Lost Souls of America

This week is the three year anniversary of Mary's torture and murder. Her family is still fighting for justice. Please relisten to this special episode, near and dear to our hearts. This podcast was founded on the need to bring a voice to those who are not able to speak for themselves- Stories of the voiceless is our tagline. That's never been more true than for the vulnerable population of people with disabilities. According to disabilityjustice.org “While each situation is unique, most violent crimes occur because people with disabilities are viewed as ‘easy targets' due to an assumption that they are less capable of defending themselves physically. People with developmental disabilities are at particular risk because their cognitive abilities and social skills may be compromised, making them more susceptible to predators.” Tonight we invite you to join one family's quest for justice and change in the name of their loved one, brutally murdered by people pretending to care for her. This is the case of Mary Santina Collins. Listener discretion is advised. https://www.facebook.com/Marysvoice/http://www.marysvoice.comFor more information visit us at LostSoulsofAmerica.comTo submit a case please fill out at form at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11GBgTu8FMrKLUAoDxXc-0Ao7EuSuqkTbMbKENL1b-Jw/editVisit us on social media @lostsoulsofamericaFollow host Jamie Day @lovejamiedayMusic by Aaron Schilb aaronschilb.comArchildsproductions.com

Advancements in technology have made it so that we're being recorded almost everywhere we go all the time. Security footage has closed countless cases, proving theories beyond doubt with solid forensic video evidence. But what happens when all of the compiled footage reveals…nothing at all. Join us tonight to take a closer look at the baffling disappearance of an Ohio State med student who simply vanishes from inside a crowded bar . We will also discuss updates in the Alex Murdaugh case (Episodes 15 & 16), and the Franklin County John Doe 2007 who is fundraising genetic testing at https://dnadoeproject.org/case/franklin-co-john-doe-2007/Be sure to listen to the end for your Calls to Action to learn how you can help resolve a case. This is the story of Brian Shaffer. Listener discretion is advised. For more information visit us at LostSoulsofAmerica.comTo submit a case please fill out at form at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11GBgTu8FMrKLUAoDxXc-0Ao7EuSuqkTbMbKENL1b-Jw/editVisit us on social media @lostsoulsofamericaFollow host Jamie Day @lovejamiedayFollow cohost/ editor Emily Barnard @emilyandherstarsMusic by Aaron Schilb aaronschilb.com

With the recent overturning of the Adnan Syed conviction, we're reminded now more than ever that we can't forget the victims at the heart of the matter. How can families hold out hope for justice when it seems the world is against them? Tonight's story is one of murder, yes, but at the center of our story is a mother who's will to do right in this world for her baby surpasses what many human beings think they'd be capable of. This is the story of the murder of Angie Dodge, and the wrongful conviction of Christopher Tapp. Listener Discretion is advised. Join me tonight for a crossover event with Kate + Kri! You can find their fun, funny lifestyle and wellness podcast Coffee with Kate and Kri wherever you listen, and on Instagram @kate.and.kri. For more information on the Group Reading Halloween event, please visit their social media or @lovejamieday For more information visit us at LostSoulsofAmerica.comTo submit a case please fill out at form at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11GBgTu8FMrKLUAoDxXc-0Ao7EuSuqkTbMbKENL1b-Jw/editVisit us on social media @lostsoulsofamericaFollow host Jamie Day @lovejamiedayMusic by Aaron Schilb aaronschilb.com

Pride month is coming to a close, so as a straight person I asked a couple of friends what Pride means to them. One told me “In my opinion: Pride is the reminder that at the center of what is most precious to us is the will to protect it.”Tonight we're going to dive into two very different stories involving unsolved murders of gay men in an effort to shine some light on one of the the true dangers of homophobia: dehumanization. This is a tale of two cities, this is a tale of two Kevins. These are the cases of Kevin Fret and Kevin Clewer. Listener discretion is advised. Investigators are asking for help with evidence about the suspect known as Fernando for the murder of Kevin Clewer. They believe the suspect was NOT actually named Fernando and most likely only used that name as a ruse when he met Kevin that night. The suspect is of Puerto Rican descent and he fled to Puerto Rico after the murder, though he has returned back and forth to Chicago sometimes. This suspect was a member of the gay community in Chicago at the time. He was known for theft and prostitution. They believe the suspect has bragged to his friends about luring intoxicated men back to their apartments for sex and then robbing them. They believe aside from the murder, this is an established pattern of behavior. t's also believed that people who know him would be absolutely shocked to find he was responsible for stabbing Kevin Clewer 40 times, that it doesn't fit his outward display of his appearance or personality at all.Please call the Chicago police department if this sounds like anyone you know, even if you're not sure.For more information visit us at LostSoulsofAmerica.comTo submit a case please fill out at form at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11GBgTu8FMrKLUAoDxXc-0Ao7EuSuqkTbMbKENL1b-Jw/editVisit us on social media @lostsoulsofamericaFollow host Jamie Day @lovejamiedayMusic by Aaron Schilb aaronschilb.comArchildsproductions.com

Join Jamie and Amelia this week as they talk about the importance of Trans Awareness and the cases of Nikki Kuhnhausen of Washington and "Julie Doe" of Clermont, FL. In honor of Nikki Kuhnhausen and House Bill 1687 Known as the Nikki Kuhnhausen Act visit LGBTQBar.org to see where your state stacks up on the LGBTQ+ Panic defense, then call your local government and get involved. Please check out our website and see if any of the photos of Julie Doe look like someone you knew prior to 1988. Share the images, especially if you have a long standing family in southern Florida- ask them to share it as well. The Trans Doe Task Force finds and researches cases of LGBTQ+ missing and murdered persons, especially focusing on unidentified individuals who may have been transgender. TDTF advises and educates the public, media, and forensic professionals about the needs of and differences between Trans Doe cases and other Doe cases. The TDTF can also assist law enforcement departments, medical examiners, and forensic anthropologists with getting their cases worked on by forensic genetic genealogists and has a Trans-led forensic genetic genealogy team in house. Check them out at https://transdoetaskforce.org/ For more information visit us at LostSoulsofAmerica.comTo submit a case please fill out at form at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11GBgTu8FMrKLUAoDxXc-0Ao7EuSuqkTbMbKENL1b-Jw/editVisit us on social media @lostsoulsofamericaFollow host Jamie Day @lovejamiedayMusic by Aaron Schilb aaronschilb.comArchildsproductions.com

Imagine a fun night out in a trendy gay bar in San Francisco in 1974. You feel a freedom to be yourself in a place where you belong, surrounded by others who understand and support you. Then a handsome stranger approaches you and introduces himself as a cartoonist. He says he's noticed you from across the room and hands you a little portrait he made of you on a napkin. You're swooned, and you enjoy some drinks and dancing with your new friend before he finally convinces you to go somewhere more private. It's not until your body is found buried in the brush that you realize you've come to lovers lane with a serial killer. This is the case of the unsolved murders of Gerald Cavanaugh, Joseph Jae Stevens, Klaus Christmann, Frederick Capin, Harald Gullberg, Warren Andrews, and the other unnamed victims of The Doodler Killer. Listener discretion is advised. Investigators believe that the killer may still be living as an openly gay man in the San Fransisco Bay Area, never having faced justice. Please take a look at and distribute the updated aged sketch. Anyone with information on this case or with possible leads can contact Homocide cold case investigator Daniel Cunningham at 1-415-553-9515 or email him at daniel.cunningham@sfgov.org. If you with to remain anonymous you may call SFPD Tip Line at 1-415-575-4444 or Text-A-Tip to 847411For more information visit us at LostSoulsofAmerica.comTo submit a case please fill out at form at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11GBgTu8FMrKLUAoDxXc-0Ao7EuSuqkTbMbKENL1b-Jw/editVisit us on social media @lostsoulsofamericaFollow host Jamie Day @lovejamiedayMusic by Aaron Schilb aaronschilb.comArchildsproductions.com

After a beautiful week visiting family, a teenage girl sets off to catch her flight home to Arizona and is never seen again. She's supposedly dropped off at the airport but then a series of puzzling text messages begin to alarm her loved ones as they realize she never gets on her flight. When her suitcase is found discarded in a ditch two days later, the investigation swings into action. But the more detectives dig, the less they seem to understand. Without the cooperation of the last person to see her alive, can this case ever be solved? This is the case of the disappearance of Katelin Akens. Listener discretion is advised. For more information visit us at LostSoulsofAmerica.comTo submit a case please fill out at form at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11GBgTu8FMrKLUAoDxXc-0Ao7EuSuqkTbMbKENL1b-Jw/editVisit us on social media @lostsoulsofamericaFollow host Jamie Day @lovejamiedayMusic by Aaron Schilb aaronschilb.comArchildsproductions.com

Andrea Knabel disappeared in the summer of 2019, and still has not been located nearly 3 years later. The 37 year old mother of two left her sister's home in Louisville, KY around 1 am that August 13th before walking on foot the short trek back to their mothers' house. What happens next has been heavily speculated on, but one thing is for sure- someone somewhere knows where she is today. Join us this week as we sit down with Andrea's sister, Erin Knabel, and her father, Mike Knabel, as they share with us details about who Andrea is as a person and new details surrounding the night Andrea went missing, as well as letting us know there are persons of interest in the case. Find out more about how you can help by joining the Finding Andrea Facebook Page at https://www.facebook.com/Findingsndrea/For more information visit us at LostSoulsofAmerica.comTo submit a case please fill out at form at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11GBgTu8FMrKLUAoDxXc-0Ao7EuSuqkTbMbKENL1b-Jw/editVisit us on social media @lostsoulsofamericaFollow host Jamie Day @lovejamiedayMusic by Aaron Schilb aaronschilb.comArchildsproductions.com

Taking a plane trip is one of the most exciting things I can think of. There's something so joyous about waking up somewhere, hopping a simple flight, and going to bed somewhere completely new. But what happens when your flight doesn't go as planned? Join us tonight to discuss three long unsolved investigations of people who seemed to disappear mid air. Some puzzles really stand the test of time, inviting curious sleuths from all over the globe to come together in an effort to solve history's greatest mysteries. These are the cases of Frederich Valentich, Amelia Earheart, and DB Cooper. Listener discretion is advised. For more information visit us at LostSoulsofAmerica.comTo submit a case please fill out at form at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11GBgTu8FMrKLUAoDxXc-0Ao7EuSuqkTbMbKENL1b-Jw/editVisit us on social media @lostsoulsofamericaFollow host Jamie Day @lovejamiedayMusic by Aaron Schilb aaronschilb.comArchildsproductions.com

When a vibrant, enthusiastic, loving young mother of two goes missing in Utah in 2009, friends and family begin to piece together the sinister truth of what was really going on behind closed doors. Instead of helping search for his missing wife, the husband recruits his family for a smear campaign on her character, unlocking a chain of events that would end in complete and utter tragedy. Join us tonight as we expose the lengthy list of red flags from an abusive husband and his obsessive father. This is the case of the disappearance of Susan Cox Powell, and the horrific murders of Charlie and Braden Powell. Listener discretion is advised. If you feel unsafe or at risk in your home, please do not wait until it's too late. Call the U.S. National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233, visit https://www.thehotline.org/ or text LOVEIS to 22522For more information visit us at LostSoulsofAmerica.comTo submit a case please fill out at form at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11GBgTu8FMrKLUAoDxXc-0Ao7EuSuqkTbMbKENL1b-Jw/editVisit us on social media @lostsoulsofamericaFollow host Jamie Day @lovejamiedayMusic by Aaron Schilb aaronschilb.comArchildsproductions.com

The women of the Lumbee tribe of North Carolina make a strong, beautiful, powerful portion of the population. Yet somehow they keep turning up missing or even murdered. In the spring of 2017, the bodies of three young mothers were found disposed of like garbage. Though no one is sure how many of these cases are connected, a community lives in absolute fear that a serial killer may be preying on their women. Join us this week for our calls to action in observance of the MMIW National Week of Action, April 29th to May 5th 2022. We had to make a choice on which of the thousands of cases we could share tonight. We wish we could fit them all in, and we hope that you'll be inspired to learn about more. These are the cases of Rhonda Jones, Christina Bennett, and Megan Oxendine. We will also share with you a few more of the unsolved missing and murdered Lumbee women in an effort to keep these cases on everyone's hearts: Cynthia Jacobs, Sarah Nicole Graham, Lauren Holmes, Lisa Hardin, and Michelle Driggers. Listener discretion is advised. If you have any information about ANY of the unsolved crimes I spoke of tonight, please leave an anonymous top for the Robeson County Sheriff's Department at robesoncoso.org/reach-out/tips or contact the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigations at 800- 334-3000 Join the rally to support MMIW and their families on April 30th in Gibsonville at Northeast Park at 10amVisit the National Indigenous Women's Resource Center for LOTS of action steps you can take from anywhere: https://www.niwrc.org/mmiwnatlweek22 For more information visit us at LostSoulsofAmerica.comTo submit a case please fill out at form at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11GBgTu8FMrKLUAoDxXc-0Ao7EuSuqkTbMbKENL1b-Jw/editVisit us on social media @lostsoulsofamericaFollow host Jamie Day @lovejamiedayMusic by Aaron Schilb aaronschilb.comArchildsproductions.com

Today's criminal justice system is not without fault. The organization The Innocence Project To date, has helped to free or exonerate more than 200 people who, collectively, spent more than 3,600 years behind bars. Tonight we bring you an urgent plea for clemency for a mother who sits on death row and is scheduled to be executed by the state of Texas at the end of this month for the murder of her young daughter. The trouble is, many people believe there was no murder at all. We'll also share with you the posthumous exoneration of Timothy Cole, an example of Texas' complicated track record for convictions. Join us tonight to learn about this coerced confession and a disgraced DA's office. This is the case of Melissa Lucio. Listener discretion is advised. Melissa Lucio is scheduled to be executed on April 27, 2022 for a tragic accident. Call Texas Gov. Abbott and Texas Board of Pardons and Parole by dialing 956-446-2866. Call the Cameron County District Attorney at 956-300-3881 and ask him to withdraw Ms. Lucio's execution date. Sign the petition with The Innocence Project. Learn more about how you can help by visiting https://freemelissalucio.org/ and https://innocenceproject.org/petitions/stop-execution-of-innocent-melissa-lucio-texas/ #savemelissalucio For more information visit us at LostSoulsofAmerica.comTo submit a case please fill out at form at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11GBgTu8FMrKLUAoDxXc-0Ao7EuSuqkTbMbKENL1b-Jw/editVisit us on social media @lostsoulsofamericaFollow host Jamie Day @lovejamiedayMusic by Aaron Schilb aaronschilb.comArchildsproductions.com

On an unseasonably warm February day, two eighth grade girls head out for some fresh air and sunshine in the little town of Delphi, Indiana. Their families never could have imagined the prolonged horror that lay waiting for them in the woods. Despite video and audio evidence of the suspect, five years later no arrests have been made for their murders. Tonight we share with you the continued plea to take just one minute and see if you recognize this man- before he hurts anyone else. This is the case of Abigail Williams and Liberty German and the killer on the high bridge.. Listener discretion is advised. If you have any information about the murders of Abigail Williams and Liberty German, or any tips regarding someone you think fits the description of the suspect, or any information about the @anthony_shots profile please contact the FBI or the Indiana state police at Email: abbyandlibbytip@cacoshrf.com Or Tip Line: (765) 822-3535 https://www.facebook.com/groups/777974546393585/For more information visit us at LostSoulsofAmerica.comTo submit a case please fill out at form at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11GBgTu8FMrKLUAoDxXc-0Ao7EuSuqkTbMbKENL1b-Jw/editVisit us on social media @lostsoulsofamericaFollow host Jamie Day @lovejamiedayMusic by Aaron Schilb aaronschilb.comArchildsproductions.com

On a cold March night in 2004, a 17 year old girl finished her shift at work and headed down a dark country road in northern Vermont. Though her car was found reversed into an old abandoned building, no one is sure what fate she met that night. Over the years the search for her has continued tirelessly, but speculation seems to have spread, confusing fact with fiction and impeding the investigation. Join us tonight for a special interview with Chief Louis Barry of the non-profit organization Private Investigations for the Missing, where he helps us sort out the facts for the most accurate and up to date telling of this story as possible. This is the case of Brianna Maitland. Listener discretion is advised. Learn more and donate at https://investigationsforthemissing.org/All information in this episode is accurate as of 4/04/2022For more information visit us at LostSoulsofAmerica.comTo submit a case please fill out at form at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11GBgTu8FMrKLUAoDxXc-0Ao7EuSuqkTbMbKENL1b-Jw/editVisit us on social media @lostsoulsofamericaFollow host Jamie Day @lovejamiedayMusic by Aaron Schilb aaronschilb.comArchildsproductions.com

This podcast was founded on the need to bring a voice to those who are not able to speak for themselves- Stories of the voiceless is our tagline. That's never been more true than for the vulnerable population of people with disabilities. According to disabilityjustice.org “While each situation is unique, most violent crimes occur because people with disabilities are viewed as ‘easy targets' due to an assumption that they are less capable of defending themselves physically. People with developmental disabilities are at particular risk because their cognitive abilities and social skills may be compromised, making them more susceptible to predators.” Tonight we invite you to join one family's quest for justice and change in the name of their loved one, brutally murdered by people pretending to care for her. This is the case of Mary Santina Collins. Listener discretion is advised. https://www.facebook.com/Marysvoice/http://www.marysvoice.comFor more information visit us at LostSoulsofAmerica.comTo submit a case please fill out at form at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11GBgTu8FMrKLUAoDxXc-0Ao7EuSuqkTbMbKENL1b-Jw/editVisit us on social media @lostsoulsofamericaFollow host Jamie Day @lovejamiedayMusic by Aaron Schilb aaronschilb.comArchildsproductions.com

A young couple returning to their camp site for a night of sleeping under the stars is met with foul play. The beautiful bohemian newlyweds should have been continuing to build their dream life together. Instead they were gunned down, and left for dead. Tonight we have a special guest interview for you as we speak directly to the victims' family for an inside look at this brutal crime. Join us for an urgent call to action, because the police are seeking the public's help to solve this recent double homicide. This is the case of Crystal Turner and Kylen Shulte. Listener discretion is advised. **CORRECTION** FOR THE CALL TO ACTION THE LOCATION IS FR651 NOT FR681*Please be advised this is a current investigation and new details are being added everyday. We will update you in new episodes as needed. For the most up to date information follow the resources suggested in the episode.https://www.gofundme.com/f/syezh3-homicide-expense?member=15473551&sharetype=teams&utm_campaign=p_na+share-sheet&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=customerFor more information visit us at LostSoulsofAmerica.comTo submit a case please fill out at form at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11GBgTu8FMrKLUAoDxXc-0Ao7EuSuqkTbMbKENL1b-Jw/editVisit us on social media @lostsoulsofamericaFollow host Jamie Day @lovejamiedayMusic by Aaron Schilb aaronschilb.comArchildsproductions.com

A privileged heiress with a bottomless trust fund. A literary brilliance at the forefront of the New Age Spiritual movement. And unwavering ambition to reach the next level met with a daily ketamine habit. A deadly combination which led to a tragic disappearance in 1979. Was The Psychic murdered? Or is it possible, as some believe, that she reached such a high state of consciousness that her physical body dematerialized? 40 years later, history repeats itself with another eerie twist of fate. This is the story of Marcia Moore. Listener discretion is advised.Plus! Amelia shares the story of Gaurav Tiwari a thirty-two year old celebrity paranormal investigator found dead in his home in Dwarka India in 2016 and tells about the strange death of Zigmund Adamski and possible abduction of Alan Godfrey in West Yorkshire, England in 1980. For more information visit us at LostSoulsofAmerica.comTo submit a case please fill out at form at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11GBgTu8FMrKLUAoDxXc-0Ao7EuSuqkTbMbKENL1b-Jw/editVisit us on social media @lostsoulsofamericaFollow host Jamie Day @lovejamiedayMusic by Aaron Schilb aaronschilb.comArchildsproductions.com

We've all been there before- confronted with a mistake and tempted to tell just a little white lie to get ourselves out of trouble. But the problem with lies is that they have a way of multiplying, and once one lie is uncovered, the rest of them all begin to unravel. If you haven't already caught up with the Murdaugh's, go one episode back and listen to Part 1 of this 2 parter where we discuss a tragic wrongful death- one that, as you'll soon see, uncovered a trail of even more bodies. Tonight we dive deeper into the allegations of crimes and unanswered questions that have recently come to light for this disgraced family of former glory. It's all unfolding right now, before our eyes. Join us tonight for a special Part 2 of a 2 part episode of this ongoing investigation. This is the story of Life and Death among the Murdaughs. Listener discretion is advised. For more information visit us at LostSoulsofAmerica.comTo submit a case please fill out at form at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11GBgTu8FMrKLUAoDxXc-0Ao7EuSuqkTbMbKENL1b-Jw/editVisit us on social media @lostsoulsofamericaFollow host Jamie Day @lovejamiedayMusic by Aaron Schilb aaronschilb.comArchildsproductions.com

When you're a member of a prominent family in a southern town, you can get away with a lot of things. But some people believe that if you abuse your power and privilege too much, eventually Karma will catch up with you. Tonight we hear the tragic story of one poor decision and it's deadly consequences- a prelude to how that horrible accident uncovered a myriad of secrets that will make you wonder what's next. It's all unfolding right now, before our eyes. Join us tonight for a special Part 1 of a 2 part episode of this ongoing investigation. This is the story of Life and Death among the Murdaughs.Donate to Mals Palz at https://malspalz.com/For more information visit us at LostSoulsofAmerica.comTo submit a case please fill out at form at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11GBgTu8FMrKLUAoDxXc-0Ao7EuSuqkTbMbKENL1b-Jw/editVisit us on social media @lostsoulsofamericaFollow host Jamie Day @lovejamiedayMusic by Aaron Schilb aaronschilb.comArchildsproductions.com

According to the CDC Child abuse and neglect are common. At least 1 in 7 children have experienced child abuse and/or neglect in the past year, and this is likely an underestimate. In 2019, 1,840 children died of abuse and neglect in the United States. Tonight we share with you just two tragic stories of the countless children who have been victims of abuse and neglect at the hands of those who are supposed to love them and protect them above all else. These are the cases of Harmony Montgomery and the Opelika Jane DoeFor more information visit us at LostSoulsofAmerica.comTo submit a case please fill out at form at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11GBgTu8FMrKLUAoDxXc-0Ao7EuSuqkTbMbKENL1b-Jw/editVisit us on social media @lostsoulsofamericaFollow host Jamie Day @lovejamiedayMusic by Aaron Schilb aaronschilb.comArchildsproductions.com

Imagine if you will, locking eyes with someone across a crowded room. You can feel that instant spark of connection and attraction. You smile, they smile back, and now here they come to introduce themselves! A new romance is born. There's little more exciting than the butterflies in the stomach phase of new love. That hopeful excitement of wondering if you found your perfect match, the person that's the lid to your pot, someone who compliments everything you're about, and you both make each other better people. Ahhh… Except, what happens when your picker is off? How can you be sure your perfect partner isn't really a monster in disguise? These are the cases of the Wife Killer, the Boyfriend Killer, and the Schoolgirl Killers, and their tragic tales of LOVE GONE WRONG. Listener discretion is advised. To ask the Bridgeport, CT police to continue to look into the Lauren Smith-Wells investigation you can call their non-emergency line at 203-576-7671 or the office of Bridgeport Mayor Joseph P. Ganim at 203-576-7201. At the time this episode is being released an investigation into the death of Lauren Smith-Fields has been opened and Bridgeport Police detectives Kevin Cronin and Angel Llanos have been placed on administrative leave due to a "lack of sensitivity to the public and failure to follow police policy" following their handling of Ms. Smith-Fields death. On February 4, 2022 BuzzFeed article noted "Since 2017, at least 14 people have filed complaints or lawsuits accusing the Bridgeport Police Department of civil rights violations, including excessive force and racial discrimination.". No arrests have been made but the investigation into the death of Lauren Smith-Fields is ongoing.For more information visit us at LostSoulsofAmerica.comTo submit a case please fill out at form at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11GBgTu8FMrKLUAoDxXc-0Ao7EuSuqkTbMbKENL1b-Jw/editVisit us on social media @lostsoulsofamericaFollow host Jamie Day @lovejamiedayMusic by Aaron Schilb aaronschilb.comArchildsproductions.com

On the evening of April 3rd, 2004, a group of friends headed out of town to a house party at a remote country farmhouse. One by one the friends parted ways, and one young man found himself stranded with the enemy. 27 days later that man's body was found in a place that had been searched multiple times. Police dismissiveness and botched forensic pathology derailed the investigation from the onset. Fifteen years later it got a fresh new start, thanks to a family of warriors, and true crime fanatics like you and me! Join us tonight to learn about the updates to this unsolved mystery. This is the case of Alonzo Brooks. Listener discretion is advised.The FBI is offering a $100,000 reward for information leading to a conviction in the death of Alonzo Brooks. Anyone with any information about what happened to Alonzo on the night of April 3rd 2004 is encouraged to call the FBI at 816-512-8200. You can also submit an anonymous tip online at tips.fbi.govFor more information visit us at LostSoulsofAmerica.comTo submit a case please fill out at form at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11GBgTu8FMrKLUAoDxXc-0Ao7EuSuqkTbMbKENL1b-Jw/editVisit us on social media @lostsoulsofamericaFollow Host Jamie Day @lovejamiedayMusic by Aaron Schilb aaronschilb.comarchildsproductions.com

A young college student set out to celebrate the end of the school year with friends, but tragically vanished into thin air before the sun rose. When his car ended up in a ditch on his way home, his parents attempted to rescue him where he said he would be, but they mysteriously couldn't find each other. Before the young man's phone cut out forever, his ominous last words to his father hung in the air. This is a case where the deeper you dig, the less you understand. Join us tonight to hear the story with inexplicable details so head scratching that we've provided you with a map. This is the case of Brandon Swanson. Listener discretion is advised. For more information or to submit your own case visit us at LostSoulsofAmerica.comVisit us on social media @lostsoulsofamericaMusic by Aaron Schilb aaronschilb.com

A community is gripped by fear as a brutal killer stalks little black girls in the early 1970's. Join us tonight to hear how the media garnered FBI involvment, and how the Washington DC police literally destroyed their best chance at solving the murders of metropolitan area's first serial killer. This is the case of Carol Spinks, Darlenia Johnson, Brenda Crockett, Nenomoshia Yates, Brenda Woodard, and Diane Williams- the known victims of the Freeway Phantom. Listener discretion is advised. For more information or to submit your own case visit us at LostSoulsofAmerica.comVisit us on social media @lostsoulsofamericaMusic by Aaron Schilb aaronschilb.com

In the sunny Sunday morning hours, a teenager returns home after a sleepover to get dressed for church and walks into a waking nightmare. The brutalized, bound bodies of her family lay just beyond the door. An attack so vicious, so brutal, that she couldn't even tell who was who. Buried evidence, and shotty police work undermined the investigation from the start- Could this be simply gross negligence, or is there a police corruption scandal at play here? Though the case has remained unsolved for 30 years, detectives who are still deep into the investigation are pushing hard to finally bring closure to the small resort town in northern California. And the new Sheriff is ready to right the wrongs of his predecessor. This is the case of the Sharp family murders in Cabin 28. For more information or to submit your own case visit us at LostSoulsofAmerica.comVisit us on social media @lostsoulsofamericaMusic by Aaron Schilb aaronschilb.com

When an incredibly talented rising star went missing from his college campus in 2007, investigators were led down an alarming trail of bizarre behavior. Were police too quick to dismiss the mysterious panic filled phone calls as a mental health break? Could foul play have led to a devastating consequence? Join us tonight to hear one man's story, then share his photos and keep your eyes peeled, because YOU may be the one to help bring him home. This is the case of Neo Babson Maximus, also known as Charlie Allen Jr. If you have any information on this case please reach out to the Dartmouth Police Department at 508-910-1775 For more information or to submit your own case visit us at LostSoulsofAmerica.comVisit us on social media @lostsoulsofamericaMusic by Aaron Schilb aaronschilb.com

When a young girl is snatched off the back of her bicycle in 1996, an eye witness gives a solid description of the truck and the man who took her. It wasn't until the evening news aired that her story and the kidnapper's profile became local knowledge. But by then it was too late. Her abused body was recovered 4 days later, and the truck was in the wind. If only there'd been a way to get the description out immediately and urgently, perhaps her life would have been saved. Her mother's crusade to help prevent further tragedy has created an international movement that's gone on to save lives in the little girl's honor, but her murder still remains unsolved. This is the case of Amber Hagerman, and the Amber Alert System.Learn more about the Amber Alert System by visiting Amberalert.ojp.govFor more information or to submit your own case visit us at LostSoulsofAmerica.comVisit us on social media @lostsoulsofamericaMusic by Aaron Schilb aaronschilb.com

It's Christmas Eve, 1996. A beautiful dedicated mother is introducing her family to her new love interest for the very first time. She's feeling a sense of fresh hope as she celebrates the blessings all around her. The family passes food and shares the love and her new honey gets the family seal of approval as they say their “see you tomorrow's” None of them have any idea this is the last holiday they'll have together. Within 24 hours, she'll be gone. This is the case of Patty VaughanFor more information or to submit your own case visit us at LostSoulsofAmerica.comVisit us on social media @lostsoulsofamericaMusic by Aaron Schilb aaronschilb.com

In the sunny glow of a chilly December morning, a woman set up a festive holiday scene. Next to her Christmas tree, she sat down and mixed herself a cocktail, listening to some of her favorite comedy tracks and having one last hardy laugh. She then placed a plastic bag over her head, taped it closed, and asphyxiated to death. Though her body was found almost immediately, her case has remained a mystery for 25 years. Was she overcome with loneliness? Did she grieve for a child like the clues suggest? We may never know, but we may be able to help put the mystery of her identity to rest, and perhaps help her family find closure. This is the case of The Christmas Tree Lady. Feeling overwhelmed and need someone to talk to? Visit https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/For more information or to submit your own case visit us at LostSoulsofAmerica.comVisit us on social media @lostsoulsofamericaMusic by Aaron Schilb aaronschilb.com

When a young woman doesn't reach out to her family, they grow concerned. It's not until days later when a witness comes forward with a shocking and horrifying revelation they realize something is terribly terribly wrong. Their beloved daughter had been seen dragged from a home against her will with a gun, and put into a black Mercedes. Nearly 4 years later, and she's never been seen since and no one has been convicted for the crimes against her. Many believe this case has suffered due to jurisdictional communications and a general lack of media attention- an EPIDEMIC in indigenous communities. How can a violent abduction at gunpoint with witnesses, by a known man with a criminal history still be an unresolved case? Well, this is one family who will NEVER give up hope in the fight for justice. This is the case of Khadijah Britton.Submit missing person cases by going to our google form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11GBgTu8FMrKLUAoDxXc-0Ao7EuSuqkTbMbKENL1b-Jw/edit For more information or to submit your own case visit us at LostSoulsofAmerica.comVisit us on social media @lostsoulsofamericaMusic by Aaron Schilb aaronschilb.com

On a hot and humid day in July of 2018, hikers discovered the thin, frail deceased body of a man in a tent in the Everglades in Florida. Though no identification could be found, the man had food, water, and over three thousand dollars in cash. First responders also noted notebooks full of complex gaming code and other mysterious items indicating this intelligent man had many tools at his disposal, so the circumstances which led to his death of natural causes was unclear and confusing. The Collier County sheriffs office went right to work distributing the sketch of unidentified man. To their excitement, tons of people came forward recognizing right away! They'd spent a lot of time together hiking the Appalachian trail from states as far north as New York, chatting, sharing meals, getting to know each other! The problem was- not a one of them knew the man's name. They'd simply called him Mostly Harmless. That is, until the Doe warriors of the internet got a hold of the story and countless people and groups across the globe joined forces to solve this case and return his identity. Join me tonight as we speak with special guest Natasha Teasley to hear the incredible inside story of how the internet worked together to close a case, and how YOU can be part of closing the next case! This is the story of (drumroll please!) Vance Rodriguez. Thank you to Natasha Teasley! Visist her at twosistersadventure.comTo learn more about, or donate to, the Galveston John Doe visit https://dnasolves.com/articles/galveston_beach_remains/For more information or to submit your own case visit us at LostSoulsofAmerica.comVisit us on social media @lostsoulsofamericaMusic by Aaron Schilb aaronschilb.com

It's every parent's worst nightmare. Your youngest baby, here one moment and then gone in the blink of an eye. Ripped from the safety of your own home. At a time when a little girl should be enjoying her first year of kindergarten, instead the country holds ourbreath for her safe return. But with searches and investigation still under way, this is anything but a cold case. Rampant internet rumors fuel a frenzy behind the scenes as investigators seem no closer to an answer. Join us tonight as we look at the known facts in the recent disappearance of a vibrant five year old in rural Tennessee. This is the case of Summer WellsFor more information or to submit your own case visit us at LostSoulsofAmerica.comThis episode was recorded on 11/1/21.Visit us on social media @lostsoulsofamericaMusic by Aaron Schilb aaronschilb.com

On a hot summer night in 2012, a free spirited 21 year old woman disappears from her own apartment without a trace. After having been surrounded by people all evening, including multiple run ins with law enforcement, investigators are baffled by how the young woman seems to vanish into thin air, leaving no clues as to her whereabouts or what may have happened to her. Doubt swirls around those last to have seen her alive, though no evidence points any one direction. 9 years later, are we finally getting closer to knowing what happened to this beloved daughter and friend? This is the case of Kortne Stouffer To keep an eye out for Kortne's Tie Dye Fundraiser for the 10th year missing, join: facebook.com/Kortne-Stouffer-Remember-Me-587604727928993/For more information or to submit your own case visit us at LostSoulsofAmerica.comVisit us on social media @lostsoulsofamericaMusic by Aaron Schilb aaronschilb.com

Join host Jamie Day and producer Amelia Childs Schwartzman each week as they come together to help shine light and take action on some unresolved true crime cases. You can find more details about each case and ways to help on our Instagram and Facebook: @lostsoulsofamerica as well as on our website at LostSoulsofAmerica.com These are the stories of the voiceless. These are the Lost Souls of America.