Book · 2019 · True Crime
The Lazarus Files
A Cold Case Investigation
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In his book, The Lazarus Files, author Matthew McGuff reports that Nells early on tried repeatedly to raise the possibility of John's ex and her involvement to no avail.
Megyn Kelly · The Megyn Kelly Show · Sep 2026 Why people recommend it
The Lazarus Files by Matthew McGough is a true crime investigation into a complex murder case and the systemic failures surrounding it. Megyn Kelly discussed the book across multiple episodes of The Megyn Kelly Show in September 2026, using its reporting to detail the early investigation into the murder of Sherri Rasmussen. Kelly noted that, according to the author, Nells Rasmussen repeatedly tried to direct police attention toward John's ex-girlfriend early in the case, but those efforts were repeatedly ignored by authorities. Bringing up the book during a discussion on the police file, Kelly also highlighted a meeting between the Rasmussen family and detective Steve Fisk in the 1990s, where Fisk reportedly stated there was no point in running DNA evidence without a suspect. By drawing directly from McGough's extensive research, Kelly illustrated the frustrating investigative roadblocks and missed opportunities that allowed the tragic case to remain unresolved for years. The detailed narrative served as a cornerstone for the podcast's deep dive into police procedures, institutional oversight, and the persistent fight for truth by a grieving family seeking justice.
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Megyn Kelly In his book, The Lazarus Files, author Matthew McGuff reports that Nells early on tried repeatedly to raise… 3
“In his book, The Lazarus Files, author Matthew McGuff reports that Nells early on tried repeatedly to raise the possibility of John's ex and her involvement to no avail.”
“According to Matthew McGuff's book on the case, Fisk says, "There is no point in running DNA without a suspect."”
“In his book, The Lazarus reports that Nells early on tried repeatedly to raise the possibility of John's ex and her involvement to no avail.”