October 7, 2020

How the Kidnapping of Exxon’s President Forever Changed Executive Protection

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In this episode

Even in the safest suburbs, high net worth individuals face heightened risks, as exemplified by the 1992 kidnapping of Sidney Reso, President of Exxon International. In this episode, Fred interviews author Philip Jett to uncover the harrowing details of Reso’s abduction, the $18 million ransom demand, and the two-month investigation that followed. Together, they explore the intricacies of this historic case, from the kidnappers’ elaborate logistics to the relentless efforts to solve the crime.

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Taking Mr. Exxon: The Kidnapping of an Oil Giant’s President

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How the Kidnapping of Exxon’s President Forever Changed Executive Protection

What you’ll learn

The chilling details of Sidney Reso’s abduction and the record-breaking ransom demand

Insights into the extensive investigation and challenges faced by law enforcement

How high-profile kidnappings highlight vulnerabilities and risks for high net worth individuals

More about our guest

Philip Jett is a former corporate and tax attorney who represented multinational corporations, CEOs, and celebrities during his nearly 20-year legal career. Known for his expertise in federal tax legislation and advocacy, he also authored legal works cited as authoritative references and spoke at numerous professional conferences. After retiring from law, Jett transitioned to writing, leveraging his investigative and analytical skills to create compelling narrative nonfiction. He is the author of The Death of an Heir and Taking Mr. Exxon, both critically acclaimed true-crime books, and continues to explore historical and true-crime subjects in his ongoing works.

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