Minnesota's Most Notorious: Where Blood Runs Cold The 1912 Alice Matthews Murder Case Part Two
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Dec 14, 2019 Explore the gripping twists of the 1912 Alice Matthews murder case, focusing on the unsettling confessions of suspect Alfred Driskell. His troubled mental state raises questions about the validity of his admissions. Intriguingly, a man adopts a false identity to elaborate on the case, adding layers of intrigue and madness. As investigators sift through conflicting narratives, the community's turmoil becomes palpable, revealing the deep psychological scars left in the aftermath of the crime.
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First Confession And Quick Dismissal
- Alfred Driscoll first confessed to killing Alice Matthews after being arrested for vagrancy in Chicago and then recanted.
- Minneapolis police quickly dismissed him after finding inconsistencies and an apparent troubled past.
Repeated Confessions And Wild Claims
- Driscoll kept confessing from different states, including Arkansas, and claimed elaborate false stories like buried jewels.
- Authorities repeatedly wired for his release and dismissed his confessions as unreliable.
Theater Ruse To Force Police Contact
- Driscoll used a fake identity and tricked a Tribune reporter into arranging a meeting at a theater.
- Detective Gleason disguised himself, met Driscoll, and brought him in for more questioning.