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In May 2017, 43-year-old coal miner Brad McGarry was found shot to death in the basement of his home in Bel Air, Ohio, by his close friend and secret lover, David Kenny. Hosts Mike Ferguson and Mike Gibson examine how investigators quickly unraveled Kenny's shifting alibis, surveillance footage, and cell phone GPS data that placed him at the victim's house during the murder. Prosecutors argued that Kenny, who was married with children, murdered McGarry execution-style because McGarry threatened to expose their years-long affair after Kenny refused to leave his wife. Kenny attempted to claim self-defense at his 2018 trial, arguing that McGarry attacked him with a gun, but was convicted of aggravated murder and sentenced to life in prison without parole.
Mike Ferguson and Mike Gibson welcome listeners, discuss the November timeline, and set the stage for the Brad McGarry case.
Hosts introduce Brad McGarry, a coal miner from Bel Air, Ohio, and outline the circumstances of his fatal shooting in his basement.
The hosts detail Brad’s upbringing in Louisville, Ohio, his openness about being gay, and the challenges he faced in a small‑town environment.
Listeners learn about Brad’s close friends, including Mary Kay Milliken and Dan Ignatius, and how his supportive network shaped his life.
Hosts explore David Kenny’s friendship, secret affair, and the complex dynamics that may have motivated the murder.
The episode recounts how Brad’s body was found by David Kenny and his family, the forensic details of the shooting, and early investigative theories.
The discussion focuses on surveillance footage, GPS data, and David’s shifting statements that undermined his alibi.
Listeners hear the courtroom drama, including the prosecution’s challenge to David’s self‑defense claim and the defense’s attempts to explain the double shooting.
The episode concludes with David’s conviction, sentencing, and reflections on the moral implications of his actions.
The hosts summarize the case, discuss the broader themes of love, betrayal, and justice, and sign off with a final message to listeners.
A Brutal Discovery in Ohiostory
Brad McGarry was found dead in his basement with two gunshot wounds to the back of the head. His close friend David Kenny, who discovered the body alongside his wife and 13-year-old daughter, quickly became the prime suspect.
Execution Style Murderinsight
Investigators determined Brad was shot twice in the back of the head with a 22 caliber weapon. The execution-style nature of the shooting pointed toward a targeted hit rather than a botched robbery.
Surveillance Places Suspect at Scenedata
A neighbor's home security camera captured David Kenny's vehicle arriving at Brad's house at 1:59 PM and leaving at 3:11 PM on the day of the murder, contradicting his initial statements.
Multiple Shifting Storiesstrategy
David Kenny changed his story repeatedly during police questioning, moving from denying he was there to claiming he witnessed an unknown intruder, and finally admitting he shot Brad.
The Self-Defense Claimdebate
David claimed he shot Brad in self-defense after Brad attacked him with a Derringer when told the affair was over. Prosecutors countered that shooting a downed man in the back of the head invalidates self-defense.
Life Without Parole Sentencedata
In February 2018, a jury found David Kenny guilty of aggravated murder with a firearm specification, and he was subsequently sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole.
“Brad was a coal miner from the small village of Bel Air, Ohio. When Brad was shot to death in his basement, investigators uncovered a surprising killer and motive.”
“Brad grew up as an openly gay man in the small village of Louisville, Ohio.”
“Investigators determined that Brad was shot twice in the back of the head. The murder weapon was a 22 caliber gun, which was never found.”
“David admitted to the affair, but claimed that it had been weeks, maybe months, since they were last together.”
In May 2017, 43-year-old Brad McGarry was found shot to death in the basement of his Bellaire, Ohio, home. A well-liked coal miner with a larger-than-life personality, Brad had a wide circle of friends and seemingly no enemies. Investigators initially considered whether his murder was a hate crime or a robbery gone wrong. But as detectives dug deeper into Brad's personal life, they uncovered a secret relationship, hidden betrayals, and a shocking motive for murder. Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss the murder of Brad McGarry. What initially appeared to be a random act of violence quickly became a far more personal investigation. And the truth about what happened to Brad would devastate those closest to him. You can help support the show at patreon.com/truecrimeallthetime Visit the show's website at truecrimeallthetime.com for contact, merchandise, and donation information An Emash Digital production See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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