About this episode

This episode discusses the crimes of Derrick Todd Lee, the Baton Rouge serial killer, and the advancements in DNA technology that led to his capture.

Welcome to A Little Less Mess, it's our companion episode to our main weekly releases. In ALLM, you will find just the facts, no opinions, no jokes, no banter, but do not fear! If you would like to hear our full thoughts on this case (and inappropriate jokes) check out the weekly regular episodes released on Thursdays (they're the numbered episodes). From 1992 to 2003, Derrick Todd Lee terrorized the Baton Rouge area, murdering young women and leaving little to no clues behind. It would take a brave survivor and advancements in DNA technology to finally put him behind bars. Reference: The Making of a Serial Killer - Season 1 Episode 2 (Peacock) Find us on the webs! Follow us on Instagram Like us on Facebook TikTok - @blessthismesspodcast Support us on Patreon - for early access and ad-free, join our Patreon! Buy us a Coffee! - if you want to support the podcast with a one-time donation, buy us a coffee! Rate, Review, and Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen!

People in this episode

Host: Bless This Mess

Topics covered

• true crime
• serial killer
• DNA technology
• Baton Rouge
• murder
• survivor

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Patreon, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok

Books & works: The Making of a Serial Killer - Season 1 Episode 2

Places: Baton Rouge

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