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Uncovering A Serial Killer - Part 2 | 13

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From 1976 to 1977, four young women were found dead, their bodies dumped outside of Calgary city limits. The first two were deemed “undetermined deaths.” The third and fourth were considered murders, and police felt the same offender was likely responsible. For decades, the four families were left without answers. Join Global News senior crime reporter Nancy ... Show More
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