He had the looks, the charm, and a terrifying secret. In the early '90s, San Diego was on edge as a series of brutal murders rocked the city and no one suspected the young, athletic man living right in plain sight. Known as the
He targeted six women, leaving behind a trail of fear, questions, and outrage.
In this episode, we dig deep into the twisted story of Cleophus Prince Jr. — how he manipulated his surroundings, how racial stereotypes may have impacted the investigation, and what this case reveals about law enforcement, media narratives, and the way Black stories are (or aren’t) told in the true crime space.
As always, we’re bringing you the facts with a little flavor — educational, insightful, and with just enough side-eye to call out what needs to be called out. This isn't just about a serial killer; it's about the systems that let him blend in and the voices that got overlooked.
We’ll cover:
Prince’s background and psychological profile
How DNA evidence finally caught up to him
The role of race in how this case was handled and reported
Why it still matters today
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