Big Breakdown - Alleged Gilgo Beach Killer's Wife Calls Her Husband Rex Heuermann, A 'Hero'
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3 • 791 Ratings
🗓️ 13 June 2025
⏱️ 40 minutes
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Summary
This explosive episode examines the shocking public statements made by Asa Ellerup, wife of accused Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann, in which she refers to her husband as a "hero" despite the mounting evidence against him. Our expert panel analyzes this unexpected development in one of Long Island's most notorious criminal cases, exploring the psychological and legal ramifications of such public support from a suspect's spouse.
We delve into the complex dynamics of Ellerup's relationship with Heuermann, examining how she could maintain such a positive view of her husband while he faces charges for multiple murders. Our forensic psychologists discuss the phenomenon of cognitive dissonance in partners of accused criminals, exploring how spouses can compartmentalize information and maintain denial even in the face of overwhelming evidence. The episode features insights from relationship experts who explain the psychological mechanisms that allow partners to support accused killers.
The legal implications of Ellerup's statements are thoroughly examined, including how her public support might impact jury selection, potential testimony, and the overall prosecution strategy. We discuss whether her statements could be used in court and how they might affect public perception of the case. Our legal analysts explore the precedent set by other high-profile cases where family members have publicly supported accused serial killers.
Additionally, we investigate the timeline of the Gilgo Beach murders and Heuermann's alleged involvement, providing context for why Ellerup's statements are so significant. The episode includes discussion of the evidence against Heuermann, including DNA matches, cell phone data, and witness testimonies that led to his arrest. We examine how Ellerup's portrayal of her husband contrasts sharply with the prosecution's depiction of him as a calculating predator who terrorized Long Island for over a decade. This comprehensive analysis helps viewers understand the complex family dynamics at play in this disturbing case.
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| 0:00.0 | This is the big breakdown. |
| 0:02.2 | A long look back at some of the biggest stories we're covering for you at the Hidden Killers podcast and True Crime Today. |
| 0:10.2 | This is Hidden Killers with Tony Brewski. |
| 0:14.2 | All right, picture this. |
| 0:15.2 | You are married to someone for 29 years. |
| 0:18.9 | You pick them up from the train station every single day. |
| 0:23.1 | And then one day, the FBI shows up at your door, asking if you've heard about the serial |
| 0:31.8 | murders at Gilgo Beach. |
| 0:34.4 | That is exactly what happened to Asa Elrope in July of 23 when her husband, Rex Heerman, |
| 0:41.2 | was arrested in connection with the Gilgo Beach killings. |
| 0:44.5 | Her response in the Peacock documentary, The Gilgo Beach Killer, House of Secrets, isn't just |
| 0:49.4 | fascinating. |
| 0:50.8 | It's a masterclass in how the human mind can construct elaborate defenses against unbearable truths. |
| 0:59.4 | We're about to dive into the documentary. |
| 1:01.9 | It is out now on Peacock, and we've been following the production of this since its inception, |
| 1:09.4 | since we heard that 50 Cent and G Units Productions was going to be |
| 1:14.1 | making this documentary. |
| 1:16.3 | And it is here, folks, and it is very interesting to watch. |
| 1:21.4 | We hear Asa Ellorup in her own words describing what life was like living with Rex Heerman, how she feels about him now, |
| 1:31.8 | and if she thinks he's innocent or guilty, you may be surprised. You may be surprised. I was surprised |
| 1:39.7 | watching this at the cognitive dissidents that she's able to construct in her mind to keep going. |
| 1:53.8 | Let's get into this. |
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