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Today we delve into the tragic and perplexing case of Katelyn Markham. On August 14th, 2011, Katelyn vanished from her home in Fairfield, Ohio, leaving her family and friends in a state of anguish. Their relentless search for answers turned to heartbreak when, on April 7th, 2013, her remains were discovered in a dump yard in Indiana. For years, investigators combed through limited clues, struggling to piece together who could have committed such a heinous act and why. Despite extensive efforts by multiple police departments, the case remained unsolved until February 2023, when a major breakthrough led to the arrest of a suspect. Now, as the suspect faces trial this month, a jury will finally decide their fate. Join us as we explore the detailed twist and turns of this harrowing journey for justice in the case of Katelyn Markham.

On Valentine’s Day 1975, a couple found the body of a teenage boy hanging from a tree along Highway 23, south of Belle Chasse, Louisiana. The boy, around 16-17 years old, 6 feet tall, and 160 pounds, had brown hair, brown eyes, and slightly protruding front teeth. He wore a maroon and yellow shirt, blue pants, mismatched socks, and no shoes.
A bedsheet tied into a slip knot was used, and his death was ruled a suicide. A sealed jar with a suicide note was found at the base of the tree. Despite a national search and over 300 families visiting to identify him, John Doe remains unidentified. One family thought he was their missing son, Charles Wallace Jr., but his mother confirmed he was not.
Join us as we explore the haunting mystery of John Doe on Highway 23.

Join us as we bring you another update episode. Today we’re exploring the baffling case of David Harrington, Clayton McGeeney, and Ricky Johnson, three friends who were found dead on January 9th, 2024 in their friends backyard after a night of watching the Kansas City Chiefs football team play. Their sudden and unexplained deaths have cast a shadow of confusion and fear over the community. Despite the unusual circumstances, authorities have refrained from labeling this as a homicide investigation, instead categorizing it as a death investigation. Adding to the enigma, the autopsy findings remain unsealed and the family members sworn to secrecy, leaving the public in the dark. Join us as we unravel the scant details and probe the unanswered questions surrounding this chilling case.

Michael Negrete, a freshman at UCLA who mysteriously disappeared from his dorm room on December 10, 1999, leaving behind a trail of unanswered questions. In this episode, we explore the events leading up to Michael's disappearance, his last known whereabouts, and the baffling lack of leads in the investigation.


 


Michael was just a typical college student, enjoying a late-night gaming session in his dorm room before abruptly vanishing into thin air. Despite extensive searches and investigations, including the release of a sketch of a possible witness, authorities have been unable to uncover any solid leads or suspects in his case.


 


Tune in as we explore the enigmatic case of Michael Negrete, a promising young student whose life took a tragic turn on that fateful December night. Join us as we sift through the clues, examine the evidence, and attempt to unravel the truth behind one of UCLA's most enduring mysteries.

In September 29th 2017, Anne Faber, a young woman from Soest, Netherlands, embarked on a bike ride to Den Dolder. 
Anne sent a selfie to her boyfriend, indicating her attempt to brave the rain en route to her destination. This would be the last communication from her. Concern grew when she failed to return, prompting her family to report her missing immediately.
For ten agonizing days, Anne's loved ones, along with authorities, scoured the area in search of any trace of her. The discovery of Anne's coat on October 3rd, followed by her bike on October 5th, and her backpack on October 6th, only deepened the sense of dread and urgency.
On October 9th, a breakthrough came when suspect Michael Panhuis was arrested under suspicion of involvement in Anne's disappearance. Shockingly, just two days later, he confessed to the crime.
The disappearance of Anne Faber and the subsequent arrest and confession sent shockwaves through the community and raised questions about safety and security. This weeks podcast explores the timeline of events surrounding Anne's disappearance, the efforts to find her, and the ultimate resolution of the case.

In April 2000, a seemingly ordinary family vanished without a trace, leaving behind a trail of unanswered questions and heartache. Lesley Allen, a 45-year-old mother, along with her three children, Rachel (13), Cameron (12), and Kyle (9), disappeared under mysterious circumstances, leaving their loved ones devastated.
The disappearance unfolded in a bewildering series of events. Lesley was due in court for a visitation arrangement concerning her children's father, Jeff Anderson. When she failed to appear, Jeff grew concerned and reached out to Lesley's roommate for answers. Initially, the roommate claimed Lesley had left with a truck driver, taking her three younger children with her. However, the story soon changed, with the roommate stating that Lesley and the children had departed in her own brown station wagon.
Despite persistence of the family looking for answers, there has been no sign of Lesley or her children in over two decades. The police's lack of urgency has only added to the families anguish.
Join us as we delve into the perplexing case of the Andersons.