# Obsession Turns to Murder: The Murder of Rachel Barber

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Podcast: [True Crime Never Sleeps](https://stenobird.com/podcast/true-crime-never-sleeps-1335337)
Published: 2026-06-09T00:00:56+00:00
Episode link: https://redcircle.com/shows/f275ac41-7db5-421e-91c5-261d3c1bc4a6/episodes/7bcd0939-d4e7-4424-b9bd-7354fddc82f3
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A teenage obsession turns into one of Australia's most chilling murder cases. When 15-year-old Rachel Barber disappears after a dance class, investigators uncover a disturbing plot by her older neighbor, Caroline Reed Robertson, who had spent years fantasizing about becoming Rachel. This episode explores the obsession, deception, and tragic events that led to an unforgettable crime. Today's episode is brought to you in part by the following: Patriot Food Supply: ➡️ https://www.rzmaf8trk.com/212KN5C/2CTPL/ Skillshare : ➡️ https://skillshare.eqcm.net/XYOaYX FastestVPN: ➡️ https://fastestvpn.com/pro-lifetime-deal?a_aid=691945e99703c DON'T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST ON ALL MAJOR PODCAST PLATFORMS Follow Us on Social Media Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/tcnsshow/ Twitter : https://twitter.com/truecrimens IG : https://www.instagram.com/truecrimeneversleeps/ If you like our content, consider becoming a financial supporter: Buy Us A Coffee : https://buymeacoffee.com/tcns Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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