Case 339: Waco (Part 2/3)

About this episode

This episode discusses the ATF's investigation into David Koresh and the Branch Davidians in Waco, Texas, leading to a disastrous raid.

[Part 2 of 3] *** Content warning: Gun violence, sexual abuse, child sexual abuse, child abuse *** In 1992, a chance discovery by a UPS delivery driver would lead to the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives – commonly known as the ATF – launching an investigation into David Koresh’s activities at Mount Carmel in Waco, Texas. Upon discovering that Koresh’s Branch Davidians were stockpiling illegal weapons, the agency began planning a raid that was also intended to boost their image with the public… but the consequences would be disastrous. --- Narration – Anonymous Host Research & writing – Erin Munro Production & music – Mike Migas Audio editing – Anthony Telfer Sign up for Casefile Premium: Apple Premium Spotify Premium Patreon For all credits and sources, please visit https://casefilepodcast.com/case-339-waco-part-2-3 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

People in this episode

Hosts: Anonymous Host, Mike Migas, Anthony Telfer

Topics covered

• Waco
• David Koresh
• Branch Davidians
• ATF
• gun violence
• investigation
• raid

Keywords

• Waco
• David Koresh
• Branch Davidians
• ATF
• gun violence
• raid
• investigation

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives

Books & works: Case 339: Waco (Part 2/3)

Places: Waco, Mount Carmel

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