Family Murder Tree - Post Falls, Idaho
Summary
Hosts James Petrigallo and Jimmy Wissman investigate the 1995 murder of newspaper carrier Gary Loesch in Post Falls, Idaho. The case deepens when his wife Barbara dies under suspicious circumstances three years later, leading to a $530,000 insurance payout to their daughter Tina. The episode reveals Tina’s connection to drug dealer Sky Hansen and "gentleman robber" Bradley Steckman, linking the deaths to a broader web of crime and theft.
Topics discussed
Intro, live show announcements, and Patreon promo
Setting the scene: Post Falls, Idaho demographics
North Idaho State Fair activities and music lineup
Background on Gary Loesch and his family
Gary Loesch's murder during paper delivery
Investigation into Gary's death and family suspects
Barbara Loesch's disappearance and discovery
Barbara's death: undetermined cause and TV mystery
Family dynamics, insurance money, and Sky Hansen
Dorothy Martin murder and Bradley Steckman's role
Bradley Steckman's confession and plea deal
Tina and Sky's disappearance and Christopher's fate
Bodies found in Tucson and Christopher's status
Bradley's death and final thoughts on the case
Outro, upcoming episodes, and Patreon promotion
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