# When Evil Wears a Smile: The Dungeon in Texico

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Podcast: [Midnight Evidence](https://stenobird.com/podcast/midnight-evidence-7887082)
Published: 2026-07-31T16:22:45+00:00
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## Resource

Behind the sun-bleached fences of a small New Mexico town, Jamie Kushman constructed a nightmare disguised as a home, where children were chained to beds like animals and forced to eat their own vomit while security cameras captured every moment of their torment. This is the harrowing true story of the Texico dungeon, a decade of systemic failure, and the investigators who finally shattered the silence to liberate the innocent souls trapped within its walls. Thank you for listening to Midnight Evidence. If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast, leave a rating, and share it with fellow true crime enthusiasts. You can find us on Spreaker and your favorite podcast platforms. Until next time, stay curious, stay informed, and remember, every case leaves a trail. This episode includes AI-generated content.

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