Introducing Serial Killers & Murderous Minds: Liz Golyar: Obsession, Stalking, and Murder
Summary
This episode of *Serial Killers and Murderous Minds* investigates the case of Liz Gollier, who stalked and manipulated Dave Krupa after he ended their casual relationship. Hosts Vanessa Richardson and Dr. Tristan Engels analyze how Gollier used cyber-stalking, fabricated threats, and a fake kidnapping to isolate Dave and destroy his relationship with his new partner, Carrie Farver. The discussion highlights the psychological dynamics of romantic obsession, the dangers of inconsistent boundaries, and how law enforcement initially dismissed the stalking as a mental health crisis.
Topics discussed
Introduction and Crime House Plus promotion
Case overview: Liz Gollier and Dave Krupa
Dave's new life and meeting Liz online
Psychological analysis of Liz's jealousy and boundaries
Breakup with Liz and introduction of Carrie Farver
Liz's intrusive behavior and red flags
Escalation of stalking and legal reform discussion
Dave and Carrie's relationship and Liz's manipulation
Carrie's disappearance on November 13, 2012
Missing person report and police response
Gender bias in law enforcement and psychiatric anchoring
False Facebook message and failed police search
Carrie's threats and Dave's alliance with Liz
Psychological impact of chronic hypervigilance
Surveillance threats and police jurisdiction issues
The trunk photo threat and stress response analysis
Discovery of Carrie's abandoned car
Dave's drinking, Liz's odd behavior, and shared trauma
Fake obituary and physical violence escalation
The arson at Liz's house and Liz's suspicious testimony
Outro and credits
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