They Thought It Was His Wife : Paul White
Summary
This episode details the 2007 murder of insurance agent Robert Eidman in St. Charles, Missouri. Investigators initially suspected his wife, Diane, due to marital strife and a large life insurance policy, but the case went cold until DNA from Eidman’s pocket identified Paul White. White, along with accomplice Cleo Hines, confessed to robbing and killing Eidman for cash, leading to life sentences for both men.
Topics discussed
Sponsors: Berkeley College and Jubilee TV
Introduction: The murder of Robert Eidman
Victim profile and crime scene details
Initial investigation and the wife's alibi
Suspect Travis: The stolen car lead
Travis's interrogation and DUI history
Investigating Bob's secret life and Kurt
Cold case break: DNA from Bob's pocket
Paul White: Background and initial interview
Insurance records and Paul's denial
Paul's criminal history and defense strategy
Cleo Hines: Confession and the robbery plot
Paul's shifting story and gambling motive
Conclusion, sponsors, and outro
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