His name is forever associated with largest park, and indeed Griffith Park is one of the jewels of the city even today. But that legacy — and the bronze statue standing at the park’s entrance — belie a less-often told story a troubled man who shot his wife in the face.

This podcast was researched, written and narrated by Hadley Meares. Follow her on Twitter: https://twitter.com/hadleymeares

Underbelly L.A. is produced by Drew Mackie: https://twitter.com/drewgmackieEditing and sound design by Meika Grimm: https://twitter.com/meikagrimmMusic was composed by Donovan Dorrance: https://www.donovandorrance.comLogo was designed by Sarah Wickham:http://www.saywickham.com

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