Self-Defense Expert Hans Hansen's Murder Still Unsolved...

About this episode

This episode explores the unsolved murder of self-defense expert Hans Eric Hansen and the impact on his family and community.

In this gripping episode, we delve into the mysterious murder of Hans Eric Hansen, a 52-year-old self-defense expert found shot to death near his vehicle on State Route 410 on Halloween night 2024. With a background as a criminal justice professor and a renowned self-defense instructor, Hansen's death leaves investigators puzzled and his family heartbroken. Listen as our hosts explore the perplexing details of this case, including the surprising decision Hansen made to dispose of his firearms shortly before his death. This murder has law enforcement searching for answers and the community grappling with his sudden loss. The investigation has been hampered by the lack of clear leads or witnesses, prompting authorities to seek public assistance in recovering dashcam footage from the days surrounding October 31st. The episode tackles the sobering themes of vulnerability, the limits of personal safety, and the unexpected dangers faced by even those most prepared. Listeners are taken through the poignant accounts of Hansen’s family as they navigate their grief and push for public assistance to find their father's killer. This case encapsulates the harsh realities of unforeseen…

People in this episode

Hosts: William Lee, Candase Thompson

Topics covered

• murder investigation
• self-defense
• community support
• personal safety
• grief
• justice

Keywords

• murder
• self-defense expert
• investigation
• community
• vulnerability
• justice
• grief

Mentioned in this episode

Places: State Route 410

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