Swap Meet (PODCAST EXCLUSIVE EPISODE)
MrBallen Podcast: Strange, Dark & Mysterious Stories
Key Insights
Why did the killer target Heather Strube?
Heather was targeted due to her mother-in-law Joanna's dislike and belief that Heather was not a good mother.
How did the police initially identify the suspect?
The suspect was initially identified through witness descriptions and a composite sketch.
What significant piece of evidence led the police to Joanna?
The distinctive white Ford F-150 truck registered to Joanna and a synthetic hair fiber from the truck's interior.
What was the final piece of evidence that confirmed Joanna's involvement?
Ballistics tests confirmed that a .38 caliber Rossi revolver, which Joanna owned, could have fired the bullet that killed Heather.
What was the outcome of Joanna's trial?
Joanna was found guilty of murder and sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole in 30 years.
How did Heather's family react to her murder?
Heather's parents were devastated and immediately returned home from Alabama upon hearing the news.
What was the role of surveillance footage in the investigation?
Surveillance footage from Target provided crucial evidence, including the suspect's appearance and movements before and after the crime.
How did the police determine the type of weapon used in the murder?
The weapon was identified as a .38 caliber revolver through forensic analysis of the bullet and crime scene evidence.
Chapters
- Woman hears gunshot and sees a man calmly walking away
- Police launch a countywide search for the suspect
Shownotes Transcript
