Hundreds of murder victims linked to long-haul truckers; FBI alleges 450 serial killers roaming road

[@tracykellison8682]

I ran away from home at 17 yrs old & hitched with truckers, because they were the only vehicle that at night I could tell wasn't cops. I was very lucky & had only nice lonely men who were glad for the company, somebody to talk to. They never tried anything, they took care of me, like I was their daughter, fed me & gave me what little money they had when they dropped me off. Made it from Tennessee to Florida. This was in 1983.

[@DH-ms8dd]

You were lucky, God was with you.

[@YaakovEzraAmiChi]

There was a lot of hitchhiking in America back then. It’s insane how crazy they were

[@luciferjohnson8495]

You are lucky to be alive

[@ktcooki276]

What stories I bet you could tell. Awesome!😊

[@CT-vm4gf]

@@silntbtrflyIt was just luck.

[@lordofthehouseofstormcrows8615]

I just saw a semi pulling a trailer that said: "Be nice to truck drivers because we know places where nobody will ever find you." Needless to say I'm now terrified.

[@kimberlychelen9890]

No way... 🫣😱 WhThFu?

[@IndigoCave28]

It’s true

[@thelovelyt1]

I cackled

[@kimberlychelen9890]

@@IndigoCave28 Sick...

[@kimberlychelen9890]

@@thelovelyt1 Why?

[@LReno-di9cm]

My family member is a Board certified psychiatrist. 30+ years ago she wrote her dissertation based on the hypothesis that truck drivers were undetected serial killers.

[@andreah6379]

That's not professional to lump all one group of ppl together with that hypothesis. I have collected a list of 25 cops/law enforcement employees that over the years killed, tortured, did massively cruel things to ppl but no way can I or anyone say all cops are killers. That's ridiculous.

[@1ACL]

Wow. I wonder what started that line of thinking?

[@Azazel2024]

Really? I have a sideboard certified

[@paulis7319]

I wonder if that dissertation would still be relevant with today's dashcams in most trucks and CCTV's at every truck stop.

[@shannonandsheila1403]

​@@1ACLLiberals

[@GFYKTHXBYE]

There are victims I've heard called the "Missing missing." It refers to people who don't have family or friends to notice when they have disappeared, or have possibly become a victim of one of these monsters. There are people out there who have gone missing, and no one even knows they are gone. It's such a horrible thought.

[@bryanchannell7715]

I'm that person

[@sharedexperiences2773]

On this planet with SO many people. You better make some friends. At least someone you wave to every day.

[@awol.oper8r]

I've also heard them be referred to as the "less dead"

[@sansanchez2465]

Wow, that is deep.

[@caitlyngendersmeatsack]

Well that’s a stupid name for them 😕🙁

[@americanwoman6246]

When i was in my 20s i went on a road trip and i met an angel driving a big rig in colorado. I was at a truck stop out of gas, i went in the store to get some free hot water and a man out of the blue says are you ok? Like we were literally just passing each other as he left the store and i went in. I said yeah im good, how are you? He said "confused, are you SURE your ok?" I said well i could use some gas. He said pull up to the pump and i did. He filled up my tank checked my oil bought some and added it as needed. And walked off and waved. With out more then two sentences exchanged between us. After he walked off in the direction of a truck, the only vehicle in the back parking lot, i said thank you and he said dont thank me and pointed up. I pulled away from the pump and immediately flipped around to deliberately drive by so i wave one more time, and he was gone. Him and the truck. Theres no way he drove off woth out passing me. I never left the parking lot and i dont think he even had time to reach his truck in the 10 seconds he was out of my direct line of sight, let alone started his truck and drove off. It was the strangest encounter ive ever had in my life. Right there in that moment i knew he was an angel and God is real. He is there. Im not a bible thumper by any means, but that road trip was to clear my head after my mother died and i can easily say i was further from faith in god then i had ever been when i left home, but by the time i made it back there was no doubt in my mond that there is a higher power and he is looking out for me. Im not from a religious family, ive never been to church regularly but i know He is there.

[@Christisking1911]

Praise God! Indeed He is always with us, and waits patiently for us to get to know Him!

[@grettagirl2884]

Yours is an incredible story ❤️!

[@meko3089]

Research project 2025

[@americanwoman6246]

@@meko3089 whats that?

[@danielgriffith8911]

Angels ARE real. You have to respect them, though. They are not our slaves and owe us nothing, but some choose to help us. He probably ducked into the bathroom or got in a car and you didnt notice. I dont think they buy oil for us and put it in. Some people just listen to God in the moment and God told him you need help?

[@MyTube4Utoo]

I was a driver for years, decades in fact. I can testify that there are some great people out there delivering everything we need to keep our lives going. However, there are also some guys that I'd never turn my back on. Guys that gave me the creeps just being around. As mentioned in the video, drug and alcohol usage is also common. The thing about it, even if a guy isn't a predator, isn't always on the hunt, like with other crimes, sometimes people see an opportunity, and strike. Yes, most of us aren't like that, but even if it's 0.01% of people that are, that's scary, as it only takes that one time. Any female that is out there hitchhiking is rolling the dice with every ride they accept.

[@AnastasiaRomanov-w9x]

Agree. My ex husband was a trucker but he did mostly road construction with the teamsters or big govt projects. We knew several long haul guys and a couple of them I didn’t want to be left alone in a room with.

[@AnaGNews]

So scary

[@ShareHolder-gp9il]

That's why you can never fully trust anyone.

[@kimberlycherrine-bell5371]

You know whats actually scarey is that many get away with crime because they are actually THE NICE GUY, that you actually don't think are the creeps..The slightly shy, comes off uber helpful and kind..I know a trucker like that that actually has a former arson charge and never was charged but was a maritial GRapist when it was still legal to Grape your wife..Then was under investigation for OVER two yrars but never charged for SA abusing a child..He is rooming around trucking and is NOT the nice guy so many think he is..His rage at having to hide is true "desires" often puts him in cycles of rage..I hate to think the evil he may have done , none are aware of....Be careful of "THE NICE GUYS".not all of them out there are the nice guys you think they are..Also he never drinks, smokes or does drugs..BE CAREFUL OUT THERE

[@MyTube4Utoo]

@kimberlycherrine-bell5371 That's true. How many times do we see the most horrible humans imaginable, and their former neighbors described as "quiet, kept to himself, didn't bother anyone, was very helpful, seemed like such a nice guy," and they're talking about a Ted Bundy or Jeffrey Dahmer-type. I remember the lady that worked with Bundy at the Suicide Prevention Hotline said she used to have him walk her to her car because they got off work late at night. Thankfully, she wasn't Bundy's type.

[@sunshineinarizona1726]

In 1978, I became one of the first women to drive semi-trucks alone in LA. I drove for 10 years. In my 40s, I went to university and earned a degree in criminal justice. I'm looking forward to reading Frank Figliuzzi's book The Long Haul.

[@duMaurier15]

they keep stats of dumb things like that? in 1988 I was the first man to eat rice on a purple carboard plate.

[@Kloops]

@@duMaurier15do you feel better about yourself?

[@duMaurier15]

@@Kloops Not really.. Is posting useless stats about oneself supposed to? I guess the people posting their (mostly made-up) life story on YT comment section need to work on their self-worth LOL.

[@pocketmon4509]

lol dude what was the point of saying what you did. It wasn’t necessary info. Thought it was gonna be linked to creepy truckers 😂

[@spicytrash4981]

Awwww, all the butthurt dudes with their fragile masculinity. So cute and sad.

[@DarknessPrincess999]

Ana is so compassionate, which is needed for topics like this. I wish other Crime Podcasters would have as much respect as she has.

[@AnaGNews]

Thank you for that kindness

[@jandoxbsbnx]

as a former trucker and ex - gang member, half of these truckers are all ex-felon that came out from prison for doing time for murder or attempted murder or hard prison time for doing something very serious ...These people get hire on by these company and train by the government because the government thinks they need a second chance...and sometimes you can't rehabilitate killers ....

[@cheylou1]

That’s true I was kidnapped off a house boat in shu swap lake bc. and he was in jail for many years as the most 10 most wanted murder in Canada. How do I not Know that he told me and showed me newspaper article his mother kept. Guess what he is a city garbage truck driver.

[@danielgriffith8911]

yes, but a LOT of that has changed since trucks became slaves to the GPS. They dont have TIME to go kill anyone these days. Beware the EX truck driver!

[@POSSIBLYHIGH]

All males btw alllll males…

[@Bno2panther]

As a current driver, you're full of bull. Not half of us are felons. The problem is the non English speakers that the government trains, furnishs a truck and operating authority to.

[@mikepalmer1971]

I would say most times you cannot rehabilitate a killer.

[@ErinMagner82]

This is scary; I remember one time I was in a gas station bathroom and someone kicked open the door. When I got back in my car I was being followed. I slowed down to 35mph in the right lane to let them pass by but they tailed me for miles. It was after 1am or 2am in the morning. Finally I got near another car on the road and I floored it away hoping that the other car would be enough of an obstacle. The whole thing felt so scary and now that I see this story I'm sorry that I didn't consider contacting the police at the time.

[@williamfarley7134]

I remember when a friend of mine found one of the I-40 victims while working. We live in a tiny community where everyone knows everybody. The guy that killed her was linked to several other interstate murders. He was a long haul driver. Makes you wonder what is lurking in the shadows and sometimes in the light.

[@victoriaimdahl6058]

Fortunately, I have never met a bad trucker. You always have to be careful and read your environment. Be safe, not sorry.

[@beforeyourimmigrants8471]

Seligman Arizona

[@the_gilded_age_phoenix8717]

Much more difficult for truckers to do these crimes now because of all of the logs and videoing/recording that goes on in commercial trucking today. From the 1920s on through the 90s, there was prolly a lot of these trucker crimes.

[@zekrk504]

Ana, I am so glad you've chosen this topic to spotlight on your wonderful broadcast! It needs to be investigated, and thanks to your guest for his book.

[@AnaGNews]

Thank you for the feedback!

[@WITHTHEBEARDEDLADY]

Please, father, keep a hedge of protection on all the vulnerable souls that may come in contact with any of these truckers.

[@PricelessJesus]

Amen x

[@49ers_red_and_gold2]

He will not!

[@imjustme9479]

❤ from your words to the good Lord ears.

[@Dovelunalove]

amen.

[@ghostface_7]

Batsht crazy typing a KZbin comment to your imaginary friend asking him cast a magical protection spell 😂im sorry but what the hell man

[@spinozareader]

The best interviewer in the biz, here. Never interrupts her guest; allows us to learn so much from each interview.

[@AnaGNews]

Wow, thank you for that 🙏🏼

[@tammyjoyce65]

Where I'm from, you lock all doors at every opportunity. House, car, anywhere you're at. Never leave your vehicle unlocked anywhere. When you get into the car, you look it first and start your vehicle. Then I move to a very complacent city. Very little crime happens. I still practice locking doors. Evil can lurk around any corner. There's no suspense music or warnings before it happens. Sometimes, we're fortunate to notice. I'm hyper vigilant because my mom used to terrorize us with the scary things that happened. You better watch your backs. Someone's out to get y'all. The world has no true paradise, but we can stay alert to protect ourselves in some cases.

[@miproduction6196]

Be trained, be ready, Know that being hypervigilant can take over aspects of your life, but it's a trade off. Know that end of the day, your innate reaction time is faster when not thinking, but you must be prepared and aware.

[@hibaali3797]

The Devils are walking around as, humans ARE THE DEVILS....SO JUST BE AWARE.

[@miproduction6196]

@@hibaali3797 I work and live in the sticks, and nothing is truer than your statement. Even in pitch black at night at camp alone… NOTHING is scarier than the thought of a human, or the preconceived connotation in our consciousness that makes us paranoid to the point to a non threat to overreact with lethal force (my own human thoughts). Whenever I believe there to be some sort of threat around, based on no senses, I realize now… that the biggest threat is my own scewed perception inside of my mind relayed onto surroundings, which IS controllable

[@ripwinter562]

Bingo! i thought this when u read that comment too, like sheesh lady borderline paranoid if ya ask me haha

[@tammyjoyce65]

It's probably true to a point of paranoia. However, I did come from a town with one of the highest drug rates in the nation. There was drive by shootings and threats of that. The house I grew up in, has bullet holes in the back of it since 1980 to today. People have attempted to break in and I was alone. I said that I had a rifle pointed right at them. I was a teenager. My mom terrorized us with you better look behind you. It's made me tough and people where I live now, doesn't understand. There was terrible child abuse in the house against us kids. I'm not as afraid as I was growing up, but I'm hyper vigilant. I can still hear a thunderstorm before most hear it. It has affected me.

[@alexdimonico9382]

Here in Vancouver Canada, the highway of tears murders on women...they can't find the killer because he's a trucker.

[@kimberlyfrey8740]

I was literally about to post on this saying the same thing then i saw your comment. I agree

[@EKSKE]

This is a current & unresolved ?

[@meeeeeee-uz1im]

Yes​@@EKSKE

[@kimberlyfrey8740]

@@EKSKE there are multiple specials covering the highway of tears. The theory is a truck driver or multiple killers. It is still unsolved to this day. The majority of the women who were found murdered or went missing there were indigenous. There was one case who was not and they did catch her killer.

[@TedBundysGhost]

So...long haul trucker...guess I got a new career path...

[@valkyrie1066]

I find it disturbing for a whole 'nother reason. Back when I was in my early 20's, me and my best pal had been doing a road trip to go camping but got stranded. (before uber) We were at a truck stop discussing our options, and headed outside for a smoke. A hansome trucker called us over and asked if we drove... He said he'd be deighted to give us both a ride. He mentioned he wasn't predujuced (best friend is a gay man of same age with long blonde hair) He threw in that he had some steaks and a way to cook them on the way, and we could party on the way. I got a great big grin on my face, and looked at my friend, whose eyes went glassy...he put his hand on my shoulder....unusually formally and firmly and told me it would be best if we found another way. The guy kept coaxing; but after the warning, I began to get uncomfortabe....geez, he really WANTED to give us that ride....maybe too much. He said we should simply get a room nearby, and he would call his brother for a ride in the morning. I agreed that sounded better, and we told the man thank you, goodbye. When we walked away, my friend looked at me and said. "I love you. I really do." Oh, heck yes we're still friends almost 40 years later. I have to call him and talk to him about this one. And remind him, I still love him, too!

[@amgguy4319]

Same exact thing happened to me and my buddy, 1977. My friend wanted the ride, I said NO. I had the craziest feeling out of nowhere, why this many wanted to pick up two teenage boys at night.

[@LightBlue9-f4w]

I love this story, and it's so good to hear that you can actually have a friend for life!!!

[@aflawedhuman2046]

@amgguy4319…. You made me think of Randy Kraft. Boys do have to be careful too

[@susanne1756]

I met a trucker on a dating site. I never actually met up in person, but we talked for a year on and off. He told me to Never trust a trucker on the road...if you break down, don't get a ride with them. Call your insurance or someone you know to help. Very scary because I also thought truckers were good people, I'm sure many are, but there's always the creep. You can find many creeps on the dating sites too...

[@andreah6379]

Truck drivers are like cops. There are good guys and there are the psychopaths.

[@richardspillers6282]

He's right. But also there are a lot of good people out here. I had a 16yo run away ask to use my phone and she told me her stuff was still in her "boyfriend's" truck. I headed out to the pump to go get it. She told me "he's dangerous" I told her to look out the window and see all them grumpy mean as hell fathers and grandfathers out there. "They're dangerous"

[@saynotohookups]

Dating sites are horrible. I'm quite done with men.

[@Katiemadonna3]

Truckers have helped me on the road during several break downs in rural highways at night when the police would not.

[@DingleBerryMilkshake]

What would make you think they're good people???

[@craZbeauTful]

In 2018 I had a psychotic break and went into psychosis from a horrible trip. On that adventure I stopped at a rest area and got into at LEAST 5 diesels asking for my dad. I thank God DAILY that I was found. I didn't realize how dangerous truckers could be until I recovered. Hearing this dialogue makes me even more thankful and cautious. I've been traveling on my own for 2 decades and as I got older I definitely thought truck stops were safer being well light and with the separation of cars and trucks but you can never be too safe. ❤ I can't wait to read Frank's books. Thank you for sharing.

[@Effervescent1111]

As a woman who is always on the highway … I’m here taking notes !!!!

[@canUfeelMYface]

leave the notes and keep your eyes on the damn road

[@1980Invasion]

@@canUfeelMYfacehilarious

[@whispersamungtrees]

I worked at a truck stop for 2 years. This is totally believable- some of them are pretty nasty, and im not talking physically.

[@heidikirsch9100]

Can you share one of your experiences please

[@whispersamungtrees]

@@heidikirsch9100 nothing really sticks out. But I was hit on more times than I could count, and had a few try to get me to leave with them. I was young, 19 when I started. looking back, I'm glad I don't work there anymore. One wrong choice and anything could've happened. Even with all the security cameras they have. One thing I can say, is the nice ones stick out in my memory. A lot of them are lonely and work the holidays, missing their family. I learned a lot from them, and met many different types. Like the 60 year old gamer(his gamer tag had something like that in it lol), a super hardcore gamer, kinda famous actually, he was so cool lol. And one time I saw a grown man throw a full on temper tantrum cuz he couldn't return his load locks. 🤦🏼‍♀️ I'm struggling to think of anything else, it was mostly at the CAT scale and register u get the nasty ones. And its a quick encounter. In and out, they're gone. Like they're not trying to stick around- for various reasons. Ik this prolly wasn't as helpful as u hope, but thought it better then leaving u hanging.

[@hydratejsn]

​@@heidikirsch9100 I worked a part-time job at a gas station in Europe. Some of the truckers stopping there were just not giving good vibes. They look at you funny, have rough manners, make inappropriate comments and have a bad temper. They often look sweaty and greasy, like they lack social behaviour and hygiene filters. A colleague who worked there for a few years told me many use the "services" of very cheap pr@st1tutes, even ones that have viwes, which is extra bad, because these women were almost homeless, drug addicts and could've been sick. She knew, because the women used to hang around the station and the men would just leave with them. I never saw this personally, the station had a new manager, who put an end to the women being around. One creepy and weird personal incident was a man in his fities (I was 19) who after paying leaned closer to me and said "tonight, keep your hands away from under the blanket". Wth

[@DingleBerryMilkshake]

​@@heidikirsch9100oh I'd love to! 😂😂😂 They make a mess and don't even try to clean it up. Example: those tiny creamer cups? They'll use tons of them, and just throw them on the counter. Even if the trash is only a couple feet away. They snort bloody boogers in the sink or on the mirror! They are incredibly impatient and rude, and they never think they're wrong. Go work at a truck stop... you'll hate them in no more than 3 shifts. Oh, and they're very sexually aggressive with female employees, they all think they are studs

[@Turk_2023]

@@heidikirsch9100 She was a lot lizard for 2 years, I don't think you want to hear those stories

[@kimberlyhood4095]

Thanks Ana, this was addressed a few years ago with a documentary style miniseries called "The Killing Season." I highly recommend it cause it started out about LISK and they wound up going down a rabbit hole.

[@AnaGNews]

Thank you 🙏🏼

[@Mermare]

Was this a podcast or TV show?

[@ezzb]

Where? It's a docu series?

[@kimberlyhood4095]

@@ezzb it's on here or was and also Pluto Tv.

[@kimberlyhood4095]

@@Mermare it's a docuseries, it was on Pluto tv and it's on here.

[@Chulitatr]

the devil runs rampant on earth.

[@andreah6379]

Yep. And these predators can be your next door neighbor too. You never know who ppl really are.

[@ryanmalone2681]

You’re a bit simple if you think something supernatural is required for humans to commit sexual violence. No devil required.

[@Tamarind525]

😭 this is a very important topic. Thank you for bringing light to it. I pray that it will save lives

[@HuePhong-mz3qh]

Brilliant guest. How he nailed diagnosing a serial killers - almost always have issues with their Mother's. What I find fascinating none of the serial killers never take it out on their mother's but on innocent females, who did nothing to them. Utter Cowards!

[@Jinxi928]

Edmund Kemper would disagree on not taking it out on his mom

[@jmhellmann5236]

They always blame the mom rather she was an abuser or in most cases she was abused.

[@RK-ui3if]

​@@Jinxi928yes, but look how many women he killed before he got to his mother...

[@scarletwitch6023]

@@Jinxi928I was just about to comment Ed Kemper, he really took his rage (and other tendancies (ewww)) out on his mom.

[@IndigoCave28]

@@Jinxi928for sure

[@alabaster193]

As women, we don't have freedom even if we're not sex workers. We constantly have to look over our shoulders and it will never improve. You're not safe at home at all. I have a Ring security system but my dog is my best alert system. Aside from the companionship, he's always on high alert and I can sleep at night. If the dog doesn't bark, I know I'm good to go.

[@ckennedy109637]

thats what men are here for to keep yall safe ... get you one and cherish him and he will protect and provide for you

[@dianemorton2222]

@@alabaster193 i have always had a dog too. Dogs are the best security.

[@ApacheMagic]

@@ckennedy109637sadly many women who choose to live alone got scared off that option. Most murders of women are committed by their husbands, uncles, fathers.

[@BoomBoom-ym5oy]

I promise its better than dog wee wee

[@9chilidog]

Uhhhh, the only reason you can live by yourself with a small amount of safety, is because you live in the west.

[@PamelaH_HappyVibes]

Hi Ana - I worked in a shipping office for a few months in 2021. It was eye opening! Most truck drivers were so nice but every now and then one with a bad attitude would come in. I always tried to smile and be cheerful when speaking with the drivers. I got gifts from them all the time when they came back in. 😂 I met some wonderful men and women that spend a lot of time on the road. The road can be lonely and it sure could be a place to commit crimes undetected for a while. So sad but, I appreciate the good drivers out there! I hope you had a happy 4th, Ana. I stayed home with my dogs. My oldest is scared of thunder and fireworks. Have a great weekend!

[@AnaGNews]

Pamela - you have done it all!! Good and bad everywhere

[@asiakym]

This just broke my heart. My daughter is 14 years old, the same age as the girl that one of the truckers victimized, filled my heart with sorrow. That poor baby. Absolutely broke my heart...

[@k8marlowe]

Thank you both for bringing attention to the FBIs initiative to solve the countless “interstate” murders through this database. Looking forward to reading your book, Frank!

[@AnonymousAnonymous-oi2pl]

Anyone else remember growing up and being told how grateful people were to truckers. If in trouble on highway, you were glad to see one.

[@AnaGNews]

I believe in honest people

[@AnastasiaRomanov-w9x]

@@AnaGNews it’s just hard to tell who fits that description today. Psychopaths and sociopaths can be very deceptive. And you won’t find out who they really are until it’s too late.

[@10base-teaparty97]

@@AnastasiaRomanov-w9x That was just as true yesterday. If anything more. People just weren't consuming piles of true crime then.

[@AnastasiaRomanov-w9x]

@@10base-teaparty97 except that I think fewer people have their Christian faith today and with more people believing in nothing, there is a void to be filled that often is filled with evil.

[@andreah6379]

With this story, no more.

[@iGame3D]

I had an uncle who I thought was a serial killer the moment I met him. He was a long haul trucker. He was a really nice guy and as far as I know he never killed anyone, but man, did he look the part.

[@ktcooki276]

Ouch!!🤣

[@LaughingblueSu]

Did he look the part, or did you feel a vibe? Maybe he was never caught.

[@marcshields3677]

That’s a hell of the thing to accuse your uncle of based on what he looked like. Sheesh. Glad I’m not a member of your family.

[@LaughingblueSu]

@marcshields3677 gee, do you suppose he did not go into every detail as to how he arrived at that thought, because this is youtube?

[@kloveshimself]

ikr?!? ​@@marcshields3677

[@thatfittruckerdee]

Wow, this is insanity! Please stay safe out there, fellow motorists and hitchhikers alike🙏🏾

[@wagherbert]

To hear these stories and to know that Frank Figliuzzi seems still so human and compassionate is such a testiment to his decency. Great Podcast.

[@joselozada6980]

13:40 i work in harm reduction dealing with homeless addiction and i had this girl came to our van to get services and she talk to us that her pimp was holding her against her will so she made a plan next time she came to us that she wants out and thats what happened so thank god we got her to a higher services and got her out of the state she had broken ribs 😢

[@patriciahill4619]

Blessings 🙌

[@Tuck_all_day]

And her pimp was a trucker?

[@nicemmmm]

Bless you🙏❤️

[@nicemmmm]

How did you get into this field?

[@jeannievanniekerk1527]

I don't think you have to be beautiful to get Killed. I don't agree. Monsters is monsters.

[@setareh2111]

This interview and profile of a women hating loner makes me question my older cousins integrity. I’m not accusing him of anything but he was a trucker for many years, never been married, no kids not even a serious girlfriend I’ve ever heard of. We’ve lost touch for years and got in contact recently and were supposed to meet up . I found out we were both abused as children in different ways. His parents seemed perfect so I had no idea he hated them too and especially his mother. I thought we were bonding and holding on to what family we have left. I was supposed to go visit him , then a series of unfortunate events happened to me right before that and set me back financially to where I couldn’t make the trip happen. He unleashed a deluge of negativity on me for not being able to afford the trip when I was already feeling down. After seeing that side of him, I can’t help but wonder if those recent events happened to me to stop the trip and reuniting with him for some reason. After not talking for years and seeing that side of him I don’t feel safe meeting him now. 🤷‍♀️

[@JaquelineGoodspeed]

Don't meet him. You were stopped for a reason.

[@The_Crusty_Old_Hag_Next_Door]

Change your phone number, tell him your moving to another country, remove yourself from social media! He sounds like a total head case!

[@jadedandcynical-sc9ri]

Sounds like you dodged a bullet! Stay safe.🤗

[@nickjenkins1663]

Trust your instincts❤

[@nacona5114]

Trust your gut!

[@Larissderr]

Wow.. watching this gives me chills. My abuser / mother’s husband used to molest me for years from 6-12yrs old ( I was not his child. I was my mother oldest and him and my mother had a child together after me) He was a truck driver and would come back after weeks of being away and have this coldness to his eyes and his demeanor. He would do heavier drugs and beat my mother violently ( usually resulting me in trying to protect her at 11) but especially when he’d come back from his long haul trips. He would test how he was inappropriately touch me in front of my mom and more witnesses as if he didn’t care too much to get caught any more... I have always had the worst feelings about him harming others and though they are assumptions (though my abuse was not ), remembering how he was once he came back from those week long trips as an adult now scares the life out of me. I ran away from home at 14 and have nothing to do with him or my mother or that family but he was definitely a chilling person. I can’t imagine what he was doing out on those roads…. He was definitely Someone who would leave an uncomfortable, cold and eerie feeling / impression. I’m not saying EVERY driver is a potential killer, I’ve met amazing truckers who have such genuine intentions but I am saying being isolated and traveling through late night and different states can definitely make harming people easier, killings easier to hide and do, it’s just so sad. My heart goes out to all those families who have to bury their loved ones, to the families that have never found their loved ones and is still out there looking. Those people don’t deserve to go through these things …

[@coryingman]

Thank you for sharing your story, and I'm sorry that happened to you.

[@nicemmmm]

You are so damn strong!!! I’m very sorry the adults in your life failed you. So thankful that you were able to make it out of that situation, sending sm love your way

[@Larissderr]

@@nicemmmm thank you so much!! My grandparents were my saviors and I’m so thankful for them and the friends who stood by my side through out it all! I’m now in the works of getting my small business up and running! Life is so much better now and though the trauma still lingers it helped me grow and be my own hero 🫶🙏

[@nicemmmm]

@@Larissderr So freaking happy to know that you’re in a better place & had a couple angels by your side. Bless you & them !! & CONGRATS ON STARTING A BUSINESS❤️🫶 that is seriously so amazing, i wish you nothing but a life filled with happiness & success!! Your business will flourish exactly how you have :)

[@IndigoCave28]

Only 850. I am going to suggest that number is grossly small.

[@NateVega-jm3zf]

What u mean 850 Florida ??

[@dredubz5825]

My older brother is a long haul trucker, and I went with him on a trip down to the Mexican Border of El Centro, California ( we are Canadian) and he was extremely protective of me at the truck stops and wouldn’t let me out of his sight because he said girls/ women are kidnapped for sex trafficking all the time there 🥹

[@Liefvikerson]

So you a trans 💛

[@dredubz5825]

@@Liefvikerson Definitely not. 100% woman. What would make you think that?

[@thrashpuppy2010]

@@dredubz5825 He was probably looking for a date.

[@nicemmmm]

@@Liefvikerson& if they were trans, would there be a problem?

[@toddaulner5393]

Thanks for the FBI tip.

[@jenngee8435]

Near the end, he mentioned the teenager who was attacked in her home and her parents fought off the intruder. That man was a trucker who killed two women on the road, off of I-81. One in Harrisburg, PA and the other in Ohio, I think. The former, was sitting on her porch on the phone. He slit her throat and kept walking. The husband was almost arrested for the murder. The second woman was alone in her home which was a block away from a Petro truck stop. Her door was open, she was asleep. He killed her and walked back to his truck. Three victims, three states, same man. He is in jail now thanks to the father of the teenager.

[@kimberlyfrey8740]

Ive never heard of this! I live in York which is not far from Harrisburg. When did this happen?

[@jenngee8435]

@@kimberlyfrey8740 I looked him up. en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adam_Leroy_Lane

[@jenngee8435]

@kimberlyfrey8740 I read through the Wikipedia page and he stabbed another woman in York, but she lived. The woman who lived near the Petro TS was in New Jersey.

[@kimberlyfrey8740]

@@jenngee8435 thank you! Im shook right now. I’ve seen three of the four shows that covered him and i never put it together. There is alot of people who go missing from Philly. And it seems to happen in clusters or like one right after another for short period of time then nothing and then a bunch again. Makes you wonder for sure. Anyway, thank you for the link!

[@ФАКДЕМОКРАТ]

There were times when I had to walk 25-30 miles to get where I needed to get and I had cars pull over and ask me if I needed a ride and every time I said No, thank you. I’d rather walk than end up in someone else’s wok. I don’t think there was only one Jeffrey Dummer out there

[@beaulieuc8910]

well said. I am in the Uk and men try to give me lifts. I say no and walk in opposite direction of them. I also report them when I get back in case they could attack other women

[@AnaGNews]

Oh my gosh

[@jeannievanniekerk1527]

😮This is horrible thank you for bringing this to light. RIP to the victims. Praying for the family's.

[@sharonmickey]

Frank, I have so much respect for your work on MSNBC and all you do. I am the worst riding on empty and trusting everyone. You just changed my life. xo :)

[@AllTheCritters]

Makes me think that truckers should be required to give DNA sample to get license or renewal of license.

[@espojespo5]

Great idea! I wonder if theres anything on the books out there ?

[@Chachi_JD]

⭐

[@nicoleevans3777]

I have some family and other people and to get their dot card (I think) they have to submit fingerprints

[@ulflyng]

Hmmm....

[@Garfin12]

They have finger prints..besides this is all com8ng from a guy that blames missing hikers on bigfoot.. I mean shyte 😂

[@hrmtty]

A fantastic episode! An insightful guest with incredible experience and Ana is exceptional as always. Her questions are both thoughtful and thought-provoking, never leading or boring yes/no questions. She lets her guest speak without interrupting or taking the focus away from them. She's unbiased and collected, yet extremely compassionate towards victims and their families. Just an amazing reporter and interviewer!!

[@Splash99]

It happens to female Truckers. It happens to women who travel with boyfriends who are truckers. The abuse is real. I'm a retired female trucker. I knew truckers who drank an 18 pack of beer every single day.. Drug use is huge!

[@classicgiraffe]

Yeah we get it: men bad, women good.

[@monkemode8128]

​​@@classicgiraffeI don't think that's the point. I'm a guy and I tell my little sister to be more wary of men, and I'm personally more weary of men as well. Women can be awful too but look at the stats, and also, men are significantly stronger. Most women could not easily subdue my sister or fight me on even footing, most men could. It's sad but take pride in being part of the majority who are perfectly fine rather than defend the minority.

[@classicgiraffe]

@@monkemode8128 yeah youre probably right lol

[@livingintheforest3963]

I am so glad he’s talking about this subject because on another channel all the truckers were getting upset and people are saying well. You can’t just say this. However, I actually experienced this in the 90s. I was working at a club and I felt totally safe. I knew a lot of people there but I was out of town. I had flown in to work there. Everybody seem to know this guy who was a trucker and was sitting with all of us hanging out. I asked if he could give me a ride to my motel because cabs were sparse, and he literally went off a side road, and I thought that would be the end of my life. I had to talk him into taking me to the hotel and making him feel like I was gonna party with him. As soon as I got to the hotel, I split and apparently he even, threw stuff around in the lobby in the front and the owners were really worried about it. This was a horribly scary experience and could’ve turned out way worse for me. I was in my early 30s.

[@MilwaukeeMarv]

😂FAKE STORY 😂

[@Dominicanshawtyy89]

There is a doc on amazon prime callled "The Killing Season" and one trucker who was in prison talked about this, and he also said they all know each other & trade victims. Its like a club .... And lets not forget aboit Neal Falls who was murdered by his victim in wv , they believe he had victims from the east coast to the west coast.

[@richardspillers6282]

That's just a few of em that knew each other. There's just no way all of em would know each other. I'd be 50/50 on believing that.

[@breezybee777]

Wow... that is terrible

[@fishofgold6553]

"...Neal Falls, who was murdered by his victim..." So, do you mean Neal Falls was a serial killer who was *killed in self defence* (not murdered) by someone he tried to murder?

[@HopeRobb]

​@fishofgold6553 yes. I live in WV. He was meeting this lady off a dating app or Craigslist- can't remember which. He attacked her in her Home and she killed him in self defense. They think he may have murdered several women this way. If I remember correctly. He brought a murder kit with him in his car they found

[@msherman2888]

tip, check inside your vehicle, and tires before leaving places of convenience.

[@deliajones9541]

They stab your tire while your in the store!

[@andreah6379]

And hope you don't ever have an accident on a desolate road!

[@JoanneGreene-g4l]

@@deliajones9541 why do they do that?

[@breezybee777]

​@@JoanneGreene-g4lSo they can "help " you when you're stranded.

[@Project153]

​@@JoanneGreene-g4l well....how is your vehicle supposed to move efficiently if the tires are popped...the answer is pretty obviously...is it not?

[@MsValley28]

Things have changed so much. I am in my mid sixties, and growing up, I had the highest regard of our truckers when I was young. I remember truckers would stop and help people in distress, when their car broke down. I think decades ago, the truckers were a different breed than they are today, but look at everything else. Our society has changed, and not for the better. I think 50 years ago, we had a high caliber of truckers. Not now. They drive reckless and there are a lot of scary drivers on the road now. It is so disturbing that there are serial killers roaming our roads. I can see how easy it would be, which is horrifying.

[@muthatruknweezie448]

Im a lady trucker this is scary

[@vickieden5022]

Stay safe !!

[@Kelly-gh6hy]

Keep your eyes open for these girls and women. Be safe

[@rockon8174]

How is it scary when you are the one driving???? Dispatch will always be checking in with you. Truck stops have surveillance.

[@Kelly-gh6hy]

@@rockon8174 must be a man's response

[@duMaurier15]

@@muthatruknweezie448 after seeing how much you weight, i would say you are safe from any serial killers.

[@isof1341]

I'm impressed Mr. Fugluizzi rode and experienced the truckers' lifestyle. Most are great people but there are those as, stated here, who give weird vibes. I used to inspect the trucks as DOT and was always alert if any passengers seemed nervous or was hurt. Some of the wives of drivers were severely beaten.

[@beaulieuc8910]

brilliant thank you

[@rayshellgoretee2891]

I hitchhiked America alone as a female for 15 years. I’ve Had aleast over 100 rides from truckers. I Never was a treated poorly I did have a few situations of where I knew I needed to get out asap. Trucker vibe was off or they clearly was on drugs. And I was propositioned a handful of times but I declined and they dropped the subject. I’ve seen hundreds of lot lizards at the airport on wheels that are truck stops. To each their own but I would never sell my body for anything or anyone. I’ve seen women beat and shot in braids daylight. I’ve seen a lot. It’s pretty heartbreaking now when I look back on it. Luckily The majority of my rides were just lonely people and wanted someone to talk too and they all thought I was insane for traveling alone as a woman. Guess I’m just lucky idk my heart goes out to all the families of the woman whose lives were lost.

[@ChubbyKittyMeow]

Yes, you were lucky. In hindsight i bet you’re petrify of what could happened

[@mesajongte]

Not being that good looking helped you a lot I guess. Being beautiful like me is a double edged sword. 😭

[@rebeccagutierrez8170]

@@rayshellgoretee2891 These so called "lot lizards" are trafficked children that grew up sold. That is all most of these women (sometimes men) some may be missing infants or toddlers. They probably have no idea of who they really are. Lot lizard is such a terrible label. It sounds like you may have "walked the walk" are you a so called lot lizard? Or shall we be more respectful? Peace out!

[@richsiwes]

Thank you for sharing your story.As a non English speaker I had to look up ‘lot lizards’ and wonder why this word is used since it de-humanizes people and I can’t imagine people going in those trucks for fun?Have a great day 👍🏼👀✨

[@Madamegato]

There is the saying, "There but for the grace of God go I." You may feel that you'd never sell your body for anything or anyone, but there are so many circumstances that can lead to that life, you have no way of knowing. And considering this podcast is really talking about trafficked victims, if you were one of them, you'd have absolutely no choice unless you wanted to take a beating that might end your life. The vast majority of these women are victims and aren't out there on their own, choosing that life. You mention that you had a few situations that you knew to get out asap. Well, imagine your sense being off because you're doing drugs to numb the fact that you have to do that job in the first place. These women drink and shoot up to cope. They don't have the acuity that you did to know to get out. So, they pay with their lives. There but for the grace of God. You were very lucky and still have the fortune that you have never had to go where these women have and do. It's not all truck drivers, but hearing the number of suspects? Sounds like a respectable number are nefarious.

[@innanas]

My mom read Detective magazines in the 90s. She told me then that truckers had serial killers on the move across the US. She warned me about travel and sleeping at truck stops.

[@LittleMissDeath]

My dad was a truck driver. He did mostly local or regional deliveries. Still, I learned not to trust other truck drivers because of him. Between the stories I've heard and the shit I listened to on his CB radio, they can be fucking terrifying.

[@LightBlue9-f4w]

Candyyycaaaane lol, I hope you know what movie I'm talking about 😜, that movie was enough for me!!!

[@MultiGiggles23]

Girls if you road trip please bring your bad ass dogs! We bring our German shepherd and have never had any issues! Travel safe. Keep your phone on you and plan your stops safely!

[@andreah6379]

Young, desperate unwanted women don't have German Shepherds.

[@HelenaWill76]

While I appreciate what you’re saying, pls don’t lean completely into your dog for protection. Look up the Katie Janness case (Piedmont Park Murder in Atlanta Ga). Killed her and her pitbull near a busy road and literally no one heard a thing. Still unsolved.

[@MultiGiggles23]

@@HelenaWill76 good point. Yes we don’t rely solely upon our GS but I will tell you most people won’t even walk near my dog. She is muzzled and wears a military vest. We have “Caution k-9 stickers” on our SUV- most people steer clear of us. She has animal aggression and is one big dog. Thankyou for the caution / it’s good to be aware and we know evil exists!

[@HelenaWill76]

@@MultiGiggles23 I appreciate you sharing and I have definitely thought I should get a gs for added protection/personal safety for exactly what you describe.

[@LightBlue9-f4w]

So you said nothing about getting a gun???

[@err0r0b0]

_Ever seen a 50 foot shark?_ _Doesn’t mean they don’t exist.._

[@JohnRhodes-lv3rg]

That film called it 2 decades ago.

[@JaymeeAngell222]

Thank you for having him on. Ive been illegally trafficked for 8 years by corrupt people in the government and feel like I have no hope in sight.

[@ktcooki276]

Oh my gosh, that's awful! Thank goodness you have access to a cell phone, the internet and are able to at least entertain yourself with serial killer videos! Yay!x

[@tinazaccagna1459]

Please escape or call the feds

[@darladawn1111]

​@@ktcooki276it is ignorant to think think that just because somebody has been sex trafficked they don't have access to the internet. And not everybody watches these videos purely for entertainment purposes. Don't be so simple-minded.

[@pearlsmith2694]

@@darladawn1111 you can use internet but how is that going to help you. You could be in New York today and tomorrow be in Virginia or Maine or Ohio. Watching this could help people to be aware of what is taking place. Yes even law informants are not beyond crimes. Who is really trustworthy. It's sad because people in all walks of life can't be trustworthy

[@darladawn1111]

@@pearlsmith2694 exactly!

[@barbaracoria-margis3570]

So when I was 15 I was hitchhiking (I agree it’s stupid but I was running from an abusive home) and got a ride with a trucker who seemed real friendly at first, just chatting when, all of a sudden he pulled off the Hwy and forced himself on me. I was too stupid. He ended up saying, “thank you I was gonna have to make you guys walk otherwise.”A friend was with me and he gave us the choice, “It’s either you or her.” What a pig!

[@beforeyourimmigrants8471]

That sounds like a tall tale

[@Maranatha-t9d]

@@beforeyourimmigrants8471 why

[@ash9038]

This is absolutely awful. Please don't call yourself stupid. You were a little girl that should have never been in that position. You shouldn't have to be suspicious of everyone to stay safe. That just a harsh reality that women and little girls live in. Sending you love.

[@ash9038]

@@beforeyourimmigrants8471 I hope the next horrible thing you got through in life, no one believes you and you have to heal alone. What a loser.

[@ryans2848]

I believe it and I am sry u had to deal with that

[@cbliss]

Truckers put alcohol in their trailers or drink up what they have and leave early next day, still with alcohol effects. The 80,000 lb has to include weight of the tractor (truck) and trailer. I was attacked twice in truck stops as a solo female driver. Saw many teen girls with truckers. It was before internet. Now I would be able to request a well check and send pics to LE.

[@Dawn-f7g]

$14 for a shower, God Bless the good ones, to hell with all evil😢😢😢

[@PHAZMID1]

He’s lying though. Drivers earn free showers by fueling! I haven’t paid for a shower on the road once in 9 years and I shower daily. The reason they make the price so high is so the showers aren’t taken by the homeless or other travelers.

[@yaa63]

Congratulations for this AMAZING interview Mrs. Garcia...extraordinary guest and such and incredible insight of what is going on in the US with certain drivers...astonishing and terribly frightening...also we must not forget the outstanding work that is been done behind, to help the victims...I wonder if this happens here in Europe or they keep it "hush hush"...this has been one of my favorite interviews.

[@amybarthel479]

Worked with abused and neglected children for 20 years in residential treatment programs. I understand the compartmentalization. I had to put some files in away in my mind, leave work at work. Stories of abuse still affect me, I I haven't lost my empathy. Everyday it was I thought I saw the worst and then we'd get a new client. My wish and hope is that our society and government would put resources and money into early intervention and support to stop the cycles of generational abuse and neglect.

[@nicemmmm]

Thank you so much for the work you put into helping others 🙏❤️

[@rogeredson8709]

if I recall there has been quite a few in law enforcement that were found out to be killers

[@andreah6379]

I have complied a list of 25 law enforcement individuals that over the years, I've seen on just watching true crime channels like Investigation ID and Forensic Files who all have killed, tortured ppl. Golden State Killer, Joseph DeAngelo was a cop. To be a cop, you are in a position of authority, so if you are at all a narcissist, sociopath or psychopath, you get a high wearing that uniform where you can order around strangers and basically get away with it.

[@vee1900real]

Ana is back!!! I missed her engery, passion and knowledge

[@AnaGNews]

Thank you 🙏🏼

[@kimlarson5855]

When you asked him about what he hopes to get out of his book, I did not hear the response that I was hoping for and that was "if you see something, say something!"

[@richardspillers6282]

I'd thought about making several T-shirts and wear them while I'm on the road.

[@amandasumner7118]

That is so juvenile. See something, say something.....to who?? AND even if you do contact police they never do anything about what you've told them.

[@richardspillers6282]

@@amandasumner7118 that's why it's important to tell anyone else. In a lot of cases we're already there

[@justanaveragegirl2290]

I survived from a long haul truck driver in 1984 I was 21. I was lucky to get away and they caught the guy but it still haunts me till this day I kept it quite for 40 yrs.

[@mateofuego6911]

Scary stuff. Glad you here!

[@Hazmatt3446]

I have been a long-haul trucker for nearly 30 years and I agree with 100% of what this guy said. One thing that wasn’t mentioned is that large trucking companies have been known to recruit straight out of prisons. I have personally talked with gentleman who used to train inmates at Huntsville prison in Huntsville, Texas to become truck drivers to be recruited into large companies. Most of those guys are just looking for a second opportunity at life, but you never know… Think before you road rage a truck driver.

[@demsmustgo]

First time seeing your show. Excellent. The guest/author was so interesting and explained things extremely well. Your questions to him were amazing and his responses were fascinating. I was so impressed by both of you that I’m really having a hard time expressing how interesting and informative this show was. I’m now subscribed!

[@Ventingthetruth777]

@28:30 the co host mentioned that there's a program to help trafficking victims, how could I get this information. I am a victim of trafficking and I need this program. I also know a few others that could benefit from this.

[@ktcooki276]

Google 🤣🤣🤣

[@ezzb]

His website and social media is on the description. You'll probably find information there, if not, send him a message/email asking. Good luck

[@bigtruckin8304]

Wow I would agree that may have been the case back before the install of cameras was placed all over the the truck meaning now the drivers every move is being watched now if you own your truck that’s a different story maybe

[@Jeannie_Hernandez]

Good to hear they have that policy now. So maybe these killers can be narrowed down to truck owners? 🤷🏽‍♀️

[@EB-3002]

@@Jeannie_Hernandezunlikely the killer/s are mad geniuses but likely not stupid enough to do that and if they were then they would’ve been caught by now likely aswell.

[@Jeannie_Hernandez]

@@EB-3002I’m just starting this video, but I agree with you. Whoever is responsible for the killings are either definitely very smart, or have never been in the system. I find it hard to believe that there is no dna left behind to trace back. I mean you can be very careful, but there’s always something left behind. Even if it’s one hair or one drop of blood. The detectives aren’t looking hard enough. They also have that new forensic genealogy database that could also help link a person of interest or suspect.

[@yvonnecortes_]

I honestly dont think that matters cz theres cameras everywhere now n people still commit all sorts of crimes n murders knowing damn well theres cameras n all sorts of digital footprints to track them. The thing with killers particularly serial killers they think theyre smarter than everyone else. So some lil cameras r not gonna deter them. Plus the numbers dont lie🤷🏻‍♀️

[@lynnstanton7018]

Jeannie_Hernandez

[@hbowman3232]

I know there are slot of skeptics but after being a true crime junkie for years I have heard a lot of stories about truckers committing these horrific crimes. That being said there are a lot of good men and women in the profession. So do not judge everyone by the same measure. Every time I have traveled recently we have almost been run off the road by a semi. It makes sense that some must be drinking and using drugs. They need stricter rules and drug and alcohol testing more often.

[@DerHammerSpricht]

My uncle said he once lived the movie "Duel" on the highway in New Jersey. He tells the story like a trauma flashback. It really affected him. He said the semi hunted him in his little 6-cylinder commute car for an entire afternoon and almost ran him off the road several times. He thought he was crazy the first time it happened, but it kept happening.

[@Ikrell-Laires]

I swear this guy is my new hero ..absolutely fascinating and he has done so much work for victims and to keep women safe ...really impressive man , so intelligent and engaging when he talks I get drawn in ..

[@jadedandcynical-sc9ri]

Too many of these women have been subjected to human trafficking and early abuse while still young and in the care of their family of origin. I met one of these women in university who barely survived after she was abducted, tortured and terrorized for days, by one of these long haul serial killer truckers. She was an early victim, and one of only a few, who survived this serial killer. He was finally caught and made many heeadlines on t.v. around 2012.

[@Reallythough]

Name? Who was the trucker

[@hotpeppas]

I heard of this before from a truck driver who was a serial killer. Said it was a game they played with other truck drivers like a club of them.

[@ArjumandMahal]

I heard that too...

[@Jaded368]

Why were you talking to him? What is the game?

[@timmywitty1432]

Serial killers don’t go around advertising that they are killers.

[@richardspillers6282]

Could you rephrase this?

[@lf2052]

​@@timmywitty1432are you serious?.. a lot of them get high on attention and the only reason they haven't gotten caught is sheer dumb luck so many cases of ones caught after decades of killing made the DUMBEST decisions and got away due to shitty police work

[@grettagirl2884]

Frank Figlici is always a great guest! Please have him back 😊!

[@ReyLeichtle-w8m]

My ex brother in law is an over the road trucker. I always thought he may be one of these serial killers. Maybe not but I know for a fact he's a fan of "lot lizards".

[@CarolSmith-l7g]

I was a female solo truck driver for many years. I also had training in law enforcement and self defense. I had some close calls with creepers. Your information is outstanding. Showing people how to be safe while traveling is crucial. Thank you.

[@skipmullen7560]

Years ago l would travel 120 miles quite frequently to visit my brother. In one of those trips I stopped at a rest stop. There is often a high wall to go around to get to the restrooms. As I turned to go down the hallway a trucker grabbed me by the arm. Before he got a word out he realized he grabbed a woman that had a big mouth and used bad language. He released me and of course I never did get to use that restroom. Since that time, I always carry on my little trips to the bathroom.

[@tinamariamoore6786]

My father was in the military and we used to travel a lot. He would not allow us to go into the restroom at a rest stop by ourselves. There had to be at least two of us. He said that rest stops are very dangerous especially for children and women.

[@biancastephenson2602]

Very informative

[@dcta51]

I used to work at UPS building for two years Almost half of the workers been to jail or had some type of mental or drug problem.

[@americanwoman6246]

Did he say 25 long haul truckers are in custody for multiple murders? Wow that's a video all by itself. I'm not much of a reader these days, way to busy, but if I can find his book on tape I would definitely look into buying it just so I can hear about those 25 cases.

[@antant4287]

Yeah, 25 in custody. He said 800 something known murders with 200 unsolved. That means each of those 25 dudes averaged 20+ murders each. It seems crazier broken down that way. That's a lot of really evil dudes.

[@AD-eg9cw]

A trucker once gave me the slow serial killer wave 👋 you see in horror movies, face in the shadows, while I was walking. One of the scariest things I've ever seen.

[@monkemode8128]

Lol what do you mean? Like a slow wave with a creepy smile? I assume he was close to you or you were alone for it to be so scary. Surely they weren't driving by in their truck or something?

[@AD-eg9cw]

@monkemode8128 lol idk why I'm laughing because it was scary af, but yes, almost all the above. I was walking alone on a sidewalk, and he was driving past me in a semi truck. His face wasn't visible in his car because of the shade, just his torso. He had creepy perfect posture while waving too. I've had guys say and do a lot of weird shit when I'm walking, but nothing thing has come close to being as scary as this dude.

[@monkemode8128]

​@@AD-eg9cw Ahhh I see lol, yeah, I'd probably be creeped out too if I saw that. It sounds like when Chucky in the movies tries to emulate human movements but it's always off and comes off as inhuman.

[@AD-eg9cw]

@@monkemode8128 Yes, just like that. It was that stererotypical super slow wave you see in the beginning of horror movies when they're driving through creepy small towns lol

[@helentrove620]

Frank is an incredible man for all he does, I'm glad his book is doing so well. God bless him.

[@pearlsmith2694]

😢😢😢 this man is amazing knows what he's talking about. I drove truck. There where places I didn't feel comfortable. I had been approached by a man. Then I felt unsafe I glanced over my shoulder and seen another man hurrying towards us. I gave him my change got to my truck locked my door. Then shut it the man was right there at my door. I set my coffee down and looked both men disappeared. I had no idea where they went. It was only seconds this happened 😢😢😢😢

[@darladawn1111]

I'm glad that you remained safe by being aware and paying attention to your surroundings. Scary to think what could have happened if you weren't.

[@0blivvy8]

So they were a team...makes you wonder just how many of these monsters are in on it together?! Thank God you trusted your instincts, were able to react quickly, and were safe!

[@David-nx2vm]

He mentioned Toledo several times. Last year, I stayed at an inexpensive hotel right off the Ohio Turnpike outside Toledo, near logistics terminals and warehouses. I saw evidence of human trafficking and discreetly notified the police. They responded promptly but I didn’t want to attract attention by seeming too curious about the outcome. Incidentally, if you suspect human trafficking at a hotel you are staying at, I recommend you do not notify the front desk - call 911 directly and not from your hotel room phone. In some cases, hotel staff are complicit in this activity, and if you report it to the front desk, you may expect retaliation.

[@mariaagosti-pm7tk]

What is human trafficking, like, how can you recognize it? And why do they choose hotels or that? Wouldnt it be easier to do that in private?

[@Mranstedsf]

​@@mariaagosti-pm7tkIt's 43:40 often in hotels

[@nicemmmm]

Hey! Thank you for sharing this. What are some tell-tale signs of human trafficking?

[@purpleprose1315]

Ohio spends billions for cps. Thousands go missing.

[@susanjones8489]

Albuquerque dumping grounds for murdered females committed by truckers, some acting in tandem with other truckers and according to some, LE. Females hunted and dumped.

[@cbeaucrawford]

I have never heard this about Albuquerque but there are a lot of missing indigenous women from all around Northern New Mexico, might be a connection.

[@bonita-u9ve]

there should be a change in the law with regard to refuse ,dumpsters bins and landfill as trash is not scanned but also additional laws as pertains to digging on private or government property for the assailants apprehended can get a charge for burying evidence because that land belongs to somebody

[@Petequinn741]

My father was long haul trucker .I went with him for a few summers.. you learn alot about the nature of people and most of it isn't nice..

[@Mimi_Amy7]

I recently broke down on a remote Colorado road with no cell service. I was so scared. I called 911 and they asked where I was. I had no idea (luckily they were able to locate me and give me the mile marker. I will keep a closer eye on those now! I wish I heard this advice sooner.

[@sallymoen7932]

Its true about the link between serial killers and interstate freeways. The I-5 freeway corridor that shoots north to south on the west coast of the US has been used by many infamous serial killers, the Golden State Killer for one, and Ted Bundy. Before traffic cams and CCTV at gas stations, these people would more easily slip into town and back out without notice unless there happened to be a witness that took note of a certain vehicle at a certain time. Nowadays, I'm surprised that drivers manage to evade notice, especially truck drivers, who have dispatch and computer-GPS and other tracking devices in their trucks, and lots of traffic cams to watch them.

[@RK-ui3if]

I live in a very safe, small community. For years I didn't lock my doors except at night. Then I read that Charles Manson once said he only entered houses with unlocked doors. If the door was locked, he moved on. So, I lock my doors now. Lol.

[@shirleyslifer2919]

About 3 years ago I was traveling from PA to NC. I am in my 70s. My car full of food because of it being cheaper in PA. My last stop in NC, still daylight, to get gas at truck stop/convenience store was about 2 hours from home. Once home, after unloading my car I got a feeling that I was watched at the truck stop and someone wanted to follow me home but decided not to. My feeling like this are usually correct. I even check and look around when food shopping. I try to park next to the building near the door. One of the problems I find is you cannot see who is in their car watching because tinted windows being so dark.

[@epicgamer3528]

You are very sharp and in tune! These are great tips

[@Tina.Lucille]

Thank you Ana for having this guest on. I've always known how dangerous the truck driving industry could be. I just picked up his book from the library. I worked at a truck stop for 5 years and I can tell you that the overall vibe was, to me, that many of the drivers were highly likely to be SKs. I was especially wary of the nicer drivers. With that being said, I have traveled alone for most of my life, I feel safest staying overnight at the popular truck stops. Frank really is giving dangerous advice when he says to stay at rest stops, it's too isolated and not that busy at certain times. I would never stay overnight at a rest stop, ever!

[@rainbowskies5796]

What is SK ?

[@Jerzygirl87]

@@Tina.Lucille what’s the difference between a truck stop and a rest stop??

[@Tina.Lucille]

@@Jerzygirl87 On duty staff. I worked at a busy truck stop for 5 years. There were always plenty of people around. Staff regularly checked the parking lot and maintained a level of security. Rest stops are not always staffed and are quite isolated.

[@Jerzygirl87]

@@Tina.Lucille thanks girl! ☺️

[@miriam23774]

Thanks Ana G. 💖

[@angelawingard5561]

Very interesting and sad stories too. Definitely want to listen to the Long Haule on Audible. Praying for all the trafficked young women and men!

[@stephaniethompson9300]

Great show! Hopefully this information will help someone who is looking for a way out of a bad situation.

[@KCCardCo]

Some of these truckers own their own rig and they don't have trackers. Also if they're driving without a trailer and they're not transporting anything and just going back home there's no way to find out what they're doing.

[@AngelEyes-xi5jj]

Thank you for helping victims.

[@danielkomorowski7966]

I met some REALLY fucked up truckers in my travels.

[@andreah6379]

Just like cops. There are just some groups of ppl that have it's psychopaths and predators.

[@untzuy3744]

Please give more detail

[@supersonicdevin3212]

If a truck is using a public road they should all be subject to random inspections.

[@kateruterbories2692]

They are subject to random searches.

[@JaquelineGoodspeed]

​@@kateruterbories2692 They said, ALL.

[@Bno2panther]

And so should the car drivers

[@richardspillers6282]

We are. They don't have the man power to search us all and even passed that a lot of us know how to avoid that because we're targeted enough so they can generate revenue. They aren't worried about solving crimes anyway, they're more concerned with extorting us. This job is already like being in a prison cell on wheels and that goes for a majority of the jobs out there.

[@lf2052]

​@@JaquelineGoodspeedwe are ALL subject to inspections. We can be pulled over at any time and then there's weight stations where we can be pulled aside and inspected. Like the other person said there's not enough manpower or time for every truck to be randomly inspected multiple times a year. The trucking industry is already on a serious time crunch for meeting delivery times it wouldn't work every industry would lobby against it because they need their products on the shelf in time. i am so sorry to the victims and families that lost their loved ones to these disgusting murderers I do hope we could come up with some type of compromise that's realistic