• The Devil of Pope County: America's Worst Family Massacre

  • By: Tony Holt
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The Devil of Pope County: America's Worst Family Massacre

By: Tony Holt
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  • In December 1987, Ronald Gene Simmons murdered 16 people – including his entire family – and wounded four more in Russellville, Ark. In this six-part series that includes interviews with those who survived the violent rampage, Arkansas Democrat-Gazette reporter Tony Holt looks back on Arkansas' largest mass murder and its aftermath.
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  • Episode 6: Always On My Mind

    Episode 6: Always On My Mind
    Dec 18 2023

    The state of Arkansas executes its most notorious serial killer, but how notorious is he really? Nightmares linger for those familiar with the case.

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    51 mins
  • Episode 5: A Neutralizing Maneuver

    Episode 5: A Neutralizing Maneuver
    Dec 11 2023

    Ronald Gene Simmons stands trial twice, gets convicted twice. He beckons the state to execute him as quickly as possible.

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    30 mins
  • Episode 4: Fleeing to Arkansas

    Episode 4: Fleeing to Arkansas
    Dec 4 2023

    Ronald Gene Simmons retires after a decorated military career. He and his family abandon New Mexico before authorities can move in to arrest him for sex crimes.

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    38 mins

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