1982 - Etna, Maine.

In 1982 in Newport, Maine, Jerilyn Towers goes to the local bar for a drink... and never comes back.

When Newport Police Chief Jim Ricker, goes to question the man last seen with her, he quickly realizes that Jerilyn may not be the only person who was last seen with this man, and that they both might not actually be missing...

This is the story of James Hicks, the serial killer next door that you've never heard of, and the most sensational trial in Maine State history.

NOTE FROM KRISTEN: This was the very first episode I ever recorded and edited for Murder, She Told 4 years ago, and I am aware there are imperfections that come with being a novice. If you are starting the show here, I also recommend giving a newer episode a shot to get a taste of what the show currently sounds like. Thank you!

Special thanks to Police Chief Jim Ricker for sharing his first hand account.

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