In a recent episode of the "Hidden Killers" podcast, Tony Brueski hosts a thought-provoking discussion with Robin Dreeke, retired FBI Special Agent and former Counterintelligence Behavioral Analysis Program Chief. Their conversation centers around Rex Heuermann, the alleged Gilgo Beach killer. It delves into the intricate layers of Heuermann's crimes, the potential links to other unsolved murders, and the possible evidence yet to be unearthed.

 

Dreeke starts by considering that Heuermann could be tied to other unsolved serial murders across the country. Despite the growing evidence against Heuermann, Dreeke argues that it's essential to remain open to new developments in the case. He says, "I'm less focused... on the realm of 'Hey, what else can we tie him to?'". Dreeke predicts more victims may be discovered in other states and emphasizes the need to remain vigilant.

 

Given the magnitude of the investigation and Heuermann's suspected connections to other areas, the retired FBI agent expresses fear about what additional evidence might be discovered. "Recently, they went through in South Carolina and took a look at his avalanches that were on his brothers and his property acres and acres and acres. I'm scared to see what they're going to find there," he says.

 

Dreeke shares insights into Heuermann's pattern of crimes, indicating the suspect's high level of sophistication in disposing of bodies. He describes Heuermann's choice of remote, untraveled areas for body disposal and his tendency to choose victims who wouldn't be immediately missed. Dreeke hints that Heuermann's disturbing trademarks, such as missing shoes and strangulation, suggest sexual fetishes. He suggests law enforcement should map out where Heuermann lived and traveled and look for other potential victims with similar trademarks.

 

Regarding serial killers changing their style, Dreeke admits that he's unsure but suggests it might be possible. Using the example of the BTK killer, who managed to dampen his murderous tendencies with deviant behaviors, Dreeke theorizes that Heuermann might have used similar tactics. He mentions the Jersey case, where the killer targeted sex workers but did not necessarily murder them all. "I think what we'll probably uncover and probably see is that there's going to hopefully come out other witnesses and other people that have had interactions with him in a sexual context that he didn't murder," he says.

 

Brueski and Dreeke's conversation shines a light on the complexities of the investigation into Heuermann's alleged crimes. As more evidence surfaces and additional connections to unsolved murders are explored, it is clear that the true extent of Rex Heuermann's murderous reign may yet be revealed.

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