The Postmaster's Double Life: Murder in Marion

In 1997, the small town of Marion, Iowa was shaken when their trusted postmaster of 30 years was revealed to be behind a string of local robberies and the murder of a young clerk. The episode explores how Tom Anderson maintained his respected position while orchestrating crimes, the intricate web of small-town relationships that helped conceal his activities, and the chance discovery that finally exposed his double life. We examine how the town's close-knit nature actually helped Anderson avoid suspicion for years, and the lasting impact his betrayal had on the community's trust.