Daniel Camargo Barbosa is one of the most notorious and chilling serial killers in South American history. Known as "The Sadist of Colombia," Barbosa's reign of terror spanned both Colombia and Ecuador from the 1970s through the mid-1980s. In this episode, we dive deep into the life and crimes of a man who reportedly raped and murdered at least 72—and possibly over 150—young girls, exploiting the vulnerabilities of society's most marginalized.
We explore Barbosa's traumatic upbringing, the psychological factors that fueled his misogynistic rage, and the manipulative methods he used to select and lure his victims. The episode traces his escape from a Colombian island prison, his brutal spree across Ecuador, and the relentless investigation that finally brought him to justice. We also examine the profound impact his crimes had on the communities he terrorized and the legacy he left behind.
Listener discretion is strongly advised due to graphic content.
Sources:
Worlds True Crime Podcast: "Daniel Camargo Barbosa – The Sadist of El Charquito"1
Murderific True Crime Podcast: "Daniel Camargo Barbosa"3
Deezer: "Ep. 48: Daniel Camargo Barbosa – Serial Killers"4
AnyTopic: "The Chilling Crimes of Daniel Camargo Barbosa"5
Serial Killing: A Podcast: "Daniel Camargo Barbosa"6
Fatal Blend Podcast: "Daniel Barbosa"
