Murder in Oregon
In January of 1989 the director of Oregon?s Department of Corrections, Michael Francke, was brutally stabbed to death outside his office in Salem. The murder was quickly ruled a ?car burglary gone wrong? and pinned on a low-level drug dealer named Frank Gable, a man who Francke's own brother, Kevin, along with storied Oregon reporter Phil Stanford, believe has been wrongfully imprisoned for nearly 30 years. They contend Francke had uncovered a trail of corruption in the prison system? one that led to the top of Oregon?s political establishment. Murder In Oregon follows the two men on a decades-long journey, bordering on obsession, into Oregon?s drug and crime-infested underworld to answer one question: Who really killed Michael Francke?
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Ep 2 | Before
Before Christopher Vaughn was known as a convicted killer, he was a son and a brother in the Vaughn family of Missouri, the eldest of Gail and Pierre Vaughn?s three boys. He would meet his wife- and become a father- while he was still a teenager.
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2021-07-15Link to episode
Ep 1 | The Tragedy
In the quiet pre-dawn hours of June 14th, 2007 the Vaughn family- Christopher, his wife Kimberly and their three children- set out for an impromptu trip to a waterpark. The family would never arrive.
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2021-07-08Link to episode
Trailer 2 | Who Killed The Vaughn Family?
On July 8th, we re-examine a case that?s been tightly closed to shed light on whether Christopher Vaughn was justly charged, tried and convicted- and explore whether pertinent facts and later developments that could have been utilized in his defense were overlooked or ignored.
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2021-07-01Link to episode
Trailer 1 | Introducing Murder in Illinois
In 2007, Chris Vaughn was arrested during a funeral for his wife and three children. He would be tried and convicted of their murders. To this day he maintains no memory of what occurred that tragic day 14 years ago. Murder in Illinois follows the complicated circumstances that led to Vaughn?s conviction, as well as the forensic evidence his supporters believe proves his innocence-in attempt to answer one question: Who killed the Vaughn family?
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2021-06-24Link to episode
Ep 12 | Epilogue
In the final episode of Murder in Oregon, Phil, the Francke brothers and Mike?s friends and colleagues share their thoughts on Michael Francke, his murder and the individuals who?ve avoided justice for the past thirty years.
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2020-01-09Link to episode
Ep 11 | Habeas Corpus
The past ten episodes have been driven by the question: Who killed Michael Francke? Here is a recapitulation of the players, timeline, evidence covered... And a huge development regarding Frank Gable?s fight for freedom.
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2020-01-02Link to episode
Ep 10 | Victims
Throughout this podcast we've seen the victimization of people caught in the crosshairs of politics and corruption. Lives twisted or destroyed by those with great power and little accountability. This episode addresses one of the darkest political scandals in Oregon's history - a woman deeply damaged as a result of a childhood disrupted, by a man who became one of the most powerful men in Oregon...and how that scandal played into the investigation of Mike Francke's murder.
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2019-12-26Link to episode
Ep 9 | Darkness
A sworn statement, unearthed in 2004, presents some very damning information involving one of Michael Francke's former co-workers. It also could have greatly aided in the defense of Frank Gable, were it presented during his trial. That document, along with others, sparks renewed interest in the Francke murder and once again places Phil at odds with his former employer.
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2019-12-19Link to episode
Ep 8 | Judgement
More than two years after Michael Francke's murder, a small time drug dealer named Frank Gable would be tried for the crime. The basis for the case and the outcome of the trial would shock and outrage many- including Kevin Francke.
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2019-12-12Link to episode
Ep 7 | Patsy
More than a year after Michael Francke's death, public and political pressure is mounting to capture his killer. Then, in April of 1990, a small time Salem drug dealer named Frank Gable is arrested and indicted for his murder. But the case the state mounts against him raises serious questions and concerns.
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2019-12-05Link to episode
Ep 6 | Rooster
Many people, including those closest to him, believe Tim 'Rooster' Natividad was involved in the murder of Michael Francke. His former girlfriend - and mother of his son - lays out the terrifying timeline of their relationship and the period leading up to, and after, Francke's murder. And it links to the mysterious man in the pinstripe suit.
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2019-11-28Link to episode
Ep 5 | Depravity
The search for Mike's killer leads to a woman whose dysfunctional upbringing in Salem's drug scene was closely linked to corruption in Corrections. And the staggering violence and trauma she experienced is peppered with names closely tied to the Francke murder investigation.
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2019-11-21Link to episode
Ep 4 | Corruption
A deep dive into the history of corruption in Salem reveals a long and sordid relationship between criminal and political powers. It also leads to a troubled and violent man some believe murdered Michael Francke.
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2019-11-14Link to episode
Ep 3 | Breaking Point
Months after Mike's murder, the official investigation seems to stall. Frustrated, Pat and Kevin link up with newspaper columnist Phil Stanford. Their combined efforts lead them to a controversial confession, a mysterious sketch of a possible suspect and the fury of Salem government officials.
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2019-11-07Link to episode
Ep 2 | Discrepancies
Inconsistencies in the narrative bring about issues as the official investigation into Michael Francke?s murder unfolds. The Francke family raise concerns that Mike was targeted and are met with resistance from state officials. By the time they get his autopsy report, all bets are off.
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2019-10-31Link to episode
Ep 1 | The Murder
In January of 1989 the director of Oregon?s Department of Corrections, Michael Francke, was brutally stabbed to death outside his office building in Salem. His killing was quickly ruled a ?car burglary gone wrong?, but inconsistencies soon called the official investigation into question. Was Michael Francke murdered...or assassinated?
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2019-10-24Link to episode
Trailer 2 | Who Killed Michael Francke?
On October 24th we'll re-open the Michael Francke Murder case, shining new light on those who escaped justice.
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2019-10-17Link to episode
Trailer 1 | Introducing Murder in Oregon
The premiere trailer for Murder in Oregon.
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2019-10-09Link to episode