This post will detail the other women linked to Ted Bundy romantically besides his well-known girlfriends Diane Edwards, Liz Kloepfer, and Carole Boone. While less discussed than his major relationships, all of these women had interesting stories to share about their time with Bundy. They have all since changed their names. Cathy Swindler, Seattle 1968 … Continue reading The Other Girlfriends, 1968-1976
Case File: Debra Jean Kent, 1974
Excerpts from the Bountiful Police Department's case file on Debra Jean Kent. Ted Bundy confessed to Debra’s murder two days before his execution in 1989. Only her right patella has been found. Courtesy Bountiful Police Dept. OFFENSE REPORT: ATTEMPT TO LOCATE by Officer KoneSaturday 11/8/1974DEBRA KENT AGE: 175’1”-110#-BROWN LONG HAIR-BROWN EYES-OVAL FACELAST SEEN WEARING WHITE … Continue reading Case File: Debra Jean Kent, 1974
Trial Transcript: Theodore Bundy, Part II, 1976
This is the cross examination of Ted Bundy by David Yocom, Assistant Salt Lake County prosecutor, in the Carol DaRonch kidnapping trial. Bruce Lubeck and John O'Connell were Bundy's defense attorneys. The testimony occurred on Thursday February 26, 1976. Ted Bundy at trial, March 2, 1976. MR. LUBECK: Your Honor, there’s a couple of exhibits … Continue reading Trial Transcript: Theodore Bundy, Part II, 1976
Trial Transcript: Theodore Bundy, Part 1, 1976
Ted takes the stand in his own defense and is direct examined by his defense attorney John O'Connell Thursday February 26, 1976. The defendant in this action, was called as a witness in his own behalf and, having been first duly sworn, was examined and testified as follows: Ted Bundy at the DaRonch trial preliminary … Continue reading Trial Transcript: Theodore Bundy, Part 1, 1976
Trial Transcript: Jerry Thompson, 1976
This is the witness testimony of Jerry Thompson, a Salt Lake County Deputy Sheriff. He personally searched Bundy's Salt Lake City apartments and his VW, and showed Carol DaRonch his mugshot for identification. He testified in the DaRonch kidnapping trial on Tuesday February 24, 1976. Jerry Thompson circa 1970s.Courtesy Rob Dielenberg DIRECT EXAMINATION OF DEPUTY … Continue reading Trial Transcript: Jerry Thompson, 1976
Trial Transcript: Bob Hayward, 1976
Bob Hayward, undated.Courtesy Rob Dielenberg Robert "Bob" Hayward was a sergeant with the Utah Highway Patrol responsible for Bundy's first arrest in the early morning hours of August 16, 1975. This is his witness testimony at the DaRonch trial on Thursday, February 26, 1976. DIRECT EXAMINATION BY MR. YOCOM: Q: For the record, would you … Continue reading Trial Transcript: Bob Hayward, 1976
Petition: Release Bundy’s Utah Prison Records
Last summer I requested access to the Utah Department of Corrections' records regarding Ted Bundy’s 1976 escape attempt from the Utah State Prison, any incident reports, and correctional officers’ logs regarding Bundy specifically. I received the mugshots seen in a previous post, but was denied any other records. The Department cited "a clearly unwarranted invasion … Continue reading Petition: Release Bundy’s Utah Prison Records
A Hidden Note, 1977
This is an excerpt from Bundy's address book, with a special hidden note dated May 23, 1977. It was written two weeks before his escape from the Pitkin County Courthouse in Aspen, Colorado. May 23rd was also the day he pleaded "not guilty" to the Caryn Campbell homicide in court. It reads: F.B.I.- Now what's … Continue reading A Hidden Note, 1977
Photos: Falling for a Killer Documentary
These screenshots were captured by Erin Banks and Aurore Sage from the trailer for the upcoming Amazon Prime documentary, Falling for a Killer. They seem to be photographs from Liz Kloepfer’s personal collection, and include photos of Ted, Liz, and her daughter Molly. The documentary will be available to stream on Amazon Prime January 31, … Continue reading Photos: Falling for a Killer Documentary
Trial Transcript: Ann Swenson, 1976
This is the witness testimony of Ann Swenson, a woman Ted Bundy met while attending Mormon Church functions in Salt Lake City. They dated briefly in early 1975 and remained friends afterwards. She testified in defense of Bundy on Wednesday, February 25, 1976. 1969 DIRECT EXAMINATION BY MR. LUBECK: Q: Would you state your name, … Continue reading Trial Transcript: Ann Swenson, 1976
