My Favorite Murder with Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark 499 - First Live Show in 6 Years!!
Sep 25, 2025
Karen and Georgia light up the stage with their first live performance in six years! Georgia delves into the chilling story of William Dickens, highlighting suspects and the enduring mysteries of his cold case. Meanwhile, Karen shares the outrageous tale of Marv Heemeyer's Killdozer rampage in Granby, exploring property disputes and its chaotic climax. They wrap up with reflections on community recovery and the aftermath. Laughter, thrills, and a dash of darkness make for a riveting night in Denver!
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The Dickens Murder Scene
- Georgia recounts the 1914 murder of Longmont businessman William Dickens and the immediate tragic scene in his library.
- She narrates Dickens' prominence, family background, and how a bullet through the window killed him within minutes.
Wealth Shapes Suspicion
- The investigation shows how high-profile wealth and local influence complicate murder inquiries.
- Georgia highlights that suspicion shifted between vendettas, wartime grudges, and the victim's own son amid press attention.
Son Arrested After Funeral
- The investigation traced a rare rifle purchase back to William's son Rienzi, who was arrested soon after the funeral.
- Rienzi was found with dismantled rifle parts and ash containing the cartridge, yet he maintained the shooting was accidental and later used money and lawyers to cast doubt.
