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Bolingbrook, Illinois · 2004–2007

Kathleen Savio & Stacy Peterson

Book cover: Fatal Vows — Joseph Hosey
Book coverFatal VowsJoseph HoseyOpen Library / Phoenix Books book cover

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Kathleen Savio’s 2004 bathtub death was initially treated as an accident. Investigators reexamined it after Stacy Peterson, the next wife of former officer Drew Peterson, disappeared in 2007. Drew was convicted of Kathleen’s murder; Stacy’s disappearance is a separate, unresolved case.

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01Books

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Joseph Hosey

Fatal Vows

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02Movies

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03TV & documentaries

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04Newspaper clippings

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Chicago Tribune · 2007-11-22 · Page 2-5

Peterson discusses the investigation with People

The Tribune reports on a magazine interview amid Stacy Peterson’s disappearance and renewed scrutiny of Kathleen Savio’s death.

Interview claims are Drew Peterson’s account; the two cases have different legal outcomes.

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St. Mary and Franklin Banner-Tribune · 2012-09-07 · Page 9

Savio verdict renews attention to Stacy’s disappearance

A report explains prosecutors’ next steps after Drew Peterson’s conviction for killing Kathleen Savio.

The conviction concerned Savio; this article does not establish a conviction in Stacy’s case.

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05News & reporting

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theguardian.com

Reporting on Kathleen Savio & Stacy Peterson

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06Podcasts

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Apple Podcasts

Mystery and Murder: Analysis by Dr. Phil — The Disappearance of Stacy Ann Peterson

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Once Upon A Crime

Body of Evidence: Stacy Peterson

Podcast coverage of the Kathleen Savio & Stacy Peterson case. Released November 16, 2020. About 50 minutes.

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Mystery and Murder: Analysis by Dr. Phil

The Disappearance of Stacy Ann Peterson

Podcast coverage of the Kathleen Savio & Stacy Peterson case. Released February 12, 2026. About 43 minutes.

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Corpus Delicti

262: High Profile: Stacy Peterson and Kathleen Savio, Part 1

Podcast coverage of the Kathleen Savio & Stacy Peterson case. Released June 29, 2024. About 48 minutes.

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Alternative Interests

Episode 88: Stacy Peterson Part 1

Podcast coverage of the Kathleen Savio & Stacy Peterson case. Released December 29, 2021. About 44 minutes.

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Alternative Interests

Episode 89: Stacy Peterson Part 2

Podcast coverage of the Kathleen Savio & Stacy Peterson case. Released January 5, 2022. About 58 minutes.

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Till Death Do Us Part Podcast

Drew and Stacy Peterson: Featuring Kathleen Savio

Podcast coverage of the Kathleen Savio & Stacy Peterson case. Released April 25, 2023. About 84 minutes.

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Killer Instinct

The Tragic Disappearance of Stacy Peterson

Podcast coverage of the Kathleen Savio & Stacy Peterson case. Released November 13, 2019. About 25 minutes.

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Psychic Eye Mysteries Podcast (PEMpodcast)

PEMpodcast Missing Mom Stacy Peterson Wife of Convicted Murderer Drew Peterson Ep 46

Podcast coverage of the Kathleen Savio & Stacy Peterson case. Released February 5, 2023. About 33 minutes.

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Corpus Delicti

264: High Profile: Stacy Peterson and Kathleen Savio, Part 3

Podcast coverage of the Kathleen Savio & Stacy Peterson case. Released June 29, 2024. About 51 minutes.

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Corpus Delicti

263: High Profile: Stacy Peterson and Kathleen Savio, Part 2

Podcast coverage of the Kathleen Savio & Stacy Peterson case. Released June 29, 2024. About 43 minutes.

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Crime Dive with Lexi

Veteran Cop Murders Two of His Wives?- The Disappearance of Stacy Peterson and Death of Kathleen Savio

Podcast coverage of the Kathleen Savio & Stacy Peterson case. Released November 14, 2023. About 30 minutes.

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The Midwest Crime Files

The Police Officer’s Wives: Kathleen Savio & Stacy Peterson

Podcast coverage of the Kathleen Savio & Stacy Peterson case. Released February 23, 2022. About 56 minutes.

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Hooked on True Crime

Episode 2 - Memorial Murders 2 and the disappearance of Stacy Peterson

Podcast coverage of the Kathleen Savio & Stacy Peterson case. Released June 1, 2025. About 66 minutes.

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Murder In America

EP. 90 ILLINOIS - Drew Peterson (PT 1): The Killer Cop

Podcast coverage of the Kathleen Savio & Stacy Peterson case. Released November 27, 2022. About 67 minutes.

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07Social Media

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Ty Notts

The Murder of Stacy Peterson | True Crime Documentary

Video from Ty Notts covering the Kathleen Savio & Stacy Peterson case. Length: 25:31.

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True Crime News

Drew Peterson and Stacy Peterson (Full episode)

Full episode or film as labeled by the publisher from True Crime News covering the Kathleen Savio & Stacy Peterson case. Length: 19:33.

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FOX 32 Chicago

Sister of Stacy Peterson says she found body using sonar, cops searched but found nothing

Video from FOX 32 Chicago covering the Kathleen Savio & Stacy Peterson case. Length: 2:52.

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COURT TV

Convicted Murderer Drew Peterson: Potential Remains of Stacy Peterson Found

Video from COURT TV covering the Kathleen Savio & Stacy Peterson case. Length: 42:53.

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Killer Instinct Podcast

WHERE IS STACY PETERSON? Is her husband to blame?

Video from Killer Instinct Podcast covering the Kathleen Savio & Stacy Peterson case. Length: 21:36.

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Once Upon A Crime | True Crime

Episode 189: Body of Evidence: Stacy Peterson

Video from Once Upon A Crime | True Crime covering the Kathleen Savio & Stacy Peterson case. Length: 53:00.

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Inside Edition

Stacy Peterson’s Sister Says She Found Her Body in Canal

Video from Inside Edition covering the Kathleen Savio & Stacy Peterson case. Length: 2:02.

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Annie Elise

Married to a Murderer: Narcissistic Creep Marries a 19 Year Old Girl Then She Disappears

Video from Annie Elise covering the Kathleen Savio & Stacy Peterson case. Length: 1:09:34.

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The Dr. Phil Podcast

Part 2: The Disappearance of Stacy Ann Peterson | Mystery and Murder: Analysis by Dr. Phil

Video from The Dr. Phil Podcast covering the Kathleen Savio & Stacy Peterson case. Length: 52:34.

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The Dr. Phil Podcast

Pt 4: The Disappearance of Stacy Ann Peterson: Mystery and Murder: Analysis by Dr. Phil

Video from The Dr. Phil Podcast covering the Kathleen Savio & Stacy Peterson case. Length: 42:45.

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TikTok · Creator channel

Crime Dive with Lexi — TikTok channel

Linked by this creator in the episode notes for “Veteran Cop Murders Two of His Wives?- The Disappearance of Stacy Peterson and Death of Kathleen Savio.” This creator channel covers multiple cases. The matching case episode is linked below. The platform may ask you to sign in.

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Facebook · Creator community

Hooked on True Crime — Facebook group

Linked by this creator in the episode notes for “Episode 2 - Memorial Murders 2 and the disappearance of Stacy Peterson.” This discussion group covers multiple cases. The matching case episode is linked below. Group rules or membership approval may limit access.

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Facebook · Creator community

Murder In America — Facebook group

Linked by this creator in the episode notes for “EP. 90 ILLINOIS - Drew Peterson (PT 1): The Killer Cop.” This discussion group covers multiple cases. The matching case episode is linked below. Group rules or membership approval may limit access.

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08Blogs & essays

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Outside blogs, personal essays, and creator write-ups. These reflect each author’s perspective. Check publication dates and compare claims with reporting and court records.

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09Internet Archive

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Individual records from Internet Archive: library books, historical broadcasts, and preserved web pages. A catalog listing does not guarantee free reading or full playback. Access, previews, and borrowing are controlled by Internet Archive.

Internet Archive · Library record · 2009

Fatal Vows

Joseph Hosey. A library catalog record for a book connected with Kathleen Savio & Stacy Peterson. The record may offer a preview or borrowing options; full reading access is not guaranteed.

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Internet Archive · TV News Archive

Dateline : MSNBCW : December 11, 2022 10:00pm-12:00am PST

The archive indexes this broadcast under Stacy Peterson. It may contain several stories; use any available captions or previews to locate the relevant segment. Full playback may be restricted.

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Internet Archive · TV News Archive

HLN News : HLN : July 23, 2009 12:00pm-4:59pm EDT

The archive indexes this broadcast under Stacy Peterson. It may contain several stories; use any available captions or previews to locate the relevant segment. Full playback may be restricted.

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Internet Archive · TV News Archive

CNN Newsroom : CNN : December 4, 2009 1:00pm-3:00pm EST

The archive indexes this broadcast under Stacy Peterson. It may contain several stories; use any available captions or previews to locate the relevant segment. Full playback may be restricted.

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10From the journal

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11Court records & documents

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Court opinions, filings, transcripts, and dockets, alongside clearly labeled parole records, released investigative files, and courtroom recordings. Each item identifies its source and scope. Allegations in filings are not findings of guilt. These selections are not complete case files. Where an online document could not be verified, a separate guide identifies the records office or archive to contact.

Court opinionArchive copy

People v. Peterson — Kathleen Savio murder appeal

An Illinois appellate opinion reviewing Drew Peterson’s conviction for Kathleen Savio’s murder. It is not a judgment concerning Stacy Peterson’s disappearance.

Court / agency
Illinois Appellate Court
Document date
November 12, 2015
Case / citation
3-13-0157
Hosted by
Justia
Court opinionArchive copy

Peterson v. Watson — federal habeas decision

A federal court’s decision on Drew Peterson’s challenge to his conviction for Kathleen Savio’s murder.

Court / agency
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
Document date
June 18, 2021
Case / citation
1:2019cv06454
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Justia

12Nicknames & media names

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13Where are they now?

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14Positive Outcome

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