Welcome to Murder For Sale, where mother-and-son realtors Val and Spencer Burmester expose crimes committed against realtors on the job. In the past decade, over 60,000 realtors have fallen victim to violent crimes, including assault, rape, robbery, and even murder. This season takes us to Woodinville, Washington, where realtor Mike Emert met a tragic end at the hands of a client during a house showing. But this isn’t just a simple tale of murder. The mystery surrounding Mike's death took over 10 years to partially unravel, leading us into a labyrinth of unsolved cases. These include bank robberies, corrupt cops, home invasions, professional mob hits, missing mothers, homes filled with thousands of rats, and at least five other murders that remain unresolved to this day. This is Murder For Sale.
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Podcast Overview
Welcome to Murder For Sale, where mother-and-son realtors Val and Spencer Burmester expose crimes committed against realtors on the job. In the past decade, over 60,000 realtors have fallen victim to violent crimes, including assault, rape, robbery, and even murder. This season takes us to Woodinville, Washington, where realtor Mike Emert met a tragic end at the hands of a client during a house showing. But this isn’t just a simple tale of murder. The mystery surrounding Mike's death took over 10 years to partially unravel, leading us into a labyrinth of unsolved cases. These include bank robberies, corrupt cops, home invasions, professional mob hits, missing mothers, homes filled with thousands of rats, and at least five other murders that remain unresolved to this day. This is Murder For Sale.
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October 16, 2024
Gary Krueger and The Rat Man
In the final episode of this season, hosts Val and Spencer Burmester delve into the twisted and chilling saga of Gary Krueger, a person of interest in multiple murders and bank robberies in Washington state. They recap Krueger’s criminal activities, including the notorious murder of realtor Mike Emert and explore the connections between Gary Krueger and another individual also named Gary Krueger, known as 'The Rat Man’. Both Garys coincidentally have ties to the Windermere Real Estate Brokerage. The hosts analyze the evidence, question potential motives, and discuss the mysterious disappearances and unresolved cases linked to these individuals. What will be the final verdict? This is Murder For Sale.
October 9, 2024
The Life of Gary Kruger
Welcome back to another episode of Murder For Sale! This week, hosts Val and Spencer Burmester delve into the life and dark history of former Seattle police officer Gary Krueger. Spanning decades, this episode explores Krueger's descent from a decorated cop with PTSD into a life filled with violent crimes including multiple murders, bank robberies, and associations with organized crime. Val and Spencer recap Krueger's complex story, detailing his troubled past, encounters with law enforcement, and ultimate connection to numerous unsolved cases. Don't miss this chilling investigation into how a once-respected officer became a notorious criminal. As realtors, we are put in these vulnerable positions everyday. Open houses, touring vacant homes, and showing homes to strangers. All are inherently dangerous, but part of the job. So vigilance is key To learn more about ways to protect yourself on the job, and hear more about these stories, you can visit our website at Murderforsalepodacast.com. Thanks for listening. Episode 3 Timeline: (WARNING: Spoiler Alert) January 28, 1948 Gary Krueger is born in Seattle. 1966-1969 Gary Krueger joins the Marines and serves in Vietnam as part of the Combined Action Group. He witnesses significant combat, including the Tet Offensive. He was honorably discharged in January 1969. Friends and family notice changes in his behavior post-war. 1970 Police Incident: While working as a Seattle police officer, Krueger is involved in an incident where he uses a chokehold on a Vietnam veteran who later dies from his injuries. Krueger is not reprimanded. 1974 Police Brutality: Krueger beats a man while another officer observes. The officers are reprimanded but not charged; the beaten man receives $3,000 in civil court from the city. 1979 Violent Incident: A man high on PCP tries to shoot Krueger with his own weapon. Krueger nearly beats the man to death and is only stopped when other officers intervene. This incident leads to Krueger being deemed a liability and forced into retirement. 1980 Career Change: Krueger obtains his real estate license, but the career does not succeed. He experiences financial struggles and bankruptcy. 1981 Gas Station Murder: Former police officer Terry Dolan is shot dead outside his gas station. Krueger, a high person of interest, is suspected due to his past grievances with Dolan. However, evidence is insufficient for a conviction. 1984 Foreclosure and Murder: Jim Barry, a real estate attorney dealing with Krueger’s foreclosure, is found murdered in his office. Krueger’s anger over his financial situation and the foreclosure is suspected to be a motive. The method of the murder suggests a personal vendetta or contract killing. October 24, 1985 Mob Hit: Mario Vaccarino, a union leader, is found dead in his bathtub, sprinkled with parmesan cheese—a sign of a mob hit. Betty Krueger later claims that Gary was paid to kill Vaccarino, which would suggest this as another possible murder tied to him. October 1986 Bank Robberies: Krueger is arrested following a high-speed chase in a stolen Chrysler. Authorities find evidence linking him to at least 10 bank robberies across Western Washington between 1984-1986. He pleads guilty to two robberies and is sentenced to 15 years but released after 6 years for good behavior. January 1999 Theft Charge: Krueger receives a misdemeanour charge for third-degree theft but avoids jail time. March 2001 Bank Robbery: Krueger robs a bank in Issaquah, WA. He returns to rob the same bank again two months later. He is arrested and convicted, receiving a 70-month sentence due to his PTSD diagnosis. 2004 Early Release: Krueger is released early from prison with the condition of submitting his DNA to federal authorities. 2007 DNA Collection: Federal parole officers collect Krueger’s DNA, which is then sent to the FBI. 2011 DNA Match: The DNA collected from Krueger matches the DNA found in the 2001 murder of realtor Mike Emert.
October 2, 2024
A Doctor on the Shores of Lake Washington
In this gripping episode of Murder for Sale, hosts Val and Spencer Burmester delve into the chilling story of realtor Mike Emert's unsolved murder and a harrowing home invasion targeting Dr. Craig McAllister. Years of investigations reveal two men connected to these crimes: John Allen Bradshaw and former Seattle police officer Gary Kruger. Unravel the mystery as DNA evidence ties these violent acts together, uncovering a web of past misdeeds and cold-blooded intentions. As realtors, we are put in these vulnerable positions everyday. Open houses, touring vacant homes, and showing homes to strangers. All are inherently dangerous, but part of the job. So vigilance is key. To learn more about ways to protect yourself on the job, and hear more about these stories, you can visit our website at Murderforsalepodacast.com. Thanks for listening. Episode 2 Timeline: (WARNING: Spoiler Alert) March 26, 2010 Dr. Craig McAllister, an orthopaedic surgeon, picks up his 20-year-old son from the airport and returns home to his Lake Washington residence. As McAllister and his son approach the house, they are confronted by a man in black clothing and a ski mask. The man threatens them with a gun. The police arrive but find no trace of the attackers, who have vanished. A ski mask is recovered from the scene. July 2010 DNA from the ski mask is matched to John Alan Bradshaw, a 65-year-old man with a criminal record for money laundering and arson. September 2010 A body is found floating in Lake Washington, near the site of the McAllister home invasion. The body is identified as Gary Krueger, a former Seattle police officer. One Year After Gary Krueger’s Body is Found Detectives match DNA found in Mike Emert's stolen Cadillac to Gary Krueger, linking him to Emert’s murder. Ongoing Bradshaw's whereabouts remain unknown. Theories suggest he might have drowned or fled to Mexico. Sonar searches for his body in the lake yield no results.
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