In this episode of Morbid Instinct, the hosts discuss the brutal murder of Michael McMorrow in Central Park. The victim was stabbed over 40 times, had his throat slashed, and was disemboweled. The shocking part is that the suspects were both 15 years old. The hosts delve into the details of the crime, the suspects' backgrounds, and the disturbing mindset behind the murder. They express their disbelief at the lenient sentences the perpetrators received and question the justice system's handling of such cases. The hosts also share personal stories and draw parallels to other similar crimes. The episode ends with a preview of the next installment, 'Vanished on Wall Street.'
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction
02:59 Disturbingly Young Suspects
11:25 Lenient Sentences and the Justice System
28:45 Personal Stories and Comparisons
34:19 Preview of Next Episode
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