About this episode

This episode examines the mysterious case of Andrew Sadek, a college student whose death raises questions about the risks of confidential informant agreements.

Andrew Sadek was a 20-year-old college student at North Dakota State College of Science when he disappeared from his dorm in Wahpeton, North Dakota. Weeks later, his body was found in the Red River. His death was ruled a suicide, but the circumstances surrounding it have continued to raise questions. In this episode of Crime Salad, we examine Andrew’s case and the broader risks tied to confidential informant agreements, including the pressures placed on young or first-time offenders and the lack of consistent oversight and safety. For Andrew’s parents, the fight has been endless. Was enough done to protect him? Who should be held accountable? Please share Crime Salad! Share a positive review on Apple, and check out our cool merch crimesaladpodcast.com FÜM: Head to tryfum.com/SALAD and start building a better habit today. Get a free gift with your Journey Pack when you use our code SALAD Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People in this episode

Host: BLACKCAT

Topics covered

• disappearance
• suicide
• confidential informants
• accountability
• young offenders
• oversight
• family struggles

Keywords

• Andrew Sadek
• disappearance
• suicide
• confidential informants
• North Dakota
• college student
• accountability
• family fight

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Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: North Dakota State College of Science

Places: Wahpeton, North Dakota, Red River

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