The Problem with Erik | 6. The Fall

About this episode

Investigators set a trap for Erik as they close in on him.

As investigators close in, they set a trap to see how far Erik will go to maintain control of the situation. Audio subscribers to Texas Monthly can get early access to episodes of the series, plus exclusive interviews and audio. Visit texasmonthly.com/audio to join.

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Host: Texas Monthly

Topics covered

• investigation
• control
• manipulation
• crime
• psychology

Keywords

• Erik
• investigation
• trap
• control
• Texas Monthly

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