Vegas Politician GUILTY in Stabbing Death of Investigative Reporter| Crime Alert Recap Saturday 08.31.24
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This episode of Crime Alert Hourly Update provides updates on several high-profile crime cases. The first case discussed is the murder trial of Robert Tellus, who was found guilty of murdering investigative reporter Jeff German. The trial lasted two weeks and included testimony from dozens of witnesses. Prosecutors argued that Tellus was motivated by a desire to protect his reputation and silence German, who had exposed corruption in Tellus's office. The second case discussed is the indictment of Christopher Wolfenberger for the murder of his wife, Melissa Wolfenberger. Melissa disappeared from her Atlanta home in 1998. Her body was discovered in 1999, but her remains were not identified until 2003. Wolfenberger was arrested after police reopened the cold case. The third case discussed is the ongoing search for missing boy Sebastian Rogers. Sebastian has been missing from Hendersonville for six months. A $50,000 reward is being offered for information leading to Sebastian's location or the arrest of those responsible for his disappearance. The FBI is working with local law enforcement to find him. The podcast concludes with a call to action for listeners to follow Crime Alert Hourly Update on their favorite podcasting app for the latest crime and justice news.
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Crime News Updates
This podcast episode provides updates on several high-profile crime cases, including the verdict in the Robert Tellus murder trial, the indictment of Christopher Wolfenberger for the murder of his wife, and the ongoing search for missing boy Sebastian Rogers.
Robert Tellus Murder Trial Verdict
A jury found Robert Tellus guilty of murdering investigative reporter Jeff German. The trial lasted two weeks and included testimony from dozens of witnesses. Prosecutors argued that Tellus was motivated by a desire to protect his reputation and silence German, who had exposed corruption in Tellus's office.
Christopher Wolfenberger Indicted for Murder
Christopher Wolfenberger was indicted on murder charges for the death of his wife, Melissa Wolfenberger, who disappeared in 1998. Melissa's body was discovered in 1999, but her remains were not identified until 2003. Wolfenberger was arrested after police reopened the cold case.
Missing Boy Sebastian Rogers Update
A $50,000 reward is being offered for information in the disappearance of 15-year-old Sebastian Rogers, who has been missing from Hendersonville for six months. The FBI is working with local law enforcement to find Sebastian.
Keywords
Investigative Reporting
The practice of gathering, analyzing, and reporting on information that exposes wrongdoing, corruption, or other issues of public interest. It often involves in-depth research, interviews, and the use of public records.
Cold Case
A criminal investigation that has been inactive for a significant period of time, often due to a lack of leads or evidence. Cold cases are often reopened when new information or technology becomes available.
Missing Person
An individual whose whereabouts are unknown and whose disappearance is considered suspicious or concerning. Law enforcement agencies often conduct investigations to locate missing persons and determine the circumstances of their disappearance.
Reward
A sum of money or other incentive offered for information leading to the solution of a crime or the recovery of a missing person. Rewards are often used to encourage the public to come forward with information.
Murder Trial
A legal proceeding in which a person is accused of murder and a jury or judge determines their guilt or innocence.
Indictment
A formal accusation of a crime by a grand jury.
Crime News
Reports on recent criminal activity, including arrests, trials, and convictions.
Q&A
What was the motive behind Robert Tellus's murder of Jeff German?
Prosecutors argued that Tellus was motivated by a desire to protect his reputation and silence German, who had exposed corruption in Tellus's office.
What happened to Melissa Wolfenberger?
Melissa Wolfenberger disappeared from her Atlanta home in 1998. Her body was discovered in 1999, but her remains were not identified until 2003. Her husband, Christopher Wolfenberger, was indicted on murder charges.
What is the latest development in the case of missing boy Sebastian Rogers?
A $50,000 reward is being offered for information leading to Sebastian's location or the arrest of those responsible for his disappearance. The FBI is working with local law enforcement to find him.
Show Notes
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Here are some of our top stories this week. A Las Vegas jury does not buy politician Robert Telles' claims that he is being frame. The former attorney is convicted in the stabbing death of investigative reporter Jeff German.
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