The Strange & Disturbing Case of the Bloody Benders

[@BriefCaseOfficial]

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[@Survivor58]

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[@ladyfarona1988]

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[@angellaura2373]

I love this game have been playing for months now .it's so fun.. with everything changing game plays depending on what choice you decide to choose!❤

[@isirlasplace91]

Downloaded the game and pretty sure I'll like it :) Update: I loved it lol

[@lilmoe4364]

Great job. Did you ever think of covering the case of Sawney Bean? Apologies if you already have and I just haven't noticed

[@suzanneflowers2230]

The property once owned by the Benders has only been used for farming over the years. Recently, it was purchased and will be professionally excavated. Also, there is a local museum of the Benders which can be accessed online, I think.

[@addie_is_me]

That’s fascinating. Probably not, but they might find more victims.

[@juliesnider7840]

Thanks

[@suzieaustin.5905]

Thank you 💓.

[@mirandagoldstine8548]

@@addie_is_me That would be scary.

[@dahlrussell]

What are the films that have been based on this family?

[@lovingmayberry307]

Poor little girl, buried alive! There is a special place in hell for monsters like the Benders! Another fascinating case, Briefy! 💙👍

[@mauricedavis2160]

A very special place in hell, indeed!!!🙏😢⚖️❣️

[@rebelusa6585]

Bender family Escape justice in this world, but they cannot Escape justice in the next world.

[@danielwebster5748]

Tortures like that I have always believed and heard that they are tortured themselves in hell in the same way they tortured their victims. I only hope that the vigilantes actually did catch them but if you ask 20 different men there's 20 different stories on how they hung them. I believe they didn't want to come back and admit that they got away.

[@josephforrestbender8947]

Hold your tongue, I'm a Bender lol

[@EAG46]

Ooh! The Bloody Benders! This family is sometimes called the first serial killer family in the US! Thank you for covering this story! You always make Mondays interesting.

[@Momuv5]

Ikr

[@addie_is_me]

This story started my week off with the heebeegeebees! Lol

[@woogiew00]

Was refreshing this AM, waiting for Brief Case! Happy Monday!

[@seiyuokamihimura5082]

I'm waiting on a bonsai pot, but this is good too. Yes, yes. This is good too indeed.

[@jerseystrongg2g352]

And to you. 👊🏼

[@susanm7925]

Bon appetite!

[@marysalmon1592]

This was a horrific case The poor souls who lost their lives to low lives . The poor Little. Girl buried alive The Benders Blood thirsty . Thanks for the story I . Excellent story telling

[@mauricedavis2160]

🙏😢⚖️❣️

[@jodyharnish9104]

My father grew up near the place where the Benders had lived. He took us the family there once and told us the story. He didn't know anything after they left, though. I really appreciate knowing that the authorities didn't give up on trying to find them, but it's horrible that some people were lynched in the meantime. I'm surprised that they were using false names and pretending to be a family. I hadn't heard that. Your research is always so thorough! Really excellent job on this one.

[@brittap.6736]

Die Benders wurden vom Mob gelyncht.

[@jodyharnish9104]

@@brittap.6736 Danke Schoen!

[@MANEIABENDEROFFICAL]

hi my name is austin bender, john jr is my grate grate grate great grandpa id love to one day come back to kansas to repent on behalf of my ancestors

[@sonjacharles2457]

Great, not grate.

[@dennisagbayani3327]

One of the best channels of this genre. Interesting, varied, well-researched & clearly & personably narrated. May the subs mount. U deserve more. Keep up the excellent work, sir. Cheers!🧔

[@BriefCaseOfficial]

Thank you so much :)

[@mauricedavis2160]

This channel is pretty awesome, indeed!!!🙏👍👻

[@Momuv5]

I concur 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾.

[@susieq1279]

Agree completely!

[@COYBIG1967]

Well said

[@jasonwilliams573]

WOW. What a bizarre and outrageous story. I'd imagine the Benders would have been caught sooner had they not been shrouded by the busyness of US Westward expansion. This was yet another famous story I've never heard of so thanks, Brief Case. You make my Mondays!

[@hollymorris785]

Good morning and thanks for another great case! Nobody finds more interesting old cases than you do!

[@BriefCaseOfficial]

Good morning Holly!

[@lisetteeliseparis7070]

BriefCase: What a crazy family! First caught these rascals on 'Deadly Women'. Ps. I want to say: CrimeReel and you were my first Crime Library Sensei here on KZbin. Thank you so much for your content and production values the last couple of years. oxox

[@BriefCaseOfficial]

Thankyou so much Lisette :)

[@mikeloghry9521]

I TOTALLY AGREE (-:

[@charlottereitberger6253]

Me too. BC and CR baby the OGs of crime

[@ashleelarsen7765]

I love that show!

[@beckiemc11870]

Thanks for the info! I just subscribed to Crime Reel & I’m looking forward to checking them out. I love true crime videos!

[@fadeblac5633]

They also said a lady on her death bed admitted she was the daughter. I forget where this was. But, it's said she gave details. By the time law enforcement heard she had died. Who knows how many bodies they really had. If you believe the death bed confession. She lived along life. But, in poverty. Everyone stay safe. ✌ BC, this is a very interesting unsolved case. 👍good one.

[@brittap.6736]

Ich weiß nur, das die Familie von der Bevölkerung gelyncht wurde.

[@scarlett8068]

This is such a horrific and exciting unsolved mystery! My greatx2 grandfather lived on a property that bordered the Bender property. As is, we stop at Cherryvale when we visit same family in OK. Local museum had a display about "Bloody Benders" containing possible murder weapons. Tickled to have a story so close to home! Many thanks Breifcase!!

[@sharronbeauregard292]

I’ve been listening to Brief Case for a few years now….it always makes my Monday mornings and getting ready for my work week a little more bearable :) Today’s Brief Case I know will be one of my favourites! Thank you and please don’t ever stop :)

[@angelinaloubet621]

I had read about this case, and I'm very glad to see it on BC. Incidentally, there is a similar case in France, at the same epoch, " l'auberge rouge", the red inn.

[@BriefCaseOfficial]

Its a long time since I have read about l'auberge rouge, I think I will look at that again :)

[@angelinaloubet621]

@@BriefCaseOfficial I'd love to see it on BC !

[@Momuv5]

I've never heard of it and would LOVE😍 to see you cover it 😀

[@addie_is_me]

What a creepy name if it’s because of bloodshed and death.

[@angelinaloubet621]

@@addie_is_me It is !

[@octoberafter3821]

“Hell’s Half Acre” is a book just published about the Bloody Benders.

[@monicabennett6620]

I used to do this case in my forensic science class! Loved what you did with it.

[@addie_is_me]

Are you a teacher?

[@calibmatlock]

Man that is such a crazy setup. Limiting the number of people who can stay the night and many travelers would probably be gone at first light so nobody would notice the absence around town is a perfect storm of camouflage.

[@daniletourneau6182]

YAYYYY! I've been waiting for a new video!! Thank you for all the AWESOME work you do!!! It's appreciated more than you could ever imagine 💖

[@WonderWhatHappened]

This is one of my favorites of yours. I vaguely heard of them but didn't know any details and you had me on the edge of my seat. :) Was there something off on the audio this week? Not complaining but just wondering. Seemed like there was a little more treble and less bass than usual but it might've been the second glass of wine I had tonight. Great Video.

[@hankvandenakker4271]

I MUST PAUSE @ 1/2 WAY THROUGH TO COMMENT: YOU REALLY PRODUCE GREAT QUALITY VIDEOS. YOUR RESEARCH, PICTURES AND NARRATION ARE TOPS. YOU ARE MOST DEFINITELY MY FAVORITE TRUE CRIME STORY CHANNEL. THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR HARD WORK. I APPRECIATE YOUR SKILLS AS A STORY TELLER.

[@BriefCaseOfficial]

Thankyou so much

[@TheCrimeReel]

Amazing story BC, such an interesting case.

[@BriefCaseOfficial]

Thanks Crimey :)

[@resarm5007]

Good morning Crimey!

[@TheCrimeReel]

@@resarm5007 Hi Resa RM

[@bettyjames4155]

Hi Crimey!

[@TheCrimeReel]

@@bettyjames4155 hey Betty 👍

[@lisageiger9841]

What a great case. I thought for sure they would be apprehended. They were pretty sly. They knew of they split up they most likely wouldn't have been found. I saw a bunch of money hungry people that wanted to throw anyone they could under the bus. I was a bit late today but you can not, I will never miss my Monday fix. Thank you so much for doing all this. I so love your voice. I'm sure each case takes weeks to put together. Were the drawn pics, from wanted posters? Please never stop BC. I'm so addicted. I'm so in love with thos channel. P.S. unfortunately I have never heard about this family.

[@TruthNeverFade]

Thank you again for another well researched (albeit mysterious) case! You're always the highlight of my Monday! All the best from Germany x

[@kerrywatts5740]

You've brought us another incredible episode!!! The evil acts the Benders did was totally horrifying!!! Thank you Brief Case!!!

[@Momuv5]

I always enjoy the variety of places and periods of your videos. It's never the same ol', same ol'. Makes my morn'n coffee ☕️ more enjoyable while watching. Thank you 😊

[@Flamsterette]

Right on time after I had some Pho and kept an eye on the NHL trade deadline! Thanks for the upload and stay safe out there! I've always been fascinated by this case. I guess it was easier to get away with that kind of thing back then.

[@Wildflower-xe8sn]

Mmmmm Pho

[@jared1870]

Ah, the Bloody Benders. I never understood how spirituality and murder went hand in hand. Well researched, often the Benders story ends with their disappearance and no possible outcomes for fearsome foursome offered. Some Benders once lived in my neighborhood, and I always thought them to be a sketchy lot. Thanks for another chilling Brief Case!

[@AnnCooper33]

Witchcraft and pagan practices. Not saying these things are evil, but they can be used to do bad things.

[@bobbiemckeighen9275]

I have read about the Benders in the past. I like the way that you presented the case. I would like to see what you can do with the case of Patty Cannon from Delaware. Her story dates back to the early 1900s.

[@BriefCaseOfficial]

I will look into it - Thanks

[@annagettings4675]

Yay! It's officially Monday! Brilliant Brief Case, thank you.

[@brendaholliday6866]

I had never heard of this story about this family, the Benders, who committed these "horrific" murders in the Old West before. Thank you, for your investigation, presentation, photos in this video, too. May the souls of the people they murdered rest in eternal peace.

[@Cec9e13]

The Bloody Benders!! I haven't heard of them since reading the "Bad Men and Blood Letters" series when I was a kid!! I'm so excited!

[@astewart1003]

Bloodletters and Badmen...that book captivated me since my youth.

[@Cec9e13]

@@astewart1003 there were three, that I know of!

[@resourcedragon]

Fascinating story I've not heard before. I wonder how many people are out there who have got away with murder because they've not gone in for quite such wholesale killing.

[@AppalachianHistoryDetectives]

Thanks for bringing this story to light. I had heard the term but never the cause.

[@lisatsuchida4127]

Good morning Brief Case so glad to see you here this morning😁

[@BriefCaseOfficial]

Morning Lisa

[@marinakaiser7639]

Cool i never heard of the case.Without you and C.R as the nice Lady alredy said i would never heard of so many tragic,interesting and sad cases.Thank you so much B.C❤🖤‼

[@bluegreenglue6565]

Coincidentally, i was just in that area on vacation and my friend's husband told me some of the history -- but not this bit. Thanks!

[@teresaninkovich7607]

I read books on the bloody benders it always sends shivers down my spine these people where just plain evil !! Thanks for another exciting story 👍

[@marinakaiser7639]

How many stories i missed 🙄but better late than never 😊So happy i didn't forget you posted yesterday dear B.C.Nice end of the day for me😁❤🖤‼

[@BriefCaseOfficial]

Thankyou Marina

[@ohslimgoody]

This is one you're going to have to listen to twice! I saw this on Deadly women, I enjoyed listening to your version. Great job keep them coming.

[@sharongibbs3364]

This story was fabulous, horrific and so detailed. I never cease to be educated by your stories truly. Thanks for finding often overlooked and obscure cases. This "family" were monsters and very sick people who preyed upon the lonely traveler. You truly captured them. You are one of the best on any platform.

[@BriefCaseOfficial]

Thanks Sharon :)

[@ELKE-]

Thank you for this well done job video, and Congrats on your Sponsor! Looks great!

[@littlereddstar5264]

I’m glad I had today’s BC video to calm my nerves before my post operation Dr’s visit.

[@BriefCaseOfficial]

Hope all goes well

[@bettyjames4155]

I hope everything turns out well.

[@randymarsengill6035]

You bring history alive and I want you to know how much I appreciate your channel. Cheers 🍻 and thank you.

[@BriefCaseOfficial]

Thankyou so much

[@bobbyrutherford9359]

I am always pleased to see when Brief Case uploads another great case I enjoy them very much Thanks

[@BriefCaseOfficial]

Thankyou :)

[@sandeesimons6045]

Read several different accounts of this story over the years, but yours is more detailed. Thanks and blessings to all! 😊

[@BriefCaseOfficial]

Thankyou

[@liamwright3287]

Love this one Brief. They keep getting better

[@marylevin9262]

Morning BC - wow an ending I did not expect - thank you for your work - you are fabulous 🙂

[@grettagirl2884]

What a weird lot! Thanks BC 😊 for bringing to light this story of the very strange Bender Bunch. Cheers 🍻 👏 ✌ 🥂!

[@verucasaltbaum2358]

Fascinating story ! This bunch are just ruthless! Thank you for this video!😊👍

[@BriefCaseOfficial]

My pleasure!

[@dawan301]

Thanks for the content. Your stories make me look forward to Monday. 👍👍👍

[@BriefCaseOfficial]

Glad you like them!

[@allisonstephens1837]

I have heard this story for years but. like always you include details that no other Chanel did.. Sad that in the "police" zest to capture the benders innocent people were killed..

[@journeysalkebulan]

While I heard of the Benders a few times I don't recall hearing the first part before that the mother and father may have been brother and sister and I wouldn't doubt it considering the absolute evil in their family!

[@deedragongirl]

Greetings Brief Case, this is another VERY interesting case!

[@janetcw9808]

Hiya! ✋

[@kcbh24]

You did a really great job with this case. I've heard the story before, but I've never heard such detail about the Benders, their real names and manners. I've also never heard such detail about what may have happened to them after they escaped. Excellent. You should be proud.

[@BriefCaseOfficial]

Thankyou

[@kendean2221]

Love the show, keep up the great work, look forward to new episodes.

[@zeusathena26]

Great video! I didn't know about this case before today. Thanks!

[@gregdiiamond3899]

I’ve heard this story. The channel Faces of the Forgotten want to the place. The owner is having an archaeological dig done. The house is gone but they’ve found some items. Fascinating, albeit very disturbing. Check out FOF's channel for more.

[@rocknromance78]

I also first heard of the benders on faces of the forgotten

[@yvonnepetty3400]

Me too. 😃

[@jessicah4462]

I just got done watching his walk in the cornfield. Only found his channel a few days ago and can’t get enough of his videos.

[@yvonnepetty3400]

Hi. Jessica. I started watching Ron from the beginning when he first started. He is so interesting, & amazing videos. Enjoy. I live in Africa.😃🐘

[@unhiddenhistory]

I love FOF. Great channel!

[@statusdisarray9598]

This is such a great channel and THIS is one of the most interesting cases to me because of the locations thank you!

[@BriefCaseOfficial]

Thankyou

[@reneedennis2011]

Thank you for another great video! You added some information that I didn't know about. This case was profiled on Deadly Women and Infamous Murders!

[@jessicafain6630]

Although I've heard this story many times, you tell it the best! Thank you, Mr. Case. 😁

[@BriefCaseOfficial]

Thankyou :)

[@londonsage8696]

I can’t believe they were never caught back in those days they usually would catch almost every outlaw or murderer I guess these people are just too clever They were crazy for killing and especially killing a baby I just don’t understand how to posse plus a large reward never caught them I’ve heard the story several times thank you for sharing this in a little bit more detail have a great week and looking forward to next Monday

[@lisageiger9841]

The killing of the baby got to me. Especially when they said the poor soul was buried alive. If they weren't a special kind of twisted before thos they surely had to be so used to it that they last their conscience. If they ever had one. Absolutely disgusting.

[@mirandagoldstine8548]

Yeah. I think they are suffering in Helheim now. Pretty fitting for killers of a child.

[@freedapeeple4049]

"back in those days they usually would catch almost every outlaw or murderer" Huh? That could not be further from the truth.

[@marymcintosh4406]

You’ve been led astray by propaganda. Most crimes were not solved in those days. They just greatly advertise the ones that they did

[@evelynzlon9492]

During the Dark Ages, newly constructed churches were often consecrated by burying homeless children alive on the grounds. I'm really not surprised that a so-called family of religious fundamentalists used the same horrifying method of torture and murder against an innocent baby. She obviously wasn't homeless, but she was in a similarly vulnerable position at that moment.

[@DiniD]

Yes! I have been waiting for this! Thank you 💕

[@BriefCaseOfficial]

Hope you like it!

[@noneyourbiz8886]

Hey BC, thanks for another quality video! I’ve been a fan since day 1 and I’m super excited to see how big your subscriber number has gotten. Congrats mate! 💚🖤💚🖤

[@BriefCaseOfficial]

Thankyou so much, I do remember as you have such a great YT name :)

[@noneyourbiz8886]

@@BriefCaseOfficial Thanks!! That just made my day 😁

[@susanfitzgerald8299]

Another brilliant story, I've heard of the Benders but your telling of this was much better. Thankyou BC x

[@BriefCaseOfficial]

Thanks Susan :)

[@LucienSabre]

One of my favorite “old west” mysteries + Brief Case = 🤩🤩😍😍

[@juliesnider7840]

Thanks BC! Your videos always make Monday's better!

[@BriefCaseOfficial]

Thanks Julie

[@jenniferryersejones9876]

Nasty, fascinating bunch! Thanks, BC.

[@TrineDaely]

That's the first game sponsor on any channel that actually looks interesting to me. Thanks for doing a story on the "Benders."

[@katw.6519]

Always was fascinated with this story!!! I remember hearing there is a museum near the site; also, it was pretty much confirmed John & Kate were actually married/a couple from evidence found in the Family Bible left behind.

[@mjrchapin]

Back in the day, people didn't carry ID, had no way to communicate quickly, had to carry cash and had no way to know what inn or house was a safe place to stay

[@stephanieannmorris4625]

I have been so addicted to this channel since I came upon it. I get so excited when there’s a new video!!

[@BriefCaseOfficial]

Thankyou :)

[@stephanieannmorris4625]

@@BriefCaseOfficial aww that’s the first time anyone has ever replied. Thank you so much!

[@BriefCaseOfficial]

Really, that seems a bit strange, anyway its always nice to recieve comments from viewers :)

[@madgary5827]

Always enjoyable and thank you and I like this video :-)

[@mustbetheSUN]

This one truly was folklore in the making! I'm from the other side of the world but I could see some people still going "if you ever get lost around these parts and you suddenly see a small inn with an orchard, never ackowledge its presence/leave your valuables on the floor/something something like that".

[@mikeedwards2384]

Another great case this one however had an uneasy ending I hate the thought that they may have went on living their lives out . Thanks Brief Case

[@zachmonroe1936]

So glad I found this channel!!

[@BriefCaseOfficial]

Thankyou :)

[@annalisette5897]

This is the best presentation of the case I have ever seen. Thanks!

[@BriefCaseOfficial]

Wow thanks Anna :)

[@ashleydavis1937]

This is the best part of every Monday. But I cant believe I've never heard of this case!

[@peaceworld5393]

Thank you BC ! Have a Wonderful Week! ☮️🐝safe 🌻

[@BriefCaseOfficial]

Thankyou You too

[@thejudgmentalcat]

Hi Peace! Hope you have a wonderful week 😊 🌻

[@peaceworld5393]

@@thejudgmentalcat Hi JudgementalCat 🌻 Thank you 🌺. Getting some rain much needed in my part of Texas! Happy Spring and you have a great week also !☮️🐝safe 🌸

[@charlesclager6808]

Although I have heard of this tale previously, you supplied some details I have not heard. good video, as is usual. thanks.

[@BriefCaseOfficial]

Thanks Charles

[@aliencat11]

I'm familiar with this story, but this is the best telling of it. Thank you!!!

[@BriefCaseOfficial]

Thankyou so much :)

[@FaQue365]

I grew up in Cherryvale. They have a small museum there. They have quite a bit of binder exhibits.

[@AngelaStanley-d1o]

I grew up in Buffalo Kansas and we heard about it in School and I went to the museum in Cherryville years ago. It was fascinating.

[@ahuddleston6512]

Good afternoon...a little bit late this time but I got here. Eager to watch!

[@resarm5007]

Good morning Brief 💼 Case! 💐🤗 Such a legendary case! Yes I've heard of them. They were a theme in old western movies. Thank you for this case and you did it well...

[@BriefCaseOfficial]

Thankyou

[@alreadyvegan]

@Resa RM - do you know the names of any such movies? Thank you.

[@dereeparker2437]

BC always can’t wait to listen! You never disappoint!!!

[@berenicewaters4096]

Thanks so much for this interesting story of the wild west where this criminal family operated. I have never heard about it. Regards from Mexico!

[@BriefCaseOfficial]

Thanks Berenice I hope all is good with you :)

[@hilltopperchick]

Yay! I was hoping you would do a story on them!

[@davidp.5598]

Thanks BC. I had heard of the Benders, but never in such detail. Great job, by you, Well researched!

[@dennismitchell5414]

Not too long ago another youtuber covered this story and said that The Little House on the prairie ( the Ingalls ) family stayed outside on the Bender sleeping in their wagon because they didn't have the money for inside accommodations and luckily for them they dodged a hammer . There was also an episode of the TV Western " The Big Valley " based on this story .

[@Kealthas1974]

Interesting & fascinating video. Excellent work! 👍🏻

[@Samanthajustinapoliti]

Hi 👋 BC, Very famous case I am glad you covered it because I like your narration of the case as many books and people leave a lot out I always learn something new on here look forward to many more have a great 😊 week and thank you 🙏 for covering this, I always wondered what happened to them.

[@unicorn4031]

I found a new book at the bookstore at the today about the Benders called Hell’s Half-Acre by Susan Jonusas. It looks very good and I will start reading it later. Also Brief Case, you really should do the serial killer Belle Gunness.

[@BriefCaseOfficial]

Yes I know the case but it has been covered quite a bit by many amazing channels

[@ericcampbell6261]

Excellent story. Makes you wonder just how many family lines ended out on the desolate endless prairies possibly attributed to Indian attacks, merciless natural environment or downright mystery.

[@SueGirling68]

Thank you for sharing, much love. xx ❤

[@stonelingo1381]

Thank you Brief Case for letting us know that there's movies about the.Benders..i always wondered about that

[@alesiahowington5507]

Thank you for the video!!!!

[@meganlopezsevillo9075]

much love from Philippines 🇵🇭❤️

[@hkbabel]

Thank you, BC! Have a great week, and Happy Spring!

[@BriefCaseOfficial]

Thanks Holly, You too!

[@amarsuleman401]

A really interesting case. Some people are very twisted and in this case the whole family. How can people be so evil. It doesn't matter how busy I am I always take time out to watch your new uploads. Thank you for your uploads. Keep up the good work and try and upload 2 a week Monday and Thursday. 😉

[@BriefCaseOfficial]

Thanks so good of you, thanks :)

[@dylanraewulf4272]

Brilliant as usual!