A chilling documentary on the long-unsolved Dolly Madison murders, mysterious details in the murder investigation, a witness describing a suspect, mishandled evidence at the crime scene, frustrations with law enforcement, and the search for truth after two decades.
Family suspicions point to a personal attack in the brutal murders, with crucial evidence like blood trails and witness sightings lacking DNA or murder weapon.
Rumors of drug involvement and overlooked evidence, like a threatening letter in Mandy's car, add complexity to the investigation with potential suspects and curious leads in the case.
Inadequacies in the investigation process, mishandling of crucial evidence, and family frustrations highlight law enforcement negligence, lack of communication, and missed opportunities in pursuing justice for the victims.
Deep dives
Unsolved Double Murder in Great Bend, Kansas
The brutal unsolved double murder of Mandy Alexander and Mary Drake at the Dolly Madison Big R in Great Bend shocks the community. Mandy's family suspects a personal attack due to the violent nature of her murder. Despite evidence like blood trails and witness sightings, the lack of DNA, murder weapon, and keys to the store baffles investigators, leaving lingering suspicions and no clear leads.
Rumors and Speculation in the Investigation
Rumors circulating in the town suggest drug involvement in the murders, leading to speculation about Mandy's ex-husband, Robert Cobble, who was in prison at the time. A threatening letter found in Mandy's car, implicating potential harm towards any boyfriend she might have, raises concerns about overlooked evidence as the car had been in custody for days without proper inspection. Curious leads, including a suspicious hotel guest adjacent to the crime scene, add layers of complexity to the case.
Law Enforcement Failures and Family Frustrations
Discrepancies in law enforcement's handling of evidence, such as the overlooked threatening letter and unexplored hair samples from a potential suspect, fuel family frustrations and distrust in the investigative process. Family members question the lack of thoroughness in the investigation, urging authorities to follow up on critical leads to bring justice to Mandy and Mary's tragic deaths in the tight-knit community of Great Bend, Kansas.
Lack of Proper Investigation and Handling of Evidence
The podcast episode delves into the inadequacies in handling a double murder case where key evidence was mishandled and investigative procedures were flawed. Despite the presence of crucial evidence like male DNA found on one of the victims, the investigation suffered from negligence and mishandling. The podcast highlights the frustration and outrage of the victims' families at the lack of communication and transparency from law enforcement. The families and friends of the victims expressed disappointment at the long-standing failure of law enforcement to effectively pursue the case, leading to missed opportunities and potential suspects slipping through the cracks.
Suspicion Surrounding Dilton Myers and Revelations from Reggie
The podcast also explores the suspicious circumstances surrounding a man named Dilton Myers, who had connections to the bakery where the murders occurred. Details emerge about Dilton potentially teaching people how to rob the bakery, creating suspicion around his involvement. Additionally, insights from Reggie, the individual who cleaned up the murder scene, shed light on critical mishaps at the crime scene. Reggie's observations revealed missed evidence at the crime scene, such as blood-stained items that were discarded, pointing towards a series of grave errors in preserving crucial evidence that could have aided in solving the case.
On September 4, 2002 two women were found dead--brutally murdered in broad daylight--inside the Dolly Madison bakery in Great Bend Kansas. The victims were 24 year old Mandi Alexander and 79 year old Mary Drake. The murders are still unsolved. Director Aaron Mull grew up 250 feet from the crime scene and has been obsessed with the case his entire life. Now, 20 years later, he's going back home to do everything he can to get to the truth of what happened. You can watch the full documentary on Tubi here.
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