Game of Crimes

187: From Vietnam to the DEA: David Hess’ Wild Ride in Law Enforcement

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Murph welcomes retired DEA agent David Hess for an incredible deep dive into his life story. From growing up in a coal mining town in Pennsylvania to serving in Vietnam, Hess shares how his unexpected path led him to a career in drug enforcement.

  • What was it like going from the battlefields of Vietnam to fighting the war on drugs?
  • DEA Academy training and the wild reality of working in Albuquerque
  • Meth lab disasters and the dangerous evolution of drug enforcement
  • A high-stakes shooting during an undercover drug bust
  • From DEA agent to teacher & author – life after law enforcement
  • Funny & shocking stories from decades in the field!
    • 💥 If you love true crime, first-hand police stories, and real-life heroes, this episode is a MUST!!

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