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.

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 instagram at @murderforsale. 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

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October 24, 1985

October 1986

January 1999

March 2001

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2007

2011

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 instagram at @murderforsale. Thanks for listening.

Episode 2 Timeline: (WARNING: Spoiler Alert)

March 26, 2010

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.

In this first episode of 'Murder for Sale,' hosts Val and Spencer Burmester delve into the chilling case of Mike Emert, a realtor in Woodinville, Washington, who was brutally murdered by a client known only as 'Steven.' This episode unravels the intricate web of unsolved crimes, including other murders, bank robberies, and home invasions, that are connected to Emert's case. The hosts also share personal ties to the story and explore the unsettling possibility of multiple suspects. Join them each week as they uncover the layers behind the gruesome murder of a well-respected realtor and the mystery that still perplexes investigators to this day.

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 instagram at @murderforsale. Thanks for listening.

Episode 1 Timeline: (WARNING: Spoiler Alert)

November 13, 1960

1980s

• Emert is inspired by his successful realtor uncle to pursue a career in real estate.

1990s

January 3, 2001

• Emert meets a prospective client named “Steven” for the first time at Park Place Mall in Kirkland. They tour four homes, including one in Woodinville.

January 4, 2001

January 4, 2001 (Evening)

A Few Days After January 4, 2001

• Emert’s wallet is found near a ferry dock in Seattle, and his ATM card is used after his death. The police do not disclose details about the ATM transactions or phone calls made from his cell phone.

Weeks After January 4, 2001

• Investigators identify a suspect: a homeless man with a limp and cane named Jeffrey John Solo, who matches “Steven’s” description and frequented the Park Place Mall. Solo is the father of Olympic soccer player Hope Solo.

Early 2000s

• Solo is questioned and cooperates with investigators, passing a polygraph test and providing DNA samples. Despite being a person of interest, he is not arrested due to insufficient evidence.

March 25, 2010

• Jeffrey John Solo is officially cleared as a suspect after nine years of being a person of interest. Investigators continue to search for the true perpetrator, believing that the killer may have had an accomplice.