In this chilling episode of Haunted Hangout, we dive into one of the most vicious and baffling unsolved crimes in American history: the Villisca Axe Murders. On a quiet night in 1912, in the small town of Villisca, Iowa, eight people — including six children — were brutally murdered in their sleep. With doors locked from the inside, mirrors covered, and the killer's weapon left behind, the crime scene was as disturbing as it was mysterious.

We unravel the eerie timeline of events, explore the most compelling theories and suspects, and talk about the lingering paranormal activity that continues to haunt the house to this day. Was it a jealous rival, a traveling serial killer, or something more sinister?

Turn down the lights, lock your doors, and join us as we investigate the horror that still lingers within the walls of the infamous farmhouse.

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This episode was written and edited by Liz Silva. Theme song by High Street Music.

Episode Sources:

One of America’s Most Haunted Houses | murderhouse.com

I Spent a Chilling Night in the Infamous Villisca Axe Murder House — This Is What Happened by Julie Jordan

Paranormal Investigations in Australia and Overseas | adelaidehauntedhorizons.com.au

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