The Murder of Rebecca Schaeffer: How One Death Changed Stalking Laws Forever

Former FBI agent and criminal profiler Candice DeLong examines the case of Rebecca Schaeffer. A rising star and actress, Rebecca was stalked and murdered by obsessive fan Robert John Bardo, who traveled from Arizona to California to shoot her at her apartment doorstep. Her death shocked the nation and led to increased public awareness of the dangers of stalking. It also prompted changes in the law, including the passage of the first anti-stalking legislation in California and the creation of a national database of stalkers. Schaeffer's death remains a powerful reminder of the importance of protecting victims of stalking. Please support us by supporting our sponsors. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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When a shocking crime occurs, people ask “Why?” Was it about power, ego, or revenge? On Killer Psyche, retired FBI agent Candice DeLong draws on her decades of experience to reveal why these murderers and criminals committed these heinous acts. She will reveal fascinating new details about what drove these people, including cases she was close to. Candice will share specific psychological methods and profiling techniques that experts use to understand the deepest part of the most complex, fascinating, and twisted minds, from the Unabomber to Alex Murdaugh to Mary Bell.Need more Killer Psyche? With Wondery+, enjoy exclusive episodes, early access to new ones, and they’re always ad-free. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting http://link.wondery.com/KillerPsycheLinks now.