A Town in the Grip of Terror: Amarillo, Texas, had been a calm place where little happened, but two shocking murders and three attacks changed it into a town in the grip of terror.

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The Widow of Hallu: Police Inspector Lejeune had never seen a woman like her. She was fat to the point of obesity. Her eyes were round, child-like; her voice was a stifled whisper. But this huge simple woman had committed murder, had pounded the life from her husband in a fit of maniacal rage.

From the pages of the classic pulp magazine “True Detective,” Vol. 4, no. 1.

Theme Music by Dave Sams

Incidental music for “The Widow of Hallu” by Dana Boule from the album “Songs For Paris.” Used with permission.

Media management by Sean R. Jones

Production assistance by Emily Simer Braun