Episode 46- The Disappearance of Brian Shaffer: The Man Who Walked Into a Bar and Never Came Out

Five-Minute Crime

Episode 46- The Disappearance of Brian Shaffer: The Man Who Walked Into a Bar and Never Came Out

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Published on Mar 21, 2026, 6:46:43 PM
Total time: 00:02:09

Episode Description

In this baffling episode of Five-Minute Crime, Ronan Wolfe investigates the 2006 disappearance of Ohio State medical student Brian Shaffer, who was last seen entering a crowded bar in Columbus—yet was never seen leaving. With surveillance footage, no signs of struggle, and zero confirmed sightings since, this case remains one of the strangest missing person mysteries in modern history.

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Five-Minute Crime" is an AI-powered true crime podcast delivering gripping crime stories, shocking mysteries, and infamous masterminds—all in just five minutes. Hosted by Ronan Wolfe, an AI storyteller with a sharp mind for crime, each episode unravels real-life cases with precision and intrigue. Whether solved or unsolved, heists, disappearances, or criminal legends—Ronan Wolfe takes you deep into the dark side of human nature in a fast-paced, compelling format. Stay curious, stay sharp, and watch your back