoke after every episode. He was very nervous, and I thought to myself, ‘He’s gonna run.’” This sentiment was mirrored by District Attorney John Lewin, who added, “Bob was gonna flee the country, never to return.” However, Durst did not flee, and his arrest marked a significant turning point in the case.

The series promises to showcase the depth of Durst’s expectation for loyalty from his friends while he was behind bars, despite facing serious charges. A snippet from a phone call where Durst advises, “But you don’t tell them s–t,” hints at the complex relationships and dynamics at play.

Andrew Jarecki, reflecting on the nature of Durst’s alleged crimes, stated, “You don’t kill three people over 30 years and get away with it in a vacuum.” This commentary suggests the series will explore not only the crimes themselves but the broader network of influence and complicity that may have enabled Durst’s actions.

Contributors to the series include a wide range of figures involved in the case, such as Deputy District Attorneys of Los Angeles Habib Balian, defense attorneys Dick DeGuerin and David Chesnoff, and journalists who have covered the story extensively. The inclusion of judges Susan Criss and Mark Windham, as well as jury members and friends and associates of both Durst and his victims, promises a comprehensive perspective on the proceedings.

Robert Durst himself has commented on the attention the case and the documentary have garnered, stating he is “getting his own 15 minutes [of fame], and it is gargantuan.”

“The Jinx – Part Two” is anticipated to offer an insightful continuation of Robert Durst’s story, revealing new facets of the investigation and trial that have not been seen before. It stands as a testament to the ongoing intrigue and complexity surrounding Durst’s life and the legal battles that followed his arrest.

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