Summary
Highlights
Introduction to the Case00:00
In 2003, South Korea witnessed a string of murders targeting wealthy families, leading the police to suspect a serial killer.
The First Murders05:07
The police discovered the bodies of a family in a wealthy Seoul neighborhood, showing no signs of forced entry, leading them to suspect someone close to the family.
Pattern Emerges15:30
Similar murders occurred in a different area, involving brutal head trauma, causing investigators to suspect and link a serial killer to these crimes.
Introduction of a Criminal Profiler25:45
Criminal profiler Young-Gon is brought in to create a profile of the suspect, suggesting the killer holds a vendetta against the rich.
A New Type of Crime35:20
Suddenly, new attacks began on women in the city, seemingly without the same pattern as the previous crimes, leaving the police baffled.
Key Breakthrough45:50
A former police officer, now a manager in the district, receives a call from a suspect using a missing victim's phone, leading to the suspect's capture.
The Arrest and Investigation55:10
The suspect, Yoo Young-Chul, is arrested and confesses to killings of the wealthy, as well as women in the new type of crime.
Impact of the Case1:05:35
Yoo Young-Chul's case leads to significant police reforms, and he is sentenced to death, yet remains in South Korean prison.
The Shocking Truth1:15:00
In 2006, it emerged that a different serial killer was responsible for some of the crimes Yoo was initially credited with, revealing manipulation within the investigation.
Conclusion1:25:30
Despite Yoo's conviction, the case highlighted flaws in the police system and catalyzed necessary reforms in South Korea.