I know I'm odd man out here but I never could get to the point where I thought Brian was murdered either inside or outside the bar or building. I also never thought he committed suicide. I did at one point entertain the idea he was still somewhere in the building but after hearing the podcast not so much anymore. I 100% believe he got out of the building and took off to parts unknown.
Embufum,
How do you believe Brian avoided detection for all these years, and got out in a drunken state without ever being seen again? Do you think that he had help in escaping? How would he avoid all cameras in the city, especially Columbus, which is loaded with them? IF Brian is alive, I think he may have assumed a new identity and is no longer living in the United States. That would be the best way to avoid detection for all of these years. I could see him somewhere off in the Caribbean. If that is the case, I don''t think he will ever be found. Unless someone who helped him spills the beans about where he was, at least back in 2006. Brian may not even look like Brian anymore, perhaps even changing his name.
I think it's unlikely, but it has happened.
Satch