Step into the darkest corner of Hollywood history with "Unsolved Cases", hosted by Larry Hunter, as we unravel the gruesome and still unsolved murder of Elizabeth Short, forever known as the Black Dahlia. In this chilling episode, we explore the brutal 1947 murder that shocked Los Angeles and became one of America’s most infamous unsolved crimes.
From Elizabeth’s final hours with Robert “Red” Manley, to the suspicious cleanup at the Aster Motel, and the dangerous influence of nightclub owner Mark Hansen, this case is layered with mystery, corruption, and conspiracy. Was the LAPD investigation compromised from the beginning? Did Hollywood’s elite hide the truth? And how did this young aspiring actress become the centerpiece of a crime that still haunts the city?
We analyze real evidence, revisit key suspects, and spotlight the forensic failures and LAPD cover-ups that have kept the case cold for over 75 years. If you’re into true crime, unsolved murders, Hollywood scandals, serial killer psychology, and cold case investigations, this episode will leave you speechless.
Whether you’re obsessed with the Black Dahlia case, intrigued by vintage Hollywood crime, or fascinated by unsolved mysteries from Los Angeles, this deep-dive pulls no punches. Perfect for fans of real crime stories, LA noir history, and infamous cold cases like Ted Bundy, Zodiac, and JonBenét Ramsey.
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Timestamps:
(00:00) THE CITY OF ANGELS' DARKEST SECRET
(02:44) THE LAST GOODBYE - ROBERT "RED" MANLEY
(08:30) THE MYSTERY PHOTOGRAPH - GERALD MOSS
(12:10) THE COP WHO SAW HER LAST - MYRL MCBRIDE
(16:25) THE MOTEL OF HORRORS - THE ASTER MOTEL
(21:34) THE NIGHTCLUB OWNER - MARK HANSEN
(28:04) THE MYSTERIOUS LETTERS - JACK SAND
(33:46) THE PRINTING SHOP WORKER - OTTO PARZYJEGLA
(39:42) THE SURGEONS - DR. WALTER BAYLEY AND DR. GEORGE HODEL
(46:50) CONNECTED CRIMES - THE BAUERDORF AND SPRINGER MURDERS
(53:25) THE INVESTIGATION'S DARK SECRETS - LESLIE DILLON
(01:00:17) CLOSING: THE LEGACY OF AN UNSOLVED MYSTERY