Ep 11 A Twisted Christmas Tale
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In this dark and chilling episode, we delve into the horrifying events surrounding the Lawson family tragedy of 1929. Charles Lawson, a successful tobacco farmer, inexplicably turns on his family, claiming the lives of his wife and seven children before taking his own life. This marks one of the most gruesome mass family murders in North Carolina's history. Discover the theories surrounding Charles Lawson's motives, including possible secrets and a speculated affair with his eldest daughter.
The episode also sheds light on what followed the grim incident. Learn about the distasteful act of Charles' brother, who converted the murder site and crime scene into a tourist attraction. Uncover the sorrowful details of the crime, the questionable choices made after the event, and more in this haunting recount of the Lawson family tragedy.
Despite the sinister and dark theme, we hope this episode provides you with a glimpse into the past as we try to piece together the reasons behind the tragic events. Thank you for listening, and be sure to like and share the podcast if you found it informative and riveting.
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