Women Who Kill: This Bank Robber Viciously Shot Her Victim In The Back

Women Who Kill: This Bank Robber Viciously Shot Her Victim In The Back

Author: Robert Riggs February 17, 2023 Duration: 31:53

Jerry and Dava Truett lived well beyond their means in the small central Texas town of Kosse. They owned a lake house and a speed boat. They drove a pair of expensive pickup trucks and numerous recreational vehicles.

Townfolk thought they were receiving oil and gas money from their farmland or had an inheritance.

How Did They Live Such An Extravagant Lifestyle On Small-Town Wages?

The small community of 500 people confronted the cold-blooded truth about the couple’s lifestyle when 52-year-old Michael Wells was murdered inside the First State Bank of Kosse.

Sue and Michael Wells (Slain President of First State Bank of Kosse

Williams was the bank’s president and a beloved community leader.

He arrived early one morning before the bank opened to meet with a customer.

A 68-year-old business owner wanted to find out why thirty thousand dollars was missing from his account.

Before they could meet, Williams was gunned down. The bank’s vault was still locked. No money was missing from it.

But in the aftermath of this tragedy, an FBI audit discovered that $700,000 was missing from elderly customers’ accounts.

What happened to all of that money?

In this episode of the True Crime Reporter® Podcast investigative reporter Robert Riggs takes you inside the crime scene tape with a case from former federal prosecutor Bill Johnston.

It will leave you wondering if you can trust anyone.


LINK to previous bank robbery episodes mentioned:

This Bank Gets Robbed Everyday With Former FBI Agent Don Bentley

The High School Gang That Graduated To Cold Blooded Murder


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Robert Riggs has spent decades as an investigative reporter, and in True Crime Reporter, he applies that relentless, document-driven approach to the stories that haunt us. This isn't just a retelling of grim headlines; it's a meticulous walk through active case files, historical injustices, and the societal undercurrents that allow crime to flourish. Each episode feels like you're sitting across from Riggs as he lays out his notes, connecting dots between evidence, witness accounts, and the often-overlooked details that change a narrative. You'll hear the tension in the pursuit of truth, the weight of unresolved questions, and the quiet impact on communities and families left in the wake of violence. The podcast moves beyond the sensational to examine the cultural and systemic factors at play, offering a sober, deeply researched perspective. Listen for long-form narratives that build like a detective's board, where every piece of audio, every interview, and every document serves a purpose. It’s for those who want to understand the 'why' and the 'how' as much as the 'who,' presented with the clarity and authority of a seasoned journalist who knows the terrain. This is a journey into real stories, handled with the care they demand, and it naturally becomes an essential listen for anyone fascinated by the intersection of human behavior, justice, and the news.
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