Forensic Files

177 - Live at the Riverside Theater in Milwaukee

My Favorite Murder with Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark

  • Jun 13, 2019
  • 1:20:24
  • Full Episode
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<p>Karen and Georgia cover Laurie "Bambi" Bembenek and the death of Barbara Kendhammer.</p> <p> </p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>

Brief Summary

Lori Bembenek's murder trial and escape highlight media sensationalism and legal inconsistencies in a gripping true crime story.

Key points

  • Dr. Death the Cowboy. A charming neurosurgeon leaves a trail of broken bodies behind him.
  • The Milwaukee Murder Case. A shocking murder in Milwaukee reveals dark secrets and unexpected twists.
  • Murder Weapon Mystery. Fred's off-duty revolver was used in the murder, but he claims he didn't kill his wife.
  • The Picnic Party Scandal. Lori files a report against her former police department after scandalous photos emerge.
  • The Wig Evidence. A wig found in Lori's plumbing matches fibers from the crime scene, complicating her case.
  • Escape from Prison. Lori escapes from prison with her cellmate's brother, sparking a media frenzy.

Tension

75/ 100High tension

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