GUILT
S3 | Episode Three | Did He Do It?
Jul 23, 2023
Two Swedish backpackers went missing in New Zealand in 1989. One body was found, but the other remains missing. The podcast uncovers new witnesses and evidence to solve this mystery. They discuss discrepancies in the case and the suspect's behavior, as well as a previous murder and mind games played by the suspect. The controversy surrounding the accused's claim of unlocking a car with a wire is also explored.
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Quick takeaways
- David Tomahedi's claim to break into the victims' car using number eight wire is highly disputed due to the car's locking mechanism and varying expert opinions.
- Detective Sergeant Colin Matthews describes David Tomahedi's calm and composed demeanor during an eight-hour interview, highlighting his calculated behavior and ability to manipulate the situation.
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Difficulty of Breaking Into the Car
The podcast discusses the controversial claim by David Tomahedi that he was able to break into Haidi and Erbahn's Sabaru station wagon using a piece of number eight wire. While Tomahedi argues that it is possible, experts and witnesses called during the trial dispute this claim. It was found that the locking mechanism of the car makes it extremely difficult, if not impossible, to unlock it in the way Tomahedi described. Although he was never given the opportunity to demonstrate it, Tomahedi's directions allowed a forensic scientist to eventually succeed in unlocking the car. However, the convenience of the missing wire and varying opinions on its likelihood of success leave room for doubt.
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