Unveiling Jared From Subway: 20 Startling Revelations That Will Leave You Speechless

Summary

Jared Fogle, former Subway spokesperson, was revealed to be a child predator engaged in child pornography and child sex tourism.

Rochelle Herman, a radio host, played a crucial role in revealing Fogle's pedophilic tendencies and meticulously documented their discussions. Despite the presence of incriminating evidence, it was a lengthy process before Fogle faced arrest, but eventually, he received a 15-year prison sentence.

Content Warning: This article contains information about sexual offenses involving minors and children.

The release of the Discovery+ series Jared from Subway: Catching a Monster shocked and appalled viewers with the disturbing revelations and facts surrounding Jared Fogle. The documentary covered Fogle's initial claim to fame, as he shared his weight loss journey of approximately 245lbs solely through a strict diet consisting of turkey and veggie subs from Subway from 1998 to 1999. Fogle's notoriety eventually led to his hiring as a spokesperson for Subway, resulting in his appearance in over 300 commercials from 2000 to 2015.

However, it was later disclosed that Fogle was a child predator. In 2015, he was apprehended by police and the FBI for possessing child pornography and participating in child sex tourism. The focus of Discovery+'s Jared from Subway: Catching a Monster is the investigation into Fogle's arrest. This documentary delves deep into the authorities' process of apprehending and capturing Fogle, as well as revealing Fogle's true persona when he was not in the public eye or filming his commercials. Jared from Subway: Catching a Monster is an unsettling and shocking documentary that presents disturbing revelations.

Rochelle Herman Initially Found Jared Fogle Charming

When Rochelle Herman, a radio host from Florida, was introduced to Fogle, the notorious Subway spokesperson, in 2006 for an interview arranged by the American Heart Association, she quickly became an integral part of exposing his pedophilic nature. Despite Fogle's half-hour delay, Herman couldn't help but find him genuinely charming and approachable, ultimately making the experience enjoyable despite his tardiness.

Fogle Admitted to Herman That He Was A Pedophile

Quickly though, Herman's admiration and respect for the Subway spokesperson quickly dissipated during a subsequent meeting following their American Heart Association interview. The two convened at a middle school auditorium in Sarasota, Florida, and the encounter seemed just as amicable as their initial interview. However, unexpectedly, Fogle privately disclosed to Herman his attraction towards middle school girls.

Herman Began Recording Fogle Because She Could Not Find Any Evidence of His Pedophilia

Upon learning of Fogle's pedophilia, Herman was stunned and determined to confront him. Without any solid evidence or previous arrest records, she took matters into her own hands. This led her to arrange a covert meeting with Fogle in order to secretly capture their conversation.

Fogle Wanted Herman To Be Involved In One Of His Fantasies

Herman had the chance to have another conversation with Fogle, which took place six months after their previous interview at the middle school. However, this time it was held in a hotel room. In the documentary Jared from Subway: Catching a Monster, Herman reveals that Fogle's attraction to minors became significantly more aggressive and explicit during this meeting. There was a point when Fogle even said to Herman, "...how hot it would be if I put my hair in pigtails and would I do that for him" (via E News). Fogle's statement prompted Herman to immediately leave the room as Fogle hurriedly went to the bathroom.

The Audio For Fogle and Herman's First Recording Was In Poor Quality

Despite the discomfort and fear she felt, Herman was determined to endure the encounter in order to document their conversation and provide the audio recording to the authorities. Regrettably, upon listening to the recording, she discovered that the audio quality was extremely poor. As a result, she had to arrange another meeting with Fogle with the specific aim of obtaining higher-quality audio.

Herman Continued Playing Along With Fogle's Fantasies

To gather solid evidence of Fogle's pedophilic tendencies, Herman reluctantly played along with numerous inappropriate fantasies. In the documentary series, she reveals that during a conversation with Fogle, she asked him to vividly describe his most extreme fantasy. Shockingly, Fogle not only expressed a desire to engage in "everything", but specifically confessed a disturbing preference for engaging with individuals between the ages of 9 and 10, declaring, "Yeah, that'd be hot, that'd be really hot."

Herman Became An FBI Informant

Upon obtaining sufficient audio footage, Herman promptly forwarded it to the FBI, leaving them utterly stunned by its contents. Realizing the illegality of surreptitious recordings in Florida, the FBI swiftly designated Herman as an informant, granting her the ability to both continue her efforts and aid in constructing a solid case against Fogle. This arrangement also safeguarded her from potential arrest due to the recorded conversations with the Subway spokesperson.

The FBI Could Not Arrest Fogle Right Away

Despite the presence of audio recordings explicitly detailing Fogle's involvement in pedophilia, the FBI lacked concrete evidence to confirm his actions. For instance, although Fogle confessed on tape during a conversation with Herman that he engaged in sexual activity with a very young child in Thailand, no substantiating proof existed. Consequently, the Subway spokesperson could not be apprehended by the FBI until compelling evidence emerged, which left Herman feeling frustrated.

Fogle Became Interested in Herman's Children

In 2009, the FBI approached Herman with a request to organize a fictitious birthday celebration and extend an invitation to Fogle. As Herman grew increasingly frustrated with the lack of progress, he complied. Fogle's true disturbing inclination as a pedophile surfaced openly during the party when he eagerly inquired about the ages of all the guests. He brazenly expressed his desire to engage in sexual relations with a 7-year-old girl, specifying a preference for one "from a broken home." To escalate the concern, Fogle even insisted that Herman install a concealed camera in one of the bedrooms belonging to the woman's two young children, both below the age of 12.

Herman Left The FBI and Went To The Police

After three years of collaboration with the FBI, Herman grew increasingly frustrated with the lack of progress in arresting Fogle. In response, she made the difficult decision to leave the FBI and share her findings with the Sarasota Police Department. The police were astonished when they listened to Herman's audio tapes, as many officers had seen Fogle as an amiable and seemingly innocent individual. However, similar to their counterparts at the FBI, the Sarasota police faced challenges in apprehending Fogle. Not only did they lack sufficient concrete evidence to convict him, but Fogle also resided in another state, falling outside the jurisdiction of the local police force.

Herman Threatened To Play The Tapes On Her Radio Show

Feeling frustrated with the lack of action from both the FBI and the Sarasota Police Department, Herman contemplated broadcasting the audio recordings of her conversations with Fogle on her radio show. The police strongly advised against this course of action, fearing the potential repercussions. However, the FBI took more drastic measures: upon learning of Herman's intention to air the tapes live, they swiftly conducted raids on her office and home, seizing all material related to Jared Fogle.

Russell Taylor Was Investigated For Having Pictures Of Bestiality

The Police Discovered Hidden Cameras In Taylor's House

Meanwhile, an investigation was carried out by the Indiana State Police into Russell Taylor, a close associate of Jared Fogle and the director of his charity organization, the Jared Foundation. This investigation was prompted by information received regarding Taylor possessing photographs depicting bestiality. According to Chuck Cohen, a former police captain featured in the documentary series, an image was discovered showing Taylor's wife "in contact with an animal."

Pictures of bestiality were not the only incriminating evidence found at Taylor's home by the Indiana State Police. They also uncovered secret cameras that had been covertly placed in various locations throughout Taylor's stepchildren's rooms. Taylor defended himself by claiming that these cameras were intended to capture potential thieves who might attempt to pilfer valuable possessions from the rooms. However, upon examination of the camera footage, the police discovered disturbing instances of Taylor's stepchildren, Hannah and Christian, unwittingly being recorded while engaging in activities such as changing clothes or bathing.

The Stepdaughters Were Horrified By This Discovery

Naturally, Hannah and Christian were terrified when they discovered that their stepfather had been secretly recording them during their most vulnerable moments. In Jared from Subway: Catching a Killer, Christian reveals the traumatic state that she and her sister experienced upon discovering the secret recordings, expressing, "We were constantly under surveillance... It is incredibly difficult to come to terms with the fact that this actually happened."

The Stepdaughters' Mother Was Also Involved

Compounding the situation, Angela Baldwin, Taylor's wife and mother to Hannah and Christian, actively participated in her husband's reprehensible behavior and criminal activities. As revealed in the documentary series, Baldwin routinely made her children profoundly uncomfortable by uttering sexually explicit remarks or engaging in inappropriate acts, such as gifting them with sexual paraphernalia. Shockingly, she even expressed a disturbing desire not only to have sexual relations with her own offspring but also to involve Taylor in these unspeakable acts as well.

Taylor's Text Message To Fogle Is What Ultimately Got Him Caught

Taylor's arrest would ultimately mark the beginning of Jared Fogle's downfall. In the course of the State Police's investigation, they discovered an image of a naked child that Taylor had sent to Fogle. Along with the picture, Taylor sent a text message to the Subway spokesperson, informing him that he had gone out to eat at a restaurant with the same child. Fogle's enthusiastic response to Taylor's texts made it apparent that he was just as excited by the image as Taylor. This crucial evidence led to Fogle's arrest and subsequent charges.

The FBI Raided Jared's House

In July 2015, Fogle's residence in Indiana was subjected to an FBI raid, resulting in his arrest and subsequent charges for possessing child pornography and engaging in sexual activity with minors. This raid not only shocked his neighbors but also sent shockwaves throughout the entire nation. Prior to these events, Fogle was widely recognized as the amicable and motivational presence in Subway commercials. However, his reputation underwent a profound and irreversible transformation following his arrest and subsequent trial.

Fogle Admitted To His Crimes

Subway Ended Ties With Fogle

At his trial, Fogle confessed to all the crimes he was accused of committing. He tried to rationalize his behavior by attributing it to his newfound fame, stating that he had rapidly developed dependencies on alcohol, pornography, and prostitution. Consequently, innocent individuals suffered because of his addictions and actions. While Fogle readily accepted responsibility for his wrongdoings, his reputation had already been irreparably damaged, preventing any sympathy or support.

Upon learning of the FBI raid on Fogle's residence and his subsequent trial as a sexual predator, Subway promptly severed all connections with him. Expressing their strong disapproval on their Facebook page, the brand declared, "Jared Fogle's actions are inexcusable and do not align with our values. We had already concluded our association with Jared." Additionally, Subway swiftly ceased airing any advertisements featuring Fogle, aiming to distance themselves from him as expeditiously and effectively as possible.

Fogle Was Sentenced To 15 Years In Prison

Although the prosecution lacked concrete physical evidence of Fogle engaging in sexual acts with children, they possessed audio recordings in which Fogle explicitly described his sexual attraction to minors. These recordings dated back to 2007 and proved sufficient in persuading both the judge and jury to convict Fogle of his offenses. As a result, the judge sentenced Fogle to 15 years and 8 months in federal prison where he is currently serving his sentence. This marks the conclusion of the documentary, "Jared from Subway: Catching a Monster."