6 episodes
River City Crimes Daniel Melchior
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- True Crime
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5.0 • 41 Ratings
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Season One, Stoplight City, focuses on Dan Melchior's hometown, Evansville, Indiana.
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Rudy Ziemer is Missing
On March 12, 1963, Rudy Ziemer went to The Old Kentucky BBQ in Evansville, Indiana. He never made it home. In this episode we get to know Rudy Ziemer and a bit about Evansville, Indiana.
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The Old Kentucky BBQ
On March 12, 1963, three active-duty United States Army paratroopers, out for a night on the town, meet Rudy Ziemer as he stumbles out of a popular bar and restaurant on Evansville's southeast side.
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Bail & Change of Venue
Authorities released the three paratroopers on $10,000 bail and the trial was moved to a nearby farming community.
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Smear Campaign
The defense strategy becomes very clear during opening testimony. Two of the states' key witnesses testify.
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The Verdict
As Evansville holds its collective breath, in Boonville, the jury delivers its verdict.
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Customer Reviews
Great storytelling
Impeccably researched and delivered in an engaging way. So many twists and turns and a fascinating true crime story.
Wonderful storytelling
I live in Evansville and I’ve often wondered about the high crime rate here. listening to the first episode on Rudy Zimmer has been quite enlightening and enjoyable. I recommend this podcast.
Riveting & Important
Already, I can tell this will be a great podcast series. Host & Producer Dan Melchior transports us to the scene of the crime in a truly compelling way. I can't wait for the next episode!