48 Hours Post Mortem | Unveiling the Zombie Hunter
Aug 19, 2025
Peter Van Sant, a seasoned correspondent, and Paul La Rosa, a skilled producer, delve into the chilling tale of Bryan Miller, the 'Zombie Hunter.' They discuss the gruesome murders that rocked an Arizona community, revealing Miller's dark duality—a father by day and alleged killer by night. The investigation unfolds with shocking twists, including a chaotic hoarding scene and critical DNA evidence. They also explore the complex relationship between Miller and his partner, shedding light on trauma, custody battles, and the quest for justice.
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Public Persona Versus Alleged Crimes
- Brian Miller presented a public persona as a comic-book-like 'zombie hunter' while allegedly committing brutal canal murders decades earlier.
- Peter Van Sant found the duality between Miller's public charm and alleged violence especially striking and central to the case.
Witness Wrongly Suspected After Discovery
- Charlotte Pottle found Melanie's body and reported it, then was briefly accused by detectives because her footprints appeared near drag marks.
- She lived months fearing arrest before police never charged her, showing investigation missteps and trauma to witnesses.
Trophy Taking And Shock Motive
- Investigators believed the killer decapitated a victim and kept the head as a trophy, possibly refrigerated and intended to be discovered for shock value.
- Peter Van Sant ties that belief to a handwritten list found among Miller's papers that mentioned decapitation and keeping a head.