What It's Like To Be... An FBI Special Agent
Apr 9, 2024
Retired FBI Special Agent Dan Brunner shares insights on building cases against MS-13 gang members, flipping suspects in interrogations, and the significance of the '1,000-piece jigsaw puzzle'. He discusses the process of gathering evidence, the art of investigative work, and the dynamics between the FBI and the Department of Justice in deciding to prosecute.
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Death Threats
- Dan Bruner faced two death threats during his FBI career, one involving a planned drive-by shooting.
- He feels safer now that he's retired, but acknowledges the inherent risks of the job.
FBI Work vs. TV
- TV shows and movies often misrepresent the reality of FBI work.
- Real FBI work involves a lot of computer time and meticulous evidence gathering, unlike the sensationalized portrayals.
The Jigsaw Puzzle
- FBI investigations are like assembling a 1,000-piece jigsaw puzzle.
- Evidence gathering is crucial, especially in RICO cases targeting organized crime.