Shortcut: The Delphi Murders - ATC International

Shortcut: The Delphi Murders - ATC International

Author: Bravecasting February 26, 2026 Duration: 18:17

This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed.

Teenagers Abby Williams and Libby German were dropped off at a popular hiking trail near the Monon High Bridge, just outside their hometown of Delphi, Indiana. About 40 minutes later, Libby posted a picture on her Snapchat account showing Abby carefully walking across the bridge. It was the last time they made contact with the outside world, although it wasn't the last time Libby recorded their surroundings. 

The girls were reported missing later that afternoon, and community members searched for them through the night. But sadly, their bodies were discovered nearby the following day. 

in October 2022, a local man was taken into custody. Who is he? Did he know the girls? Is there any truth to the rumors that other people may yet to be charged? The best person to ask these questions is without a doubt, journalist Susan Hendricks. 

Click here to purchase Susan Hendricks' book, "Down the Hill".

Click here to learn more about the Abby and Libby Memorial Park 

Lifeline on 13 11 14

 

13 YARN on 13 92 76 (24/7 crisis support phone line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people)

CREDITS:

Host: Meshel Laurie

Guest: Susan Hendricks

Executive Producer: Matthew Tankard

Extra content from Inside Edition is used in this episode.

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