THE HIGHWAY MURDERS

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐰𝐚𝐲 𝐌𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬
𝐁𝐲 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐛𝐡 𝐌𝐮𝐤𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐣𝐞𝐞
𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐫: 𝐒𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐭𝐢 𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐫
𝐏𝐚𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐤: 𝟐𝟎𝟎
𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐝: 𝟏𝟐𝐭𝐡 𝐉𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟑
𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐫𝐞: 𝐌𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐌𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐲/ 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐞 𝐂𝐫𝐢𝐦𝐞
𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐖𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠
𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫: 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟑



This book chronicles the horrific crimes committed by Jaishankar, a serial killer and rapist, across Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh. The story begins with the murder of a policewoman who was raped and killed while returning home from work, a case that was being investigated by Swaminathan. The book provides intricate details of the brutal rapes and murders committed by Jaishankar on highways and explores the motives that drove him to commit such heinous acts. The book explores the underlying motives that led Jaishankar to commit such heinous acts and the specific methods he employed. It also chronicles the numerous occasions on which he managed to evade the police, only to be eventually caught, and even escaped from custody multiple times.

The author has done a commendable job of presenting the facts in a clear and engaging manner, delving into the various theories surrounding the case. The book also highlights the challenges that Indian law enforcement faces when investigating such crimes and the scarcity of resources available to them. The book is well-researched, and the author does not shy away from depicting the gritty and often gruesome details of the atrocities, resulting in a chilling read.

Additionally, the book delves into the emotional toll that these crimes take on the victims' families and investigators, adding depth and relevance to the narrative. The author has skillfully crafted the interactions between the investigating officers, their thought processes, and dialogues, lending the story a realistic touch. The twists and turns in the plot keep the reader guessing until the very end, and the resolution of the mystery is both satisfying and unexpected.

Overall, this is a masterfully written true crime book that will leave readers both disturbed and satisfied. It is highly recommended for those interested in the fields of true crime and psychology, as well as anyone seeking an immersive and well-crafted read.

My Rating:

4/5

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