The Black Dahlia Murder: What Happened to Elizabeth Short?
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**Discussion begins at 6:30**
Today we’re discussing one of the most infamous unsolved murders in American history. In 1947, a young mother and her child out for a walk, stumbled upon the mutilated body of a young female. She was quickly identified as 22 year old Elizabeth Short, nicknamed the Black Dahlia by regulars at a drug store she frequented - a reference to her dark hair and clothing and the Noir film the Blue Dahlia. The brutality of the crime, as well as the frenzied media coverage has led to a persistent fascination eve now, nearly 80 years later. We’ll talk about Elizabeth’s life leading up to that January morning, the discovery that shocked the city, the chaotic LAPD investigation that followed, and some of the most well-known theories. Brace yourself, there is some breaking news on this case pointing to one of the original suspects! So join us as we dive down the rabbit hole, and discuss the mysterious case of the murder of Elizabeth Short.
*Note: Graphic discussion of autopsy occurs at 26:30 - 30:00*
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