Japan's Black Widow: How Chisako Kakehi Poisoned for Profit

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Japan’s Black Widow, Chisako Kakehi, earned infamy for her chilling cyanide murders, targeting wealthy elderly men to profit from life insurance and inheritances. Over a decade, Kakehi, one of the most notorious female serial killers in modern Japanese history, married multiple men and systematically poisoned them, leaving a trail of death and deception. This episode of Twenty Two Crime delves deep into Kakehi's life, the intricate web of lies she spun, and the investigation that finally brought her to justice. We’ll explore how she exploited trust, the methodical nature of her killings, and the media frenzy that followed her arrest and trial. Join us as we uncover the dark story of love, greed, and murder that shocked Japan.


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Chapters:
00:00 Viewer Discretion
00:24 Description
01:12 Background and Early Life
02:41 The Crimes
05:03 Investigation and Arrest
07:20 Trial and Conviction
09:48 Public Reaction and Impact
12:16 Conclusion
12:46 Call to Action
13:21 Outro