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For over a decade, the Gilgo Beach murders haunted Long Island-an unsolved string of killings that left at least eleven victims, mostly young women, abandoned along a desolate stretch of highway. The victims were largely sex workers, their disappearances overlooked and their families left to suffer in silence. The case stalled, tainted by missteps, corruption, and a justice system that seemed to forget them. Then came the name no one expected: Rex Heuermann - a quiet, unassuming Manhattan architect with a suburban home, a family, and, allegedly, a monstrous secret. In 2023, his arrest sent shockwaves across the country, turning a cold case into national headlines. But how did it take so long? And why did the system fail for so many years? THE CASE OF REX HEUERMANN: THE TRIAL OF REX HEUERMANN is a gripping true crime account that examines the chilling rise and arrest of the man accused of being the Gilgo Beach killer. This book goes beyond the headlines, diving deep into the flawed investigation, the lives of the forgotten victims, and the dramatic trial that followed. With exclusive insight into the renewed public interest driven by Netflix's hit docuseries Gone Girls: The Long Island Serial Killer, it uncovers how law enforcement, media bias, and systemic neglect allowed a suspected serial killer to hide in plain sight. From the disturbing discovery of the ""Gilgo Four"" to the shocking evidence that led to Heuermann's arrest, this is a story about more than just one man-it's about the families who fought for justice, the investigators who refused to give up, and the broken system that nearly let a killer go free. Perfect for readers of true crime, legal thrillers, and those who believe every victim deserves to be heard.

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