Herbert Richard Baumeister was an American businessman and suspected serial killer. A resident of the Indianapolis suburb of Westfield, Indiana, Baumeister was under investigation for murdering over a dozen men in the early 1990s, most of whom were last seen at gay bars. Police found the remains of eleven people, eight identified, on Baumeister's property. Baumeister committed suicide after a warrant was issued for his arrest. He was later linked to a series of murders of at least twelve men along Interstate 70, which occurred in the early to mid-1980s.
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The Secret Sits - Herb Baumeister: Part 1: Who is Brian Smart?
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In this gripping episode titled "Herb Baumeister: Part 1: Who is Brian Smart?", Tony Harris finds himself at a gay bar, the 501 Club, where he spots a missing person poster of his friend Roger Goodlet. Suspicion arouses as Tony observes a man behaving strangely, fixated on the very poster. Approaching the man, who introduces himself as Brian Smart, Tony's instincts question the authenticity of the name. Leading Brian to believe he's intoxicated, Tony soon finds himself brutally assaulted. Playing dead, Tony manages to survive but realizes the urgency to gather evidence against Brian. Despite approaching law enforcement, Tony's claims are dismissed, pushing him to seek aid from private investigator Virgil Vandagriff. Together with Detective Mary Wilson, they embark on a perilous investigation to uncover a series of missing gay men, including Tony's friend. Tony's encounter with Brian takes a dark twist when he is stood up, leaving the discovery of truth hanging in the balance. Expertly crafted with suspense and intrigue, this episode unravels a chilling mystery that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Discover the haunting secrets of Herb Baumeister in "Herb Baumeister: Part 1: Who is Brian Smart?"
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Today on The Secret Sits, I am going to start by telling you the story of one of the heroes of today’s story, this man, however; never wanted to be identified and so we are going to refer to this man as Tony Harris, are you ready? Let’s go.
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Welcome to The Secret Sits, I’m your host John Dodson. Join us every Thursday as we uncover the Secrets behind the world’s most fascinating true crime cases.
Herb Baumeister: Part 1: Who is Brian Smart? Top Questions Answered
What challenges did Tony Harris face growing up in Indiana?
Tony Harris faced challenges as a gay man in a hostile environment.
What is the 501 Club known for?
The 501 Club is known as a safe space for the LGBTQ+ community.
Whose missing person poster did Tony notice at the 501 Club?
Tony noticed a missing person poster featuring his friend Roger Goodlet.
Who attacked Tony Harris at his home?
Brian attacked Tony, attempting to strangle him and sexually assault him.
How did Tony escape Brian's attack?
Tony played dead, and eventually Brian stopped his attack.
Was any evidence found when Tony searched Brian's house?
No, Tony found no evidence when he searched Brian's house.
Why did the police and FBI not believe Tony when he reported the incident?
The police and FBI didn't believe Tony when he reported the incident.
Who did Tony seek help from regarding the incident?
Tony sought help from a private investigator named Virgil Vandagriff.
What type of cases does Virgil specialize in?
Virgil specializes in missing person cases and has experience with unsolved murders.
What connection did Virgil and Detective Mary Wilson find in their investigation?
They found a connection to the "I-70 Strangler" case when investigating bars.
Who had a chilling vision of a man being murdered in Brian's house?
A psychic named Wanda had a chilling vision of a man being murdered in Brian's house.
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