Murder Mystery, Killing of Police Sergeant Henderson. Special Episode.

Murder Mystery, Killing of Police Sergeant Henderson. Join us for a gripping special episode as we delve into the mysterious murder of Police Sergeant Jesse L. Henderson in Wellston, Missouri. On October 1st, 1981, Sgt. Henderson's life was tragically cut short as he interrupted a burglary at a local liquor store, shot once in the chest as he exited his vehicle.

In this chilling murder mystery, our guest, Ken Dye, the lead homicide detective on the case, paints a vivid picture of the kind of person Sgt. Henderson was. Ken takes us behind the scenes, offering an inside perspective on the intricacies of the murder investigation – from developing suspects to the eventual arrest of the alleged perpetrators.

However, the story takes an unexpected turn when the prosecutor drops the charges against the individuals accused of capital murder. Join us as Ken Dye, still grappling with the lack of answers, explores the perplexing circumstances surrounding the unexplained lack of prosecution.

The shadows of justice loom large over Wellston as we unravel the unresolved puzzle that continues to haunt the community. The quest for closure intensifies, leaving us with lingering questions about the unsolved murder of Police Sergeant Jesse L. Henderson.

Crime scene photo in podcast episode image courtesy of Tony Webster.

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