Gilgo Beach serial killer pleads guilty. Hawaii doctor learns his fate. Plus, reasonable doubt.
- Apr 9, 2026
- 35:33
- Full Episode
<p>In Long Island, Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann pleads guilty to murders spanning decades. The families of his victims speak out. In Hawaii, a verdict at the trial of anesthesiologist Gerhardt Konig, who is accused of attempting to murder his wife on a hike. Plus, a veteran prosecutor explains what reasonable doubt means in a jury trial.</p> <p>Help "Missing in America" win a Webby award. Vote here: <a href="https://vote.webbyawards.com/PublicVoting#/2026/podcasts/shows/crime-justice" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://vote.webbyawards.com/PublicVoting#/2026/podcasts/shows/crime-justice</a></p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>
Brief Summary
Rex Heuerman pleads guilty to multiple murders; Dr. Koenig's trial reveals complex dynamics of attempted murder case; reasonable doubt discussed.
Key points
- Gilgo Beach Serial Killer Arrest. After 30 years, police arrest Rex Heuerman for the murders of seven victims.
- Heuerman Pleads Guilty. Rex Heuerman pleads guilty to multiple murders, shocking the courtroom.
- Emotional Family Reactions. Families of victims express relief and sorrow as Heuerman pleads guilty.
- Hawaii Anesthesiologist Trial. Dr. Gerhardt Koenig's trial reveals a dramatic story of attempted murder on a hike.
- Verdict Reached in Koenig Case. Dr. Gerhardt Koenig found guilty of attempted manslaughter after a tense trial.
Episode highlights
- Gilgo Beach Serial Killer ArrestAfter 30 years, police arrest Rex Heuerman for the murders of seven victims.“30 years after the first remains were found, police finally made an arrest.”2:04Apr 9, 2026
- Heuerman Pleads GuiltyRex Heuerman pleads guilty to multiple murders, shocking the courtroom.“The Gilgo Beach serial killer suspect now says he did it and admitted to an eighth murder.”2:31Apr 9, 2026
- Emotional Family ReactionsFamilies of victims express relief and sorrow as Heuerman pleads guilty.“I think a lot of them are breathing a sigh of relief.”9:16Apr 9, 2026
- Hawaii Anesthesiologist TrialDr. Gerhardt Koenig's trial reveals a dramatic story of attempted murder on a hike.“Prosecutors say Gerhardt was so consumed with rage and jealousy that he tried to kill her.”11:34Apr 9, 2026
- Verdict Reached in Koenig CaseDr. Gerhardt Koenig found guilty of attempted manslaughter after a tense trial.“Dr. Gerhardt Koenig was found guilty of attempted manslaughter.”22:01Apr 9, 2026
