About this episode

The episode explores the true crime story of Howard Gombert and the failures of the justice system in Putnam County, New York.

A decades-long true crime nightmare set in the shadowy woods of Putnam County, New York. Two wrongful convictions, a brutal predator hiding in plain sight, and a system that protected him for years—until a dogged pursuit uncovered the truth. Hosted by Rolling Stone’s Paul Solotaroff and Lava for Good CEO Jason Flom, The Devil You Know dives into the terrifying story of Howard Gombert, his victims, and the justice that has yet to come. But with his potential release looming in 2026, the question remains: will he hunt again? Listen to The Devil’s Quarry  here  or on the iHeartRadio app.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics covered

• true crime
• wrongful convictions
• justice system
• predators
• victims
• investigation

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