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EPISODE · Jul 29, 2025 · 40 MIN

How a Kansas Banker’s Crypto Mistake Became a True Crime Story that Destroyed a Town.

from True Crime Cases You Haven't Heard · host Steve Rhode | Host of the True Crime Podcast

Shan Hanes was a respected Kansas banker who testified before Congress and chaired the state banking association — until a WhatsApp message from crypto scammers led him to embezzle $47 million and destroy his community bank. This unknown true crime case reveals the first documented instance of international pig butchering scams penetrating American financial institutions, told with dignity through court documents and public records. An educational true crime story about institutional trust, community betrayal, and how sophisticated international fraudsters can exploit even banking experts. For more, visit https://truecrimeunheard.com

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