Join Christian and Kate as they examine the real crime behind one of the most infamous haunted houses in America. Before the red eyes in the windows, before the bestselling books and horror films, there were six murders inside a quiet suburban home at 112 Ocean Avenue in Amityville, New York.

In this episode, we focus on the DeFeo family and the events of November 13, 1974. We explore the troubled life of Ronald “Butch” DeFeo Jr., the violence that reportedly simmered inside the household, the investigation that followed the killings, and the evidence that led to his conviction. This is the documented history — the police reports, the courtroom testimony, and the unanswered questions that remain.

Before Amityville became a story about hauntings, it was a homicide case that shocked Long Island and left a house forever marked by tragedy.

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Mystery Date is written, edited, filmed, and produced by Christian Sullivan and Kate Sullivan. Music and sound are provided by Descript stock media and Artlist Media. We do not own the rights to any of the images shared in our episodes. All images in this video were sourced from Wiki Commons.

Join Christian and Kate as they pull back the curtain on the art of ghost hunting. Long before night-vision cameras, EMF meters, and paranormal TV shows, people were already investigating the dead. Philosophers, priests, scientists, and skeptics all asked the same unsettling question: what happens if something doesn’t stay gone?

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Sources & Further Reading:Curious minds welcome! For a full list of sources, extras, and reading recommendations related to this episode, check out the episode blog on our website.

Production:Mystery Date is written, edited, filmed, and produced by Christian Sullivan and Kate Sullivan. Music and sound are provided by Descript stock media and Artlist Media. We do not own the rights to any of the images shared in our episodes. All images in this video were sourced from Wiki Commons.

Join Christian and Kate as they explore the chilling legend of Loftus Hall on Ireland's stormy Hook Peninsula. Discover the haunted history of this gothic mansion, from its origins in the 12th century to the tragic tale of Lady Ann Tottenham and the mysterious stranger. Grab your favorite drink and let's start the show!

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