After Tristan Beaudette’s murder, other victims come forward telling similar tales. . . of a sniper in Malibu who has been shooting at campers and at moving cars for the past 18 months. Always in the dark of night, at 4AM.
The cops say they can’t connect the crimes, but then they arrest a drifter: 42-year-old Anthony Rauda, who lives under a tarp behind the Lost Hills Sheriff’s Station. Is he the killer, or a scapegoat?
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03/16/21 • 37 min
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Lost Hills: Dark Canyon - 1. The Killing Zone
Transcript Summary
In the gripping episode titled "The Killing Zone," listeners are taken on a chilling journey through the hills above Malibu, California, where mountain lions are on the hunt. But as these majestic creatures roam, a debate ensues as to who is truly responsible for the deaths they have caused. The tragic killing of Tristan Bodette while camping at Malibu Creek State Park sets off a chain of rumors and speculation, uncovering a series of shootings and burglaries that plagued the area from 2016 to 2018. Law enforcement, aware of the danger, withheld this information from the public until after Tristan's death. Enter Sergeant Wright, leading the search and rescue efforts and becoming deeply involved in the investigation. With a pattern of nighttime shootings and near misses involving a single shot, fears of a potential serial shooter grip the community, prompting the arrest of suspect Anthony Rouda with weapons and ammunition in his possession. Yet doubts linger regarding Rouda's true involvement and concerns arise that he may be a scapegoat. The true story behind these crimes, shrouded in mystery, remains elusive. Tune in to unravel a captivating exploration into The Killing Zone and the secrets it holds.
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Pushkin. Mountain lions do their hunting in the dark after dusk and in the early morning hours, right before the sun comes up. The hills above Malibu, California, are full of them. They're vicious predators, but they're so shy that the wildlife biologists who study them call them ghost cats.
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1. The Killing Zone Top Questions Answered
Are mountain lions common in Malibu, California?
Yes, mountain lions are common in the hills of Malibu, California.
What was the controversy surrounding the rogue mountain lion known as P forty five?
The controversy surrounded P forty five, who killed pets in the area, leading to concerns and debates about the management of mountain lions in urban environments.
What happened in Malibu Creek State Park?
A murder occurred in Malibu Creek State Park, where Tristan Bodette was shot in his tent.
What were some of the rumors surrounding the motives behind the murder in Malibu Creek State Park?
There were rumors of motives involving Big Pharma or government involvement in the murder at Malibu Creek State Park.
Were there other shootings near Malibu Creek State Park?
Yes, there were six near misses in shootings around the Malibu Creek State Park area prior to Tristan Bodette's murder.
Did law enforcement warn the public about the danger in Malibu Creek State Park?
No, law enforcement knew about the danger but did not warn the public about the potential risks in Malibu Creek State Park.
What was Malibu Creek State Park described as by a retired detective?
A retired detective described Malibu Creek State Park as a "killing zone."
What were the characteristics of the shootings in Malibu Creek State Park?
The shootings in Malibu Creek State Park happened between 3-4 am, involved single shots, and targeted people in the park, campgrounds, and moving cars along the canyon road.
Was a potential serial killer considered by law enforcement in the area?
Yes, law enforcement privately feared a potential serial killer at large in the area around Malibu Creek State Park.
Who was arrested in relation to the crimes in the Malibu Creek State Park area?
Anthony Rouda, a homeless man living behind the sheriff station, was arrested and discovered with weapons and ammunition, though he initially faced charges unrelated to murder.
Is there doubt about Anthony Rouda being solely responsible for all the crimes?
Yes, some doubt whether Anthony Rouda is solely responsible for all the crimes and believe there may be more to the story.
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