Super SUS: A True Crime Podcast

Horror on Rampart Street – The Deaths of Addie Hall and Zack Bowen

Ande Breunig & Amethyst Cannady Episode 65

In this episode of Super SUS, we examine the disturbing case of Zach Bowen and Addie Hall, a couple whose relationship began in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans. What started as a connection forged through shared interests and intense circumstances slowly unraveled under the weight of substance abuse, emotional volatility, and unresolved trauma. 

We explore Zach’s deeply troubled background, including his military service and struggles with PTSD, alongside Addie’s history of abusive relationships and ongoing mental health challenges. As tensions escalate, their story takes an increasingly dark turn, raising troubling questions about accountability, mental illness, and the warning signs that were missed. This episode unpacks a case that is as complex as it is unsettling, highlighting how personal tragedy and untreated trauma can collide with devastating consequences.

Resources & Support

If this episode brings up difficult feelings or you or someone you know needs support, help is available:

  • National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S.)
    Call or text 988 | 24/7 support for emotional distress and crisis situations
  • Veterans Crisis Line
    Call 988, then press 1, or text 838255 | Confidential support for veterans and their families
  • National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
    nami.org | Education, advocacy, and support for individuals and families affected by mental illness
  • Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
    findtreatment.gov | Resources for mental health and substance use treatment
  • National Domestic Violence Hotline
    thehotline.org | Call 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or text START to 88788

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