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The Long Island Butcher: The Joel Rifkin Murders

Bloodstained Backstories: A True Crime Podcast

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Episode  ·  14:19  ·  Nov 7, 2025

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Joel Rifkin is one of the most notorious serial killers in New York history. Known as “The Long Island Butcher,” Rifkin preyed on vulnerable women throughout the late 1980s and early 1990s, leaving behind a trail of victims and unanswered questions. In this video, we break down the chilling timeline of his crimes, his disturbing psychological profile, how investigators finally caught him, and the lasting impact his murders had on New York City.What You’ll Learn in This Video:• Who Joel Rifkin was and how he became a serial killer• The methods he used to target and murder his victims• A breakdown of Rifkin’s known victims• How police uncovered his crimes after a routine traffic stop• The aftermath, trial, and Rifkin’s life behind bars• Why the case remains one of the darkest in Long Island historyThis video is designed for fans of true crime documentaries, serial killer deep dives, and unsolved or infamous criminal cases. Whether you’re studying criminology or simply fascinated by real-life mysteries, this episode provides a thorough, respectful, and engaging look at one of America’s most disturbing killers. Subscribe for more true crime breakdowns, serial killer profiles, and real-world criminal investigations.Follow us on Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bloodstainedbackstories/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bloodstainedbackstories/'Twitter/X: https://x.com/BloodstaindBTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bloodstainedbackstoriesDiscord: https://discord.gg/ByrDwT4pQE#JoelRifkin #LongIslandButcher #TrueCrimeDocumentary #SerialKillerStories #CrimeInvestigation #TrueCrimeYouTube #DarkHistory 

14m 19s  ·  Nov 7, 2025

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