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Ep:83 | The Crime of the Century | Richard Speck Pt. 2 | Murder Unscripted
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- Murder Unscripted
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- Dec 23, 2025
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- 4628
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Summary
In Part Two of our coverage of Richard Speck , Murder Unscripted details the night of terror inside the Chicago townhouse where eight student nurses were attacked and murdered. We walk through the crime scene, honor each victim’s story, and explain how Speck was identified, arrested, and ultimately convicted. This episode also examines his time in prison and his death — closing the chapter on one of the most infamous crimes in American history. This is a victim-focused conclusion to a case that continues to haunt generations.