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Robert Durst's Bizarre Life and Crimes

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Robert Durst, a millionaire real estate heir, has been surrounded by controversy and unsolved deaths for decades. His story was made into a documentary series by HBO, called "The Jinx," which has reignited interest in his case, leading to his recent arrest in New Orleans in connection with the 2000 killing of his friend, Susan Berman. The documentary series featured Durst's own words, which may be used against him in court, including his seemingly incriminating comment, "Killed them all, of course."

Durst's life is marred by a series of unexplained deaths, including the disappearance of his first wife, Kathie McCormack, in 1982, which he has never been charged with. Susan Berman, a crime writer and close friend of Durst's, was killed in 2000, just before investigators were set to speak with her about Durst's case. Durst was also acquitted of murdering his neighbor, Morris Black, in 2001, but was suspected of stealing his identity. His bizarre comments and actions have left many wondering about his guilt and motives.

Key Takeaways:

  • Robert Durst has been accused of multiple crimes, including the disappearance and possible murder of his first wife, Kathie McCormack, and the murder of his friend, Susan Berman.
  • Durst was acquitted of murdering his neighbor, Morris Black, in 2001, but was suspected of stealing his identity.
  • The HBO documentary series "The Jinx" features Durst's own words, including seemingly incriminating comments that may be used against him in court.
  • Durst was arrested in New Orleans in connection with Berman's death, and plans to extradite to Los Angeles to face charges.
  • Durst's lawyer has stated that his comments in "The Jinx" do not necessarily mean anything, despite appearing incriminating.

Statistics:

  • 1982: Kathie McCormack disappears while on her way to medical school in New York.
  • 2000: Susan Berman is killed in her home in Los Angeles.
  • 2001: Robert Durst is acquitted of murdering his neighbor, Morris Black, in Galveston, Texas.
  • 2003: Durst is acquitted of murder in the case of Morris Black.
  • 2015: The HBO documentary series "The Jinx" airs, featuring Durst's comments about the crimes.
  • 2016: Robert Durst is arrested in New Orleans in connection with Berman's death.
  • Durst's fortune is estimated to be worth tens of millions of dollars.

Sources:

  • CNN, 2015, "Robert Durst's Wife Goes Missing"
  • The New York Times, 2015, "Kathie Durst, Robert Durst's Wife, Declared Legally Dead"
  • CNN, 2016, "Robert Durst Arrested in Connection with Susan Berman's Death"
  • HBO, 2015, "The Jinx: The Life and Deaths of Robert Durst"
  • CNN, 2016, "Robert Durst's Lawyer on 'The Jinx' Comments"
  • CNN, 2016, "Robert Durst's Next Move After Arrest"
  • Fox News, 2016, "Robert Durst's Lawyer on 'The Jinx'"

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