Aaron Spencer: Hero Dad on Trial

Hidden Killers Podcast

Aaron Spencer’s 14-year-old daughter was abducted by the same man who had already been arrested for sexually abusing her. That man—67-year-old Michael Fosler—was facing 43 felony charges, including rape, grooming, and possession of child pornography. But instead of being held behind bars, Fosler was released on a $5,000 bond.

When Spencer discovered his daughter missing, he did what any parent would do: he went after her. Within minutes, he found her in the predator’s truck. When Fosler refused to stop and then allegedly lunged at him, Spencer opened fire. He saved his daughter’s life.

And now, the state of Arkansas is charging him with murder.

Hero on Trial is a deep-dive true crime series exposing the legal and moral failure behind one of the most infuriating prosecutions in America. Why is a father being treated like a criminal for protecting his child? Why was a known predator allowed to walk free? And why did the court try to silence the public with an illegal gag order?

This podcast unpacks every disturbing detail—from the courtroom maneuvers to the political power plays—raising urgent questions about who our justice system really serves. It’s a story about parental instinct, systemic failure, and a community fighting back against a legal system that got everything backwards.

If saving your child makes you a criminal, what’s left of justice?

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Father Who Saved Daughter From Repeated Predator In Arkansas Is Charged By State
3d ago
Father Who Saved Daughter From Repeated Predator In Arkansas Is Charged By State
Father Who Saved Daughter From Repeated Predator In Arkansas Is Charged By State In a state that claims to protect families and value justice, a father now finds himself facing a murder trial for doing what the courts failed to do: protect his child. Aaron Spencer acted when no one else would—when the predator who had been accused of sexually abusing his 14-year-old daughter was not only released but allegedly came back for her. And for his actions, the state of Arkansas is charging him with second-degree murder. Defense attorney Bob Motta returns to outline why this case matters far beyond one family or one courtroom. In this conversation, we explore how this case has exposed systemic failures—from weak bail policies to baffling prosecutorial decisions. We look at Arkansas’s stand-your-ground and defense-of-others laws, and why they should apply. And we ask the deeper question: is this prosecution about justice—or about protecting a broken system from scrutiny? With public outrage growing and the Arkansas Supreme Court already forced to strike down a sweeping gag order, the spotlight is now on a DA’s office that seems more concerned with silencing criticism than seeking truth. If a predator walks free and a parent gets charged for stepping in, what does that say about the values of the people making these decisions? This episode pulls no punches. The facts are shocking. The implications are terrifying. And if justice doesn’t course-correct soon, it’s not just Aaron Spencer who stands to lose—it’s every family who still believes the system is supposed to protect them. #AaronSpencer #ArkansasJustice #BobMotta #TrueCrimeAlert #ChildSafety #HiddenKillers #FatherVsSystem #SelfDefenseLaw #DAOverreach #PublicOutrage Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
Arkansas DA Is Protecting Child Predators By Prosecuting A Father Who Took Out Daughter’s Attacker
4d ago
Arkansas DA Is Protecting Child Predators By Prosecuting A Father Who Took Out Daughter’s Attacker
Arkansas DA Is Protecting Child Predators By Prosecuting A Father Who Took Out Daughter’s Attacker What happens when the people who are supposed to prosecute predators instead turn their attention to the parents trying to stop them? In this explosive episode, we examine the disturbing implications of the case against Aaron Spencer, the Arkansas father who shot and killed Michael Fosler—the man accused of sexually assaulting and kidnapping his daughter. Defense attorney Bob Motta argues that this isn't just an overreach by prosecutors—it's a betrayal of public trust. Fosler had already been arrested on 43 felony counts including rape, grooming, and child pornography involving Spencer’s 14-year-old daughter. Yet he walked out of jail on a $5,000 bond and went right back to contacting her, ultimately leading to her disappearance the night Spencer tracked down and fatally confronted him. Instead of thanking Spencer for saving his daughter, the Arkansas DA charged him with second-degree murder. Bob breaks down why this prosecution feels less like justice and more like protection for predators. He outlines the legal mechanisms that could—and should—shield Spencer under Arkansas’s self-defense and stand-your-ground laws. And he asks a hard question the state doesn’t seem eager to answer: why are they more invested in punishing a desperate father than preventing the next victim? If you’re angry, you should be. If you’re confused, you’re not alone. This is a case where the system looks broken—and very few seem willing to fix it. #ProtectKidsNotPredators #AaronSpencer #TrueCrimeNews #ArkansasDA #HiddenKillers #BobMotta #StandYourGround #JusticeSystemFailure #ProsecutorialInjustice #ChildProtectionNow Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
OUTRAGE In Arkansas: DA Says Dad Who Saved His Daughter From Predator THEY RELEASED Is Murderer!
5d ago
OUTRAGE In Arkansas: DA Says Dad Who Saved His Daughter From Predator THEY RELEASED Is Murderer!
OUTRAGE In Arkansas: DA Says Dad Who Saved His Daughter From Predator THEY RELEASED Is Murderer! The outrage is real—and it’s growing. In this jaw-dropping installment, defense attorney Bob Motta returns to break down how an Arkansas District Attorney is prosecuting Aaron Spencer, a father who intervened when his teenage daughter was allegedly abducted by a 67-year-old predator the state had already arrested once—and then released. The same man accused of grooming, sexually abusing, and repeatedly contacting Spencer’s daughter was allowed to walk free. And now that father is the one facing trial. We dig deep into the DA’s logic—or lack thereof. Why would prosecutors target the parent trying to stop the cycle of abuse instead of the predator? What message does this send to every other family trying to trust the system? Bob explains how the charges appear to be not just legally misguided, but morally bankrupt. He also details how the facts of the case support a clear legal defense: Aaron Spencer acted in defense of another, as protected under Arkansas law. This episode is a rallying cry. A warning. And a reminder that when justice fails this badly, it’s not just one family at risk—it’s all of us. If Aaron Spencer can be prosecuted under these circumstances, no one who defends a child is safe from becoming the state’s next target. #AaronSpencer #BobMotta #ArkansasDA #HiddenKillers #JusticeFailed #PredatorProtected #TrueCrimeNews #ProsecutorialOverreach #ChildSafety #SelfDefenseLaw Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
Why Is Arkansas Charging A Father Who Saved His Daughter From Kidnapper With Murder?
6d ago
Why Is Arkansas Charging A Father Who Saved His Daughter From Kidnapper With Murder?
Why Is Arkansas Charging A Father Who Saved His Daughter From Kidnapper With Murder? When a 67-year-old predator with a history of sexually abusing a minor walks free on a low bond—and then reoffends—the system is supposed to protect the victim, not punish the parent. But in Arkansas, Aaron Spencer is now facing second-degree murder charges after confronting and fatally shooting Michael Fosler, the man who allegedly abducted and assaulted his 14-year-old daughter. Defense attorney Bob Motta joins us to unpack why the state of Arkansas is going after a father who did what most would consider heroic: saving his child’s life when no one else would. In this episode, we examine the moment everything changed for the Spencer family. We break down the facts of the case, Arkansas’s stand-your-ground and self-defense laws, and the alleged predator’s criminal history. Fosler was facing 43 felony charges related to the sexual abuse and grooming of Spencer’s daughter. Released on a mere $5,000 bond, he continued contacting her, ultimately leading to the confrontation that ended his life. So why is the state treating Spencer like a criminal instead of a parent pushed past his limit? Bob Motta explores the prosecutorial overreach, the legal strategy, and the glaring double standard at play. If justice is supposed to serve the innocent, this case raises serious concerns about whose side the state is really on. #AaronSpencer #ArkansasJustice #BobMotta #HiddenKillers #TrueCrimeTalk #StandYourGround #JusticeForFamilies #ChildPredator #FatherVsSystem #SecondDegreeMurder Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
Aaron Spencer Case: How Arkansas Wants To Lock Up A Hero Father
1w ago
Aaron Spencer Case: How Arkansas Wants To Lock Up A Hero Father
How far can a parent go to protect their child—and when does that line become a crime? In Part 2 of our Aaron Spencer deep dive, we flip the script and step into the defense’s war room. Spencer’s legal team says he acted out of necessity. Prosecutors say it was murder. But the jury? They’re going to have to decide whether this was justifiable force… or personal revenge with deadly consequences. Defense attorney and former prosecutor Eric Faddis returns to explore how this case could—and likely will—play out at trial. What are Spencer’s strongest defenses under Arkansas law? How does the presence of a no-contact order, a prior history of alleged sexual abuse, and the discovery of the victim in Fosler’s truck shape the legal argument? And how dangerous is that reload moment—the one detail that could shift the entire perception of whether this was about protection… or punishment? We also dive into jury strategy: what kind of jurors are likely to sympathize with Spencer? What emotional arguments work—and which could backfire? And what role will the testimony of Spencer’s daughter play in either exonerating him… or sealing his fate? This episode peels back the tactical side of the case. The courtroom chess. The human drama behind the legal filings. Because this isn’t just a question of law—it’s a test of how the justice system handles instinct, trauma, and the deep, terrifying fear that your child might not make it home unless you intervene. This case is far from over—but the battle lines are being drawn. #AaronSpencerCase #SelfDefenseOrMurder #TrueCrimeAnalysis #JusticeForVictims #ParentalInstinct #CriminalDefenseStrategy #ArkansasTrial #EricFaddis #HiddenKillersPodcast #LegalBreakdown Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
How Aaron Spencer Saved His Daughters Life, And Was Charged With Murder
1w ago
How Aaron Spencer Saved His Daughters Life, And Was Charged With Murder
What happens when the justice system fails to protect—and a father takes justice into his own hands? In this gripping first episode, we dive deep into the explosive case of Aaron Spencer, the Arkansas father and decorated military veteran now facing second-degree murder charges for fatally shooting Michael Fosler—a man accused of sexually abusing Spencer’s teenage daughter. Fosler, despite 43 felony charges, was out on bond and allegedly in violation of a no-contact order the night Spencer tracked down his truck and found his daughter inside. Spencer made a split-second choice. Now he’s facing decades behind bars. But was this murder… or justified protection? Joining me is Eric Faddis, former prosecutor and current defense attorney, who breaks down the prosecution’s side of this legal firestorm. We unpack why the State decided to file charges despite overwhelming public support for Spencer, what the second-degree murder charge actually means under Arkansas law, and how prosecutors navigate the high-wire act of pursuing a case that looks like vigilante justice to some—and heroic parenting to others. We also explore the Arkansas Supreme Court’s unprecedented intervention, after a sweeping gag order attempted to seal this case from public view. Spoiler alert: it backfired, big time. This isn’t just a legal breakdown. It’s a wake-up call. Because when victims don’t feel safe and predators walk free, it’s not a question of if someone will take matters into their own hands—it’s when. Don’t miss this opening deep dive into one of the most emotionally charged, morally complex, and legally combustible cases in the country right now. #AaronSpencer #ArkansasJustice #MichaelFosler #TrueCrimePodcast #JusticeSystemFail #SelfDefenseLaw #SecondDegreeMurder #VigilanteJustice #HiddenKillers #EricFaddis Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872
Aaron Spencer and the Shot Heard Across Arkansas: Justice or Justified?
1w ago
Aaron Spencer and the Shot Heard Across Arkansas: Justice or Justified?
What happens when a father takes justice into his own hands—and the legal system turns its sights on him? This full-length episode combines both parts of our deep dive into the high-stakes, emotionally explosive case of Aaron Spencer, the Arkansas veteran and father charged with second-degree murder after fatally shooting Michael Fosler—the man accused of sexually abusing Spencer’s teenage daughter. Despite facing 43 felony counts tied to child sex abuse, Fosler was out on bond. Then, one October night in 2024, Spencer finds his daughter missing—and then finds her in Fosler’s truck. What happens next is fast, violent, and now the subject of national debate: Spencer chases the truck down, runs it off the road, confronts Fosler at gunpoint, and fires. Multiple times. Ending the threat—but launching a legal firestorm. In this episode, I’m joined by Eric Faddis, former prosecutor and criminal defense attorney, for a full-spectrum breakdown. In Part 1, we examine the prosecution’s strategy: why the State moved forward with charges despite overwhelming public support, how the law defines second-degree murder in Arkansas, and what role the Arkansas Supreme Court played after a sweeping gag order tried to shut the case down. In Part 2, we shift to the defense—how Spencer’s legal team will argue self-defense, defense of others, and heat-of-passion. We also tackle the biggest wildcard: the jury. Will they see a man trying to protect his child… or one who went too far? This is more than a trial—it’s a stress test for our justice system. A case where morality, legality, and public outrage are all colliding in real time. #AaronSpencer #TrueCrimePodcast #SelfDefenseCase #ArkansasNews #MichaelFosler #JusticeOrVigilante #SecondDegreeMurder #ParentalProtection #HiddenKillers #EricFaddisBreakdown Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872