The Freeway Phantom | The Unforgotten

Welcome to a chilling episode of our true crime podcast, where we shine a spotlight on one of the most disturbing and unsolved cases in ​American history: The ​Freeway Phantom Murders. This episode takes us back to the streets of ​Washington, D.C. in the early 1970s, where a serial killer known as the Freeway Phantom terrorized the community. Between ​April 1971 and ​September 1972, six young Black girls were abducted, raped, and brutally murdered, their bodies callously discarded along the city's freeways. The victims, ages 10 to 18, were Carol Spinks, Darlenia Johnson, Brenda Crockett, Nenomoshia Yates, Brenda Woodard, and Diane Williams. These senseless crimes left six families shattered and a community in fear. Despite the best efforts of the police, the killer evaded capture, leaving behind a note taunting law enforcement with the chilling words, "Catch me if you can!" The Freeway Phantom operated with brazen impunity, making phone calls to the victims' families and flaunting his crimes. In this episode, we delve deep into the dark underbelly of the investigation, examining the mishandling and abandonment of the case that has left these murders unsolved for over 50 years. We hear firsthand accounts from the victims' families, law enforcement agencies, and those who narrowly escaped becoming victims themselves. Their stories paint a haunting picture of a community ravaged by fear and a justice system struggling to find answers. We also explore the various suspects who have been investigated over the years, including Robert Askins and the Green Vega Gang. Despite their ties to other crimes and suspicious evidence, none of the suspects have been conclusively linked to the Freeway Phantom murders. As the years pass, the case grows colder, but the families of the victims refuse to give up hope. Join us as we peel back the layers of this baffling case, dissect the evidence, and attempt to shed light on the Freeway Phantom's true identity. Together, we'll explore the lasting impact of these heinous crimes on the victims' families and the community as a whole. The Freeway Phantom Murders is a story of tragedy, resilience, and the urgent need for justice. Tune in to this episode of our podcast as we provide a comprehensive and thought-provoking examination of this still-unsolved chapter in American crime history. If you are interested in finding out more: check out Romaine Jenkins podcast about the murders and updates on the case click link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/freeway-phantom/id1685793170 Be sure to check out the episode of People investigates on ID channel Season 4 Episode 4 ————————————————------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Subscriber MIB PERKS CLUB 4.99/mth https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/murderintheblack/subscribe Join the Fam, you'll gain access to our true crime original story + more . FOLLOW MIB ON SOCIAL MEDIA IG : MURDER IN THE BLACK FACEBOOK GROUP: MURDER IN THE BLACK PODCAST SHARE IF YOU CARE THIS EPISODE WITH FRIENDS & FAMILY ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------