Bloodlust and Madness: The Vampire Crimes of Richard Chase

Richard Chase’s descent into madness wasn’t subtle… it was a loud, blood-soaked alarm bell that went unanswered for years. Diagnosed with severe mental illness but repeatedly dismissed by those around him, Chase spiraled into horrifying acts of violence fueled by delusion. From bizarre rituals involving rabbits to unthinkable crimes against innocent people, his story is a grim reminder of the devastating consequences of untreated psychosis. In this episode, we unravel the tragic and disturbing life of the man who would come to be known as the “Vampire of Sacramento.”Join us as we navigate the origins of his delusions, the ignored warning signs, and the series of murders that shocked California in the late 1970s. This episode is a harrowing exploration of mental illness, violence, and the systems that failed to intervene.

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