The Life Of A Murder: A True Crime Story of 35-Year Murder Investigation by Judge Gary Oxenhandler

Delve into the gripping true crime narrative of 'Life of Murder' by retired Judge Gary Oxenhandler, published by Cincinnati Book Publishing. This compelling account chronicles the haunting 1976 disappearance of University of Missouri student Rebecca Abbott Doisy and the relentless 35-year pursuit of justice that followed. Through meticulous storytelling, Oxenhandler, who presided over the final trial, weaves together the intricate threads of this cold case - from the initial investigation to a crucial prison informant's revelation, and finally to the suspect's unexpected self-initiated arrest in Georgia. The judge's unique perspective provides readers with both the legal precision of a courtroom drama and the narrative drive of a detective story. This remarkable work illuminates how a decades-old murder case finally reached its resolution in 2011, demonstrating that the wheels of justice, though slow, never stop turning. A must-read for true crime enthusiasts and legal minds alike.