The Black Widow of Vienna: Elfriede Blauensteiner’s Deadly Inheritance Scheme
In this gripping episode of A True Crime Podcast, host Alexander Lawson uncovers the chilling story of Elfriede Blauensteiner, Austria’s notorious “Black Widow.” Posing as a caring companion, she targeted lonely elderly men (and at least one woman) through personal ads, gained their trust and assets, then poisoned them with diabetes medication and antidepressants to fuel her gambling addiction.
Convicted of three murders and suspected in up to 10 or more, Blauensteiner’s dramatic courtroom theatrics — complete with a golden crucifix and claims of innocence — captivated the nation. Explore the…
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