Minnesota's Most Notorious: Where Blood Runs Cold The Mysterious 1951 Minneapolis Disappearance of the Klein Brothers w/ Jack El-Hai - A True Crime History Podcast
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Oct 22, 2019 
Join author Jack El-Hai, known for 'The Lost Brothers,' as he revisits the chilling 1951 disappearance of the Klein brothers in Minneapolis. He shares the heart-wrenching story of their family's unwavering belief in a more sinister fate beyond the police's drowning conclusion. El-Hai discusses the emotional toll on the Klein family and ongoing efforts to reopen the case, shedding light on historical community context. Prepare for a deep dive into a haunting mystery and the quest for truth in a cold case that refuses to be forgotten.
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How The Author First Learned Of The Case
- Jack El-Hai first heard of the Klein brothers from a small classified ad and called the number listed.
- He visited Betty and Kenneth Klein and heard the full, emotional story in 1997 that led to his 1998 magazine article.
The Day The Boys Vanished
- The boys left for Farview Park on November 10, 1951, and were reported missing after Gordon couldn't find them.
- Police tracked a dog to the Mississippi and found two caps on the ice, then concluded drowning and closed the case after five days.
The Family's Decades-Long Search Efforts
- The Kleins received crank calls, a ransom note, and even consulted psychics during their lifelong search.
- They used age-progressed posters and travelled widely searching truck stops and other places for men who might be their sons.
