In this riveting episode of "One for the Road," I delve into the haunting tale of the infamous "Watcher" house at 657 Boulevard in Westfield, New Jersey. Exploring menacing letters, chilling suspects, and a frustrating investigation, I follow the Broaddus family's unwavering quest for answers amidst the shadowy realms of stalking. As the chilling narrative unfolds, I confront the unsettling reality of elusive closure, bureaucratic indifference, and the enduring resilience of those embroiled in a web of enigma. Join me as I unravel the mysteries within, where obsession, fear, and the yearning for resolution intertwine in an unsettling tapestry of the unknown.

Cops visited 'Watcher House' 58 times since current owners moved in (nypost.com)

What We Know About ‘The Watcher’ Case Four Years Later (thecut.com)

The home at 657 Boulevard in Westfield, New Jersey gained national attention in 2014 when a family moved in and began receiving a series of threatening letters from an unknown person who referred to themselves as "The Watcher". The letters claimed that the sender had been watching the home for decades and was angry that the new family had made changes to the property. The letters were creepy and unsettling, with the sender claiming to have knowledge of the family's personal lives and threatening harm to their children. The family never moved in and the case remains unsolved to this day. The story has been the subject of much media coverage and speculation, with many wondering who the mysterious "Watcher" could be and what their motives were.

Gay News Link:

https://www.cnn.com/2023/03/02/politics/tennessee-ban-drag-show-performances-governor/index.html

True Crime Article:

The Watcher: The True Story of the Haunting of 657 Boulevard (thecut.com)

Here is Part II of the wrongful conviction of Carlos Deluna that led to an innocent life lost. The supposed "phantom", i.e. Carlos Hernandez was known around town as a dangerous man and was feared by his peers. Did the police and prosecutors know about this so called "phantom" but hid it under the rug just to convict someone of the horrific murder of Wanda Lopez? Listen to this week's episode to find out!

Links to sources:

"The Phantom" - Netflix Documentary 

http://thewrongcarlos.net