And Then They Were Gone

This episode originally aired in 2023. We'll be back with season six on January 17, 2025Brittany and Tyler Davis were the busy parents of a one-year-old who were looking for a night out together, and Brittany's birthday seemed like the perfect excuse. They got the grandparents to watch their son, and they booked a hotel room in nearby Columbus, Ohio. The couple met up with a friend, had drinks, and just generally let loose. But as they returned to their hotel early on the morning of February 24, 2019, everything started to go wrong. Tyler walked away from the hotel, and despite phone calls assuring Brittany he was coming back, Tyler Davis was never seen again. Was Tyler the victim of an accident, or was it foul play? Nearly six years after he was last seen, there is still no trace of the young father. What happened to Tyler Davis?Anyone with information on the disappearance of Tyler Davis is urged to call the Columbus Police Department at (614) 645-4545, or Central Ohio Crime Stoppers at (614) 461-TIPS.Buy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeSubmit a caseFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blogBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-then-they-were-gone--5360779/support.

And Then They Were Gone is on a short break. In the meantime, please enjoy the first three episodes of my new daily podcast, Day By Day - True Crime Stories.This episode of Day by Day True Crime Stories delves into the chilling life of Charlie Brandt, who, at the age of 13, committed a horrific act of violence against his family. The narrative explores the events of January 3, 1971, when Charlie shot his mother and father, and the subsequent years where he appeared to lead a normal life. However, in 2004, he brutally murdered his wife and her niece, revealing a dark legacy that raises questions about childhood violence and the hidden darkness within individuals.Subscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7JxcmZmgO3VtnQo1zmVItJSubscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/day-by-day-true-crime-stories/id1786150003Subscribe on Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/af4a9dae-3c14-4bc6-807e-5ecee4ad8f60/day-by-day-true-crime-storiesSubscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFGtFo1KL5-W6wZktRieSbwBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-then-they-were-gone--5360779/support.

And Then They Were Gone is on a short break. In the meantime, please enjoy the first three episodes of my new daily podcast, Day By Day - True Crime Stories.This episode of Day by Day True Crime explores the infamous Lindbergh kidnapping case, focusing on the trial of Bruno Hauptmann, the evidence presented, and the controversies surrounding the case. It highlights the impact of media coverage, the evolution of forensic science, and the ongoing debates about Hauptmann's guilt. #brunohauptmann #podcast #truecrime #trial #lindberghbabySubscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7JxcmZmgO3VtnQo1zmVItJSubscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/day-by-day-true-crime-stories/id1786150003Subscribe on Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/af4a9dae-3c14-4bc6-807e-5ecee4ad8f60/day-by-day-true-crime-storiesSubscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFGtFo1KL5-W6wZktRieSbwBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-then-they-were-gone--5360779/support.

And Then They Were Gone is on a short break. In the meantime, please enjoy the first three episodes of my new daily podcast, Day By Day - True Crime Stories.This episode of Day by Day True Crime Stories delves into the tragic case of Amina and Sarah Said, two sisters murdered by their father, Yaser Said, in 2008. The podcast explores their lives, the abusive environment they endured, the events leading to their deaths, the subsequent manhunt for Yaser, and the trial that followed. It highlights the broader issues of domestic violence and cultural clashes, emphasizing the importance of advocacy and awareness.Subscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7JxcmZmgO3VtnQo1zmVItJSubscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/day-by-day-true-crime-stories/id1786150003Subscribe on Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/af4a9dae-3c14-4bc6-807e-5ecee4ad8f60/day-by-day-true-crime-storiesSubscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFGtFo1KL5-W6wZktRieSbwBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-then-they-were-gone--5360779/support.

Hosted by Kona Gallagher of "And Then They Were Gone," "Day By Day - True Crime Stories" is a new daily podcast that delves into crime and justice milestones from this day in history. Subscribe today and get your daily true crime fix beginning January 1, 2025.Subscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7JxcmZmgO3VtnQo1zmVItJSubscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/day-by-day-true-crime-stories/id1786150003Subscribe on Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/af4a9dae-3c14-4bc6-807e-5ecee4ad8f60/day-by-day-true-crime-storiesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-then-they-were-gone--5360779/support.

The last time Mamta Kafle spoke to anyone outside of her home was the evening July 29, 2024, when she had a video call with her mother in Nepal. When her mom called Mamta back the next morning at around 11 am, her call went unanswered. According to prosecutors in Prince William County, Virginia, that is because Mamta was dead. Mamta's husband, Naresh Bhatt, claimed she had taken off, leaving both him and their 11-month-old daughter behind. After weeks of public outcry, and multiple search warrants, Naresh Bhatt was arrested on August 22, 2024 on the charge of concealing a dead body.Over the next several months, there were hearings in which the prosecution detailed a horrific case against Bhatt: one that involved him killing his 28-year-old wife in their Manassas Park home and disposing of her body. Then, on December 2, new evidence led prosecutors to charge Bhatt with two more crimes: Defiling a Dead Body and First Degree Murder. Now Naresh awaits trial, while the community wonders if he'll ever reveal where Mamta is.If you have any information regarding Mamta Kafle's disappearance, you are asked to contact the Manassas Park Police Department at 703-361-1136. This phone number is monitored 24 hours a day. If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact the Manassas/Manassas Park Crime Solvers at 703-330-0330.Buy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeSubmit a caseFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blogBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-then-they-were-gone--5360779/support.

Often, when a person goes missing, it happens quickly. A little girl is playing with friends when they lose sight of her, or she gets off the school bus and never makes it home. A dad mows the lawn and is never seen again. But sometimes a disappearance is gradual, with multiple sightings and clues that seemingly lead everywhere and nowhere simultaneously.  Bryce Laspisa was 19 years old when he got in his car and drove away from his girlfriend's apartment after breaking up with her. His own apartment was 90 miles away, but he never made it home. But he didn't just vanish. Between August 28th and August 30th, 2013, Bryce was seen by multiple people, including law enforcement, and spoke to his parents on the phone several times. But ultimately, Bryce's car and belongings were found, but there has been no trace of the young man, over a decade later, and this case has reached the level of infamous.If you have any information on Bryce Laspisa's disappearance, please call the Los Angeles County Sheriff's office at 323-890-0550.Buy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeSubmit a caseFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blogBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-then-they-were-gone--5360779/support.

On April 25, 2010 at around 10 pm, 31-year-old Shane Workman told his dad he was going to run to Sheetz, a gas station near their home in Lewistown, Pennsylvania. But Shane never made it there. Mike and his partner, Cindy Workman, didn't realize anything was wrong, and went on a camping trip the next morning. It wouldn't be until they returned that they realized their son had never come home after his trip to the gas station. A search party was formed immediately, but despite many tips, including the names of people who may have been involved in Shane's disappearance, Mike says that Lewistown Police quickly lost interest. After seven years, Shane is still missing, but his family is still fighting for Shane and for justice.Anyone with information regarding Shane Workman's disappearance is urged to contact Detective Jeromy Poff with the Lewistown Police Department at 814-445-4104.Buy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeSubmit a caseFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blogBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-then-they-were-gone--5360779/support.

A young woman opened the door to her place of work, a sporting apparel store in Washington DC, and immediately realized something was wrong. Too afraid to investigate what she saw and heard, she ran from the store and called 911. When police arrived and entered the store, they heard a sound coming from a hallway in the back, and they began to move toward it…This is just one example of an unbelievable story you'll hear on the MrBallen Podcast. Follow the MrBallen Podcast: Strange, Dark & Mysterious Stories on Amazon Music or wherever you get your podcasts. Prime members can listen to new episodes 1-month early and all episodes ad-free on Amazon Music.http://wondery.fm/MrBallen_ATTWGBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-then-they-were-gone--5360779/support.

“This is not like her. We think… that she is confused and scared. We're quite sure she doesn't know who she is.”This is a terrifying thought for any parent or loved one to come to terms with. That someone they care about could forget who they are and not even realize that there are people out there who are desperately trying to find them and bring them home. But for the family of Patricia Meehan, this wasn't just a nightmare, it was a cold and brutal reality that began with a car accident in Circle, Montana on April 20, 1989, and continues to this day.Anyone with information regarding Patricia Meehan's disappearance should contact the McCone County Sheriff's Office at 406-485-3405Buy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeSubmit a caseFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blogBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-then-they-were-gone--5360779/support.

When 13-year-old Bianca Piper got into an argument with her mother, Shannon Tanner, over doing the dishes, Shannon put her in the car, drove her a mile up the road, and told her to walk home. While this may seem like an odd form of punishment, it was actually something that had been recommended by Bianca's therapist. But on March 10, 2005, Bianca never made it home. Investigators in Foley, Missouri performed an extensive search but uncovered almost no clues regarding the missing girl. Over the years, they've investigated many theories, including the possibility of Bianca's disappearance being related to those of other children in Lincoln County. Was Bianca abducted by a stranger, or was the reason behind her disappearance closer to home?Anyone with information regarding Bianca Piper's disappearance is urged to submit a tip through the Lincoln County Sheriff's website or through their tipline at 636-462-6513.Buy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeSubmit a caseFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blogBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-then-they-were-gone--5360779/support.

“Dear Everybody, I'm sorry for everything. I won't bother you anymore. Goodbye, Jaliek.” This is the letter that Stephen Kerr said his 12-year-old adopted son left in his empty bedroom at his grandparents' home on November 1, 2007, right before he went missing. By all accounts, Jaliek was an emotionally troubled boy, and there was a great deal of friction within his family. Is this a note written by a child right before he decided to run away? Or, is there more to this letter and Jaliek's home life than it appears? Jaliek Rainwalker has been missing from Greenwich, New York, for nearly 17 years. In the 12 years leading up to his disappearance, multiple people failed this child. Now, the question is, where is Jaliek Rainwalker, and who is responsible for his disappearance?Anyone with information regarding Jaliek Rainwalker's disappearance is urged to call the Greenwich Village Police Department at 518-692-9332.Buy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeSubmit a caseFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blogBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-then-they-were-gone--5360779/support.

On August 15, 2008, a mother dropped her five-year-old son off to visit his father for the weekend. Her ex, Ernesto Gonzalez, hadn't been very involved in their son, Giovanni's, life since their separation three years prior, but he recently started making an effort to have a relationship with the boy. Daisy Colon packed Giovanni's backpack with clothes and dropped him off in nearby Lynn, Massachusetts. But when she came to pick him up again, her little boy was gone.An investigation was launched, and police even eventually secured a confession. The problem? Investigators didn't believe it. Daisy believes that Ernesto hit their son somewhere, but nearly 15 years later, no one has found him. What happened to Giovanni Colon-Gonzalez?If you have any information regarding the disappearance of Giovanni Colon-Gonzalez, you can contact the Lynn Police Department at 781-595-2000.Si tiene alguna información sobre la desaparición de Giovanni Colon-Gonzalez, puede comunicarse con el Departamento de Policía de Lynn al 781-595-2000.Buy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeSubmit a caseFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blogBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-then-they-were-gone--5360779/support.

1, 2, 3, the Donahue family counted. 4, 5, 6, the numbers changed on the banner at their Arden Road home in Nokesville, Virginia. The days turned into weeks, which turned into months, which turned into years. The number had reached over 5,000 before the Donahue family got the news that they had been waiting for: an arrest had been made in the murder of their son, Shane. On March 22, 2010, 23-year-old Shane Donahue left his parents' home and told them that he loved them. Shane, who didn't drive at the time, got a ride with his buddy, Tim Hickerson. Shane was never seen nor heard from again. Over the past 14 years, there have been many allegations made by both the Donahue and Hickerson families, but little in the way of answers or media coverage. Then, on September 17, 2024, Tim Hickerson was arrested in Florida for the murder of his friend, Shane Donahue. It marks the first major movement on this case in over a decade, but the disappearance of Shane Donahue is far from being solved.Anyone with information regarding Shane Donahue's disappearance is urged to contact the Prince William County Police Department at 763-792-7279.Buy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeSubmit a caseFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blogBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-then-they-were-gone--5360779/support.

On March 22, 2010, 23-year-old Nokesville, Virginia resident Shane Donahue was having a good day. He had just gotten paid $5,000 in cash for installing ceiling tiles at a local business. He was with his buddy, Timothy Hickerson, who helped him with the job. The friends went over to Shane's parents' house for a while before getting into Timothy's truck and heading off. But no one ever saw Shane again after that. And now, over 10 years later, a grieving family continues to be rocked by tragedy while searching for answers as rumors and accusations swirl around their small town.Anyone with information regarding Shane Donahue's disappearance is urged to contact the Prince William County Police Department at 763-792-7279.Buy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeSubmit a caseFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blogBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-then-they-were-gone--5360779/support.

In 1999, she saved a couple from flooding after Hurricane Floyd. In 2002, she joined the Army so she could serve her country after the 9/11 terrorist attacks. In 2006, she vanished. On October 10, 2006, 29-year-old Margaret Haddican-McEnroe was a mother of three girls, including a 6-month-old, when she allegedly walked out of her Warren, New Jersey home, leaving behind her cell phone, car, and her baby, never to be seen again. According to her husband, Margaret was dealing with post-partum depression at the time, and had previously threatened suicide. But after 18 years with no sign of Margaret, those closest to her don't believe that she went missing on her own. Anyone with information regarding Margaret Haddican-McEnroe's disappearance is urged to contact the Somerset County Prosecutor's Office at 908-231-7100 or through the CrimeStoppers TIPS line at 1-888-577-TIPS.Buy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeSubmit a caseFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blogBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-then-they-were-gone--5360779/support.

On October 2, 2024, police announced a huge break in the case of missing 6-year-old, Morgan Nick. A hair that is a DNA match to hers was found in the truck owned by longtime suspect in her case, Billy Jack Links. Links died in prison in 2000, so now the investigation's focus is on finding Morgan's body. We released our episode on Morgan's case in 2021, so this week we are re-releasing it here. 6-year-old Morgan Nick was catching fireflies with her friends on a hot summer night in Alma, Arkansas. She was with her mother at a little league game, having the sort of summer that childhood memories are built on. But as the game ended and her friends returned to their parents, Morgan was gone. Only minutes had passed since Morgan had been seen, but there was no trace of the little girl. Despite a lightning-fast police response and an eyewitness account of a “creepy” man talking to Morgan, no trace of her was found after June 9, 1995. But nearly 30 years later, Morgan's mother Colleen still spends every single day fighting for her daughter and searching for answers. Can new technology be the key to finally bringing Morgan home?If you have any information regarding Morgan Nick's disappearance, please contact the Alma, Arkansas Police at 479-632-3333.Buy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeSubmit a caseFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blogBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-then-they-were-gone--5360779/support.

In the early morning hours of February 14, 2000, 9-year-old Asha Degree took her backpack and slipped out of her Shelby, North Carolina home. Several motorists later reported seeing her walking alone in a rainstorm at around 4 am. Where was she going? What or who made her leave her home that night?Over the next 24 years, Asha Degree's story has been the subject of countless blogs, internet forums, Youtube videos, and podcasts. People have become obsessed with getting answers. What made a 9-year-old girl leave her house in the middle of the night, and what happened to her after that?In September 2024, we finally got some potential answers to the second question after a series of search warrants were executed at various properties in North Carolina. While we still may not know what caused Asha to leave that night, investigators now believe that they have the names of some of the people who were involved in her disappearance.Anyone with information on the disappearance of Asha Degree is asked to call the Cleveland County Sheriff's Office at 704-484-4788, or the FBI at 704-672-6100. There is a $45,000 reward for information that can solve this case.Buy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeSubmit a caseFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blogBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-then-they-were-gone--5360779/support.

Paul Bergrin is a hotshot criminal defense attorney in Newark, New Jersey. Seemingly unstoppable and with unorthodox methods, he's built a reputation for getting his clients off the hook. But as Paul's legend grows, so do the suspicions swirling around him.When FBI Agent Shawn Brokos starts investigating a major drug ring, she makes a shocking discovery: the gang's most powerful player is none other than Newark's star attorney. Has the ex-federal prosecutor crossed the line and started committing crimes himself?From Wondery, comes a new series about a lawyer who breaks all the rules, the FBI agent determined to take him down at all costs, and the people caught in the middle who paid the ultimate price.Listen to Criminal Attorney on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen early and ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App or on Apple podcasts. Start your free trial by visiting http://wondery.fm/CA_ATTWG now.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-then-they-were-gone--5360779/support.

A 15-year-old girl had an argument with her father about her grades. It's a scene parents all over the world are likely familiar with, and one that is usually forgotten in a day or two. But when Katya Lyne had this argument with her father, Pat, on March 21, 1997, it ended in tragedy. Within days, Katya was missing, and her father was dead. The Lyne family's world was completely turned upside down. Though police believed Katya was a runaway, they couldn't be sure that she hadn't met with foul play. Nearly 30 years later, Katya's sister, Tracy, believes her sister is still out there and still wants her to come home. Anyone with information regarding Katya Lyne's disappearance can call the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children's 24-hour hotline at 800-843-5678, or the Federal Way Police Department at 253-835-6700.Buy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeSubmit a caseFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blogBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-then-they-were-gone--5360779/support.

Asha Degree was a bright, talented, happy 9-year-old living with her parents and brother in Shelby, North Carolina. She was an excellent student and the star of her basketball team. Surrounded by grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins, there was no shortage of love in Asha's life. But in the early morning hours of February 14, 2000, Asha took her backpack that she had packed with several changes of clothes and slipped out of her house. Several motorists later reported seeing her walking alone in a rainstorm at around 4 am. Where was Asha Degree going? What or who made her leave her home that night? After nearly 25 years, this remains one of the most confounding cases not only in the small town of Shelby, but in the entire country.On September 10, 2024, the FBI executed several search warrants near where Asha was last seen. In this mini update, we're telling you what we know about this search, and including our original episode on Asha's case from October 2023. Anyone with information on the disappearance of Asha Degree is asked to call the Cleveland County Sheriff's Office at 704-484-4788, or the FBI at 704-672-6100. There is a $45,000 reward for information that can solve this case.Buy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeSubmit a caseFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blogBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-then-they-were-gone--5360779/support.

On January 29, 1992, Byron Page was getting ready to go to college and take his driver's exam. He had already been accepted into several schools, with more acceptance letters on the way. That afternoon, the 17-year-old decided to take the bus to his favorite movie and music store in West Hollywood, California. He never made it. Despite being a promising student with no issues in his personal life, Byron's case garnered very little attention in a city transfixed by the Rodney King trial. After a short investigation, police believed that he had met with foul play, but his case quickly went cold. Now, after 30 years, is there a chance that someone out there knows what happened to Byron Page?If anyone has any information on the disappearance of Byron Eric Page, please contact Detective Tamar Abraham at the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department at 323-890-5500.Buy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeSubmit a caseFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blogBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-then-they-were-gone--5360779/support.

Today's story is one about intimate partner violence. According to her family, friends, and police and court records, Mamta Kafle's husband, Naresh Bhatt, was abusing her. He hid her documents, destroyed her phone, threatened to give their baby to social services, and physically abused her. Throughout it all, Mamta remained a kind, caring friend and a mother whose baby was her entire world. But then, sometime between July 29 and July 30, 2024, she disappeared. Now, her husband is sitting in jail awaiting trial on the charge of concealing a dead body. We first covered Mamta's case, which is local to us, two weeks ago. But we've learned a lot since then. This week, we're updating you on the case of Manassas Park, Virginia mom, Mamta Kafle.Anyone who has information on Mamta Kafle's disappearance, or her husband Naresh Bhatt's actions between July 29 and August 3 is asked to contact Manassas Park Police at 703.361.1136 or email c.ventura@manassasparkva.gov.If you or someone you know is experiencing intimate partner violence, there are resources for you to get help. The National Domestic Violence Hotline provides 24/7 confidential support, safety planning, and referrals to local resources. Call 1-800-799-7233, or text 'START" TO 8878. You can also visit their website at TheHotline.org.Buy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeSubmit a caseFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blogBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-then-they-were-gone--5360779/support.

On November 20, 1987, Louis and Susan Zaharias had an argument. By this point, fights weren't uncommon for the couple, who had been married for six years. Susan was a stay-at-home mom with two small children who was feeling isolated while her husband worked long hours far away. But this day was different. Susan was acting paranoid, and not like herself. After a violent altercation, Louis left the home to give his wife some space. When he returned a few hours later, she and their children were gone. What began that day was a journey that has completely changed the trajectory of Louis's life. He's spent every single day for nearly 37 years looking for his children. Louis firmly believes that his children are out there, but has no idea if they even know they're missing.Anyone with information regarding the abduction or whereabouts of Christopher and Lisa Zaharias is asked to contact the Orange County District Attorney's Office at 714-834-3600.Buy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeSubmit a caseFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blogBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-then-they-were-gone--5360779/support.

On August 2, 2024, Manassas Park Police visited the Virginia home that Mamta Kafle shared with her husband, Naresh Bhatt. They were there to perform a welfare check because Mamta didn't show up to work at UVA Health Prince William Medical Center on August 1, and her colleagues were concerned. Naresh allegedly told police that Mamta had disappeared before, and that he didn't want to file a missing persons report. Three days later, on August 5, Naresh reported his wife missing, but Manassas Park Police didn't make this public until August 8. Since then, the community has banded together to do ground searches, hold vigils, press conferences, and even visit the Nepal embassy, all in hopes of finding out what happened to Mamta Kafle.If you have any information regarding Mamta Kafle's disappearance, you are asked to contact the Manassas Park Police Department at 703-361-1136. This phone number is monitored 24 hours a day. If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact the Manassas/Manassas Park Crime Solvers at 703-330-0330.https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61563893469372https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61563934986269Buy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeSubmit a caseFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blogBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-then-they-were-gone--5360779/support.

Introducing…World of Secrets: The Apartheid KillerIntroducing a NEW investigation from the BBC's World of Secrets podcast: The Apartheid Killer. All the victims were black and the youngest was just 12 years old. Some relatives are still searching for the graves. They were killed during a three-year bloodbath in the 1980s, in the South African city of East London – by one person. He killed so many, he lost count. It has been 30 years since the white supremacist apartheid regime crumbled. The unresolved trauma of this time has cast a long shadow across a nation. In piecing together this story, the new season of World of Secrets exposes the disturbed past and racial injustices of South Africa itself.Search for World of Secrets, wherever you get your podcasts.World of Secrets is the BBC podcast about the stories they don't want told. Delve into a World of Secrets – major BBC global investigations and gripping storytelling. Holding the powerful to account and exposing scandals around the world.Listen Now: https://bbc.lnk.to/WoSRFBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-then-they-were-gone--5360779/support.

Disappearances can happen in an instant. On April 19, 2016, 16-year-old Tyler Christensen went on a jog. He wanted to get a short run in on his way to a youth group meeting. But Tyler never arrived. After Tyler's family realized that he was gone, they assumed something terrible must have happened to him. After all, he was a happy kid, living in Edmonds, Washington with a loving family and seemingly no issues. But as the investigation got underway, police began to believe that maybe this disappearance wasn't as quick as it seemed. That perhaps Tyler himself had been planning it for a long time.Anyone with information regarding Tyler Christensen's disappearance is urged to contact the Snohomish County Sheriff's Office 425-407-3970.Buy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeSubmit a caseFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blogBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-then-they-were-gone--5360779/support.

It was a scene straight out of an action movie: specifically The Bourne Identity. On September 16, 2008, the captain of a Staten Island Ferry saw a woman floating face down in the Hudson River, near the Statue of Liberty. Horrified and thinking they found a dead body, two deckhands jumped in a rescue boat and went to her. When they reached the woman, one picked her up by her ankles, while another picked her up by her shoulders. To everyone's shock, the woman took a gasp of air and started crying. This is how Hannah Upp was found after she went missing– the first time.Over the next decade, Hannah Upp, a young, well-liked teacher, would go missing two more times. After her first two rescues, she had no idea where she had been or how she had spent her time. On September 14, 2017, Hannah was living in St. Thomas, on the U.S. Virgin Islands. She had survived Hurricane Irma, and three days before Hurricane Maria was poised to hit, Hannah Upp disappeared for a third time. Did she perish in the water, as many people believe, or is she still out there somewhere, with no idea who she is?Anyone with information regarding Hannah Upp's disappearance is urged to contact the Virgin Islands Police Department at 340-772-5605.Buy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeSubmit a caseFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blogBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-then-they-were-gone--5360779/support.

On August 1, 2018, 28-year-old Samantha Sayers was ready for an adventure. An experienced hiker, Sam decided to drive two hours away from her Seattle home and tackle Vesper's Peak. The hike was supposed to only be a day trip, so when darkness fell with no word from Samantha, her boyfriend, Kevin Dare grew concerned. Worried that she was injured, he drove out to the trail. But instead of his girlfriend, he found only her empty car. What happened next was the largest search and rescue operation in Washington State history. When Samantha wasn't found quickly, rumors began to swirl, with people wondering if there was more to the story than a woman who simply got lost.If you have information regarding the disappearance of Samantha Sayers, please contact the Snohomish County Sheriff at 425-388-3393.Buy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeSubmit a caseFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blogBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-then-they-were-gone--5360779/support.

Though our podcast focuses on unsolved missing persons cases, over the course of the last four years, we've seen movement on many of the cases we've covered, including some resolutions. This week, we're going to revisit a few of the missing people whose stories we've told on this podcast and give you updates on what's going on in their cases today. In this episode, we're updating you on the stories of William Tyrrell, Irene Gakwa, and Chance Englebert.Original Episodes:William Tyrrell Part 1William Tyrrell Part 2Irene GakwaChance EnglebertBuy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeSubmit a caseFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blogBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-then-they-were-gone--5360779/support.

In 2014, a little girl named Relisha Rudd went missing while living in a Washington DC homeless shelter, but no one noticed. For 18 days, no one in Relisha's life saw her, but no one reported her missing. It wasn't until a social worker from her school visited the shelter in person that he realized the little girl whom he had been told was sick, wasn't sick at all. She was just gone. Relisha's story has had a deep and lasting impact on the DC region. July 11 is Relisha Rudd Remembrance Day. This week, we're asking you to join us in honoring Relisha, who has been missing for 10 years.If you have any information on Relisha Rudd's disappearance, please contact the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children at 1-800-THE-LOST or the Washington Metropolitan Police Department at 1-202-265-9100 or their command info center at 1-202-727-9099.Buy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeSubmit a caseFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blogBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-then-they-were-gone--5360779/support.

On November 21, 2022, 11-year-old Madalina Cojocari boarded her school bus and went to school as usual. That afternoon, the bus dropped her off near her Cornelius, North Carolina home. But the next day, the bus went to school without Madalina, and no one at her school has seen her since. The most chilling part of her disappearance? Madalina's family never reported her missing.Both Madalina's mother, Diana, and her step-father, Christopher Palmiter, were arrested. Now, over a year and a half after Madalina was last seen, they're both out, but many questions remain. This week, we'll be going over what has happened in the case since our original episode in 2023, and we'll discuss who the police have just named as their main suspect in Madalina's disappearance.Anyone with information on Madalina's whereabouts is asked to call the Cornelius Police Department at 704-892-7773 or the FBI at 1-800-CALL FBI. Anyone who wishes to remain anonymous can call North Mecklenburg Crime Stoppers at 704-896-7867.Buy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeSubmit a caseFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blogBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-then-they-were-gone--5360779/support.

This is a re-release of our April 2023 episode on Madalina Cojocari. You can listen to our June 2024 update here.Imagine the abject fear a parent would experience after their 11-year-old child has been missing for over three weeks. No one has heard from her, no one has seen her. You'd be climbing the walls, right? Begging investigators and the public to help you find her? That's what usually happens, but not in the case of Madalina Cojocari. Madalina went to school as normal on November 21, 2022, but she didn't show up the next day. Or the day after that. Eventually, on December 12, a school resource officer from Bailey Middle School attempted a home visit and left a truancy packet. It wouldn't be until December 15, over three weeks since her daughter was last seen, that her mother, Diana Cojocari admitted to school officials that she didn't know where her daughter was. The Cornelius, North Carolina community has been frantically trying to find the missing little girl, while her parents sit in jail. Months have gone by, but no one is answering the question: where is Madalina Cojocari?Anyone with information about Madalina Cojocari is asked to call the Cornelius Police Department at 704-892-7773, or the FBI at 1-800-Call FBI.Cualquier persona que tenga información sobre Madalina Cojocari debe llamar al Departamento de Policía de Cornelius al 704-892-7773, o al FBI al 1-800-Call FBI.Buy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeSubmit a caseFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blogBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-then-they-were-gone--5360779/support.

After 26 years of marriage, Bonnie Lee Schultz was ready to spread her wings. After being a stay-at-home mom to her two children, Josh and Gretchen, she was working part-time and had just started a second job. She was meeting new people and finding new opportunities. In 1997, Bonnie decided that a more drastic life change was in order: she wanted a divorce. Bonnie's husband, Rick Schultz, didn't want to end the marriage, and on July 3, 1997, Bonnie went out with some friends to clear her head. The Indianapolis, Indiana mom was never seen again. At first, Bonnie's disappearance was thought to be an accident, but when no signs of the 45 year old or her car were found, they began to suspect foul play. Suspicion immediately went to her husband, but could a different man hold the answers to what happened to Bonnie Schultz that night?If you have information regarding the disappearance of Bonnie Schultz, please contact Detective Kistner with the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department at 317-327-6160.Buy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blogBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-then-they-were-gone--5360779/support.

When Mattie Mitchell was watching her great-grandchildren at their Wichita, Kansas home, she decided to lie down and go to sleep with them. After all, what could be safer than keeping the little ones close? But when Mattie woke up at around 3 am on September 5, 2001, her four-year-old great-grandaughter, Jaquilla Scales was gone. Mattie wasn't sure what had happened, just that Jaquilla had disappeared while she and Jaquilla's two-year-old brother Marcus peacefully slept. An intense search was launched, but Wichita Police weren't able to find the little girl. If she had wandered off, surely she would have been found. Now, for over 20 years, Jaquilla's family has been searching for answers, and begging the world not to forget the boisterous little girl who vanished in the middle of the night.If you have information regarding the disappearance of Jaquilla Scales, you're asked to contact WPD investigators at 316-268-4379 or email the Cold Case Unit at coldcase@wichita.gov. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you can send a tip to Crime Stoppers by calling 316-267-2111 or downloading the free P3 mobile app.Buy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blogBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-then-they-were-gone--5360779/support.

July 30, 1985 was a hot summer day in Toronto, Ontario, and 8-year-old Nicole Morin planned on spending it at the pool with her friends. The little girl donned her bathing suit, grabbed her beach towel, and said goodbye to her mother, Jeanette. It was around 11 am when Nicole left her penthouse apartment and headed to the elevator to meet her friend in the lobby. But Nicole never arrived. Once Jeanette realized that her daughter was missing and called the police, the search for Nicole quickly became the largest investigation in Toronto's history up to that point. A tremendous amount of time, money, and effort was put into finding Nicole Morin, but no trace of her was found. Was this simply a crime of opportunity, or was Nicole's disappearance related to a much larger issue in Toronto in the 80s?Anyone with information on Nicole Morin's disappearance is asked to contact police at 416-808-2205 or via email at findnicole@torontopolice.on.ca.Buy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blogBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-then-they-were-gone--5360779/support.

A 15-year-old boy finishes his nightly chores and goes to bed. But the next morning when his mother tries to wake him up for school, he's gone. That's what happened in the early morning hours of February 26, 2024, when Sebastian Rogers seemingly disappeared from his Hendersonville, Tennessee home. What at first seemed to be a teenager walking off in the middle of the night has turned into a much more complex case involving multiple searches, possible sightings, internet sleuthing, and a lot of mudslinging.Buy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blog

A troubled marriage leads to divorce and a bitter custody battle, with two young children caught in the middle. In 2011 Julia Birukova and her two children, 4-year-old Maile and 2-year-old Sky were living in an apartment in Redmond, Washington. On November 6, 2011, Julia and her children were up early. Sky was sick, and she needed to take him to the hospital. She bundled the children into her brother's car that she was borrowing, and headed to the Overlake Medical Center. But they never arrived. According to Julia, the car ran out of gas on the way. She left Sky strapped in his car seat as she and Maile went to go get help, but when she returned, her son was gone. Sky's father, Solomon Metalwala was immediately suspicious of his estranged wife's story, as were Bellevue Police. However, it's been over a decade since Sky was last seen, and there have been no arrests in his case, or answers as to what happened to the little boy on that November morning.Buy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blog

No new episode this week, so in celebration of the release of The Tortured Poet's Department, Taylor Swift's new album, and the song, "Florida," we're re-releasing the episode on Richard Hoagland, the Indianapolis family man who walked away from his wife and kids in 1993 and decided to re-invent himself in-- you guessed it-- Florida. ---Richard Hoagland was a successful family man who lived with his wife and two sons in a suburb outside of Indianapolis, Indiana. On February 10, 1993, he called his wife from work and told her he was sick and heading to the emergency room. He never came home again. For over 23 years, his wife Linda and their two sons wondered about his fate. But in 2016, a bizarre story emerged that proved Richard Hoagland wasn't who they or anyone else thought he was.Buy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blog

On December 17, 2022, 19-year-old Kadin Black had dinner with the family he was staying with, the Foust Family. Their son, Ethan, was one of Kadin's best friends, and the family had taken him in after Kadin had a fight with his father. Though Kadin wasn't living at his father's house, he had plans the next day to go over and exercise his dogs. But Kadin never showed up. When Kadin's father, Maurice, couldn't get in touch with him, he called the Fousts. The father, Chris Foust, said that Kadin was probably still asleep. By Tuesday, the teenager was still gone. The months that followed brought an investigation with frustratingly few clues. Did Kadin decide to vanish without a trace? Or was his disappearance at the hands of someone else?GoFundMe for a private investigator in Kadin Black's caseBuy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blog

2022 was a rough year for Kadin Black. The popular high school athlete had moved from Pennsylvania to Maryland with his mother, but had recently moved back to his father's house in Pennsylvania so that he could be closer to his friends. The move, however, came with its own set of challenges. Fights at school led to him being expelled, and a fight with his father led to an arrest, a psychiatric hold, and needing to find a new place to live. Thankfully, the family of one of his childhood friends, the Fousts, agreed to take him in. The arrangement seemed to work out for everyone, and the Foust family, especially the father, Chris, helped Kadin get back on track. But then in December 2022, Kadin mysteriously vanished. It took several days for his parents to find out that their son was missing, and when they did, there were questions surrounding when he was last seen. In modern missing persons cases, there are usually plenty of theories to be found on social media, and Kadin's case is certainly no exception. Did the young man leave on his own to avoid his upcoming trial? Did he harm himself? Did the Foust family, who graciously took him in, actually have something to do with his disappearance? We'll be talking about all of this and more, as we dig into the story of Kadin Black.GoFundMe for a private investigator in Kadin Black's caseBuy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blog

When 17-year-old Brianna Maitland didn't make it home after her shift as a dishwasher at The Black Lantern Inn in Montgomery, Vermont, it took nearly a week before police started an investigation. While Brianna was initially dismissed as a troubled runaway, her family knew that something much worse had happened to her. Tips began pouring in, along with the rumors that you typically find in small towns. But one rumor in particular seemed to have some weight: that Brianna was being held against her will in a nearby farmhouse. This tip led to a police raid, but while arrests were made, Brianna remained missing. Was this tip a dead end, or, could it still hold some clues even 20 years later?The Hunt for Brianna Maitland: The Relentless Pursuit of Answers to One of Vermont's Biggest MysteriesBuy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blog

It's one of the most perplexing missing persons cases in Vermont's history. On March 19, 2004, 17-year-old Brianna Maitland finished her shift as a dishwasher at the Black Lantern Inn, in Montgomery, Vermont. It was already after 11 pm, and Brianna told co-workers she needed to get home to get some sleep before her shift at a different restaurant the next morning. She only made it about a mile before something horrible happened.It was several days before people in Brianna's life realized she was missing, even though her crashed and abandoned vehicle was found the morning after she was last seen. Despite this, police initially wrote Brianna off as a troubled runaway, though her family immediately knew that something much darker was behind their daughter's vanishing. 20 years later, despite intense investigations, hundreds of tips, and even more rumors, Brianna Maitland has yet to be found. But police believe that there are people in that sleepy Vermont town who know exactly what happened to the teenager.The Hunt for Brianna Maitland: The Relentless Pursuit of Answers to One of Vermont's Biggest MysteriesBuy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blog

When Cory Bigsby reported his 4-year-old son Codi missing on January 31, 2022, his story didn't seem to add up. According to him, that morning he put Codi to bed around 1 am and checked in on him at 2, but when he woke up around 8:30 am, he found his son's bed empty. Codi Bigsby was missing, along with his Spider-Man flip flops. Hampton Roads police took Cory down to the station for questioning and eventually arrested him on multiple charges of child neglect. Cory remained in jail for months, and went through several competency hearings. On June 5, 2023, a grand jury indicted Cory Bigsby for the murder of his son, Codi Bigsby. His trial began on March 4, 2024. This week, we're updating you on the trial of Cory Bigsby.Buy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blog

This is a re-release of our episode covering Cory Bigsby's Indictment. It was originally published in June 2023.4-year-old Codi Bigsby was reported missing on January 31, 2022, when his father, Cory Bigsby, said he woke up and found his son's bed empty. A search immediately ensued, and police took Codi's father, Cory, down to the station for questioning. This interview turned into an interrogation that spanned days and led to Cory being arrested on multiple charges of child neglect. Since then, Cory has remained in jail, and questions have been raised regarding his mental competency. After several hearings, a grand jury was convened and on June 5, 2023, Cory Bigsby was indicted for the murder of his son, Codi. This week, we're updating you on the efforts to find Codi, and taking a look inside of this tragic case.Buy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeSubmit a caseFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blog

This is a re-release of our original episode on Codi Bigsby from March 2023. 4-year-old Codi Bigsby was reported missing on January 31, 2022, when his father said he woke up and found his son's bed empty. A search immediately ensued in their Hampton, Virginia neighborhood, and police took Codi's father, Cory, down to the station for questioning. This interview turned into a brutal interrogation that spanned days and led to Cory being arrested on multiple charges.Are police correct in thinking that Cory had something to do with his son's disappearance? Or has tunnel vision led to a terrified father being left in jail, unable to search for his son, who has yet to be found?Buy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blog

On the afternoon of January 16, 1973, five-year-old Anna Waters had just returned home from kindergarten. The storm that had wreaked havoc in her San Mateo, California town had finally stopped, and she wanted to go play in the backyard. Her mother, Michaele, gave her permission, and Anna pulled on her rain boots and went outside. After about 10 minutes, alarmed by the silence out back, Michaele went to check on her daughter. But little Anna was gone.An investigation quickly ensued, with everyone assuming that Anna had fallen into the nearby river. But when she wasn't found, her family and investigators began to worry that she was abducted. But by whom? Was this a stranger abduction, or was the culprit closer to home? Anyone with information regarding Anna Waters disappearance is asked to contact the San Mateo County Sheriff's Office Missing Persons Unit at 1-650-364-1811Buy Michaele Benedict's book, "Searching for Anna"Buy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blog

After dealing with a breakup and the sudden loss of her mother, Gretchen Fleming found herself back in her hometown of Parkersburg, West Virginia. She was staying with family as she tried to get herself back together and figure out her next move. On December 3, 2022, Gretchen told her family that she wasn't going to be home that night, and she headed out to a local bar. After going to a second bar with a friend, Gretchen walked out and was never seen again. Did the friend, who later turned in Gretchen's purse and cell phone know something about her disappearance, or was it the man she was seen leaving the last bar with who had something to hide? For over a year, the small town of Parkersburg has been abuzz with theories of what happened that night, and continue to hold out hope that someday soon, they will find out who really knows what happened to Gretchen Fleming.Anyone with information regarding Gretchen Fleming's disappearanc is asked to call lead Detective James Zimmerman at 304-424-1072 or the Police Department at 304-424-8444.Buy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blog

On June 12, 2023, 13-year-old James Yoblonski packed three bags, took his father's cell phone, and walked out of his home at 12:52 am. He put his belongings into his father's van, got in, and drove away. The next morning, the van was found abandoned on the highway near Devil's Lake State Park in Baraboo, Wisconsin, over 25 miles from James's Reedsburg home.A search of the state park immediately commenced, and clues that James left behind made many think that this missing person's case would have a swift conclusion. But over eight months later, James still hasn't been found. Online speculation has run rampant, with everyone in Wisconsin and beyond asking, what could have happened to James Yoblonski?Anyone with information regarding James Yoblonski's disappearance can contact Bill Yoblonski at 920-292-0322 or at williamyoblonski@yahoo.com. You can also contact the Sauk County Sheriff's Office at 608-355-4495 or Sauk County Crime Stoppers at 888-847-7285.Buy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blog

Imagine your daughter stops responding to your calls. You know this isn't like her. Your mother's instinct knows that something is wrong. Your other daughter agrees that her sister would never just ignore them. You go to the police for help, but you receive none. This is the nightmare that Anita King has been livingOn March 24, 2020, Anita and her daughter, Pepita Redhair had lunch together before Anita dropped her off at the home she was sharing with her boyfriend, Nicholas Kaye. It was a completely normal afternoon, but it would prove to be the last time Anita would see Pepita. Pepita's boyfriend claims that she walked out of their Albuquerque, New Mexico home on her own volition to be with another man, but could there be more to the story?Anyone with information regarding Pepita Redhair's disappearance is asked to contact the New Mexico Attorney General's office at mmiwr@nmag.gov.Pepita Redhair's Reward Fund: https://gofund.me/e1778e15Buy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blog

On Our Watch Season 2: New Folsom is a deeply-reported narrative podcast series from KQED. It follows the stories of two correctional officers in an elite unit who pay a high price for exposing corruption and abuse by their fellow officers. It's a story about broken promises and unwritten rules. It's a story about who gets hurt when the system that promises to keep us safe is bent on protecting itself. Host Sukey Lewis and co-reporter Julie Small piece together an explosive narrative through interrogation tapes, 911 audio, prison phone calls, personal audio recordings, and hours of emotional interviews. Our exclusive analysis of hundreds of previously secret documents—some only unsealed by lawsuits brought by KQED— sheds light on misconduct and abuse within the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. Listen and follow now.