Podcasts about missing child

The morning of Friday May 25, 1979, started out like just another day for Julie Patz; her husband Stan, a photographer; and their children, eight-year-old Shira, six-year-old Etan and two-year-old Ari. It was a busy morning. Julie ran a daycare out of her Soho loft at 113 Prince Street in New York City, and she was getting her own kids ready for the day and at the same time, preparing for the influx of kids who would be arriving soon. Shira didn’t want to roll out of bed, but Etan, who his family described as a sweet, loving and friendly boy, was excited to start the school day. Six-year-old Etan asked his mom if he could walk the two short blocks to the school bus stop alone - for the very first time. Since it was the last few weeks of the school year, his mom said that would be okay. Etan had a plan. He had a dollar in his pocket, which a neighborhood handyman had given him the day before when Etan helped him in his workshop. Etan was going to stop at the corner bodega at Prince and West Broadway, and buy a soda before getting on the bus. Julie walked Etan downstairs, and as she watched him walk down the street before going back upstairs, she told herself that it was only two blocks. That was the last time that Julie ever saw her son. This case became a huge story not just in New York but in the entire country. Etan Patz became the literal poster child for missing children, and Julie and her husband Stan were the living embodiment of every parent’s worst nightmare. What if your child disappeared one day, and you never found out what really happened to them? Forty-six years later, this case is still active. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stefanie Damron's parents say that their 13-year-old daughter walked out the door and into the woods one September afternoon in 2024, and she hasn't been seen or heard from since. They have their own suspicions about what happened to her, but so far, a multi-agency effort hasn't been able to prove what happened to Stefanie more than a year later.Active missing persons cases are some of the most challenging cases to cover. At the same time, active missing persons cases, especially when a child is missing under suspicious or concerning circumstances, are the cases that need the most urgent attention. Uncovering information while leads are still warm is critical.That's why I'm releasing two episodes today. These two missing persons cases out of Maine need a signal boost in a big way. So please, listen, share, and get their names and faces out there. Investigators need more information to bring them home.Stefanie was last seen wearing blue jeans, a long-sleeved blue shirt, and black Harley Davidson hiking boots. She is a white female, 13 years old at the time she was reported missing, with brown shoulder-length hair, green eyes, 5 feet tall, and 130 pounds.If you have information about the disappearance of Stefanie Damron, please contact the Maine State Police Houlton Barracks at (207) 532-5400 or call the FBI's toll-free tipline at 1 (800)-CALL-FBI. You can also submit a tip via the FBI form.The FBI is offering a $15,000 reward for information leading to the safe return of Stefanie Damron and/or information leading to the arrest and prosecution of anyone involved in her disappearance. View source material and photos for this episode at: darkdowneast.com/stefaniedamronDark Downeast is an Audiochuck and Kylie Media production hosted by Kylie Low.Follow @darkdowneast on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTokTo suggest a case visit darkdowneast.com/submit-case Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

OMG, there's a missing child! And for once, a bunch of middle-school girls actually *are* the best people to solve this, because the adults are busy making casseroles and phoning Kristy to trauma-dump. Meanwhile, Mary Anne makes Jell-O. On today's agenda: cutting-edge computer technology; a mysterious lack of Jessi; a catalogue of OSHA violations; Barratt family revisionism; how to get your kissing face just right; cutting-edge weapons technology; historical turnip grievances; Stoneybrook's rich Francophone heritage; cutting-edge time-travelling cassette-tape technology. Our theme song is ‘The Incredible Shrinking Larry' by Matt Oakley and ‘Big Band Jingle A' is by Lobo Loco, both on the Free Music Archive. If you like our show, tell a friend, rate and review on your podcast app of choice, drop us an email, or come say hi on Instagram! We also have a ko-fi and we're real self-conscious about it!

Ryker Webb was just 3 years old when he vanished from his backyard in Montana. A full-scale search turned up nothing. No tracks. No clues.And then — two days later — he came back.Alone. Cold. And with a look in his eyes no toddler should ever have.Source Material:https://www.kpax.com/news/western-montana-news/lincoln-county-sheriff-recounts-finding-young-missing-childhttps://www.krtv.com/news/child-reported-missing-in-lincoln-county-has-been-foundhttps://nbcmontana.com/news/local/lincoln-co-boy-in-good-spirits-after-going-missinghttps://abcnews.go.com/US/boy-found-montana-woods-missing-48-hours/story?id=85283048https://www.outdoorlife.com/survival/missing-montana-boy-found/https://www.nbcwashington.com/news/national-international/tale-of-survival-how-a-lost-3-year-old-boy-survived-two-days-alone-in-rural-montana/3072123/Music Credit:1. CAN'T SLEEPMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/locran/cant-sleepLicense code: HAVIXRYL3KM0XULJ 2. LIGHTLESS DAWNMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/kevin-macleod/lightless-dawnLicense code: PFYUGTZVDWOCBNLK 3. SOLVING THE CRIME2021-09-06_-_Solving_The_Crime_-_David_Fesliyan.mp3Connect with us: killerhearttohearts@gmail.comFollow us on: Tik TokFollow us on: InstagramLike us on: FacebookFollow us on: Twitter

Send us a textOn July 4, 2016, David Isaiah Goodwin (age 25)  murdered Wendy Tamagne (age 37) and then dismembered her body and shoved her remains into trashbags.Sources: 1) https://wcti12.com/news/local/deliberations-finish-jury-begins-discussion-of-sentencing-for-david-godwin2) https://www.wnct.com/news/david-godwin-sentenced-to-death-justice-has-been-served/3) https://www.jdnews.com/news/murder-suspect-to-be-returned-to-carteret-county-to-face-charges/article_3d2ca89e-a450-5cc6-9941-4f1e0c8e4aee.html4) https://www.newbernsj.com/news/local/wendy-tamagne-remembered-as-caring-friendly/article_dfa05da8-d8ab-5827-8e18-e82585b744f0.html5) https://www.gofundme.com/f/welovewendyraeSupport the show

Paul reports to Mick from the scene in Donabate as gardai find skeletal remains in the grim search for a missing 2 year old boy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gardaí investigating the disappearance of a missing child have discovered skeletal remains in Donabate, north County Dublin.Newstalk's Chief Reporter Barry Whyte now joins Kieran from the scene to give the latest updates.

AP correspondent Julie Walker reports prosecutors say they'll ask the Supreme Court to restore the conviction in Etan Patz missing child case.

In 2008, nine-year-old Shannon Matthews vanished on her way home from school, sparking one of Britain's largest ever missing child hunts. For 24 days the nation searched, prayed, and donated. But when Shannon was found alive less than a mile from home, the truth was more shocking than anyone imagined. This is the story of betrayal, manipulation, and the mother who staged her daughter's disappearance.The One Minute Remaining LIVE show in Melbourne tix on sale NOWBecome a Patreon or Apple + subscriber now for ealry and ad free access from as little as $1.69 a week. All the details here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a textSometimes on this podcast, or in true crime in general, there's discussion over so-called “black widows,” or women who have had multiple husbands die mysteriously, with the implication that they were responsible for those deaths. But that's not why we're here today. Today, we're going to talk about a bluebeard – yes, a man rather similar to a black widow, whose wives or partners mysteriously died. Support the show

The Ombudsman for Children Dr Niall Muldoon has said he is "extremely concerned" over the State's response to a boy who is missing in north county Dublin and presumed dead. Dr Niall Muldoon spoke to Ciara this morning with more on this.

The Ombudsman for Children Dr Niall Muldoon has said he is "extremely concerned" over the State's response to a boy who is missing in north county Dublin and presumed dead. Dr Niall Muldoon spoke to Ciara this morning with more on this.

Maura Fay, RTÉ Reporter

Dr. Joe Mooney is an Assistant Professor of Social Work at UCD and Peadar Tóibín, TD, Leader of Aontú

Justin Melanson, with Avio industries, calls in to talk about how he found a missing boy using his drone!

Donabate in Co Dublin is the centre of a garda search today into the whereabouts of a missing child who is now presumed dead. We go live to the investigation site. Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guest: Conor Feehan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textOver 40 years ago, on July 15th, 1984, in the rugged wilderness of the Madison Range in Montana, 22-year-old Kari Swenson went missing. Kari was a recent Montana State University graduate and rising star in the world of biathlon, a sport that combines cross country skiing and rifle shooting. One sunny morning in July, Kari went for a run on a scenic forest trail. She was actually hoping to see a grizzly bear during her run, as it was an animal she'd always wanted to see. But instead of a bear, she encountered two men. Sources: 1) https://www.bozemandailychronicle.com/100/newsmakers/mountain-men-kidnap-murder-captured-world-s-attention/article_b7b40ff8-c53e-11e0-b014-001cc4c03286.html 2) https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2017/aug/24/mountain-man-freed-32-years-after-kidnapping-athlete-to-be-sons-bride3) https://www.espn.com/olympics/story/_/id/28086785/30-30-podcast-how-gender-politics-tragedy-changed-kari-swenson-biathlon-generation4) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kari_Swenson Support the show

Gardaí have said today that they believe a missing boy in North Co. Dublin, who has not been seen for over three years, has died.The child is last known to have resided at The Gallery Apartments in Donabate. He would now be seven years old.Kieran is joined by Newstalk Reporter Emily Keegan, who is at the scene in Donabate, for the latest updates, and is also joined by Children's Rapporteur Caoilfhionn Gallagher and David Hall, CEO of the Lifeline Ambulance Service to discuss.

Send us a textOne unhinged person murders their in-laws and the sister of her mother-in-law via death cap mushrooms. Sources: 1) https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwy3ngr2n3vo2) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leongatha_mushroom_murders3) https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-11-02/police-charge-erin-patterson-mushroom-poisoning-deaths/1030566944) https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2025/apr/30/erin-patterson-mushroom-poisonings-murder-trial-ntwnfb5) https://www.skynews.com.au/australia-news/son-pays-tribute-to-extremely-thoughtful-and-generous-parents-gail-and-don-patterson-after-they-died-from-mushroom-poisoning-following-leongatha-lunch/news-story/2b5f5ad4e303390e5312c4077b7b46a96) https://www.sgst.com.au/news/memorial-service-brings-home-depth-of-korumburra-tragedy7) https://www.bbc.com/news/world-australia-670029188) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amanita_phalloides9) https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-10-04/mushroom-poisoning-victim-heather-wilkinson-memorial-service/10292952610) https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-10/gail-don-patterson-heather-ian-wilkinson-erin-patterson-mushroom/105513208Support the show

Send us a textOn May 13, 1998, the body of a woman was found on the side of I-85 in Spartanburg, South Carolina. On September 25 of the same year, the body of a young boy was found underneath a billboard off of I-85 in Mebane, North Carolina. The bodies were found about 3 hours away from each other – in different months, in different stages of decay, even in different states. But more than 20 years later, the truth would come out – connecting these bodies, their lives, and their deaths, once and for all. Sources: 1) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Forensic_palynology2) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Isotope_analysis3) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murders_of_Bobby_Whitt_and_Myoung_Hwa_Cho4) https://www.newsobserver.com/news/local/article225508170.html5) https://people.com/crime/john-mebane-doe-murdered-north-carolina-new-photo/6) https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/investigations/two-decades-ago-a-10-year-old-was-killed-now-his-fathers-been-charged-with-murder/275-b4a44661-02a5-4269-a8ee-fad621c769ee7) https://local12.com/news/local/brown-co-family-says-final-goodbye-to-missing-boy-found-murdered-in-19988) https://www.wral.com/man-to-spend-rest-of-life-behind-bars-for-killing-wife-boy-whose-remains-were-found-under-mebane-billboard/18888831/9) https://www.newsobserver.com/news/local/article230338529.htmlSupport the show

Llega el mes de agosto, con las rodajas frescas de melón, las rondas de chupitos por los que no están, los baños en la piscina cuando llueve, tus caricias circulares en la cabeza, los ojicos rojos cuando me miras, los círculos de tiza en el jardín, y… los programas con expendables de SinAudiencia! A ver […]

In the summer of 2005, Melanie Metheny's family had a cookout. For Catherine Moles, it's a vivid memory of her niece, Melanie, then 20, doting on her three-year-old son, Ryan. Catherine remembers Melanie as "very, very watchful," and "very protective." The cookout was just a small glimpse into Melanie's world: her kids were everything to her. But little did Catherine know that the cookout would be one of the last times that she saw Melanie.On July 19, 2006, just a year later, Melanie Metheny, at 21 years old, vanished.Sources: 1) https://www.nbcnews.com/dateline/cold-case-spotlight/melanie-metheny-missing-person-west-virginia-rcna216494 2) https://www.wvsp.gov/missing-persons/Pages/MissingPerson_Detail.aspx?personid=33) https://www.kanawhasheriff.us/Documents/MelanieMetheny.pdf 4) https://melaniemetheny.wordpress.com/ 5)https://www.reddit.com/r/UnresolvedMysteries/comments/7wgihm/where_is_melanie_metheny_unresolved_disappearance/ 6) https://www.melanieshope.org/?page_id=16Support the show

On June 27, 2000, Magi Bish drove her 16-year-old daughter, Molly Bish, to her summer lifeguarding job at Comins Pond in Warren, Massachusetts. Molly, the youngest in a close-knit family with her parents Magi and John, sister Heather, and brother John Jr., had started her new job eight days prior. A bright, athletic, and social teen, Molly had just been to her first prom, was on the honor roll, and played multiple sports. Her parents had relocated to Warren from Detroit, believing it was a safe place to raise a family. The day before Molly vanished, Magi noticed a mustached man in a white sedan staring at Molly in the pond's parking lot. Though he didn’t act overtly threatening, Magi felt uneasy enough to wait until he left. On June 27, she didn’t see him and felt reassured. As Molly got out of the car, she said to he mom, “I love you, Mom.” And that was the last time Magi ever saw her daughter alive. If you have a case you’d like Catherine Townsend to look into, you can reach out to the Hell and Gone Murder Line at 678-744-6145. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On September 21, 1909, six members of the Meadows family were murdered and had their log cabin set on fire. George and Lydia Meadows, as well as their children: Will, Noah, and Lafayette, and Lydia's mom, Elizabeth, were all hit in the head with an axe or hatchet. Sources: 1) https://blueridgetruecrime.substack.com/p/death-rides-a-fast-train-the-laurel?open=false#%C2%A7an-unsettling-development2) https://www.oocities.org/rmbaker66/jstsmrdr.html3) https://www.appalachianhistory.net/2019/09/laurel-creek-murders-part-2.html4) https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/237051360/william-howard-littleSupport the show

Listen to Kate talk about how truly witless this man was!Sources: 1) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daniel_Wozniak_(murderer)2) https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/16/theater/inspired-by-true-events-true-crime-play.html3) https://abcnews.go.com/US/community-theater-actors-final-performance-chilling-confession-double/story?id=631815884) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nine_(musical)Support the show

Today, Christine talks about a person whose mission to complete a charitable act ended in tragedy. We are going to uncover the truth that was buried in the remote Scottish Highlands for three, long years. This is the story of Tony Parsons.Sources: 1) https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-scotland-tayside-central-66614488 2) https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-scotland-tayside-central-56927878 3) https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2023/aug/25/drink-driver-killed-cyclist-on-remote-scottish-road-jailed-for-12-years4) https://www.glasgowtimes.co.uk/news/23686444.red-bull-can-helped-find-body-missing-cyclist-tony-parsons/ 5)https://www.reddit.com/r/UnresolvedMysteries/comments/9mgrdz/tony_parsons_set_out_on_a_170_km_bike_ride_across/Support the show

Today we are going back in time to the 1890s to talk about the murder of the Meeks Family.Sources: 1) https://www.murderbygaslight.com/2011/04/meeks-family-murder.html2) https://sullivan.mogenweb.org/meeksmurders.html3) https://www.hannibal.net/archive/article/history-in-hannibal-folktale-relates-towns-horror-over-meeks-family-murders/article_78cc9a66-7ce1-521a-a5e6-10c7363aa413.html4) https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/61610270/delora-meeks5) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Linn_County,_MissouriSupport the show

Over the course of just two days, so began a panic that ultimately led to the deaths of at least 7 people directly, and more from copycats – and borderline hysteria that would change the pharmaceutical industry forever.Sources: 1) https://www.chicagotribune.com/2022/09/30/the-tylenol-murders-40-years-ago-an-infamous-chicago-area-crime-took-these-7-lives/2) https://www.pbs.org/newshour/health/tylenol-murders-19823) https://www.nytimes.com/1984/01/15/us/tylenol-figure-is-convicted.html4) https://time.com/archive/6914067/a-brief-history-of-the-tylenol-poisonings/5) https://www.washingtonpost.com/archive/business/1982/10/11/tylenols-maker-shows-how-to-respond-to-crisis/bc8df898-3fcf-443f-bc2f-e6fbd639a5a3/6)https://web.archive.org/web/20111030094338/http://www.thebostonchannel.com/news/18703672/detail.html7) https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/tylenol-murders-40-years-later-who-have-investigators-identified-as-suspects-or-persons-of-interest/Support the show

TW: Child sexual abuse. Danielle Bell went missing on September 28, 2001, from Cantonment, FL. Foul play is suspected. In this episode, we speak with Bonnie Bell, Danielle's sister, who has been advocating for her missing sister for years. If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of Danielle, please get in touch with FDLE or the Escambia County Sheriff's Office at 850-436-9620.Bonnie Bell can be found....Facebook: facebook.com/missingdaniellebell/Instagram: @DaniellebellsisterTikTok: @missingchilddaniellebellThis episode was produced in conjunction with The Florida Themis Project, a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization featuring Danielle Bell and running an awareness campaign about her disappearance for June 2025. To learn more or support The Florida Themis Project, please visit floridathemisproject.orgFacebook.com/paradiseafterdarkmissingandunsolvedInstagram @padmissingandunsolvedTwitter @paradisedark239TikTok @padmissigandunsolvedIf you see something, say something!!Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com

On December 5th, 1872, about 400 miles off the coast of the Azores, crew members on the British ship Dei Gratia spotted a ship adrift in the sea. The Captain of the ship was shocked to find that the unguided ship was the Mary Celeste, which had departed from NYC eight days before him, and had been well past-due to have arrived in Genoa, Italy.A small crew was sent to the ship. Below deck, items had been tossed around, and crewmen's belongings were still in their quarters. The only lifeboat on the ship was missing, and one of the pumps was disassembled. There was a large supply of food and drink, but not a soul on the ship to consume it. So what happened to the ten people who had been on board the Mary Celeste? Sources: 1) https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/abandoned-ship-the-mary-celeste-174488104/ 2) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mary_Celeste 3) https://sippican.theweektoday.com/article/family-gathers-celebrate-legend-mary-celeste/58992 Support the show

When Lilly and Jack Sullivan went missing from their home in Nova Scotia, it brought back disturbing memories for the parents of three-year-old Dylan Ehler, who vanished in 2020 from his grandmother's house in Truro, Nova Scotia. Dylan's case shines a light on all the things that can go wrong when the local cops don't follow their own protocols. It will also illustrate the damage that can be done to an investigation and the child's loved ones when cyber bullies decide to wage a battle against them. Also, Dylan's story and face deserve to be in the public eye because, sadly, he remains missing. But there's hope on the horizon...take a listen to find out the latest news on this baffling story.#dylanehler #jasonehler #missingboy #missing #novascotia #dorothyparsons #missinginnovascotia #canada #asmr #breakingnews--#truecrime #idaho #moscowidaho #kayleegoncalves #madisonmogen #ethanchapin #xanakernodle #moscowstudentmurders #idahostudentmurders #moscowhomicides  #truecrimeunsolved #truecrimeunsolvedCONTACT INFORMATIONContact Email: tofbedcrimestories@gmail.comSupport the show

An online connection that Vickie Edge thought was fate, turns out to be a nightmare. Sources: 1) https://www.wkrg.com/true-crime/vickie-edge-owner-of-destin-day-spa-murdered-by-man-she-met-online/2) https://www.oxygen.com/crime-news/vickie-edge-allegedly-murdered-by-boyfriend-jerry-odum3) https://www.wkrg.com/video/family-remembers-murder-victim-vickie-edge/5754161/4) https://www.the-independent.com/news/world/americas/crime/murder-confession-video-jerry-geisler-odum-b2480750.html5) https://www.pnj.com/story/news/2020/08/10/srso-destin-woman-vickie-edge-killed-milton-boyfriend-jerry-odum/3340369001/6) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=APgSbV7BD3M7) https://www.ojp.gov/library/publications/just-science-podcast-just-research-dating-apps-and-violent-sexual-assault8)https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1359178922000623#:~:text=A%20Pew%20Research%20survey%20of,et%20al.%2C%202020).9) https://respect.uq.edu.au/swipe-left-online-abuseSupport the show

This month on Monthly Spooky, Henrique and Michelle dive into one of the most bizarre true crime cases in recent history—a woman in Australia accused of fatally poisoning her in-laws with Death Cap mushrooms. Was it an accident… or something more sinister?But the chills don't stop there. You'll also hear about:A disturbing string of graffiti linked to a missing toddlerThe legend of Dudleytown, Connecticut—a town so cursed it's been erased from most mapsThe strange relationship between fear, folklore, and real-world horrorA reflective conversation on how media and mystery influence public fearAs always, the episode blends true crime, urban legends, paranormal folklore, and the duo's trademark humor and personal storytelling. If you love weird history, unsolved cases, and haunted towns, this one's for you.Get your very own signed copy of Weekly Spooky's The April Fool !

When Bobbi Parker vanishes one day, her family is concerned. She was thought to be taken by an inmate under her care. However, over a decade later, the mystery begins to unravel, and let's just say that everything is not as it seems!Sources: 1) https://unsolvedmysteries.fandom.com/wiki/Bobbi_Parker2)https://www.reddit.com/r/UnsolvedMysteries/comments/f6nhp0/bobbi_parker_sufferer_of_stockholm_syndrome_or/3) https://allthatsinteresting.com/bobbi-parker4) https://www.nbcnews.com/dateline/seven-years-dateline-producer-follows-devil-bobbi-parker-flna1b60350315) https://www.newson6.com/story/5e368c655c62141fdeebfcd3/bobbi-parker-sentenced-for-helping-inmate-escapeSupport the show

When Christine Collins' son vanished in 1928, it sparked a twisted chain of lies, corruption, and murder that would expose one of the darkest chapters in California's history.Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateDISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.IN THIS EPISODE: A woman begins receiving strange text messages shortly after her husband dies. Could they be from him? (“My Husband Wanted Me To Find Love Again From The Other Side”) *** The Coast Guard sees something completely unexpected when on the lookout for seafaring drug smugglers. (“Underwater UFOs”) *** A group of friends see a shadow in the backyard – but there is no one there to cast it. (“The Haunting Experience of Cedar Hill, Texas”) *** Could a young, sick little girl's birth defect actually have been caused by a dark, supernatural entity? (“Melissa's Darkness Follows Me”) *** Judging a stranger's appearance creates torment for the rest of a girl's life. (“The Curse of the Magic Dreamcatcher”) *** Footsteps in the dark, things moved without explanation, pets acting strange, and now it's invading her dreams – and nightmares. It's all happening to one girl and it won't stop. (“I Wish It Would Stop!”) *** Black-Eyed Kid encounters typically happen with the child trying to gain entry into the home and begging for you to let them in. But what happens if you discover there is already one in your home? (“Struggles With Sleep Paralysis”) *** A family experiences scary creatures in the dark, and strange lights in the sky. (“Arizona Night Creatures”) *** A series of strange and terrifying events haunt a family over several years. (“The Ghost That Didn't Like Her Husband”) *** On March 9, 1929, the perfect murder occurred in New York City. To this day, it has never been solved, despite literally dozens of theories – not about the identity of the killer, but as to how the victim was actually killed. (The Locked Room Murder: The Unsolved Case of Isidor Fink) *** Our whole world and our universe, might be a virtual reality matrix , programmed by the super-computer of a civilization of beings more advanced than we can possibly imagine. (“Do We Live In A Computer Simulation Created By An Advanced Alien Civilization?”) *** A colorful clown nicknack terrorizes a young girl. (“Fear of a Clown”) *** “One of the most bizarre incidents in the history of L.A. law enforcement uncovers a link to one of the most heinous crimes in history.” (“The Disappearance of Walter Collins: The Real-Life Story of ‘Changeling'”) *** PLUS: “The Cursed Skull” *** “These Shoes Were Made For Walking” *** “Divorce Precognition” *** “Boy In The Sailor Suit” *** “A Demon of a Party” *** “Window Watcher”SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…“The Disappearance of Walter Collins: The Real-Life Story of ‘Changeling'” by Troy Taylor:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/pz8bmxcb“Do We Live In A Computer Simulation Created By An Advanced Alien Civilization?” by A. Sutherland for MessageToEagle.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/hn5ftdw2“Fear of a Clown” was submitted to WeirdDarkness.com by Chamille“The Locked Room Murder: The Unsolved Case of Isidor Fink” by Troy Taylor: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p2p8hv8“My Husband Wanted Me To Find Love Again From The Other Side”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2y6uekm5“Underwater UFOs”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/ykvy87cm“The Haunting Experience of Cedar Hill, Texas”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3hbncjch“Melissa's Darkness Follows Me”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3685h9c7“The Curse of the Magic Dreamcatcher”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4hpbvd9a“I Wish It Would Stop!”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/s3tm3fas“Struggles With Sleep Paralysis”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/h9jkjhm“Arizona Night Creatures”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3baehpax“The 3AM Albino In My Yard”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/u867xnky“The Ghost That Didn't Like Her Husband”: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/davmhtja“The Cursed Skull” submitted anonymously“These Shoes Were Made For Walking” by G. Michael Vasey from the book “My Haunted Life 3”: https://amzn.to/2T8rdRs“Divorce Precognition” submitted anonymously“Boy In The Sailor Suit” by Alan“A Demon of a Party” submitted by Kate“Window Watcher” submitted anonymously=====(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: January 27, 2019EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/WalterCollinsChangeling

Often in true crime spaces we come across cases where a murder is never solved, where a murdered person's family never finds justice, where a body is never properly laid to rest. Sometimes we get one of these things, or two, and, more rarely than it SHOULD happen, sometimes we get all three. Today's case is all 3: a body found, a murder solved, and justice served. This is the case of April Tinsley.Sources: 1) https://archives.fbi.gov/archives/news/stories/2009/may/april-tinsley-murder-pt.-3/tinsley-killer-profile2) https://archives.fbi.gov/archives/news/stories/2009/april/tinsley_0403093) https://theburr.com/3058/blogs/season-of-justice/season-of-justice-april-tinsley/4) https://www.insideedition.com/april-tinsley-case-man-tied-8-year-olds-1988-murder-through-genealogy-website-dna-technology-cops5) https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/morning-mix/wp/2018/07/16/i-been-watching-you-a-child-killer-taunted-little-girls-with-terrifying-notes-police-say-after-30-years-dna-led-to-an-arrest/6) https://www.wfyi.org/news/articles/arrest-made-in-april-tinsley-homicide-case7) https://www.wane.com/news/local-news/tinsley-detectives-reveal-new-details-about-case-suspect/1724738759/8) https://www.cnn.com/2009/CRIME/06/04/indiana.fbi.cold.case/9) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_April_Tinsley Support the show

Do you know the expression: "The Dingo ate my baby"?Okay, but did you know that it was based on an actual case in Australia in the 1980s?This week, Christine covers the famous Australian case - and talks about how one of the most publicized cases of its decade was botched, in large part due to public pressure. Sources: 1) https://www.nma.gov.au/defining-moments/resources/azaria-chamberlain-inquest2) https://justice.nt.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0006/205377/azaria-chantel-chamberlain.pdf 3) https://www.nma.gov.au/explore/collection/highlights/azaria-chamberlain-dress 4) https://womensagenda.com.au/latest/why-didnt-she-cry-how-lindy-chamberlain-became-the-poster-child-for-life-shattering-gender-bias/5) https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Death_of_Azaria_Chamberlain6) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lindy_Chamberlain-Creighton7) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DingoSupport the show

Rachael walks us through the murders of Bruce and Darlene Rouse. As always, there's a niiiiice little twist in there...just to keep you all on your toes.Sources: 1) https://www.oxygen.com/snapped/crime-news/william-billy-rouse-confesses-parents-murders-illinois2) https://vocal.media/criminal/the-libertyville-murders3) https://www.lhsdoi.com/3511/news/libertyvilles-own-american-horror-story/4) https://idoc.illinois.gov/offender/inmatesearch.html5) Snapped. Season 27, Episode 25, “William Rouse” Support the show

14-year-old Enci “Aubrey” Wu vanished in January 2025, leaving a Pennsylvania community desperate for answers. Three months later, she was found — safe — hundreds of miles from home. This episode unpacks her disappearance, the digital movement that followed, and the legal questions still unfolding. A rare case with a hopeful ending — and a hard look at the power and pitfalls of social media.***Method & Madness is researched, written, hosted, & produced by Dawn CateMusic by Tymur Khakimov from Pixabay***Get in Touch!: methodandmadnesspod@gmail.comCONNECT:InstagramTikTokDIVE INTO MORE:  MethodandMadnessPodcast.com***All sources are listed on the website, under each episode description.MethodandMadnessPodcast.comThank you for listening!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/method-madness--6241524/support.

An aspiring Eagle Scout, Quentin Bloome leads a community project to help parents safeguard their children. He's creating safety packets filled with essential details like fingerprints and birthmarks, vital for swift action in case a child goes missing. The initiative aims to streamline police investigations by providing crucial information quickly. Available for children up to 18 years old, the project fulfills part of Quentin's Eagle Scout requirements and is also a personal mission to raise awareness about child safety. Quentin urges parents to seek assistance, even beyond his Scout duties. Quentin intends to use his 10 years in the Boy Scouts when he enlists with the Marines after he graduates from Kewanee High School. Attaining the Eagle Scout rank will allow Quentin to be an E-3 after basic training. Quentin has until April 23, 2025, to complete his project. Listen to Quentin Bloome on air on Tuesday, April 15th, during the 8:25 AM interview segment on 102.1 FM and 1450 AM. You can call Quentin at 309-714-3420 or find him on Facebook to fill out a missing child packet.

A father's love turned deadly. A mother's unwavering hope. The Deirdre Crowley case shook Ireland to its core.In our latest episode of Ireland Crimes and Mysteries, Nules tells the tragic story of 4-year-old Deirdre Crowley, whose disappearance captivated a nation for 20 months. It offers a chilling look at parental abduction, the failures in the investigation, and the devastating impact on all involved.Deirdre Crowley was abducted by her father Chris in 1999 after failing to return her to her mother after a scheduled visit. It explores the 20-month search led by her mother Christine, the involvement of one of Chris's former students, and what unfolded in Clonmel.This is Deirdres Story. Check out my Website https://www.irelandcrimesandmysteries.ieJoin me over on Patreon for extra perks https://www.patreon.com/IrelandCrimesandMysteriesEarly access to episodes, monthly livestreams where we will be discussing the cases I've covered, and much more as we build our own community. Follow on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/irelandcrimesandmysteries/ Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@irelandcrimesandmysteries Follow on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/irelandcrimesandmysteries/ Follow on Threads:https://www.threads.net/@irelandcrimesandmysteries Follow on X:https://twitter.com/IrelandCrimes Visit my shop for exclusive Ireland Crimes and Mysteries merchandisehttps://tinyurl.com/IrelandCrimesandMysteriesSell your own merchandise with TeePublic. Follow the link belowhttp://tee.pub/lic/ckHmUfmILSkFellow Podcasters, customise your own amazing webpage by following the link belowIf you are a podcaster, I highly recommend this site for developing your own webpage dedicated to your podcast.https://www.podpage.com/?via=nulesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Daniel Williams was 21 years old when he was sentenced to one year in prison for non-violent drug charges. He was bounced around to multiple facilities during this year, and was set to finish out the last few weeks of his sentence at Staton Correctional Center in Elmore, Alabama. Little did Daniel know that he would die in that prison, both at the hands of someone yet to be convicted of any crime AND at the hands of the mind-boggling negligence of the entire prison facility.Get your pitchforks ready for this one, folks. Sources:1) https://abc3340.com/news/local/fathers-outrage-as-no-charges-filed-in-sons-torture-rape-death-in-prison2) https://abc3340.com/news/local/suspect-in-murder-and-rape-of-22-year-old-inmate-had-history-of-sexual-violence-according-to-adoc-documents3) https://alabamaappleseed.org/author/eddie-burkhalter/after-investigation-no-criminal-charges-in-the-torture-and-homicide-of-daniel-williams-at-staton-prison/4) https://abc3340.com/news/local/fathers-outrage-as-no-charges-filed-in-sons-torture-rape-death-in-prison5)https://www.reddit.com/r/TrueCrime/comments/1gx6qge/no_charges_in_22yearolds_kidnapping_torture_gang/Support the show

On the morning of September 16th, 2010, Greg Fleniken's body is found in his hotel room. Police are puzzled - they cannot find any motive for his murder and no explanation for his strange internal injuries. Greg's wife, Susie turns to a private investigator in order to crack the case...and he does, revealing a series of truly stupifying events.Sources: 1) https://www.vanityfair.com/culture/2013/05/true-crime-elegante-hotel-texas-murder 2) https://abcnews.go.com/US/caused-mans-mysterious-death-texas-hotel-room/story?id=206568543) https://kpel965.com/greg-fleniken-death-true-crime-mystery-body-in-room-348-vanity-fair/4) https://www.beaumontenterprise.com/news/article/wife-of-man-found-dead-at-mcm-elegante-proceeds-4725451.php5) https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/theadvertiser/name/gregory-fleniken-obituary?id=9169857 Support the show

Who was Julie Doe? And how did investigators identify her decades after she had been murdered, despite several roadblocks? Find out on this weeks episode of Small Town Mysteries!Sources:1)https://www.reddit.com/r/UnresolvedMysteries/comments/1j840cn/dna_doe_project_identifies_transgender_julie_doe/ 2) https://dnadoeproject.org/case/transgender-julie-doe/ 3) https://www.namus.gov/UnidentifiedPersons/Case#/60304) https://www.theatlantic.com/science/archive/2019/12/self-taught-sleuths-trying-solve-trans-murders/603976/5) https://www.doenetwork.org/cases/2752umfl.html6) https://www.forensicmag.com/3594-All-News/615429-Meta-Rejects-DNA-Doe-Project-s-Ad-for-Transgender-Doe/Support the show

This week, Rachael talks about the tragic murder of 15-year-old Trish Autry. Sources: 1) https://casetext.com/case/state-v-nielsen-402) https://www.nelsonfuneralhome.com/obituaries/trisha-autry3)https://web.archive.org/web/20070812080555/http://www.unsolved.com:80/0109-TrishaAutry.html4) https://www.deseret.com/2001/5/16/19586566/missing-teen-is-found-dead/5) https://www.hjnews.com/alleged-rapist-a-suspect-in-trisha-autry-homicide-too/article_9444eddd-43d5-556f-9000-4d67a99d556d.html6) https://www.heraldextra.com/news/2001/jul/20/murder-charge-is-raised-to-capital-homicide/7) https://www.deseret.com/2004/1/28/19809056/autry-s-family-tells-jurors-evil-has-a-face/8) http://hardnews.ansci.usu.edu/archive/jan2004/0130_nielsen.html9) https://www.hjnews.com/news/autrys-bid-farewell-to-slain-daughter/article_86cdb878-c808-5eaa-b77e-a4272f8d24e8.html10) https://www.hjnews.com/a-leroy-autry/article_76f6e7c0-e2be-59d3-8f07-94073aa81c6f.htmlSupport the show

In this episode of Dark Academy' Midnight Library Circle, we journey into the eerie realms of both fiction and reality. First, I review Salem's Lot (2024). I argue with myself for you. Then, we unravel three unsettling true stories. There's the case of Bobby Desmond, the young boy from Maine who disappeared without a trace. We explore the legend of Dudleytown, a so-called "cursed" ghost town in Connecticut where those who enter are said to never return the same, if at all. And finally, we travel to New Orleans to uncover the mystery of the Casquette Girls—virgin brides with a fangy secret-sent to the Ursuline Convent. We welcome you inside Dark Academy, but bewar, some stories have a way of following you home.  Chapters00:00 Opening story01:52 Warning02:41.70 Announcements04:41 Welcome Midnight Library Circle05:41 Salem's Lot Review10:17 Missing Children11:10 Robert “Bobby” Desmond15:27 Abandoned Towns16:11 Dudleytown Intro17:19 Warning17:52 Dudleytown24:38 Final Fright 31:04 Closing Announcements and Farewell

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.

In 2022 Leilani Simon and her then boyfriend made a frantic 911 call reporting her twenty-month-old son Quinton Simon was kidnapped. A weeks-long search for little Quinton tragically ended when his body was found in a landfill. Nearly two years after little Quinton's remains were discovered, Leilani stands trial for her son's murder. This episode of the Court TV Podcast features opening statements from 10/14/2024. For more on The Toddler In Landfill Murder Trial, Click Here.Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/Join the Investigation Newsletter https://www.courttv.com/email/Court TV Podcast https://www.courttv.com/podcast/FOLLOW THE CASE:Facebook https://www.facebook.com/courttvTwitter/X https://twitter.com/CourtTVInstagram https://www.instagram.com/courttvnetwork/TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@courttvliveYouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/COURTTVWATCH +140 FREE TRIALS IN THE COURT TV ARCHIVE https://www.courttv.com/trials/ HOW TO FIND COURT TV https://www.courttv.com/where-to-watch/

Darkness Syndicate members get the commercial-free version with all artwork created for the YouTube and podcast thumbnails: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8kmbzbSOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…“Technical Glitch or a Ghost in the Machine?” submitted anonymously: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/5dk3cj5u“Vacation of Death” submitted anonymously: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p9d8h6k“Unfinished – Did a Dream Foretell a Missing Child?” submitted by Charles B.: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3yr8mwne“Angel of Mercy: Have You Ever Seen An Angel On The Roadside?” submitted anonymously:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yc88xdrv“Parallel Universes? Time Travel? Hallucination? You Decide!” submitted anonymously: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p92s85x“Threatening Black Eyed Kid Stalks Homeowner” submitted anonymously: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/5avr2px8“Ouija Board Hell in America” submitted anonymously: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4z5a85n5“Ghostly Home Invaders Spook Family” Written by Christine S.: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8a4zev“A Hooded Beast Stalks a 5-Year Old” submitted anonymously: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4h9bt7e6“The Demon On The Doorstep: Another Encounter With a Black-Eyed Kid” written by Jake W.:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/bd3u3bar“The Hooded Figure That Haunted My Childhood” submitted anonymously: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yh4sxmpv“Murder On Saxtown Road” written by Troy Taylor: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4atfypyy“The Winchester House” written by Alan Toner (from 100 True Ghost Stories): https://amzn.to/2Gztdfh“Time Warp Terror” submitted anonymously: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/5n8y746x“Kutna Hora – The Remains of 50,000 People” submitted by Gary Vasey: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8ce9yt“A Last Visit” submitted by Keith R.: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/z876ms6u“The Strange Black-Eyed Kids Encounter” submitted anonymously: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yc5jf8nw“Black-Eyed Kids Haunt Mid-Western School Car Park” submitted anonymously: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/s72pdfy9“The Footsteps” submitted anonymously to the GhostsNGhouls website: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/ysfckpkn“Tabitha” written by Cindy Parmiter (from the book “True Tales of the Paranormal, Volume 1”): https://amzn.to/3XprdyQ“The Book That Killed” submitted by MessageToEagle: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/255p4s2d(FICTION) “Let Me In” written by Savannah K. Davis: http://www.creepypasta.com/let/,https://www.facebook.com/vannah.vanKK“A 200-year-old Swedish Mystery Remains Unsolved” used by permission from Message To Eagle:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/ycktpr8e“Strange Love” written by Troy Taylor: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yck2jh37(FICTION) “One Bad Night” submitted by Jason R. Davis: https://amzn.to/3MKQAGt(FICTION) “The Old Warehouse Hotel Down in New Orleans” submitted by StupidDialUp: http://bit.ly/2GMGweM(FICTION) “Day of the Worm” submitted by Derek Hawke: http://bit.ly/2GO9sD9“The Mystery of Stull Cemetery – A Gateway to Hell?”: http://bit.ly/2GNphu2“The Ghost Of The Old Lady In The Rocking Chair” written by David Domine: (From the book “True Ghost Stories and Eerie Legends From America's Most Haunted Neighborhood”): https://amzn.to/4e1HmkZWeird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library= = = = =(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2024, Weird Darkness.= = = = =Originally aired: August, 2016CUSTOM LANDING PAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/StullCemetery