A photograph shows the Rhoden and the Wagner families embracing, in happier times. What would tear these families apart and cause a tragedy that would shake a community to its core? Just months before death sentence trials were set to begin and in the middle of production of this podcast- a shocking break in the case changes everything. The Piketon Massacre: Return to Pike County explores the ties that bind the two families at the center of Ohio's largest murder investigation. Episode 1 dives into the theories surrounding the bombshell reveal and what will happen next in Pike County.
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05/12/21 • 37 min
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The Idaho Massacre - Ties that Bind
Transcript Summary
In a chilling and shocking turn of events, the Pike County murders take center stage in the gripping second season of the Pike to Massacre podcast. The episode titled "Ties that Bind" unveils new developments surrounding the case, where eight members of the Roden family were found brutally murdered in 2016, implicating four members of the Wagner family. Jake Wagner, among the accused, unexpectedly pleads guilty to eight counts of aggravated murder, leaving those involved astounded. This plea deal forces a deep reexamination of the motive, which was a bitter custody dispute between Hannah Roden and Jake Wagner. The episode delves into the brutal details of the crime, highlighting the sheer brutality inflicted upon the victims. With Jake Wagner's plea deal and his subsequent testimony against his family members, the case takes a dramatic turn, leaving many questions unanswered about the exact motive and specifics of the tragic night. The successful investigation and prosecution bring some measure of relief to the residents of Pike County, as justice begins to be served. Intrigue and mystery surround this episode, as the podcast takes listeners on a journey of unraveling family ties, scandalous custody battles, and a community seeking closure in the face of unimaginable violence.
Transcript
Welcome to the Pike to Massacre Season two returned to Pike County, a production of iHeartRadio and Katie Studios. Heavenly Father, we are gathered here today. Let us now our heads. It was a really good wedding. She had a camouflage dress and Fata Camo tugs. Eight bodies have been discovered in all members of the Rodent family, the largest case Ohio's state investigators have ever seen. I told her, I said, listen, you don't want to marry him, and
Ties that Bind Top Questions Answered
What happened to the Roden family in Pike County, Ohio in 2016?
Eight members of the Roden family were found dead in Pike County, Ohio in April 2016.
Who has been charged with the murder of the Roden family?
Four members of the Wagner family have been charged with eight counts of aggravated murder in connection with the case.
What is the significance of Jake Wagner's guilty plea in the case?
Jake Wagner, the youngest accused son, pleaded guilty to the charges, which surprised many people who had been following the case closely.
Why did Jake Wagner plead guilty?
There is speculation about the motives behind Jake's decision to plead guilty, but the exact reasons are still unclear.
What evidence suggests a lack of remorse from the Wagner family?
The victims were shot multiple times, indicating overkill and a lack of remorse from the perpetrators.
What was the motive behind the Roden murders?
The motive behind the Roden murders was the custody of a child shared by Hannah Roden and Jake Wagner.
Why were the Wagners considered suspects in the case?
The Wagners were considered the most likely suspects in the case due to their obsession with custody and their close and cult-like family dynamics.
Who did Jake Wagner implicate in the murders?
Jake Wagner pleaded guilty to all charges and named his family members as co-conspirators.
What evidence did the prosecution find against the Wagners?
The prosecution found overwhelming evidence that the Wagners were responsible for planning and carrying out the homicides.
What was the reaction to the guilty pleas?
The guilty pleas brought relief to the community in southern Ohio, which had been deeply affected by the murders.
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