Buried Bones - a historical true crime podcast with Kate Winkler Dawson and Paul Holes The Machete Murderer PT 2
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Oct 15, 2025 In this gripping examination, the narrative returns to the chilling Yuba City murders, shedding light on the twisted psyche of the suspect, Juan Corona. The investigation reveals intricate details about the victims and burial sites, while discussions of sexual motivations and organized crime patterns challenge our understanding of the killer's mind. With revelations about evidence mishandling and contentious court battles, the hosts explore the haunting reality of vulnerable victims and the tragic flaws in the judicial system.
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Deep Graves And Sexual Mutilation Signal Intent
- Graves were unusually deep, often three feet or more, showing time and effort by the offender.
- Repeated exposure of victims' genitals points to a sexual or humiliation component to the killings.
Bathroom Assault Tied To Suspect
- Kate recounts the 1970 bathroom assault on Jose Romero Rea and the tip by Natividad implicating his half-brother Juan.
- That attack becomes a key link that focused investigators on Juan Corona.
Not Purely Psychotic — Mixed Offender
- Paul doubts Juan was a purely psychotic offender because the crimes show planning and concealment.
- He instead describes Juan as a mixed organized/disorganized offender with purposeful selection and burial strategies.
