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During the 1980s, the quiet city of Joliet, Illinois, was shaken by a string of brutal murders that seemed to happen only on weekends. The killer targeted vulnerable victims, leaving behind scenes of unimaginable violence while investigators struggled to connect the crimes.
In this episode we examine the life and crimes of Milton Johnson, whose violent spree earned him the nickname "The Weekend Murderer." We'll explore his troubled background, the horrifying attacks that terrorized a community, the investigation that ultimately identified him as the killer, and the evidence that led to his conviction.
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