Highway Predator: The tale of the New Bedford Highway Killer

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Imagine driving down a quiet highway only to be confronted by the echoes of unsolved mysteries that linger in the shadows of New Bedford, Massachusetts. Join me, your host Roxanne Fletcher, on a journey through Dark Crossroads as we uncover the haunting saga of the New Bedford Highway Killer, whose grip on the city in 1988 left a chilling legacy of fear and heartache. We navigate the lives tangled in addiction and sex work, the eleven souls whose stories demand attention—beyond the sensational headlines and cold statistics—into the very heart of their personal struggles and the impact left on those who mourn them.
Without shying away from the stark realities, we piece together an intricate puzzle, scrutinizing the movements of suspects who slipped through the cracks of a budding DNA technology and an investigation marred by contaminated crime scenes. The prime suspects, Kenneth Ponte and Daniel Tavares Jr., remain enigmatic figures within a case fraught with more questions than answers. We cross paths with detectives dogged by frustration, families haunted by loss, and a community wrestling with the specter of a predator possibly hiding in plain sight. This episode is not just a chronicle of a criminal investigation; it's a tribute to the voices silenced, a testament to the enduring quest for justice, and a stark reflection on the darkness that can dwell in the most unassuming places. Join us for a deeply human account of a town's darkest hours and the unwavering light of resolve to honor the memory of the lives lost.

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