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Aug 5
46m 3s

"Son of Sam" Serial Killer Speaks

CBS News
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Nearly five decades ago, the "Son of Sam" terrorized New York City. In a 2017 prison interview, convicted serial killer David Berkowitz tells CBS News what led him to kill. "CBS Evening News" co-anchor Maurice DuBois reports. This episode last aired on 8/11/2017. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.co ... Show More
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