Ep 6. The Bizarre Death of Alfred Loewenstein
- July 23, 2021
- 33 min
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BuzzFeed Unsolved: True Crime season 8 episode 6, titled "The Bizarre Death of Alfred Loewenstein," explores the mysterious death of the Belgian financier in 1928. Loewenstein was traveling on a private plane from Paris to Brussels when he vanished during the flight. A search party was eventually sent out and his body was found in a field in France, but what happened to him remains a mystery.
The hosts, Ryan and Shane, dive deep into the case, looking at the various theories surrounding Loewenstein's death. Some believe that he may have jumped from the plane, while others think he was pushed. There are also those who believe that the financier may have faked his own death for financial gain.
To help shed light on the case, the hosts consult with experts in various fields, including aviation and forensics. They also speak with Loewenstein's family members and investigate his business dealings in the months leading up to his death.
Through their investigation, Ryan and Shane attempt to piece together what truly happened to Alfred Loewenstein on that fateful flight. Was it a tragic accident, deliberate murder, or something even more sinister?
As with all episodes of BuzzFeed Unsolved: True Crime, the hosts approach the case with a mix of curiosity, skepticism, and dark humor. Viewers can expect an engaging and thought-provoking exploration of one of history's most mysterious unsolved cases.