E273: The Cincinnati Strangler

E273: The Cincinnati Strangler

From Fruitloops: Serial Killers of Color by True Story Media

May 21, 2026 · 57 min · Episode 273

About this episode

This episode covers the case of the Cincinnati Strangler, who was linked to the murders of seven women in the 1960s.

Between December 1965 and December 9, 1966, fear gripped Cincinnati as a killer stalked the city’s streets, leaving seven women dead. As panic spread and pressure mounted, investigators focused on local resident Posteal Laskey Jr., who was arrested on December 9, 1966, for one of the murders and later convicted. Though never charged in the other six deaths, police and the media quickly linked them all to him. This episode was researched & scripted by Wendy & Beth Williams and edited by Minnie Williams. Thanks for listening! This is a weekly podcast and new episodes drop on Thursdays, so until next time... look alive guys, it's crazy out there! Where to find us: Our Facebook page is Fruitloopspod and our discussion group is Fruitloopspod Discussion on Facebook; https://www.facebook.com/groups/fruitloopspod/ We are also on BlueSky and Instagram @fruitloopspodFind us on Youtube here: https://www.youtube.com/@fruitloopspodPlease send any questions or comments to fruitloopspod@gmail.com or leave us a voicemail at 602-935-6294. We just might read your email or play your voicemail on the show! Want to Support the show? You can support the show by rating and reviewing Fruitloops on…

Topics covered

  • true crime
  • serial killers
  • Cincinnati
  • investigation
  • murder
  • panic

Keywords

  • Cincinnati Strangler
  • Posteal Laskey Jr.
  • murder investigation
  • 1960s
  • true crime
  • serial killer
  • panic

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Cincinnati

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