Long Haul: Hunting the Highway Serial Killers - Frank Figliuzzi

KeywordsHighway Serial Killers, Frank Figliuzzi, trucking industry, long-haul truckers, sex trafficking, crime analysis, pre-victimization, data collection, VICAP, Starfish Place, true crime, The FBI WaySummaryIn this conversation, Tyrel Cameron Eskelson interviews Frank Figliuzzi, a former FBI agent and author, about his book 'Long Haul: Hunting the Highway Serial Killers.' They discuss the Highway Serial Killers Initiative, the long-haul trucking industry, and the connections between trucking and sex trafficking. Figliuzzi shares insights from his research, including the hierarchy within the trucking industry, the concept of pre-victimization in trafficking, and the recruitment of women from prisons. He also highlights the importance of viewing victims as individuals and the challenges in data collection for crime analysis. The conversation concludes with his reflections on the feedback he has received regarding his book and the significance of its title.TakeawaysThe Highway Serial Killers Initiative was crucial in addressing serial murders by truckers.Terry Turner was instrumental in bringing attention to the issue of truckers and serial killings.Long-haul truckers often have unique lifestyles that can contribute to criminal behavior.The trucking industry has a hierarchy that affects the behavior of its drivers.Pre-victimization is a common background trait among women in sex trafficking.Women can be recruited into trafficking from prison environments.Starfish Place is a supportive environment for trafficking survivors.Understanding the individual stories of trafficking victims is essential for effective intervention.VICAP is a valuable tool for law enforcement but is underutilized.The trucking profession has a significant impact on the economy despite the small fraction of truckers who commit crimes.