American Greed: Scams, Scoundrels and Scandals Season 8 Episode 13

American Greed: Scams, Scoundrels and Scandals Season 8 Episode 13 The Home Invaders / Nashville's Predator

  • August 6, 2014

In season 8 episode 13 of American Greed: Scams, Scoundrels and Scandals titled "The Home Invaders / Nashville's Predator," viewers are taken on a journey through two separate cases of heinous crimes and fraud.

The first storyline follows a group of armed robbers who specifically target the homes of the wealthy. These criminals would meticulously plan their break-ins, often studying their victims' movements and schedules to ensure the maximum amount of profit. They would steal cash, jewelry, and other high-end items while holding the homeowners at gunpoint. Over the course of several years, this group terrorized neighborhoods across the U.S. and even had their sights set on a billionaire's estate.

The case is told through interviews with law enforcement officials, victims, and a member of the robber's crew who ultimately turned against his accomplices. Viewers are taken through the planning and execution of these violent crimes, as well as the eventual capture and sentencing of the robbers.

The second storyline follows the case of a serial rapist in Nashville, Tennessee known as the "Wooded Rapist." This predator would stalk his victims as they walked alone through a wooded area, often raping them at gunpoint. The victims ranged in age from teenagers to adults, but all shared a feeling of trauma and violation in the aftermath of the attacks.

The case takes viewers through the process of collecting DNA evidence, building a behavioral profile of the attacker, and ultimately apprehending him. However, the real heart of the story lies in the voices of the victims themselves. Through candid interviews, they discuss the lasting effects of the trauma they endured and the strength it took to move forward and bring the perpetrator to justice.

Overall, this episode of American Greed: Scams, Scoundrels and Scandals offers a chilling look into the darkest corners of human behavior. From the greed and violence of the home invaders to the lasting trauma experienced by the victims of the wooded rapist, these stories serve as a stark reminder of the importance of vigilance and justice in protecting ourselves and our communities.

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Description
  • First Aired
    August 6, 2014
  • Language
    English