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The Devil of Pope County: America's Worst Family Massacre

The Devil of Pope County: America's Worst Family Massacre

Tony Holt

In December 1987, Ronald Gene Simmons murdered 16 people – including his entire family – and wounded four more in Russellville, Ark. In this six-part series that includes interviews with those who survived the violent rampage, Arkansas Democrat-Gazette reporter Tony Holt looks back on Arkansas' largest mass murder and its aftermath.

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The Devil of Pope County: America's Worst Family Massacre - Episode 1: The Russellville Rampage

Episode 1: The Russellville Rampage

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11/13/23 • 35 min

Two people are killed and four are injured during a shooting spree the morning of Dec. 28, 1987 across Russellville. Law enforcement becomes fearful of a gruesome discovery at a house near Dover.

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The Devil of Pope County: America's Worst Family Massacre - Episode 2: I'll See You in Hell

Episode 2: I'll See You in Hell

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11/20/23 • 31 min

Ronald Gene Simmons methodically murders his wife and younger children. A large hole on the property becomes a massive grave.

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11/06/23 • 1 min

Join Arkansas Democrat-Gazette reporter Tony Holt as he looks back on the story of Ronald Gene Simmons and the largest massacre in the history of Arkansas.

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The Devil of Pope County: America's Worst Family Massacre - Episode 4: Fleeing to Arkansas

Episode 4: Fleeing to Arkansas

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12/04/23 • 37 min

Ronald Gene Simmons retires after a decorated military career. He and his family abandon New Mexico before authorities can move in to arrest him for sex crimes.

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The Devil of Pope County: America's Worst Family Massacre - Episode 5: A Neutralizing Maneuver

Episode 5: A Neutralizing Maneuver

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12/11/23 • 30 min

Ronald Gene Simmons stands trial twice, gets convicted twice. He beckons the state to execute him as quickly as possible.

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The Devil of Pope County: America's Worst Family Massacre - Episode 6: Always On My Mind

Episode 6: Always On My Mind

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12/18/23 • 50 min

The state of Arkansas executes its most notorious serial killer, but how notorious is he really? Nightmares linger for those familiar with the case.

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The Devil of Pope County: America's Worst Family Massacre - Episode 3: No Sign of Life

Episode 3: No Sign of Life

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11/27/23 • 31 min

One day after Christmas, the rest of the Simmons family visits Mockingbird Hill and are executed. Detectives find all the carnage. Simmons invites a local news anchor to visit him in jail.

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How many episodes does The Devil of Pope County: America's Worst Family Massacre have?

The Devil of Pope County: America's Worst Family Massacre currently has 7 episodes available.

What topics does The Devil of Pope County: America's Worst Family Massacre cover?

The podcast is about News, True Crime and Podcasts.

What is the most popular episode on The Devil of Pope County: America's Worst Family Massacre?

The episode title 'Episode 1: The Russellville Rampage' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on The Devil of Pope County: America's Worst Family Massacre?

The average episode length on The Devil of Pope County: America's Worst Family Massacre is 31 minutes.

How often are episodes of The Devil of Pope County: America's Worst Family Massacre released?

Episodes of The Devil of Pope County: America's Worst Family Massacre are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of The Devil of Pope County: America's Worst Family Massacre?

The first episode of The Devil of Pope County: America's Worst Family Massacre was released on Nov 6, 2023.

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