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Aug 4
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True Crime This Week: Crimes of Passion

Crime House
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What happens when love turns lethal? This episode explores two unforgettable crimes of passion: the brutal 1892 axe murders that made Lizzie Borden a household name, and the 2013 murder of Jennifer Alfonso—photographed and posted on Facebook by her own husband. Two cases, a century apart, proving that love can be the most dangerous motive of all. Crime Hous ... Show More
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