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Aug 2024
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Las Vegas Reporter Brutally Murdered: Je...

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Jeff German, an investigative reporter for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, was deeply dedicated to his work—a commitment that might have ultimately cost him his life. Jeff was a well-known figure in the community, celebrated for his fearless coverage of notorious mobsters, corrupt politicians, and criminals. In September 2022, he was fatally stabbed by an attacker outside his residence. Prosecutors allege that Robert Telles, a local politician, is responsible and was later charged with Jeff's murder. As of the recording of this episode, his trial is currently ongoing.

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Law & Crime Network

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MrjlE8Cws2M

Las Vegas Review-Journal

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NhZGWZhWcik

Lauren Matthias was a television reporter for a decade and has followed the Lori Vallow and Chad Daybell case since 2019. She and her husband, Dr. John Matthias, a criminal psychologist, started Hidden True Crime in 2020 with their Season, 'Beyond the Veil,' a psychological deep dive into the doomsday murders and prophet.

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