Joe Bova was a man living the good life. He was married with a good job and a prominent position in his local union. He was well liked by everyone including neighbors, coworkers, fellow union members, members of his church, and the community of Merrillville, Indiana at large. One cool September morning however. A large explosion would rock the streets of Merrillville, shattering the quiet peace of the predawn hours. A neighbor would investigate the source of the explosion to find a burning vehicle, and outside of it would be Joe Bova. This is Midwest Mystery Files, Episode 34, The Murder of Joe Bova.
Herald Times Article: https://www.heraldtimesonline.com/story/news/2021/05/16/w-indiana-labor-officials-1989-bombing-death-still-mystery/46069913/
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Midwest Mystery Files is produced, written, recorded, and edited by Jeremiah Baustian. Licensing for "Evil Rising" granted via Fesliyan Studios https://www.fesliyanstudios.com/license/?id=49f9b059-179f-4d66-9120-c22aae817005
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