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Ate His Eye; He Believed His Brother Had to Be Sacrificed to Save the World | Matthew Hertgen
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- Sep 7, 2026
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- 2910
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Summary
Matthew Hertgen’s family knew he was seriously mentally ill. His older brother spent hours with him on the night Joseph died, saw that he was struggling with terrifying visions, and even warned Joseph to call if he needed help. Less than an hour later, Matthew called 911 and reported “a fire and a dead body.” What investigators uncovered inside the apartment was horrific, but the legal question became much more complicated. This episode has a shocking and VERY sad ending. ******************** If you or someone you know is struggling with Mental Health or in crisis, confidential and free, 24/7/365 help is available. Call or text 988Chat at 988lifeline.orgTTY users can use their preferred relay service or dial 711 then 988 If you are in need of support, but not in crisis, consider reaching out to a warmline. Warmlines offer a place to call when you just need to talk to someone. Speaking to someone on these calls is typically free, confidential, and run by people who understand what it’s like to struggle with mental health problems. Find a warmline at mhanational.org/warmlines . Visit my site for more resources: https://wp.me/PdbuVw-X4f *********************************** Chez Shea Candles: For your luxury, clean burning candles, and to support LaM while you get 15% off, go to: https://murderandlove.com/chezshea15 Or use LAMLOVE ************************************************************************************************ Podcast Promo: Darkcast Network ************************************************************************************************* Do you have thoughts about this case, or is there a specific true crime case you’d like to hear about? Let me know with an email or a voice message: https://murderandlove.com/contact Find the sources used in this episode and…