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Join the real-time nationwide manhunt for escaped Ohio death row inmate Lester Eubanks. While out on bail for attempted rape in 1965, Eubanks murdered a 14-year-old school girl, was convicted and sent to prison. Through a series of shocking events, Eubanks was designated an honor prisoner and grante…

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    • Mar 27, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 29m AVG DURATION
    • 22 EPISODES
    • 2 SEASONS

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    The "Have You Seen This Man?" podcast is an incredibly gripping and captivating series that delves into the mysterious case of Lester Eubanks, a convicted murderer who has been on the run for decades. The storytelling in this podcast is superb, allowing listeners to easily follow the complex narrative as they embark on a thrilling journey alongside the podcast hosts and investigators.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is the way it presents first-person accounts and narrating to tell the story. Instead of relying on back-and-forth banter between hosts, the focus is on providing factual information and personal experiences, which adds depth and authenticity to the storytelling. The characters involved in this case are larger than life and stranger than fiction, leaving a lasting impression on listeners. The inclusion of Linda's perspective and her unwavering determination to find out why John Ruffo did what he did adds an extra layer of intrigue.

    Furthermore, the second season of this podcast is even better than the first, which is quite an accomplishment. Each episode leaves you eagerly awaiting Wednesday mornings just so you can listen to the next installment. The sympathetic portrayal of law enforcement officers early on in the series is well-deserved, further enhancing their role in solving this perplexing case.

    On the flip side, one minor criticism of the podcast could be that certain details or aspects that listeners may want to know more about are not covered in great depth. However, given that there are still ongoing investigations and developments in the case, it's understandable that some information may be limited or withheld.

    In conclusion, "Have You Seen This Man?" is a must-listen podcast for true crime enthusiasts. It expertly tells a complex story with excellent narration and provides a deep dive into a decade-old unsolved mystery. The dedication to finding justice for Mary Ellen Deener while shedding light on Lester Eubanks' elusive nature keeps listeners thoroughly engaged throughout each episode.



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    S2 | Ep. 6: The Barber

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2021 58:16


    A scrap of paper that Linda found in Ruffo's coat pocket reveals an early clue pointing investigators to Italy. Does Ruffo's Italian barber know more? U.S. Marshals head to Rome for answers in the midst of a global pandemic. They try and rekindle the search for the fugitive on the Adriatic coast. Back home, Ruffo's former wife contemplates a reunion she both dreads and desperately wants. To see photos of John Ruffo, including an age progression image provided by the U.S. Marshals, visit https://abcn.ws/37tRIK2.

    S2 | Ep. 5: In from the Cold

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2021 48:54


    In secret diaries he left behind, John Ruffo spins an exotic Cold War tale. But is it all part of another Ruffo con? Did one FBI veteran carry crucial information to the grave? We go in search of retired agents and an infamous convicted FBI turncoat to see if any of them hold answers to the mystery of Ruffo's escape.

    S2 | Ep. 4: The Long Con

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2021 51:42


    Investigators thought they knew John Ruffo when they exposed his crime. But in tape-recorded prison calls, Ruffo's accomplice tells the FBI they don't know the half of it. One of Ruffo's lawyers reveals the reason he needed a top secret clearance to mount Ruffo's defense. And as Ruffo's past takes shape, U.S. Marshals enter a maze of fake identities and front companies, trying to follow the money.  To see photos of John Ruffo, including an age progression image provided by the U.S. Marshals, visit https://abcn.ws/37tRIK2.

    S2 | Ep. 3: The Dream

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2021 47:46


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    S2 | Ep. 2: Project Star

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    S2 | Ep. 1: ‘Hold On, Marshal Kevin'

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    S2 | Trailer: Join the Global Manhunt for John Ruffo

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    Bonus: Sweet Home Alabama?

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    The search for convicted killer Lester Eubanks winds into the thick woods of Warrior, Alabama, as this podcast and enhanced media attention delivers a steady flow of fresh tips to the U.S. Marshals. The deputy leading the search contracts coronavirus, but not before finding a tiny crack in the wall of silence around the longtime fugitive. Tell us what you think about this series with a rating and review: http://bit.ly/2O38DdC "Have You Seen This Man?" is produced by the award-winning ABC News Investigative Unit and ABC Audio, the makers of the #1-rated "The Dropout" and "A Killing on the Cape" podcasts as well as the award-winning daily news series "Start Here." For more: http://www.abcnewspodcasts.com and http://www.abcnews.com/thisman

    Ep. 6: Gone Too Soon

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2019 40:53


    The U.S. Marshals explore the potential for genetics to lead them to Lester Eubanks as the manhunt continues to heat up. And the community of Mansfield rallies behind the surviving relatives of Mary Ellen Deener. Tell us what you think about this series with a rating and review: http://bit.ly/2O38DdC "Have You Seen This Man?" is produced by the award-winning ABC News Investigative Unit and ABC Audio, the makers of the #1-rated "The Dropout" and "A Killing on the Cape" podcasts as well as the award-winning daily news series "Start Here." For more: http://www.abcnewspodcasts.com and http://www.abcnews.com/thisman

    Ep. 5: He Ain't Gonna Give You S---

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2019 45:08


    Mary Ellen's family makes a public plea for help. The US Marshals meet a relative of Lester Eubanks' who appears ready to help. And we make an unexpected discovery. Could an oil painting hold important clues to Lester

    Ep. 4: Father Figure

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2019 61:10


    With a fishing license for identification and a ten-speed bike to get around, Lester Eubanks starts a new life with a new identity. And he becomes the mentor to a young teenager, who speaks publicly about that period for the very first time. Tell us what you think about this series with a rating and review: http://bit.ly/2O38DdC "Have You Seen This Man?" is produced by the award-winning ABC News Investigative Unit and ABC Audio, the makers of the #1-rated "The Dropout" and "A Killing on the Cape" podcasts as well as the award-winning daily news series "Start Here." For more: http://www.abcnewspodcasts.com and http://www.abcnews.com/thisman

    Ep. 3: Blood is Thicker Than Water

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2019 28:37


    Lester Eubanks finds himself outside the prison walls. As he sets out to start his life on the run, he turns to a relative for shelter and support. And some people begin erecting barriers to avoid questions about Lester's disappearance -- an effort that persists to this day. Tell us what you think about this series with a rating and review: http://bit.ly/2O38DdC "Have You Seen This Man?" is produced by the award-winning ABC News Investigative Unit and ABC Audio, the makers of the #1-rated "The Dropout" and "A Killing on the Cape" podcasts as well as the award-winning daily news series "Start Here." For more: http://www.abcnewspodcasts.com and http://www.abcnews.com/thisman

    Ep. 2: A Trip to the Mall

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2019 28:41


    For years, Ohio's prisons operated as menacing dungeons, with inmates facing unchecked violence of the sort depicted in Hollywood movies. But Lester Eubanks arrives at the Ohio State Penitentiary in the midst of a prison reform movement. And he capitalizes on a brief window of opportunity. Tell us what you think about this series with a rating and review: http://bit.ly/2O38DdC "Have You Seen This Man?" is produced by the award-winning ABC News Investigative Unit and ABC Audio, the makers of the #1-rated "The Dropout" and "A Killing on the Cape" podcasts as well as the award-winning daily news series "Start Here." For more: http://www.abcnewspodcasts.com and http://www.abcnews.com/thisman

    Ep. 1: Outside the Half-Hour Laundromat

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2019 26:32


    The murder of an Ohio middle school student in 1965 shocks a hard-working community. And the arrest of a 22-year-old military man with a checkered record appears to be the end of a painful chapter for her family. But when Lester Eubanks heads off to prison, it is just the beginning of the story. Tell us what you think about this series with a rating and review: http://bit.ly/2O38DdC "Have You Seen This Man?" is produced by the award-winning ABC News Investigative Unit and ABC Audio, the makers of the #1-rated "The Dropout" and "A Killing on the Cape" podcasts as well as the award-winning daily news series "Start Here." For more: http://www.abcnewspodcasts.com and http://www.abcnews.com/thisman

    Trailer: Join the Nationwide Manhunt for Lester Eubanks

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2019 4:56


    The U.S. Marshals recently added notorious murderer Lester Eubanks, who's been on the run for over 45 years, to their 15 Most Wanted list. While on bail awaiting trial for sexual assault in 1965, Eubanks shot and bludgeoned 14-year-old Mary Ellen Deener to death in Mansfield, Ohio. After his apprehension, Eubanks confessed to the crime, was convicted and received the death sentence. While confined in the Ohio state prison system, his sentence was commuted to life in prison. Then, in a series of shocking events, Eubanks received permission to embark on an unaccompanied "good behavior" shopping trip just before Christmas in 1973. While on the trip, Eubanks slipped away and was never seen again. Now, ABC News pulls back the curtain on Eubanks' crimes and prison escape, with exclusive interviews with key players who knew both Eubanks and his victim; never-before-heard details of his prison escape and the controversial program that led to that escape; and interviews with people who encountered Eubanks -- using various aliases -- since he's been on the run. "Have You Seen This Man?" is produced by the award-winning ABC News Investigative Unit and ABC Audio, the makers of the #1-rated "The Dropout" and "A Killing on the Cape" podcasts as well as the award-winning daily news series "Start Here." For more information: http://www.abcnewspodcasts.com and http://www.abcnews.com/thisman

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