Podcast appearances and mentions of chester weger

Hi, Curious Listener! Today's episode finds us in the small town of Apple Valley, Ohio where a massacre took place in the middle of the day. The horrific nature of the crimes rocked this community, but there is a survivor. A true hero. Today, I tell you the story of three murders and a kidnapping, of the monster who perpetrated the crime, and of the little girl who became her dad's (and a lot of other people's) hero. We also have a Chester Weger update! Sources-- Scott, Robert. The Girl in the Leaves. Berkley. 2012.  DNA bombshell 'proves' Chester Weger who spent 60 years in prison for Starved Rock murders 'is innocent' | The US Sun (the-sun.com)  Starved Rock Murders: Chester Weger Claims DNA Results Prove Innocence (rollingstone.com)  “Small Town Massacre.” Deadly Sins. Investigation Discovery.   Killer Stuffed His House With Leaves, Kept Kidnapped Girl on Bed of Leaves - ABC News (go.com)  Two women, two children missing in Ohio - CNN.com  Matthew Hoffman pleads guilty to killing three in Ohio, stuffing their bodies into a tree – New York Daily News (nydailynews.com) 

In this episode, Andy discusses the disappointing news that, despite the genetic genealogy results, the Will County State's Attorney's Office is continuing to refuse to vacate Chester Weger's conviction. For more information, documents, photos, and other assets associated with and referenced in this episode visit andyhalepodcast.com.

*Warning: This episode involves graphic discussion of violent acts and sexual assault* We wrap up our series on the Starved Rock murders by discussing Chester's confession, physical evidence reports, explore additional possible suspects, hear from an original juror and get up to speed with where Chester Weger's case stands now. Be sure to listen to part 1 & 2 before diving in. We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you're listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon  or Apple Subscriptions to gain access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch, and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website. Thank you so much to our partners, check them out! Quince: Use our link to get free shipping and 365-day returns. Reel: Use our link and code NPAD to sign up for a subscription to automatically get 30% off of your first order and free shipping. StoryWorth: Use our link to save $10 on your first purchase. BetterHelp: National Park After Dark is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off. Sources The Murders at Starved Rock (HBO Documentary Series), Chicago Sun Times, WSPY News, The Andy Hale Podcast, Rolling Stone, Daily Journal, Starved Rock Lodge, Iowa Cold Cases, Medium

*Warning: This episode involves graphic discussion of violent acts and sexual assault* In March of 1960, three friends set out for a girls trip to Starved Rock State Park. When they were discovered brutally murdered inside the park – the pressure was on to find who was responsible. After months of investigation, a state park employee confesses to the crimes and is sent to prison. Despite his initial confession, Chester Weger maintains his innocence over six decades later, and he isn't the only one. This case has it all - twists, turns and question marks, and in part 1, we are just getting started. We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you're listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon  or Apple Subscriptions to gain access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch, and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website. Thank you so much to our partners, check them out! Athena Club: Use code NPAD at checkout to get a free Gentle Body Scrub with the purchase of a Razor Kit. Or get started with Athena Club today by shopping in-store at Target nationwide. Embrace Pet Insurance: Use our link to sign up for pet insurance today! Beam: Use our link and code NPAD for up to 40% off. Microdose Gummies: Use code NPAD to get free shipping and 30% off your first order. Sources The Murders at Starved Rock (HBO Documentary Series), The Andy Hale Podcast, Chicago Magazine, Rolling Stone, Daily Journal, Starved Rock Lodge, Iowa Cold Cases, Medium

In this case update episode, Andy and Whitny discuss the court's recent ruling granting Chester Weger's petition for leave to file a successive post-conviction petition and the significance of this court ruling for the case moving forward. For more information, documents, photos, and other assets associated with and referenced in this episode visit andyhalepodcast.com.

Episode 83: The Starved Rock MurdersIn 1961, three women went on a girls trip to Starved Rock in Illinois, but never came home. A local man named Chester Weger was charged for these three murders, but even decades later, there's a lot of mystery and many question marks. Did Chester really do it? Was he part of a bigger group? Is he innocent? We discuss all of this and more.Tune in to this episode to learn more! Email us at: abouttime4tc@gmail.comFollow us on IG: about.time.for.true.crime.podDon't forget to check out our RedBubble!: atftcpod Shop | RedbubbleDon't forget to rate, follow, download, and tell a friend! Sources:HBO: The Murders at Starved RockGoogle maps lol 123456789101112

In this case update episode, Andy and Whitny discuss the court's ruling denying a new special prosecutor, Chester Weger's request for additional DNA testing and genetic genealogy testing, and the controversial “John Reid” polygraph technique. For more information, documents, photos, and other assets associated with and referenced in this episode visit andyhalepodcast.com.

Morning Cup of Murder Website: https://morningcupofmurder.com/ MERCH: https://www.bonfire.com/store/morningcupofmurder/  March 14th: Starved Rock State Park Murder Kills (1960) Some cases will always seem to have more questions than answers. On March 14th 1960 a group of friends went out for a hike and never came back. Their bizarre case is one that is still talked about today and has very little in the way of answers.  Morning Cup of Murder Season 1: https://morningcupofmurder.com/mcom-yr-1 Morning Cup of Murder Season 2: https://morningcupofmurder.com/mcom-yr-2 Join the Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/morningcupofmurder Listen to The Cryptid Catalog: (Scary stories for kids) https://open.spotify.com/show/7vwn8JNkTPOmxwRoHsVDc1 Follow Morning Cup of Murder on Twitter: @cupofmurder Follow MCOM on Instagram: @morningcupofmurder Have a Murder or strange local true crime story you want to share, or you just want to say hi? Email the show here: morningcupofmurder@gmail.com Morning Cup of Murder is researched, written, and performed by Korina Biemesderfer. Follow Korina on Instagram: @kbiemesderfer Morning Cup of Murder is Edited and Produced by Dillon Biemesderfer Follow Dillon on Instagram: @dungeonsanddillons Information for this episode collected from:  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chester_Weger, https://www.wcbu.org/local-news/2022-03-03/attorney-believes-dna-evidence-will-clear-chester-weger-in-1960-starved-rock-murders-case, https://www.halemonico.com/a-hale-news/chester-weger-and-the-starved-rock-murders/, https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/ct-starved-rock-murder-chester-weger-20211214-p34y734wbffpvizdflfu6dry7y-story.html, https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2021/dec/13/the-murders-at-starved-rock-documentary, https://www.hbo.com/murders-at-starved-rock, https://www.americanhauntingsink.com/the-starved-rock-murders

In March of 1960, Frances Murphy, Lillian Oetting and Mildred Lindquist set off for a girls' trip at Starved Rock State Park in LaSalle County, Illinois.  Just days later, the three women were found in a cave bludgeoned to death with their wrists bound.  After months of investigation and a signed confession, Chester Weger was sentenced to life in prison for the murder of the three women.  After 60 years in prison, Weger still maintains his innocence and is fighting to clear his name. Trigger Warnings: Brutal Murder (Blunt Force), Rape, Assault, Death Threats, Suicide, Animal Death Hang with us: Follow Us on Instagram Like Us on Facebook Join our Case Discussion Group on Facebook Get Killer Queens Merch Bonus Episodes Support Our AMAZING Sponsors: Canva: Collaborate with Canva for Teams! Right now, you can get a FREE 45-day extended trial when you go to Canva.me/QUEENS. Alo Moves: For a limited time, Alo Moves is offering my listeners, a free 30-day trial PLUS – get this - 50% off an annual membership. But you can only get it by going to ALOMOVES.com and use code QUEENS in all caps. © 2023 Killer Queens Podcast. All Rights Reserved Audio Production by Wayfare Recording Music provided by Steven Tobi Logo designed by Sloane Williams of The Sophisticated Crayon YouTube Editing by Jennifer Da Silva

Andy Hale, Civil Rights attorney and wrongful convictions expert, joins John Williams to explain why he wants a hearing to present new evidence that proves that his client, Chester Weger, did not commit the Starved Rock murders in 1960.

Andy Hale, Civil Rights attorney and wrongful convictions expert, joins John Williams to explain why he wants a hearing to present new evidence that proves that his client, Chester Weger, did not commit the Starved Rock murders in 1960.

Andy Hale, Civil Rights attorney and wrongful convictions expert, joins John Williams to explain why he wants a hearing to present new evidence that proves that his client, Chester Weger, did not commit the Starved Rock murders in 1960.

In March 1960, Illinois Starved Rock State Park became the site of the brutal murder and possible sexual assault of three middle-aged women who were visiting the park from nearby Chicago. Authorities quickly identified Chester Weger as the primary suspect, and he promptly confessed and was locked away for life. However, in the decades since, Weger has steadfastly maintained his innocence. Weger was paroled in 2020 after spending almost six decades in prison. Now, Weger is seeking to use DNA evidence to clear his name. His defense attorneys Andy Hale and Celeste Stack join Jonathan Amarilio and Trisha Rich to discuss the background and most recent revelations in Weger's case and make the argument for Weger's innocence.

In March 1960, Illinois Starved Rock State Park became the site of the brutal murder and possible sexual assault of three middle-aged women who were visiting the park from nearby Chicago. Authorities quickly identified Chester Weger as the primary suspect, and he promptly confessed and was locked away for life. However, in the decades since, Weger has steadfastly maintained his innocence. Weger was paroled in 2020 after spending almost six decades in prison. Now, Weger is seeking to use DNA evidence to clear his name. His defense attorneys Andy Hale and Celeste Stack join Jonathan Amarilio and Trisha Rich to discuss the background and most recent revelations in Weger's case and make the argument for Weger's innocence.

The plot thickens… If the 60+ year saga of the Starved Rock Murders were a three act play, the first act would be the crime itself, the second act would be the decades that passed and the rumors and whispers that swirled around the truth of what really happened…and the third act would provide the answers and an ending that brought the whole tale to some sort of resolution.  We sit now on the cusp of the third act, where the plot thickens and there are revelations and plot twists in the story that make narrative begin to make complete sense. Those answers, those revelations that serve as our bridge from the second to the third act, that provide even further evidence of Chester Weger's innocence and the conspiracy to use him as a patsy…well they were sitting all this time in a storage container in a garage in LaSalle County in the possession of the man who championed Chester's guilt perhaps as loudly and confidently as anyone. And then ever so quietly that man turned those documents over to an obscure little archive in central Illinois where they might have simply continued to exist unseen by anyone who could make sense of the information contained within the fragile decaying pages.  But that is not how the story will be written. The details, the names of the guilty and complicit, within those files, bring us to the beginning of Act III and the final push towards the exoneration of Chester Weger. For more information, documents, photos, and other assets associated with and referenced in this episode visit andyhalepodcast.com.

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The MUM crew is back with Season 3! In today's episode, Mallory tells Karen about the Starved Rock murders from 1960 and the recent developments that unsolved the case and exonerated Chester Weger who spent more than 60 years in prison for the crime. Who killed Mildred Lindquist, Lillian Oetting and Frances Murphy on March 14, 1960 and will this case be solved with all the time that has passed?

It shook the people of LaSalle County, Illinois to their core in 1961. Three friends, savagely beaten to death while out hiking. No witnesses, no apparent motive. Police eventually charge 21-year-old local man Chester Weger with the killings. When he confesses in custody, it seems a slam dunk, until Weger recants, claiming police had bullied him into signing it. This is just the start of one of the longest running sagas in Illinois legal history, as Chester Weger begins a decades long fight to clear his name, and prove once and for all what really happened that snowy spring day at Starved Rock. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In 1960 2 women went for a girl's weekend to Starved Rock State Park. The 3 were never seen alive again and police focused hard on one man and one man alone and that was Chester Weger. This week we are talking about the murders and the trial that led to Chester's conviction. But you will have to wait until next week to hear about the bombshell that JUST dropped about this case.Stay tuned for the second part next week. If you enjoy this podcast please rate us where you listen. Support the show

Andy Hale, the lawyer for Chester Weger, a.k.a., The Starved Rock Killer, joins WGN Radio’s Karen Conti to discuss the new evidence that came out this week that could potentially exonerate him for the crime committed 62 years ago. They later speculate on who was the true culprit, the possible motive, and what Chester Weger […]

Andy Hale, Civil Rights attorney and wrongful convictions expert, joins John Williams to talk about the recently unearthed DNA evidence that shows Chester Weger, who was convicted of the1960 Starved Rock murders, is innocent.

Andy Hale, Civil Rights attorney and wrongful convictions expert, joins John Williams to talk about the recently unearthed DNA evidence that shows Chester Weger, who was convicted of the1960 Starved Rock murders, is innocent.

In Part 2, I dive into the Chester Weger murder trial. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michelle-odell5/support

A brutal triple murder in a beautiful state park--three women dead, one man convicted, but did he do it? In this episode, we discuss the 1960 murders of three women, and we unpack Chester Weger's confession to the horrific crime. Source Materials-- Documentary--The Starved Rock Murders, HBO MAX Podcast--The Andy Hale Podcast Book--The Starved Rock Murders, by Steve Stout --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michelle-odell5/support

The biggest mistake anyone can make when it comes to the Starved Rock Murders is to think that this is simply a tragic episode relegated to an obscure chapter of 20th century history that no longer has any impact on any of our lives other than as intellectual fodder for a podcast. Make no mistake, this case is more relevant now than ever. Because, 62 years after the crime, the man who was sentenced to life in prison the murders is still alive. All the members of law enforcement who railroaded Chester are dead. All of the jurors are gone. All of the witnesses called to the stand have passed away. Chester's wife, parents and many of his closest loved ones have been been laid to rest. But Chester Weger has endured. Wrap your mind around the fact that when Chester Weger's freedom was taken from him in 1960, John F. Kennedy had just been elected President. Chester went away to prison before the Civil Rights Act was passed, before NASA put a man on the moon, before the Watergate Scandal, before Star Wars opened in theaters, before the personal computer, the internet, the cell phone, the smart phone and social media. Sixty years. Chester spent sixty years behind bars…six decades of a man's life spent in a cell. And when he was finally released on parole in late February of 2020 it was into a world as alien to him as life on Mars. But within three weeks of his re-entry into the world the globe was gripped by a pandemic and Chester returned to a different form of prison…quarantine. Yet he has endured. And today at the age of 83 he continues to hold on to hope that his name will be cleared and justice will finally be served. So make no mistake, this case is not simply a story of historical intrigue, this is a living, breathing, active pursuit for justice. And the man at the center of all of this, Chester Weger, deserves to have his voice heard. In this episode I sit down with Chester, his sister Mary, and his niece Nita. For more information, documents, photos, and other assets associated with and referenced in episode 6's coverage of the case, visit andyhalepodcast.com.

In a criminal trial in the United States, the courts require that the jury find the accused to be guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. It is the highest standard in the courts for evidence. In the case of Chester Weger, can anyone who knows the facts of the case, in good conscience, say that they believe he committed these murders beyond all reasonable doubt? Can any reasonable person who is presented with the fact that -- the tree branch was not the murder weapon, that the twine found on the women didn't match the twine found in the kitchen at the Starved Rock Lodge where Chester worked, that a phone call was intercepted a week after the murders indicating other high-ranking people had knowledge of a “kid” with bloody overalls in the trunk of his car, and a thousand more details that contradict Chester Weger's confession – possibly say that they believe, beyond a reasonable doubt, that Chester Weger is responsible for this brutal crime? The false narrative surrounding Chester Weger, constructed around a coerced confession, has been laid bare. This case, like a jigsaw puzzle, is made up of a thousand interlocking pieces. But when it comes to the State's official case against Chester Weger, every piece is so obviously jammed into place and forced to fit. And when a piece couldn't be forced to fit, it was fabricated to fit. The result wasn't a puzzle solved but a grotesque mosaic, built on lies, manipulation and decades of deceit. The time has come, over sixty years later, to expose those lies and to prove, finally, the truth about the Starved Rock murders. In this episode we discuss the Palmatier Brothers in more detail, and give our top 25 list. For more information, documents, photos, and other assets associated with and referenced in episode 6's coverage of the case, visit andyhalepodcast.com.

In 1961 when Chester Weger was convicted and sentenced to life in prison – the State knew that they had presented a false narrative to the jury. They knew their case was built on one false assertion after another and they proceeded anyway. The State knew that the tree limb could not have been the murder weapon. They knew from multiple reports that there had to have been more than one assailant. They knew from a lab report that a hair found at the crime scene did not match Chester Weger's. They knew that the twine found in the Lodge's kitchen and twine found at the crime scene were two different kinds. They knew that nothing had been stolen from the women and yet called it a botched robbery. They knew that a mysterious phone call had been intercepted by an operator who overheard two men discussing a third man's bloody overalls in the trunk of a car that were related to the murders. They knew the identity of the two men on this phone call who were discussing a plan to burn the incriminating evidence. They knew that the official narrative was impossible. They knew that what they had presented to the jury wasn't the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth. And even knowing all these things and more – the State still asked for Chester Weger to be strapped to an electric chair and killed. The State asked the jury to take the life of a man based on one thing and one thing only – an implausible confession – a confession the former prosecutor later called “absolutely ridiculous” - extracted after an admitted month long plan of psychological warfare - and hours and hours of interrogation – from an exhausted and terrified 21-year old dish washer. This episode is a continuation of The Trial of the Century. For more information, documents, photos, and other assets associated with and referenced in episode 6's coverage of the case, visit andyhalepodcast.com.

When Chester Weger went to trial in 1961, it was heralded by the media as the “Trial of the Century.” Throngs of people, ranging from hungry journalists to curious citizens, lined up outside the LaSalle County Courthouse in Ottawa, Illinois to try and get a coveted seat in the gallery. The quiet Illinois Valley community had never seen a spectacle of this kind. The press, armed with giant cameras and blinding flashbulbs, waited for the police to pull up and escort the accused into the courtroom. The Weger family had pooled what few financial resources they had to hire Chester an attorney – John McNamara. But even with a fine lawyer like McNamara, Chester was facing a prosecution, with its vast resources, that was interested in nothing less than the death penalty, execution by 50,000 volts. Three women were dead, and someone needed to pay. The public needed their pound of flesh and the State needed to put this case to rest. After a three-week trial, the jury returned its verdict: Guilty. But the question that haunted jurors long after the trial had ended was whether or not the right man had paid…Those doubts were evidenced by the fact that the jury elected not to sentence Chester Weger to the electric chair, as the State had demanded…Just in case they got it wrong.  It's likely his resolve to prove his innocence that has kept Chester alive all these years. For 62 years and counting, Chester Weger has been waiting for that evidence, that full picture, to finally emerge and definitively reveal that YES. . . they got it wrong and real killers have never been brought to justice. Andy and Whitny dive into the trial of the century and discuss what the jurors were never told. For more information, documents, photos, and other assets associated with and referenced in episode 6's coverage of the case, visit andyhalepodcast.com.

Sara and Danny are back to cover a case from the 60's that remains an open question to this day: the murders at Starved Rock for which Chester Weger spent almost 60 years in prison despite always maintaining his innocence. They go over everything we know about the case and the trial that followed it which garnered national attention. They also get into the events that led to his recent release under parole in 2020 and they the recent HBO documentary on the case. Be sure to follow @notanothertruecrime to stay up to date with the case and to get your tickets for our upcoming live show!

After 60 years of mystery and mishandling of evidence, there are too many questions about the Starved Rock Murders case. Danielle and Max uncover even more with Chester Weger's attorney, Andy Hale, and bioethicist, Whitny Braun. All the questions left unanswered in our last episode are answered in Part 3 of Beyond a Reasonable Doubt! Danielle and Max are drinking Uncaged. Try it here → https://bit.ly/3DC5lG6 TW // Graphic violence, SA, adult language This podcast is brought to you by Betterhelp.com. Go to betterhelp.com/itt to save 10% off your first month of therapy. Follow our podcast so you never miss an episode! Don't forget to like, rate and review. Follow on TikTok, Instagram,YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a digital media and commercial video production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network and learn more about our other services today on HurrdatMedia.com.

Taking a dive into the timeline and details of this case, they hope to shine a spotlight on Chester Weger, who spent almost 60 years in prison for the murders of Frances Murphy, Mildred Lindquist, and Lillian Oetting. Andy offers an exciting perspective as the attorney for Chester, while Whitny digs deep into the science and ethics of the overall case. Uncover the buried information of the Starved Rock Murders with Danielle and Max in Part 2 of Beyond a Reasonable Doubt! Danielle and Max are drinking Uncaged. Try it here → https://bit.ly/3DC5lG6 TW // Graphic violence, SA, adult language This podcast is brought to you by Betterhelp.com. Go to betterhelp.com/itt to save 10% off your first month of therapy. Follow our podcast so you never miss an episode! Don't forget to like, rate and review. Follow on TikTok, Instagram,YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a digital media and commercial video production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network and learn more about our other services today on HurrdatMedia.com.

A common response from those who subscribe to the belief that Chester Weger is guilty is simply: "he confessed...why would an innocent man confess? Surely no innocent person would ever confess to attacking three women and bashing their faces in before dragging them to a cave in the woods." In 1960 a confession was a one-way ticket to life in prison or the electric chair, and to most people a false confession was as improbable as the existence of Bigfoot or the Loch Ness Monster.  But in the six decades that Chester Weger sat behind bars, the concept of the false confession began to make its way into the public consciousness. Patterns began to emerge that created profiles for who was likely to succumb to the pressure of interrogation and falsely confess to a crime. Science and particularly DNA also made it common to disprove people's confessions.   In this episode we discuss what makes an innocent person confess to a crime, what factors lead to a person reaching their mental breaking point, and then apply these learnings to Chester's case. Additionally, the team highlights some high-profile cases where average people confessed to gruesome crimes, only to be disproven later by DNA and other evidence.  A common theme in many people's statements who have falsely confessed is that they had reached their breaking point in that moment but planned to prove their innocence when they got their day in court.  As we look at the treatment Chester received at the hands of law enforcement, you should ask yourself…would you be able to withstand that same pressure? For more information, documents, photos, and other assets associated with and referenced in episode 6's coverage of the case, visit andyhalepodcast.com.

Chester Weger was paroled after nearly six decades in prison for the killing of three women at the state park. He has maintained his innocence. We talk with his attorney. That story and more on this episode of Statewide.

On March 14, 1960 3 women's bodies were discovered in Starved Rock Park, IL. There were little leads to go on to solve these mysterious murders, but Chester Weger, a cook at the Starved Rock Lodge was eventually arrested. Was it really Chester Weger, or was he just a convenient scapegoat? Listen now as we discuss The Starved Rock Murders! Sources americanhauntingsink.com shawlocal.com hbo documentary - Murders at Starved Rock wikipedia.com thecinemaholic.com oxygen.com starvedrocklodge.com halemonico.com new.yahoo.com law.justia.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mysteryhistorypodcast/message

In the winter of 1960 three women were found brutally murdered in a cave at the Starved Rock State Park. After months of dead ends, a manhunt ensued that ultimately pinned the crime on a 21-year-old dishwasher at the Starved Rock State Park Lodge, Chester Weger. In spite of contradictory physical evidence and under immense pressure from the police, Chester confessed to the crime. He has spent the last 60 years in prison, maintaining his innocence to this day. We kick off this series with an overview of this convoluted tale and the team talks about the parts of the case that cause issues with the integrity of the conviction. For more information, documents, photos, and other assets associated with and referenced in episode 1's coverage of the case, visit andyhalepodcast.com.

In the winter of 1960 three women were found brutally murdered in a cave at the Starved Rock State Park. After months of dead ends, a manhunt ensued that ultimately pinned the crime on a 21-year-old dishwasher at the Starved Rock State Park Lodge, Chester Weger. In spite of contradictory physical evidence and under immense pressure from the police, Chester confessed to the crime. He has spent the last 60 years in prison, maintaining his innocence to this day. Join Andy Hale, a civil rights attorney who specializes in investigating wrongful convictions, as he dives deep into parts of the case that have been left out of previous coverage. As Chester Weger's attorney, he is actively investigating the case and has won the right to test DNA from the crime scene for the first time in 60 years. If Chester is innocent, this will become the longest wrongful conviction case in United States history. This limited series podcast will re-examine the story you think you know, provide real-time case updates, including DNA testing, and access to documents and photos previously unreleased to the public, to uncover the truth of what really happened in Starved Rock State Park over half a century ago. Follow along at AndyHalePodcast.com

THE MURDERS AT STARVED ROCK explores this 60-year-old murder mystery. The convicted killer, Chester Weger, maintains his innocence after sixty years in prison and seeks exoneration. Haunted by the murders in his hometown, David Raccuglia has spent the last 15 years delving into the case files, convinced that the whole truth has yet to be uncovered. As a child growing up in LaSalle, David lived in fear of Weger, who was characterized as the local “bogeyman.” Further complicating David's search for answers is the role his own father played in the trial; Anthony Raccuglia was the determined, young prosecutor who put Weger behind bars, believing steadfastly in his guilt. With a complicated father/son relationship at its core, THE MURDERS AT STARVED ROCK traces a twisting path of inconsistencies, cover-ups and lies, unearthing new clues and potential suspects while questioning the very nature and reliability of memory. At the heart of THE MURDERS AT STARVED ROCK is David's tension-filled interview with his late father that speaks to the divisive feelings that the case still engenders. Hard-boiled investigators, local reporters, family members and eccentric townsfolk, each with their own theories, also lend their insight to the series and a wealth of archival materials transports us back to 1960. Several interviews with Weger himself reveal a sympathetic man steadfast in his claims of innocence, but is he an unreliable narrator of his own story? Director Jody McVeigh-Schultz (McMillion$, Drunk History joins us for a conversation on the fascinating trajectory of this thoroughly engaging docu-series, the wide-ranging reaction to the murders from the people living in LaSalle, the impact that David's film project has had on his own family and the ambiguity that continues to shadow this tragic tale. For news and updates go to: hbo.com/murders-at-starved-rock

Kate reviews The Murders at Starved Rock on HBO Max, a three-part docuseries directed by Jody McVeigh-Schultz looks back at the murders and the effect that they had on the Illinois River Valley region, the families of the women, and on Chester Weger, who spent 60 years in prison for the murders until he was released on parole last year. Brian Moylan and Kate review the premiere of Real Housewives of Miami on Peacock. Reality Life with Kate CaseyPatreon: http://www.patreon.com/katecaseyCameo: https://cameo.com/katecaseyTwitter: https://twitter.com/katecaseyInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/katecaseycaTik Tok: http://www.tiktok.com/itskatecaseyClubhouse: @katecasey Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/113157919338245Amazon.com: www.amazon.com/shop/katecaseySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Go to https://nordvpn.com/tcd or use code tcd to get up to 73% off your NordVPN Plan + a bonus gift! This week on True Crime Daily The Podcast: An Illinois woman well-known in her community for her support and advocacy for domestic-violence survivors and who taught self-defense classes to victims, was found dead on Thanksgiving with a man she was dating. Her ex-boyfriend is arrested, accused of shooting them both. And the documentary "The Murders at Starved Rock" examines the 1960 triple-murder of three Chicago women in a state park. Chester Weger was convicted of one of the murders in 1961 in the sensational case. He's finally granted parole, on his 24th try, after serving 60 years in prison. Now he's trying to clear his name with the help of 21st century technology. Civil rights attorney, wrongful convictions expert and documentary film producer Andy Hale joins host Ana Garcia. The Murders at Starved Rock | HBO https://www.hbo.com/murders-at-starved-rock Andy Hale https://twitter.com/andymhale_esq https://www.halemonico.com/ Ana Garcia http://www.anagarciatv.com https://www.instagram.com/anagnews/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People were literally starved dude... join Elena and Katy in our conversation about The Starved Rock Murders. Quick EDIT: I (Katy) am stupid and I wrote down the wrong name. It is not Charles Weger it is CHESTER Weger. My bad, my apologies. Love you guys, enjoy!!

Pete, Chris, and Joey interviewed author, Steve Stout, who wrote the book, "The Starved Rock Murders", about the triple homicide in 1960.  Steve talks about his experience writing the book, interviewing killer Chester Weger in prison, and a lot of details about the murders that rocked Central Illinois.  Brought to you by Spellbound FX and Art - a dark and disturbing artwork.  Visit their website for an amazing online catalog and support underground indie artists.Follow Joey's Goremonger page for updates on his music and his distro, FTA Records.Go to Murder Metal Mayhem to listen to our show!Order one of the new MMM shirts with the zombie design from Jeff Gaither!Like us on Facebook, Follow us on Twitter, and Subscribe to our YouTube channel.Join the 666 Club and become a Patreon supporter of the show.  Only $3 a month for bonus content, VIP access, discounts on merch and more!Go to PeteAltieri.com to buy Pete's books and get the latest on what he's doing writing horror stories and novels!Check out Pete's other podcast on horror, Voice Of Dread.

March 14, 1960, the bodies of three women from the Chicago suburbs were discovered in St. Louis Canyon, one of the many natural wonders at Starved Rock State Park, near Utica, Illinois. The crime shocked northern Illinois and led to a manhunt that ended with a killer's confession. To this day there are still a lot of people who think Chester Weger was innocent. Either way, in February of 2020 after serving 59 years in prison, Chester Weger was paroled. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices