48 Hours Peace, Love and Murder
Dec 24, 2025
Bob Hartsong, a widower at the center of the Toni Hartsong murder case, shares his compelling story. He discusses the shock of finding his wife's body and the emotional toll of being accused of her murder. The podcast dives into the intricacies of the investigation, unveiling how new DNA evidence complicated his life. Bob reflects on his tumultuous journey through trial and acquittal, backed by his son’s testimony defending his innocence. He also reveals his struggles with grief and the ongoing search for the true killer.
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Whirlwind Marriage Became A Shared Identity
- Bob Hartsong and Toni HeartSong eloped after a six-hour first meeting and fused their names into a joint identity.
- They built a life of shared art, business, and parenting that lasted 27 years despite occasional marital strife.
Private Strain Vs Public Reconciliation
- The couple kept journals and worked through rocky patches, showing reconciliation before the murder.
- Public perception later conflicted with private records and family memories about their marriage.
Harrowing Discovery At Home
- Bob returned home Sept 26, 2000 and found Toni beaten and bloody in their doorway, a scene he describes as destroying him.
- Investigators later called the crime scene one of the bloodiest they had reviewed in decades.