Escaping Andrew Urdiales: The Story of Jennifer Asbenson

In 1992, 19-year-old Jennifer Asbenson faced a night of unthinkable horror when she accepted a ride in Palm Springs, California, from a man who would turn out to be serial killer Andrew Urdiales. Ambushed, bound, and locked inside the trunk of a moving car, Jennifer knew her survival depended on taking action.

Through extraordinary quick thinking and instinct, Jennifer managed to unlatch the trunk from the inside and leap to safety on the highway. Her miraculous escape didn't just save her life, her detailed account and courageous testimony became crucial evidence that brought Urdiales to justice for the murders of eight women.

In this episode of When Killers Get Caught, host Brittany Ransom dives into Jennifer’s incredible story of survival, quick thinking, and resilience:

• The Attack and Escape: How Jennifer outsmarted a predator and escaped a locked trunk.

• Catching the Killer: How her testimony helped police build a case against serial killer Andrew Urdiales.

• Life as a Survivor: Jennifer’s journey beyond the trauma, her memoir, and her work as an advocate for survivors.

Join Brittany as she unpacks the courage, tenacity, and extraordinary strength that helped Jennifer Asbenson beat the odds and ensure a dangerous killer was caught.

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