In the late 1970s, Columbus, Georgia, was gripped by fear as a wave of brutal murders rocked the city. Threatening letters from a mysterious group calling themselves the "Forces of Evil" hinted at a sinister plot intertwining two seemingly separate killing sprees. Join us as we dive deep into the chilling case of the Stocking Strangler and the ruthless murders of Gail Jackson and Irene Thirkield. Discover how FBI profiler Robert K. Ressler's groundbreaking behavioral analysis helped unmask the true killer, William Henry Hance, and the shocking twists that followed. Explore the controversy, racial tensions, and legal battles that culminated in Hance's execution. This episode uncovers the dark secrets and haunting truths behind one of Georgia's most infamous crime sprees. Tune in for a gripping tale of deception, profiling, and justice.

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