The Hunt for James Dale Ritchie

[@annefrankenstein9290]

i remember when Mike only had the red shirt and the blue plaid shirt...now hes got a whole wardrobe. so proud of how far you've come!

[@indi3066]

Must be making a lot of money on youtube, 😂

[@Horrorblonde]

Yes I remember lol

[@prcornbread214]

Im just happy he stopped the moustache...but i love his channel

[@scottierasberry4449]

Now he's got the same shirt as Pickton! 😅

[@joannakneafsey1964]

😄❤️

[@dupeesfashionconsultant4204]

Tall guy with long hair and a camo jacket. Those are the best leads...that narrows it down to the entire male population of alaska!

[@karinatrujillo8437]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@marquisfelder3170]

i like how you know we black people not fucking with alaska lol

[@visioneerone]

that description also covers about a fifth of anchorages female population

[@lauriewagar977]

@@visioneerone 🤣🤣🤣

[@michaelwhite2823]

I think that one guy was shot for his hairdo.

[@Alycornz]

When Ritchie made that quick turn-around back to the cop car, that gave me chills-

[@heatherlee749]

Me too!

[@deniserossiter1059]

Me tree!!

[@AleksandarIvanov69]

Crazy behavior deserving of those bullets. I bet in that instant the police officer already had his gun unholstered.

[@ladylyrichere9373]

I thought he was doing what women are told. If a vehicle is following you, turn around and walk the other way.

[@lynnwilliams8295]

Me as well. It was almost robotic how he just turned. I can’t imagine what was going through that officers mind when he did that because he knew he darn sure wasn’t coming over to have a chat. I’m so happy the officer survived.

[@faythcarter522]

I grew up with Brianna Foisy in the foster system. Losing her killed me and a lot of other girls who shared time and memories with her. Watching this today brought me some peace. Some closure. Thank you for sharing her story and bringing light to an incredible human 💗 may she rest in peace

[@BCM1959]

Sorry that you lost a friend. Hope you are doing well with life.

[@Lissa11638]

So sorry for your loss! 🙏💗🙏💗🙏💗

[@lisasmith767]

Sorry for your loss❤️

[@TheBr00talhamster]

Terribly sorry for your loss. Hope you're well.

[@faythcarter522]

@@TheBr00talhamster Today is actually Briannas birthday, I'm thankful for your comment today and that people still see her story even as of today 💗

[@Horseluvver]

'...he somehow escaped to mexic- who am I kiddin they riddled him.' Closest I've come to laughing today.

[@VanillaMacaron551]

that was brilliant Mike

[@tl5399]

It was the, "talkin' 4:30 a.m - hour of the wolf.... is it?" for me

[@ErinGmrsb00tybaby80]

I lived in Anchorage during this time and I know Treyveons family. His father knew the killer and had grown up with the guy. This monster terrorized Anchorage until he died. Just like Israel Keyes. There were also 2 other people killed at the bluff at this time, but weren't sure if this guy was involved. Thank you for covering this Mike.

[@kathleenmuchka2559]

Israel Keyes is another one they think had multiple kills throughout the nation. Kill kits planted all over. He was so coldblooded. Sorry you had to live under those conditions.

[@pamelahinchee8012]

I was there too during this time. It's crazy watching the video footage and knowing EXACTLY where they are.

[@Anders-y5z]

Cool story on how you barely relate.

[@jenniferk9004]

As an Alaskan, it warmed my heart to hear Mike say “Lower 48”. You’re an honorary Alaskan now.

[@Magical_Thinking]

Same here! How the heck did he know to call it that? I wrote to him suggesting that he cover a double murder in my hometown of Sitka. The story twists and turns, killer got away with it for years, later got in an accident and became a paraplegic, then a stroke of luck and forensics proved his guilt. He was just about to get arrested and then drove his motorized wheelchair off the end of the Alaska Marine Highway dock and committed suicide. Stories like that only happens in small towns!

[@MouseRata]

@@Magical_Thinking I would love Mike to cover that story. Just from what you shared it sounds pretty crazy and interesting!

[@SuperNuclearUnicorn]

@@Magical_Thinking I'm Aussie and feel like I've heard the term before so maybe he just picked it up somewhere on the internet lol. Also might be a dumb question, but there are 50 states and Alaska is the furthest up so how come it's the lower 48 and not 49? Are we not counting Hawaii? Or do Alaskans have a beef with Ohioans and refuse to count Ohio as a state? Side note, driving your wheelchair off a pier to commit suicide is the most morbidly hilarious thing I've ever heard

[@pilar9247]

@@SuperNuclearUnicorn it's the lower 48 because it's in reference to the 48 states that are not separated from each other by a body of water. Alaska and Hawaii are separated from the rest of the states.

[@nickialaskanyogi]

Yep! Family is 5th generation Alaskans! Kennocot mine ancestors.

[@skrappyjon2019]

Really glad to see the officer survived. Also: getting hit 4 times and returning fire... what an absolute beast!

[@fuckfannyfiddlefart]

Letting a man who fits the description of a serial shooter approach the car when acting so GUILTY was MORONIC.

[@madsdee7803]

The cold helped him fortunately. I was happy to hear he survived too.

[@bushiido8494]

The cop was pulling him over for running from a cab without paying, not a serial killer, so might want to retract your statement there buddyo.

[@dreamjayme11]

Can’t tell you how happy I was to see that Officer Salau survived. ❤️ Terribly sad about those who did not. 💔

[@jamesnewbury6354]

me too n fuggin I don't even really like bacon all that much nzaahhh

[@parsleypalace3272]

Me too

[@davidhollenshead4892]

Same here

[@pfanzers]

bruh fr when i saw him my face was like wuuhhhh

[@stevenwatson7668]

Wasn't that something, He's guarding angel 😇 was with him that fateful morning

[@taison5]

The relief I felt when that clip of Officer Selao saying he was doing alright came up was absolutely second to none.

[@Autumn_Forest_]

Yep, that was the absolute best part!

[@fredajordan5704]

So very true.

[@keatonscreations]

Same here!! I actually gasped because I was so surprised!

[@2centsam927]

Not very many people stop four rounds from a 357 mag and live to tell about it. Glad this fellow pulled through.

[@rafetizer]

A real-life Bullet-Tooth Tony.

[@emperornero2902]

This is why I carry a .44 mag with 300 grain bear loads. I hope I never have to use it but I can rest assured knowing there's only going to be one side to that story

[@doclewis8927]

I'm impressed how accurate the teenage girls were with their description. They did an awesome job. The police really should've released that when they first got it.

[@MENTION-IT-ALL]

Hello hindsight

[@necrohero0]

@@cellblocknine5385 huh?

[@jediknight1294]

@@Vorniforous though its a good identikit the description isn't that useful and you really don't want to have someone you're looking for change their haircut, jacket and MO.

[@toldyaso13]

I thought it was a terrible composite, looked nothing like him.

[@kraftpunk5947]

I didn't think anyone under 20 was capable of describing something either, Doc McStuffins

[@ayeshacooper7778]

I'm so glad Salau survived, what an amazing man.

[@Foralltosee1623]

Fucking Salau was MVP, got shot four times got out of the car and brought down a monster

[@cellblocknine5385]

He's aight.

[@sirwhodison]

Respect to Mike I can't imagine how much work it takes to make these videos. To find the footage, the facts, the investigation documents, witnesses, etc. Thanks for everything you do brotha.

[@jdsamoylo]

Yea it’s insane how he’s able to get these type of videos out twice a week.

[@duzted]

A good team will do that

[@aimeem]

@@duzted Putting together and managing a good team is a skill all by itself.

[@tasteslikepennies2549]

And all that time to pick out a shirt!

[@NYUMIR]

Maybe it’s obviously a team of people and not just one person

[@SunniAli24]

I got my grandpa listing to this channel!!!!! we use to Love reading together but since he’s in his 70’s his eyes aren’t that great so our new things is audible books, and we love true crime ! He has KZbin on his ipad and I have it set up so he just has to hit the notifications to listen to the newest video. BIG THANKS from my and my grandpa. Ps, he’s in Utah right now and I’m in Washington so this nice to watch the video and call him and discuss it with him 💗🥰💗

[@folkloreofbeing]

Do you like the Sherlock Holmes stories and Victorian ghost stories? Because I can recommended a few excellent audiobook channels. x

[@Cwn41]

Love this!

[@danielleparker1941]

Stephanie harlow is another great channel for true crime! She gives very thorough details as well, great for someone who’s just listening. I have her on in the background when doing chores and I never feel like I’m missing parts of the story because I’m not looking at the video.

[@VenusDeMilitant]

Have him check out Bailey Sarian doing Murder Mystery and Make up Mondays. Believe me he'll thank you for it.

[@WorkoutintoThe5D]

Ow sweet 🥰🥰💜💜

[@amikeller169]

Your intro's are the best reason to watch That Chapter, that and my morbid nature combined with a very dark humor, dashed with a love for accents especially brogues... Mike and this channel are my only reason for smiling lately. Thank you Mike!

[@stijnvanpelt5240]

Hope you've found some other reasons to smile during the past half year! Stay strong!

[@nicolen.4514]

I'm including a note in my will that if I'm murdered, Mike has to do a video about me.

[@ernestoporras-polo5872]

That was a good one 😂😂😂Mike rocks

[@colleenlally-ross7105]

Awesome comment, just make sure you leave some super cute pictures of yourself w a note to Mike " use these ones please ❤

[@nicolen.4514]

@@colleenlally-ross7105 that's a wonderful idea!

[@gregbors8364]

Well, let’s hope that happens, then! (Joke, obviously)

[@lucbelcher7256]

Yes!

[@TheHogfatherInvades]

I want to take a moment to appreciate that getting out of your car to return fire after being shot 4 times isn't something just anyone can do

[@MoreBrainz]

Especially getting hit buy 357 magnum rounds

[@kfshman]

Police cars should be bullet proof.

[@pamelahinchee8012]

I know, pretty Bad Ass!

[@Wazupu]

@@kfshman That would make absolutely no difference in this situation. Not even gonna try to explain.

[@tootime2]

For sure. Dude is a beast.

[@venice3458]

So sorry for all Ritchie's victims; what a callous waste of lives by someone who'd clearly wasted his own.

[@whitedragoness23]

And he keeps being a waste by taking out people who mattered

[@novice5895]

Oh! When I saw Aaron Salau’s face in the hospital, I broke out in a big smile! He lived! So wonderful🥰.

[@tinawindham6958]

You can’t kill twisted blue steel ✌️

[@maroone124]

Deforestation runs rampant these days, so it's really nice to see how many Trees Mike has planted in this episode for us

[@shivasgirl1609]

Ah yes, but you're forgetting the turds. Maybe because you can't see the turds for the trees?

[@quintork4100]

mike might be barking mad but he knows his roots we should all take a leaf from his book and branch out !

[@shivasgirl1609]

@@GossipIsSlander Yes, it would seem so. Fertilizer is the foundation for a favorable forest fir sure, lol!

[@shivasgirl1609]

@@quintork4100 Lol, yes, good (& witty) advice. However, "barking mad" belongs to Stephen Port, who's case was covered by our man, Mike, 9 months ago (but who's counting & keeping track??). Oh, how I bitterly rue & regret the day, a few years ago, when I happened upon our man Mike, & like a crazy barking mad woman binge raced my way through each & every last one of his videos, leaving me a hopeless addict, angry & impatient all the time until the magic hours of Tuesdays & Fridays at 3pm. Eastern roll around.

[@crangus00]

The production level that exists in this show rivals mainstream studios. Truly incredible your work is amazing 👏

[@kingping3933]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@annetteloquercio3174]

Totalllllly !!!! Luvvvvvvvv ALLLLLL responsible for quality& content !!!

[@nuckinfuts7610]

Yes indeedy. Not to mention the level of research and his attention for detail, all of which is delivered with dependable accuracy. Another rarity that's worth mentioning is his integrity. The more that Mike's success grows, the more he remains humble. That almost never happens in this particular environment. The guy's a class act, and I'm thankful for his a$$.

[@dickdiamonds3410]

Almost like he has an editing team responsible for creating ad revenue...

[@brandyrichard6001]

Agreed

[@mervviscious]

I like the way you make the victims humanity come out. The first girl killed telling of her hard life and showing her more personable side, her love of singing.. it made me tear up..

[@zarasbazaar]

Right? A lot of people would have just referred to her as a homeless drug addict instead of a person.

[@Jayman345JK]

Its very hard to really "care" about someone, that you never knew, who was killed. Obviously you think "Oh wow thats so sad" but its hard to really grasp the gravity of the situation when you arent directly affected. Its really nice that he puts in those little tidbits about the victims so you can see their humanity.

[@heathernikki5734]

😭😭

[@WobblesandBean]

And yet so many people dismiss her as trash, just because she's homeless.

[@mervviscious]

@@WobblesandBean not me.. I've been homeless..

[@joannadechenne6368]

When he turned around and started towards that (amazing & brave) officer... total chills.

[@MrJizzleFizz]

Mike - "It began on de turd of July" Me - "Awww shit here we go again"

[@mariannecontrino6297]

"Awww SHIT".....I see what you did there. 🤣

[@rusty1187]

"Let's give it a gooo..."

[@yukiefromoz2573]

@@rusty1187 Ya mean "Let's give it a poo.."

[@selamwondwossen5818]

Shyte* lol

[@theeradiantgoddess]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣😭

[@kelligray1848]

Alaskan here. I remember this guy. We all prayed so hard for that young officer. It was a hard year all the summer around.

[@hellokittyhelloili]

@Borat Margaret Sagdiyev jr. Borat um????

[@DottieMinerva]

@@hellokittyhelloili they’re trolling the entire comment section. Lonely person desperate for attention.

[@Tailstraw_xD]

I lived at the Backpacker's Annex when he shot the cop. Scary shit, man.

[@cortney3798]

@Borat Margaret Sagdiyev jr. Borat where’s your profile pic boo?

[@complicatedcelery4781]

My favorite part of the week... besides Tuesday.

[@torlasauraus]

Mike is literally the best true crime storyteller on KZbin. I love that he shows actual footage, photos, voice recordings. I found him about a month and a half ago and have been hooked ever since. Keep up the great work Mike!

[@Lark921]

Tuesday’s and Fridays are dedicated to Mike and givin it a goo

[@danielueblacker9118]

Three times I agree with you.

[@christinsongbird]

@@danielueblacker9118 it’s tree

[@mickeymousewithouttheclubh6584]

@@danielueblacker9118 *Tree Get it right, Daniel.

[@PROD1_2]

@@mickeymousewithouttheclubh6584 it's the tird of June

[@mickeymousewithouttheclubh6584]

@@PROD1_2 *turd

[@1NcognitoXx]

When the video came on of the officer sitting up saying he was doing good that felt pretty good...

[@tabby73]

It made me tear up

[@gothamgirl]

I was really hoping he was alright! Made me grin seeing him

[@NewscasterNews4]

Same I thought for sure he was dead.....thank god he pulled through

[@sherrythompson2035]

When the screen goes dark...Im like ' Come back to me Mike'...then the officer came on..RELEIF. EVERYTIME the screen goes dark...im say'in.. ." Come back to me Mike". I tink I luv Mike.

[@1NcognitoXx]

@@sherrythompson2035 Isn't it a sad feeling when the acoustic guitar comes on and you hear "thank you for watching" 😔

[@chaseboen2448]

Mike has such a fun and pleasant personality that he can make the worst story nice to hear. You rock mike!

[@fredajordan5704]

Chase Boen : So very true.

[@ryanlueras4594]

Give him money

[@jeannineroberton4019]

Brave, courageous officer, glad you've pulled through. Thank you for all of you and your servie.

[@laurenleeonethree]

Anchorage Police: "The whole serial killer thing is speculation." Also Anchorage Police: "AYYYY, WE KILLED THAT SERIAL KILLER!!!"

[@Ekolishift]

He was a Keyes Suspect

[@epowell4211]

We don't have the full story, but from the press conference clip it seemed like, as long as homeless/drug addicts were getting killed, they were like, "Um, y'all be careful out there all right? Might be something going on..." That cop didn't seem too concerned at all, but when he made the announcement after a fellow cop was shot, he was much more upset/concerned - maybe because he realized they hadn't done shit to catch the killer and it bit them in the ass.

[@alaskaguyd963]

@@epowell4211 More likely they didn't want to publicly connect the murders for the same reason they didn't release the type of gun used. He would have likely changed weapons and m.o. making him harder to catch.

[@randallflagg3700]

@@alaskaguyd963 - indeed, same reason they didn't release the sketch, in case the murderer decided to get himself a haircut. But who cares, all cops are bastards amirite, they obviously did it out of hatred ^_^

[@sleepful1917]

@Slippy Frog lmao fr

[@DiariesOfaPhOenixRiSinG]

Was not expecting to see that heart warming happy ending for that police officer.... gotta admit it made me tear up. So happy for him, what a miracle.

[@marys3127]

Seems like such a nice man...glad he was okay, too!

[@AbstractTraitorHero]

Eh, hope he quits, police are all pigs simple as, Acab.

[@basternox5990]

@@AbstractTraitorHeroyeah, I hear that a lot. Mostly from trash people.

[@lizhall4473]

"Trash People" ? Really Bas? I guess it takes one to know one - and as you state you know a lot....

[@basternox5990]

@@lizhall4473 I am a bit trashy indeed, so you're right on that one. But I got topped by the people I've met with an acab tattoo (sometimes "only god can judge me" as a bonus). They never gave me the impression of being a good parent, respectful neigbour, contributing citizen. They also prefer certain types of dogs. So if I have to choose between one of those, or a cop, I prefer the cop. And I'm not a fan of cops.

[@ericmoney9734]

When a TC notification pops up... you stop what you're doing and get ready for a great show!

[@ChiefKenn1023]

Every single time lol

[@marandaturner942]

Word!

[@joshuamorgan1878]

Say word son, say word

[@wildechild5]

YESSSSSSS!!! It's one of my guilty pleasures and that's sad cause he doesn't discuss things that are "pleasurable"...but he is so damn charming and funny. When I first found him I couldn't stand him but he kept popping up and then next thing you know I was like a addict...why doesn't he post more often.....why don't he post EVERY DAY? DOESN'T HE KNOW PEOPLE ARE WAITING FOR AN UPLOAD. LOL. Then a few months back he disappeared for a week and I nearly lost my mind. I was so relieved to see him back. We really need personal contact info on him in case he misses an upload.

[@BDXRP11B]

I had to finish Mr. Ballen vid first not gonna lie

[@nancynolan5823]

I lived in Anchorage while this was happening. It was a frightening time. IMO the cops were slow to take this serial killer seriously because most of his victims were homeless. Finding and stopping this murderer was definitely a fluke on the ADP’s part. I am sincerely grateful to the cops that shot and killed Ritchie a block from my apartment downtown.

[@TheQueenOfSheba]

I noticed that. They didn’t seem to care that much.

[@salineaddict9850]

🤦🏼‍♂️ “Slow” lol some of y’all just expect perfection. What are they supposed to do? These murders happened in pretty much the middle of nowhere. They were doing their job, your expectations are unrealistic.

[@pakde8002]

If the cop had died you can bet your last red cent they'd have been all over the case. Either they didn't even bother to run ballistics on the bullets from the homeless cases or they're just completely incompetent. Serves them right the last victim was one if their own. Sadly homeless people aren't issued bullet proof vests

[@digits489]

​@@salineaddict9850they happened in the most populated big city in Alaska.... Believe me, we knew about them. The public knew they were connected.... Police and media kept denying it.

[@ckramer71]

Mike is so fun to watch. He can spin a tale like no other.

[@crillzburydoughboy3258]

Taking 4 rounds from a .357 magnum at close range and still being able to get out of the car and return fire is really impressive, body armor or not. That inuit blood must run strong 💪🏽.

[@Alex38369]

Well .38 special. But still impressive.

[@vacheriedevacherie1959]

Innu.

[@Snakefinger1000]

You really let us sweat it out about Officer Salau surviving yah bugger.

[@MrGrace]

Seriously! I was so sad at first. Im glad he made it 💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿

[@moviemad56]

He sure did, didnt he:?!

[@evanb0869]

It’s shit like that that makes me irritated when people say cops are racist for protecting themselves. Look how easily things can turn to their lives being taken

[@MrGrace]

@@evanb0869 Dont be irritated, bro. There are different situations that happen to police. They aren't all bad and they arent all good. Sometimes good cops make bad decisions. Their job is dangerous, but they signed up for that. They aren't forced to do it, so they accept the risks that come with it. I'm not yelling at you bro, Im just saying that it's a little more complicated than people make it seem.

[@evanb0869]

@@MrGrace yes I agree with you 100%. I just hate this narrative going around that all cops are these racists who go out looking to kill people of color. Just like the cop last week that shot the girl with the knife who was about to kill another girl and all these people started trying to get him fired and calling him a racist and shit. It’s just getting ridiculous at this point how many people think everything has to be black or white

[@Sertaine]

Oi, TY for covering more Anchorage cases. Alaska in general actually. Also, I appreciate you using the saying "lower 48". The way you report genuinely makes it feel like you're a local yourself.

[@Sirizzington]

Mikes work ethic is legendary in itself. The mans ability to continuously put out top notch content is outstanding! Keep it up Mike. Thank you sir.

[@dyangale5438]

100%!

[@fredajordan5704]

Randy Guiterrez : So very true. Mike is unique.

[@Brooklyn0484]

Always 💯🙌

[@brooklynblount3495]

Yes! But I’m sure he has a team now he makes plenty of money and I doubt it’s possible on his own.

[@charlottearmitage1686]

I agree, he's the bomb at this. He's such a cool and original guy

[@Ichneumonxx]

The way he turned around in that footage, almost robotic in fashion, I immediately went "oh no, oh no, oh no..."

[@sandrafaith]

Same, same.

[@Wazupu]

In his mind... “Live free or die hard “.

[@gingersnaptrack9337]

No way were those Richie's first killings in Alaska. Random killings by drifters are the hardest to solve; if they ever are.

[@tarajh]

Isreal Keyes was from Alaska, too. Yikes 👀

[@DressedForDrowning]

Only cue is the gun, which means the rounds.

[@Kattycorner59]

@@tarajhI wonder how many that monster actually killed

[@beaverbob1129]

I've never felt relief like I have when the officer was alive

[@mae1000]

Wow, teared up a little when I saw Aaron survived. It’s always so good to see evil failing to get its way. 💗

[@joncassidy2280]

Facts love.

[@namitales]

This ❤️

[@geena_g3387]

I just want to acknowledge that sketch its on point, looks like the killer sat down and said draw me

[@PinkPurkle]

Hahaha!! yep!!

[@steverw80]

Draw me a bath maybe

[@willbedford8381]

More like "draw me, but draw me as if I were young and attractive" but did look like him

[@66hoodwitch]

Not even close

[@alana1761]

....like one of your French girls...

[@Queen.AnneBoleyn]

Poor Briana...she never had a chance. I'm only 5 minutes in and her singing broke my heart 💔 she didn't deserve this! Okay...I'm going back in guys.

[@clammer23]

Homeless in Alaska sounds miserable. I'd backpack my ass to San Diego.

[@raesayblahzayblahzay]

Riiiiiiight?! I hear igloos can actually be quite toasty, but um, there's something about being surrounded by mounds of snow and evergreens instead of sand dunes and palm tree that just doesn't sound enticing!

[@27McCracken]

Would be quite the difficulty if you don’t have a passport to get through Canada

[@driftinaz3158]

anything is better than california

[@drdelewded]

Much easier to murder people in Alaska though

[@Michelle-ng9db]

Go to San Francisco. They reward homeless folks w $200/night hotel rooms, money, food etc Google it, there was an alcohol allowance and clean needles!!! Almost encouraging these ppl. After Covid, they just go back to the street. Didn't solve a thing. Biden's America :(

[@theoldblood3804]

A three day rotation of shirts is admirable and more importantly acceptable. *EDIT: TREE DAY ROTATION*

[@wyneebrouelette833]

Mikey can wear whatever he likes so long as he continues to release my "fix" every Tuesday and Friday ;) Until next time ... sorry I couldn't resist

[@johnhynes1438]

@@wyneebrouelette833 He probably makes 4 or 5 of these videos in a day. Why change his shirt between vids.

[@PamelaH_HappyVibes]

@@johnhynes1438 - no, actually Mike has been kidnapped and his captors keep all the money they make from the videos. They only allow him a couple of shirts.

[@isabellind1292]

The Old Blood - Aww, LOL!😊😊😊

[@logikylearguments6852]

Tree* day rotation.

[@larrackell]

Bruh, the editing. I was on the edge of my seat wondering about the officer.

[@carrieswank]

The silence, blankness of the screen and that pregnant pause...Had me holding my breath.

[@laurab3876]

I know I thought for sure, he was killed... and upset that he did not protect himself by shooting when the guy did not stop. So happy he did survive.

[@2ndhandSue]

I thought for sure he was dead there on the sidewalk. Then that clip of him in the hospital bed made my head spin - "is this some kind of a bad joke? Showing him when he used to be alive?" Totally befuddled me. And how does a serial killer hit someone with four shots and see them walk away from the scene???"

[@Sandi-ke9mi]

I am so glad the officer survived❣️ I had just started to cry when you showed the clip of him from his hospital bed, happy tears. 🙏🏻🥰❤️

[@jackiemay147]

I hope this channel keeps getting the recognition it deserves. It's my favorite out of all the true crime youtubers I watch.

[@BrewmasterBubbli]

Same! And I introduced my mom to true crime on youtube because she used to enjoy Snapped, she loves Mike too!

[@mistert4533]

Got over a million subscribers so he has got plenty of recognition.

[@jesstheRoswell_BookQueen]

Mine too!!!!

[@johnoneill7947]

Over 1 million subs. I'd call that recognitiom.

[@embratsch3613]

SAME!! He is the only crime youtuber I RELIGIOUSLY follow!! Love.

[@shelleynobleart]

The dash cam footage, all of it you showed, was among the most terrifying things I've ever seen. Thanking God for the outcome.

[@FlameFlickers]

My only thought was, in that situation, when the guy turned around and pulled a gun, I would have swung the steering wheel to the left, slammed on the accelerator and crushed the fucker against the building..

[@HyperSarcasticAvocado]

Mike: A Saturday after the Friday night Me a junior detective: Jots down notes

[@ioana4011]

I am literally out of breath laughing 😂

[@mariannecontrino6297]

Hahaha...that's great!!!

[@brianshissler3263]

Don't forget that the cyclists were cycling! Important info

[@Jillian-Jill]

Tee-Hee-Hee! 😆

[@Chrisyt272]

Lmfao!

[@amycuaresma]

So glad you did this one! I recommended it because I knew you would do it justice. This was a crazy summer for us in Alaska .

[@The_ZeroLine]

When isn’t it crazy in Alaska. It’s like one big serial killer park.

[@amycuaresma]

I don't know, I've lived here all my life. Life in Alaska is pretty low key - we do have higher than an average violent crime - part of that is due to our low population as well as there are many rural communities with no law enforcement .. I live in Anchorage and just like anywhere else in the US, you need be aware of your surroundings and stay away from areas and situations that are dangerous.

[@miniadventureswithmark3309]

Hi Amy! Thanks for getting this one made.😃

[@FugueSt4te]

@@miniadventureswithmark3309 She didn't "get it made".

[@yeetwoodmack4197]

I don’t want to ruin it for anyone who hasn’t watched yet.. but when it cut to Officer Salao in the hospital I audibly cheered like my team won a game winning shot. So glad to see he made it. I was scared there for a minute

[@kathrynellison328]

I can't imagine being homeless let alone being homeless in Alaska

[@carolinerowles5951]

There's a documentary on here about homelessness in anchorage. Lots live in the woods and when the snow melts in spring the police finds quite a few bodies, very sad😞

[@lakryth8741]

Homeless in the cold stinks... it’s how I lost both of my legs a few years ago here in Denver Colorado

[@lillexus5589]

@@lakryth8741 fucked up to hear bro, hope you doing good

[@whatabouttheearth]

I was in Alaska in the Marines, and I have also been homeless for years in California, Missouri, Texas, Louisiana, Tenessee and all over on freight trains....and even I can't imagine being homeless in Alaska.

[@kathrynellison328]

@@lakryth8741 The pain has been excruciating. I'm so sorry. I just had my two big toes frostbitten I can't imagine how painful to legs would have been.

[@blakeblossoms2674]

" . . . my girlfriend's uncle's dog's baby . . ." Got me pretty good 🤣

[@TwoPartyIllusion]

I LOVE Mike's subtle comedy... I've never laughed so much watching true crime! My head might explode 🧠🧨

[@asceticblur]

Officer Salau is a badass. The guy looks like he teaches high school history and children's bible study. Goes to show you never can tell.

[@flyingtentacle7631]

??? the cop who got shot 4 times in the vest? I'm not sure what kind of depressing action movies you've been watching, but ok.

[@asceticblur]

@@flyingtentacle7631 lol r/iamverybadass

[@cats1970]

@@flyingtentacle7631 The bullets broke bones in his lower torso (ie pelvis), went through his intestines and ripped apart his liver. Two 7 hour surgeries and a lot of donated blood saved his life. Even if they _had_ been caught by a vest, do you have any idea what happens to your body? The gun was a .357 Colt, have you seen the bullets it fires? And that at point blanc range? It’s not like a fucking paintball dude. I feel like you’ve only seen it in movies or with single low cal shots. People who get shot in the vest with a common handgun break their ribs and suffer internal bleeding _at best._ Arterial tearing and organ/lung bone penetration at worst. Many people die from vest shots. Let alone unloading a Colt Python from up close. He’s incredibly lucky to be alive.

[@aryas6936]

@@cats1970 well said!

[@ganjaericco]

Honestly, so happy he survived. When I saw his picture on the video before everything happened, it kinda seemed like those pictures you would see from somebody who died. After that dark screen with the music fading out, I smiled when I saw that video of him recovering.

[@amandapowers1312]

Oh my goodness, almost 400 comments in 7 minutes. Do you think mike knows he’s the highlight of our days?

[@Horrorblonde]

Uhhh probably lol

[@thefoxx8552]

He's just so humble 😌 1 mil subs & still the same ol' Mike Oh! ❤

[@mikedefoor8490]

Aggreed!

[@jfazack1]

I check every day for new vids

[@thefoxx8552]

@@jfazack1 he uploads every Tuesday & Friday at 3pm East coast time.

[@boloneyman]

Scariest part of this is that he wasn't even the guy that robbed the taxi, so had he stopped and just chatted with police he could have been sent on his way if they didn't connect him to profile sketch.

[@bigsealfan9579]

Maybe he was paranoid and thought they had him for something else.

[@epowell4211]

wowsers! wonder if he was out hunting for someone else at the time - had the gun, ready to go at it. lucky break

[@effaitch7629]

Think he wanted to shoot him anyway

[@whitedragoness23]

He most likely thought they caught him, often times they panic due to the fact the killer knows what they did and they are guilty

[@Little.Bird.]

The best part about you as a person.. Is you know when telling some cases there is no joking or anything is appropriate..but some you just have fun. Love it.

[@NachoAE360]

The suspense you threw at us with that officer. I was over here crying when you showed he lived.

[@bbwitching]

Your crack me up! Your non-assuming, self-effacing and subtle sarcasm are all spot on. Feels like I am watching with a best friend!

[@kylieh123]

"Just doin it for the craic, they never need a reason!" This is actually very true. And terrifying. Great video as always!

[@lurk7757]

As a loner who stays inside all the time this channel makes me super scared to ever leave my house just for a friendly walk or something

[@VisionClearly]

Enjoy the outdoors, it is good for your soul and mind.

[@drfrankendoodle]

God the image of that man suddenly turning around and walking towards the officer was haunting. You know what’s coming and want with all your heart to tell the officer to run. So sad. Edit: oh thank god he lived 😭

[@Gizziiusa]

Well, if it was me as a police officer patrolling the early morning hours. i'd have my pistol out of its holster and lying within very easy reach. After the second PA order for the pedestrian to stop, and he didnt...i'd have my pistol in hand at the ready. (it would make common sense, given the current situation that a probable serial killer who kills in the early morning hours is still at-large). Once he turned around and didnt stop, i'd already have my pistol trained on him. Not a guarantee that i'd totally win the gunfight, but it would be an extra advantage in my favor as I would most probably get the first shots out as he pulls out his gun/ revolver to engage me. Other advantages include Im wearing a kevalar vest and have a bit of cover via the auto. unless he gets a lucky shot (or if he is a crack shot) to the head, im in a much more advantageous situation. The police chief is not totally accurate in his use of the word "ambushed", he was semi-ambushed. Ambushed is being totally surprised by an attacker that "comes out of hiding" to do you/ others harm. This obviously isnt the case.

[@sweeneytodd011]

@@Gizziiusa I'd agree with this, i thought myself after he didn't stop or acknowledge the cop car in any way I'd have been ready for trouble here and I'd have prepared myself like the post above says, my instinct would have been waving flags and ringing bells on that guy walking. Also yes it's not really an ambush, a surprise maybe but i think it's clear there was going to be a problem with this guy after the first time the cop told him to stop and he didn't even acknowledge, you should know there's a problem here, definitely there's something wrong so be careful is what my instinct would be telling me. Glad the cop survived though, took four bullets but still returned fire, fair play to him for that.

[@Thaywood79]

Eh, makes complete sense, but that level of “preparation” is typically reserved for unarmed black men. You know, the typical “I shot him in the back while he was running AWAY from me because I feared for my life!” spiel. 🙄

[@mamiferuD]

he got kind of too close if you ask me. i mean he should know there is a guy with a gun randomly shooting people, damn it. call backup, especially since he did not stop.

[@Sam-go3mb]

@@mamiferuD park further back, or speed off immediately - but it's easy to sit behind a keyboard in hindsight and say this

[@sarajane46321]

You know what I can count on? Two (almost) half hours a week of Mike and his awesomeness. That's two times I know I will be entertained, relaxed, happy. I mean, could life be better? I doubt it.

[@mikew1374]

On top of him, Mr. Ballen, Lights Out Podcast, etc... Your week should be full of awesomeness daily :)

[@bleebleeblahblah]

@@mikew1374 thanks, I'm always looking for more death enthusiast videos.

[@jamesmueller8701]

Usually Mike is the whole, for the best day ... But tonight it is even better Just before i sat down for the evening we bought a boat ... NOW with TC the end of the day is Complete..... (and fishing the upper Colombian River whenever we want ) ""... Old saying ,,, """Two best days of boat ownership, the day you buy it, and the day you sell it""" ... LOL

[@waveril5167]

Mike is like our kid :) He has grown so much :))) We love you, Son :D

[@Momsadventure7]

Lol excellent way to put it we are all super proud

[@Merl1n3]

You clever lad! I love how you presented that the officer survived the ambush! I was getting really sad watching the footage of people there, then a few seconds later gone, never knowing what was coming. Well done!

[@keithdevlin1]

"My girlfriend's uncle's dog's baby told me..." *Puppies CAN often make very persuasive 'arguments'*

[@victoriaholland5252]

This is true 😆

[@991yugioh]

Of course, because dog spelled backwards is god... o_o

[@Milenaiguess]

True, my dog could get me to do anything. Very smart lil woof.

[@PerfectStorm1986]

🤣😂🤣😂

[@EmmaKnightleyNo1]

I pictured more of a horror-film baby with fur.....

[@lkim9634]

This is the first time I've was relieve to hear the cop survive. He seems nice.

[@RustFox]

"Fkin bears, man" cracked me up 🐻

[@b4peace1]

I love how Mike has become much more animated and enthusiastic than he was when he launched this channel! Fun channel, Mike!

[@emmabbyreborns341]

I usually skip over the ads, but as a show of support for Mike, I watch every single one during his vids I appreciate you Mike, and your amazing content.

[@rbarba2751]

Me too!

[@The_Modeling_Underdog]

As the Old Man once mildly put it: "You go to Alaska either to run from the police or... Nevermind. Just that one."

[@youthofyesterdayrecords]

Right, like Jessie Pinkman. 🙂

[@Opomax]

@@youthofyesterdayrecords who the hell is that? I think you are confused, you probably mean Mr. Driscoll.

[@KD-kl4sx]

@@Opomax You are joking aren’t you ? You do know who Jesse Pinkman is ?

[@JimmyMon666]

@@Opomax I thought he would be talking about Maurice from Northern Exposure. I'm showing my age here. I used to like that show.

[@jimschleich8753]

LOL. Know someone (no further identifying information) who did the legger to AK but only stayed gone 6 years. It's SEVEN Kevin! SEVEN YEARS! C'mon man!

[@Redneck.Rembrandt]

"That morning was a Saturday after the Friday night" good one mike lmao

[@2ndhandSue]

That's just in case you had "too much o' the drink" on Friday night and couldn't remember what day came next.

[@mariannecontrino6297]

@@2ndhandSue That's our Mike right there, always looking out for us!!! 🍻🍻🍻🍻🍻📆

[@2ndhandSue]

@@mariannecontrino6297 - what would we do without our weekly dose of Mike?

[@tmarie648]

Your intros are everything, every time!💜 I hope to be old as hell, still watching your magnificent story telling 💜💜

[@megatherion2695]

I'm flabbergasted

[@ChrissyG233]

My third child was born yesterday. So tempted to say “Hello and welcome, my name is Dad”

[@planetsliveinsidethemoon1600]

Damn dude, congrats!!!

[@marys3127]

Congratulations....hope baby and momma are doing well!

[@jaxxo.397]

You should TOTALLY do that. Make sure you videotape it, for posterity!

[@Scratchingforcash]

Hey congratulations 🎊🍾🎉🎈

[@WickedWest512]

CONGRATS 🎊🎉

[@blakepierce9442]

I’ve watched so many of these, that I honestly feel like me and Mike are friends now. What we doing this weekend, Big Dog??

[@Silenceisgolden25]

😂 me too and what new case are we researching

[@blakepierce9442]

@@Silenceisgolden25 😂😂

[@Pussycatwhiskers]

I know right but I do wonder what is on his bottom half.... Just can’t get enough of mike !

[@bums009]

@@Pussycatwhiskers easy there... 👀 🤣

[@mariannecontrino6297]

@@Pussycatwhiskers Watch some of his earliest videos, you'll see a whole different side of our boy, Mike....bottom half and all!!! 👖

[@JJbIrd0608]

I'm soooo happy the officer survived! That just put a huge smile on my face! 😊 Thank you for all your hard work, Mike!

[@MontagZoso]

So glad the police officer survived! Another great episode, thanks Mike!

[@Ligeia_Ravin]

Is it only me or is Mike just getting cuter and cuter with every goo he gives...

[@OriginalWorkOfArt]

No, it isn’t only you.

[@ColdHawk]

It’s the spell of the Irish accent

[@tabby73]

He really does ❤

[@justdeeznuts]

Money does that

[@heatherlee749]

For sure!

[@graysonsargeant]

You come here for case breakdowns, and you stay for Mike. Another great one!

[@kathy51767]

My Friday is now complete. Let's give it a goo!

[@aniao8745]

on the turd of July!

[@robbobbrah8953]

I'm so ready to goo.

[@gratefulgammy6909]

Same here! It was an especially interesting and funny one. If only it could last longer than turdy minutes. Lol! Go Mike!

[@georgedudleysashtray3860]

I wish Mike would give me his goo

[@rengsn4655]

My Saturday :)

[@christiemahon3481]

A bright spot on this video when they showed that cop doing ok!! What a beast! Bless that man and Mike… we all love you!

[@sadheart209]

So happy the officer was okay after all his courage. Oh thank you for all you do for the world, Mike. Love your channel so much.

[@bettytunnell3982]

I vividly remember this all happening. I was so happy the officer survived. We have more than our fair share of murderous crazies up here. I'm glad the dude died. Love TC for covering so many of our stories recently. I have a feeling another one is coming up soon. Lots of people have "disappeared" in the Fairbanks area. Keep your eyes on that one Mike.

[@CielaAnn]

Imagine knowing that a close childhood friend was the one in who took away your pride and joy. My heart breaks for everyone involved. 💔💔

[@juresibenik5281]

Inagine coming to Croatia for visiting purposes , visiting me 🤔

[@batman4452]

I thought the same thing.... that guy was probably so shocked to find out his buddy from high school murdered his son unknowingly for fun..... also, whats up girl, you look fine as hell.

[@johnr797]

So many of the videos on this channel have people saying they would never have suspected the murderer, kind of scary

[@glorygloryholeallelujah]

*”He somehow made it to mexic… I’m just kidding-they fukken riddled him!”* This. This is why we love you. 🤣💗👍

[@SeaBlue1976]

RIP to all those innocent people.I felt especially bad for the first homeless girl with the learning disabilities..Whyyyyy?So sad😥

[@DottieMinerva]

I know, me too. So many of his victims were young with their whole lives ahead of them.

[@SeaBlue1976]

@@DottieMinerva u are so right....My heart goes to the families once again,or the ones that just once loved them....

[@teslagirl1]

Because cowards go for the most vulnerable. For the unarmed. For the helpless.

[@Lisa-yv2hd]

And that young man who was an activist. Probably a vegan. Never wanted to hurt anyone

[@teslagirl1]

@@Lisa-yv2hd I know. But murderers often single out the inoffensive, the harmless, the innocent, the good...because they are a little less likely to be armed.

[@M0oranshi]

Oh my god could you imagine a That Chapter special of over 2 hours or more Yes please

[@maerynboirionnach9869]

I think he should have his own TV show.

[@lyndapierson6338]

rite on. down the rabbit hole we gooooo

[@traciemazoch642]

Pls

[@Bubba__Sawyer]

That's just not the style of That Chapter. You could take any one of the cases Mike covers and extend them to 2 hours or more if you wanted to, but they wouldn't be as engaging or capture/maintain the audience Mike has built up. People have tiny attention spans these days. People already rush to the comments section 5 mins into these videos. He'd lose a massive chunk of his audience with 2 hour videos.

[@maerynboirionnach9869]

@@Bubba__Sawyer 2 hour videos, probably not. But a half hour show would probably do well.

[@Eleanorscatmom]

My gfs uncle's dog's baby told me this was the best channel on KZbin. Turns out they were right.

[@2ndhandSue]

Steph - LOL! You forgot to put a neighbor in there somewhere!

[@batman4452]

So funny I forgot to laugh.

[@Eleanorscatmom]

@@batman4452 You must be with the neighbor.

[@MK-fq4zl]

@@batman4452 sick burn bro

[@annika_panicka]

@@2ndhandSue 7:35 Lol-no neighbor. Steph had it right: _"My girlfriend's uncle's dog's baby..."_ I mean, there prolly was a neighbor involved, but he didn't include him in the rumor mill comment.

[@jonslg240]

Thank God the officer made it. He seems like SUCH a good guy.

[@SPARKLEPANDA4LIFE]

*"We begin on the turd of July"* Of course we do its never the 2nd or the fourth always the turd.

[@DenverSYTV]

And of course “tree teenage girls” happened to be playing outside

[@naomikasz1]

@@DenverSYTV where else can tree girls play if not outside?

[@ratatouille5521]

This comment killed me 💀💀🤣🤣🤣

[@piFFD513]

I am convinced he decides his videos based on the how many times he'll have to say the number 3 😂

[@kimberlymonroy2516]

Where is his accent from?

[@MOONSUN4Life]

I love how Mike kept his intro with the self-cringing faces and all. Brilliant.

[@rhondaclark7939]

Me too... made me lol!

[@fredajordan5704]

So very true.

[@michaelmcgee2026]

The soundtracks Mike uses for these videos never get old.

[@michellerenee5028]

Audio is good too

[@alanbodell2050]

You probably know already, it took me a while to find but 'Silent Partner' by Scapes is one that is brilliant.

[@michaelmcgee2026]

@@alanbodell2050 I didn't know the name of any of the songs actually.

[@serendipity1237]

I was so happy to find out the officer lived…he seemed like such a kind man!

[@Hey___you]

Hey Mike! Sometimes I think you should say "hi" to everyone else, not just to me. 🍀🌲🥔

[@oldbatwit5102]

You? But.... but....

[@tamimartinez390]

He's saying hi to ME!!

[@teslagirl1]

Vous? C'est moi!

[@GuarDeannAngel]

Hey You!