Shocking Bigfoot Evidence Revealed by Ex-LAPD Detective!
Have you ever wondered what would happen if a veteran police detective turned his investigative eye to dissecting age-old mysteries and the paranormal? Imagine stories normally relegated to internet forums and campfires suddenly given a fresh look with a blend of skepticism, curiosity, and real-world experience. That’s exactly what happens when someone like Mike Rothmiller, a former LAPD detective, explores bizarre phenomena in his investigations, from historic tales of the unexplained to Bigfoot’s infamous footprints. Strap in as we dive deep into the fascinating crossroads of law enforcement and the unknown on the podcast ‘Things Visible and Invisible.’
Bigfoot, Legends, and Laughs: Myths under the Magnifying Glass
For decades, stories of Bigfoot—or Sasquatch, Yeti, or any of the creature’s global namesakes—have captivated curious minds. Hollywood and tabloids have often painted this mysterious figure as an improbable, almost comical giant wandering the deep woods. Yet, despite the skeptics, credible witnesses continue to report strange encounters. Mike Rothmiller approaches these accounts not as folklore, but with a detective’s analytical rigor. He points out that over the years, compelling evidence and testimony have come not only from everyday people but also from respected scientists, professors, and even law enforcement officials themselves.
Mike shares firsthand accounts stretching as far back as the 1800s, noting an intriguing consistency in the descriptions, even among people living in completely different regions and eras. If it were only one or two tales, they could be written off, but when independent reports keep cropping up, often years (and continents) apart, the pattern is difficult to ignore.
Evidence in the Mud: Investigating the Unexplainable
One of the most persuasive elements in Mike’s investigative journey is the physical evidence: tracks deep in the remote wilderness where few humans tread. He cites stories from experienced forestry workers and park rangers—people used to reading the signs of nature—who have encountered tracks and kill sites that defy easy explanation. When knowledgeable witnesses describe finding footprints with enormous stride lengths, or discovering animal remains with broken necks that don’t match known predator behavior, even the most skeptical investigator has to pause.
Mike recalls his own brush with the unexplained: high in the Sierras with an animal documentary producer, he came across massive, bipedal footprint tracks on a snowy mountain. These prints dwarfed his own size 10.5 shoe, with a stride that only an 8-foot-tall creature—or a world-class hoaxer on stilts—could manage. Is it possible that isolated regions of North America, Australia, or the Himalayas hide creatures yet undiscovered by science?
Skepticism Meets Open-Mindedness: The Unwritten Rule of the Paranormal
As a career detective, Mike emphasizes the importance of healthy skepticism. He’s quick to dismiss accounts tainted by inebriation or obvious fabrications, but he also respects consistency and credible witnesses. When well-respected friends recount seeing something unexplainable not once, but unchanged after decades apart, it gives even scientific minds reason to pause. That impartial, open-minded approach is the hallmark of genuine investigation.
It isn’t just North American forests holding onto these secrets. Indigenous tribes of Northern California, Washington, and Oregon have tales, handed down over generations, describing a large, powerful, shy forest dweller. Similarly, stories emerge from the Himalayas and even remote parts of Australia, usually predating mass communication. These similarities hint at the possibility of a worldwide phenomenon—a legend older and broader than any movie could conjure.
The Famous Film and the Anatomy Experts: A Case for Authenticity?
No discussion about Bigfoot is complete without mentioning the famous Patterson-Gimlin film from 1967, purportedly showing a Bigfoot wandering through the woods. While some dismiss it as a costumed prankster, Mike points to the opinions of primate and anatomy experts: the creature's gait, the shifting muscles, and the way sunlight interacts with its hair all suggest something more biological than theatrical. Even these experts, though, admit uncertainty—leaving the film to stand as one of the great Rorschach tests of the paranormal set.
Haunted Hills and Paranormal Tales: Beyond Bigfoot
Mike’s adventures aren’t limited to cryptids. His years in the LAPD have brought him face to face with hauntings and chilling occurrences, like the eerie sighting of a woman on a hill, seen by multiple officers only for her body to be found months later. These tales serve as an important reminder: reality is sometimes stranger than fiction, even in the heart of the city.
Conclusion: Stay Curious and Keep Exploring
So where does this leave us? If a seasoned detective with decades of real-world experience says that some mysteries remain unsolved, perhaps it’s a cue for all of us to keep an open mind. Maybe the truth is out there, just beneath the surface of the things visible and invisible.
If this makes you itch to know more, to seek stories from the shadows of science and the corners of history, you’re in great company. Shows like ‘Things Visible and Invisible’ invite listeners to join the adventure, question the status quo, and embrace the wonders that challenge our understanding. Share your own tales, support ongoing investigations, and, most importantly, remain curious. Because sometimes, the greatest discoveries happen when we’re brave enough to investigate the unknown.
📕 Guest: Mike Rothmiller
Mike is an author, former LAPD detective, and TV producer. He served 10 years with the LAPD, including five undercover with the Organized Crime Intelligence Division. Rothmiller is a New York Times bestselling author, with works such as "L.A. Secret Police" and "True Stories of the Paranormal and Unexplained."
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