17: Richard Gaikowski: The Journalist Suspect

In Episode 17, we turn our attention to Richard Gaikowski, another compelling suspect in the Zodiac Killer case. In the 1980s, anonymous letters and an eerie voice led law enforcement to this quiet journalist with a mysterious past. Was he truly connected to the Zodiac’s brutal spree, or was this another case of misplaced suspicion? From his involvement in the underground press to the accusations that continued for years, Gaikowski’s story is filled with puzzling clues, coincidences, and relentless accusations. Join us as we examine the evidence, listen to the voices, and try to determine if Richard Gaikowski was the shadowy figure that terrorized California.