16 American Cities Forever Changed by True Crime Documentaries
10. Villisca, Iowa: The Axe Murder House
Villisca, Iowa, a small, historic town, is infamous for the unsolved 1912 axe murders of the Moore family and two guests, a case often explored in documentaries like "The Axe Murders of Villisca" (2016). The film, and countless paranormal investigations, underscore the eerie silence that descended upon the town after the crime, juxtaposed with the vibrant life that was brutally extinguished. Villisca’s true crime identity blends historical mystery with folklore, attracting visitors drawn to the infamous house, where a century later, the echoes of a chilling, inexplicable crime still resonate.
