White Hot Hate: Agent Pale Horse White Hot Hate Introduces: Dirtbag Climber from Uncover
Sep 15, 2025
A rock climber named Jesse James is found dead in a burned vehicle, sparking a complex investigation. Local reporter Steven Chua unveils Jesse's mysterious past and multiple identities, diving into his enigmatic online persona and the charm that masked deeper troubles. Friends recount his elusive nature while speculating on his perceived wealth, fueled by tales of cryptocurrency. As the investigation unfolds, the community grapples with motives ranging from personal feuds to digital threats, leading to shocking revelations about the victim's true identity.
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Free-Soloing Frames Jesse's Life
- Stephen Chua describes a YouTube clip of Jesse free-soloing a 40-foot rock face in Squamish, showing his climbing daring.
- The scene frames Jesse as a nomadic "dirtbag" climber who lived and slept in vehicles while pursuing climbs.
Burned SUV Revealed A Homicide
- Rob Carrico discovered a charred SUV at Cat Lake Recreation Site and later learned a body was inside.
- The autopsy confirmed the charred occupant, Jesse James, died of a gunshot wound, making it a homicide.
Reporter-Becomes-Climber For Access
- Stephen Chua recounts moving to Squamish, learning to climb, and covering local news as a reporter.
- His climbing hobby gave him access and trust within the tight-knit climbing community after Jesse's death.