Why A Serial Killer’s Cell Phone Threats from Death Row Haunt Us Today

Why A Serial Killer’s Cell Phone Threats from Death Row Haunt Us Today

Author: Robert Riggs December 12, 2023 Duration: 22:27
Death Row Calling–I Know Where Your Daughters Live

I delve into the shadowy underworld of contraband communication, where prisoners wielding illegal cell phones orchestrate a web of threats and criminal enterprises from behind bars. 

My story revolves around the chilling case of Richard Tabler, a serial killer on Texas Death Row. 

Tabler’s audacious use of a smuggled cell phone to threaten a Texas Senator ignited a political firestorm, unmasking a glaring security breach within the prison system. 

Contraband Cell Phones Seized at the Polunsky Prison Unit in Texas

I reveal the alarming extent to which inmates can exploit contraband technology to reach beyond prison walls, posing a significant threat to public safety and the integrity of the penal system.

Serial Killer Richard “Blue” Tabler on Texas Death Row 2007

You will also get a look inside the mind of a bizarre, cold-blooded serial killer who recruited an Army soldier from Fort Hood as his accomplice.

And shocker, Tabler was a police drug informant committing murders.

Serial Killer Richard Tabler — Mugshot Texas Death Row

In a typewritten letter to me from death row, Tabler claimed he had found Jesus there.

Once you hear this, tell me if you believe him.


READ: Serial Killer Richard Tabler’s Death Row Letter To Reporter Robert Riggs


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Robert Riggs has spent decades as an investigative reporter, and in True Crime Reporter, he applies that relentless, document-driven approach to the stories that haunt us. This isn't just a retelling of grim headlines; it's a meticulous walk through active case files, historical injustices, and the societal undercurrents that allow crime to flourish. Each episode feels like you're sitting across from Riggs as he lays out his notes, connecting dots between evidence, witness accounts, and the often-overlooked details that change a narrative. You'll hear the tension in the pursuit of truth, the weight of unresolved questions, and the quiet impact on communities and families left in the wake of violence. The podcast moves beyond the sensational to examine the cultural and systemic factors at play, offering a sober, deeply researched perspective. Listen for long-form narratives that build like a detective's board, where every piece of audio, every interview, and every document serves a purpose. It’s for those who want to understand the 'why' and the 'how' as much as the 'who,' presented with the clarity and authority of a seasoned journalist who knows the terrain. This is a journey into real stories, handled with the care they demand, and it naturally becomes an essential listen for anyone fascinated by the intersection of human behavior, justice, and the news.
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