BONUS SHORT EPISODE

Something sinister might be lurking beneath the surface of Ladybird Lake in Austin, Texas. When 38 bodies turn up in just three years, can we really call it a coincidence?
The numbers are staggering – nearly 30 men, most between 30-49 years old, all found in the same relatively small urban lake since 2022. That's roughly one body every month for three straight years. While local authorities maintain these are accidental drownings, suicides, and overdoses, the patterns have sparked widespread speculation about a potential serial killer dubbed "The Rainy Street Ripper."
We dive into the disturbing statistics, comparing Ladybird Lake's death toll to Lake Norman in North Carolina – a body of water 78 times larger that's seen fewer fatalities over a much longer period. We also explore survivor accounts that challenge the official narrative, including two men who claim they were drugged before nearly drowning. As one survivor who spent days on life support puts it, "I survived the Rainey Street Ripper."
The local community has been raising alarms for years, with social media petitions gathering thousands of signatures demanding deeper investigation. A forensic psychiatrist has even voiced skepticism about the accidental explanation theory, noting that water environments can easily mask evidence of foul play. Why are so many men with similar profiles dying in this particular spot? And what environmental or safety measures have been implemented to prevent more deaths?
Whether this is truly the work of a serial killer or a tragic series of accidents, the people of Austin deserve answers based on thorough investigation rather than assumptions. If you have information about unusual incidents at Ladybird Lake or have experienced something suspicious in the area, reach out to us on TikTok @WhysoSerialPod. We're following this story closely and will update you as new information emerges.

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