Fatal Fantasy | 1. Overkill

About this episode

The episode explores the murder of Dr. Robert Schwartz, a DNA scientist, found stabbed to death in his home with clues suggesting witchcraft.

Renowned DNA scientist and father of three, Dr. Robert Schwartz, is found stabbed to death more than 30 times by a sword inside his Virginia home. A Satanic pentagram and other clues point to some sort of witchcraft. Binge all episodes of Fatal Fantasy ad-free today by subscribing to The Binge. Visit The Binge on Apple Podcasts and hit ‘subscribe’ or visit GetTheBinge.com to get access. From serial killer nurses to psychic scammers – The Binge is your home for true crime stories that pull you in and never let go. Join our free newsletter at Patreon.com/TheBinge. The Binge – feed your true crime obsession. Fatal Fantasy is brought to you by Sony Music Entertainment and M. Williams Phelps LLC. Find out more about The Binge and other podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us @sonypodcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Topics covered

• true crime
• murder
• witchcraft
• DNA science
• investigation

Keywords

• murder
• DNA scientist
• witchcraft
• Satanic pentagram
• true crime

Sponsors

Sony Music Entertainment, M. Williams Phelps LLC

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Virginia

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