Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
How did a missing LEGO collection worth up to $200,000 spiral into lawsuits, arrests, police corruption allegations, and a nationwide internet firestorm? In this complete investigation, Lauren Matthias breaks down the viral Reckless Ben vs. Bricks & Minifigs saga from beginning to end—covering Bryan Mansell’s missing Star Wars LEGO collection, the role of Bricks & Minifigs, shocking bodycam footage from American Fork Police, accusations of insider relationships, Mormon community connections, civil rights concerns, Coffeezilla’s investigation, and the legal battles now unfolding across multiple states. Was this simply a business dispute fueled by poor recordkeeping, or does the evidence point to something much bigger? From missing LEGO and default judgments to arrests, lawsuits, GoFundMes, and allegations of corruption, this is the complete story everyone is talking about. And by the end of this episode, you may find yourself asking the same question millions of viewers are asking: if this much chaos can happen over LEGO, what happens when the stakes are even higher?
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Lauren Matthias was a television reporter for a decade. She and her husband, Dr. John Matthias, a criminal psychologist, started Hidden True Crime in 2020 with their Season, 'Beyond the Veil,' a psychological deep dive into the doomsday murders of Chad Daybell and Lori Vallow.
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How did a missing LEGO collection worth up to $200,000 spiral into lawsuits, arrests, police corruption allegations, and a nationwide internet firestorm? In this complete investigation, Lauren Matthias breaks down the viral Reckless Ben vs. Bricks & Minifigs saga from beginning to end—covering Bryan Mansell’s missing Star Wars LEGO collection, the role of Bricks & Minifigs, shocking bodycam footage from American Fork Police, accusations of insider relationships, Mormon community connections, civil rights concerns, Coffeezilla’s investigation, and the legal battles now unfolding across multiple states. Was this simply a business dispute fueled by poor recordkeeping, or does the evidence point to something much bigger? From missing LEGO and default judgments to arrests, lawsuits, GoFundMes, and allegations of corruption, this is the complete story everyone is talking about. And by the end of this episode, you may find yourself asking the same question millions of viewers are asking: if this much chaos can happen over LEGO, what happens when the stakes are even higher?
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Beam Dream- Head to Shopbeam.com/TRUECRIME and use code TRUECRIME for up to 35% off
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Lauren Matthias was a television reporter for a decade. She and her husband, Dr. John Matthias, a criminal psychologist, started Hidden True Crime in 2020 with their Season, 'Beyond the Veil,' a psychological deep dive into the doomsday murders of Chad Daybell and Lori Vallow.
What started as a simple conversation at their dinner table became a captivating podcast. Join the dynamic duo of Dr. John Matthias, a forensic psychologist, and Lauren Matthias, an investigative journalist, as they delve into the psychological facets of unthinkable crimes every week. Their unique perspectives and in-depth analysis offer a fresh take on true crime storytelling.
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We're a true crime news channel working to ensure that the public gets the most factual information on the latest crimes.
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@RecklessBen
@Coffeezilla
@thecivilrightslawyer
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