Episode 14: The Villisca Axe Murders
Address: 508 E 2nd St, Villisca, Iowa 50864

In 1912, the peaceful town of Villisca, Iowa, was shaken by one of the most gruesome and unsolved crimes in American history. The Moore family — Josiah, Sarah, and their four children — along with two young houseguests, were brutally murdered in their sleep with an axe. The case remains unsolved, and the house at 508 E 2nd St still stands today, serving as both a chilling reminder of the violence that occurred there and a symbol of the unsolved mystery.

This episode dives into the details of the Villisca Axe Murders, exploring the bizarre and eerie nature of the crime. We examine the theories surrounding the case, including the possible suspects, the various investigations, and the haunting legacy of the event that still lingers over the town. Was the killer someone from the town, or an outsider? What led to this brutal act? And most chilling of all, why did the killer choose this family?

We walk the grounds of 508 E 2nd St, where the Moore family once lived, and uncover the legacy of this infamous and unsolved crime that still captivates true crime enthusiasts, tourists, and investigators alike.

📍 Featured Address: 508 E 2nd St, Villisca, IA 50864
⚠️ Content Warning: Graphic descriptions of violence, murder, and real-life crime. Listener discretion strongly advised.