Mae and Anne Rubenstein
- Sarah Turney
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In 1965, a shocking crime inside a quiet New Jersey home left a community reeling and a family forever changed. The case of Mae and Anne Rubenstein is one filled with unsettling details, unanswered questions, and decades of lingering mystery. In this episode, we explore what happened that day and why this case continues to haunt those who hear it.
Anyone with information is asked to call the Highland Park Police Department at 732-572-3800.
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