Reasons We Serve

From Marine to Cold Case Hero: Bobby Minchew's 30-Year Battle Against Crime, Cancer, and Killers


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🎥 Episode 126
Dive into the gripping true crime story of retired Cold Case Homicide Detective Bobby Minchew in this exclusive interview. From his early days as a shy kid in Houston, Texas, to enlisting in the Marines at 17, surviving bootcamp, and serving in Desert Storm, Bobby shares his raw journey into law enforcement with the Harris County Sheriff's Office. Hear about his time in the jail, high-adrenaline patrol shifts, close calls with armed suspects, the Weed and Seed anti-gang unit, and solving Texas's oldest cold case murder after 41 years. Bobby opens up about interrogating serial killers, battling stage 3 colon cancer while on duty, family struggles, divorce, and finding peace in retirement on his KCA Ranch (Kick Cancer's Ass).
This episode is packed with police stories, investigative tips, and life lessons from a true crime legend. If you love true crime podcasts, cold case investigations, police procedurals, or military veteran stories, this is a must-watch!

To watch Bobby's channel KCA Ranch and Homestead go to: https://www.youtube.com/@KCARanchHomestead

Welcome to our Channel Reasons We Serve, a podcast dedicated to exploring the motivations, challenges, and realities of working in law enforcement. We delve into the personal stories of officers, explore various career paths, and examine the roles of different agencies—from local police departments to state and federal law enforcement. 👍 Like, Subscribe, and Hit the Bell Icon to stay updated on more inspiring law enforcement stories!

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