One of two brothers shot outside a Dersch Road home
On September 11, 1999, John Patrick Hauser, age 48, was found dead in Big Bend, California. The area, which is located in Shasta County, is known for its remote and rural setting, and the circumstances surrounding Hauser's death have been described as a homicide. Hauser, who was known as "Pat," was originally from Ida Grove, Iowa, and had moved to California. There are no extensive records of his background or any clear information about the potential motives behind the incident.
The investigation into Hauser's death was complicated by the lack of witnesses and the remoteness of the location. As a result, few details have emerged, and his case remains largely unresolved. Law enforcement has not released significant leads or suspect information, making this case yet another example of the unsolved homicides that occur in rural areas where there may be limited resources and fewer witnesses to assist in investigations.
Big Bend, like many rural communities, has faced challenges related to crime investigation due to its geographical isolation. This has often led to delayed emergency response times and difficulty in gathering evidence. Hauser's homicide is part of a broader set of violent incidents that have occurred over the years in California's more secluded areas, adding to the complexities of solving such cases.
