Cold and Missing

In April 7th, 2007, 25-year-old Khoi Dang Vu was a trusting and vulnerable young man when he vanished from his family’s home in Clark County Washington, in the middle of the night. He left behind his jacket, bike, and everything familiar, immediately raising alarm. What began as a search for someone who may have wandered off quickly turned into something more concerning, as days passed with no confirmed sightings despite extensive searches and FBI involvement. Within weeks, the case was reclassified as criminal, and by 2008, investigators believed Khoi was the victim of homicide, though his body has never been found. Nearly two decades later, his disappearance remains unsolved, and his family is still searching for answers. Join Ali as she goes through this missing person case *** If you know anything about the disappearance of Khoi Dang Vu - or his whereabouts today- please call the Clark County Police at 564-397-2036 ***Sources:The Columbian, The Oregonian, East Oregonian, The FBI, and Clark County Government

Laneshia “Lane” Crowder was just 21 years old in August of 2000. She was a young mother raising two small children in a quiet neighborhood in Carrollton, Georgia. When neighbors were asked to check on her after she couldn’t be reached, they made a devastating discovery inside her home. Laneshia was dead in her bedroom, her young son critically injured nearby, and her two-year-old daughter still inside the house. In the days that followed, investigators struggled to determine exactly what had happened, with even Laneshia’s cause of death remaining a mystery. More than two decades later, the case is still unsolved, and the questions surrounding that night remain. Join Ali as she goes through this cold case.*** If you know anything about the murder of Laneshia Crowder in August of 2000, please call the GBI Region 2: 706-565-7888 or Carroll County Sheriff's Office 770-830-5888***Sources:The Atlanta Journal, The Atlanta Constitution, The Times-Georgian, USA Today, 11Alive News, and 13WMAZ.Wanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

Seventeen-year-old Yvonne Reglar had just celebrated her birthday and was weeks away from starting her senior year when she vanished on Monday, August 8, 1977, from a Sunoco gas station in Fairview Park, Ohio. Yvonne was working her very first shift at a temporary location when she answered a customer call around 1:00 p.m. and told a friend she would call her back, but she never did. Within hours, her purse, money, books, and untouched lunch were found inside the station, but Yvonne was gone without a trace. In this episode of Cold and Missing, we walk through the detailed timeline of that ordinary summer day that ended in extraordinary mystery. Join Ali and Eli as they go through this missing person case*** If you know anything about the disappearance of Yvonne Reglar - or her whereabouts today - please call the Fairview Park Police at 440-356-4415 ****Sources:The Cleveland Press, Springfield News-Sun, The Plain Dealer, and WOIO ClevelandWanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

Linda Weldy, 10, should have been safe walking the short distance from her school bus to her home in LaPorte, Indiana on February 24th, 1987. Witnesses saw her check the mailbox and head down the dirt driveway but she never made it home. Three weeks later, her body was discovered in a remote field miles away. Decades later, her murder remains unsolved, leaving her family still searching for answers about what happened during those final moments between the bus stop and home. Join Ali as she goes through this tragic cold caseIf you know anything about the murder of Linda Weldy in February of 1987 please call the LaPorte County police at 219-326-7700 ***Sources:The South Bend Tribune, The Indianapolis Star, The Republic, The Tribune, ABC57, and WSBTWanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

On February 11th, 1988, twelve-year-old Jie Zhao Li left her home in Honolulu, Hawaii to sell chili fundraiser tickets for a school trip, promising her mother she would be back at 5pm. She was last seen moving between two nearby 7-Eleven stores in the Nuuanu neighborhood during the late afternoon, alone. What followed was a flood of conflicting sightings, sketches of unidentified men, reports of a yellow vintage Chevrolet, and one of the largest search efforts the island had seen. More than three decades later, Jie Zhao has never been found. This episode examines the day she vanished, the weeks of desperate searching that followed, and the questions that still remain. Join Ali and Eli as we go through this tragic missing person case. *** If you know anything about the disappearance of Jie Zhao Li - or her whereabouts today - please call the Honolulu police at 808-529-3111 ***Sources: Honolulu Star-Advertiser, Honolulu Star-Bulletin, Hawaii News Now, and The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children

On this week’s episode of Cold and Missing we examine the cold case of Maria Bianca Cortes. She was last seen picking up her daughter after work. Then the next morning a person passing by saw a child in the middle of a field, but it looked like she was sitting on a body. Police are called and fine the body of Maria Bianca Cortes. Join us as we go through this heartbreaking cold case.*** If you have any information about the murder of Maria Bianca Cortes, please contact the San Diego Police Department at 619-531-2293. ***Sources:The Los Angeles Times and ABC News 10Wanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

In October of 2001, one-year-old Jarkeius Adside vanished from a home in Leisure City, Florida, after a violent early-morning home invasion. Three armed men forced their way into the home and demanded money. When they left, they left with the baby. Inside the home, police found a significant amount of blood later confirmed to be Jarkeius’, raising fears about whether he could have survived. Despite extensive searches and a $25,000 reward- no arrests, ransom demands, or confirmed sightings ever followed. Jarkeius remains missing. Join Ali as she goes over this heartbreaking missing person case. *** If you know anything about the disappearance of Jarkeius Adside - or his whereabouts today - please call the Miami-Dade Police department at 305-471-8477 ***Sources:The Miami Herald, The Ledger, Florida Today, The Daily Advertiser, The Morning Call and the South Florida Sun Sentinel Wanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

Lori Bolger had already endured more loss than most 16 year olds. . In the summer of 1976, just one week after burying her father, Lori disappeared from Elgin, Illinois, after attending a driver’s education class at her high school. What began as an ordinary day, with plans to meet friends and go swimming, ended with Lori being found brutally beaten to death in an isolated field in South Elgin. Nearly five decades later, Lori’s case remains unsolved, leaving behind unanswered questions, a family forever changed, and a young girl who should have had so much more time in the sun. Join Ali and Eli as they go through this cold case.*** If you know anything about the murder of Lori Bolger please call the Elgin police at 847-289-2653 ***Sources:Daily Review Atlas, The Daily Chronicle, The Daily Sentinel, The Pantagraph, The Daily Herald, Kenosha News, Chicago Tribune, Effingham Daily News, Freeport Journal-Standard, The Dispatch, and The Elgin PoliceWanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

In the early morning hours of June 18, 1982, 20-year-old Kelly Dove vanished while working the overnight shift at a gas station in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Just minutes before police arrived, Kelly made a series of calls reporting obscene phone calls and a suspicious man outside the store driving a silver Ford. When officers arrived- just minutes after Kelly’s 911 calls- the gas station was eerily untouched. Money left behind, her purse still behind the counter, and no signs of a struggle, but Kelly was gone. What followed was a decades-long search marked by missed leads, unanswered questions, and growing belief that Kelly was abducted and murdered. In this episode of Cold and Missing, we walk through Kelly’s final moments, the troubling similarities to other cases from the same summer, and the renewed investigation that may finally bring answers to what happened to Kelly Dove. Join Ali and Eli as we talk through this missing person case.*** If you know anything about the disapperance of Kelly Dove- or her whereabouts today - please call the Harrisonburg police at 540-437-2650 ***Sources:Richmond Times-Dispatch, The Roanoke Times, The News-Virginian, Daily Press, The Daily News Leader, The Daily Progress, and WHSVWanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

Three-year-old Arthur Williams, Jr was a bright, joyful little boy who spent his days playing alongside his big sister in their Las Vegas neighborhood. But on April 15th, 1985, within minutes of stepping outside to play, Junior was senselessly attacked by a man who approached the children on the sidewalk, spoke to them, and then stabbed Arthur before fleeing into a nearby alley. Arthur passed away the next morning, and despite sketches, witnesses, and the fear that gripped the community, the man responsible has never been identified. In this episode, we walk through the final day of Arthur’s life, the timeline of the investigation, and the lingering heartbreak of a family still waiting for justice.**** If you know anything about the murder of Arthur Williams, Jr - please call the LVMPD at 702-828-3521 or to remain anonymous please call Crimestopprers at 702-385-5555 ***Sources:LVMPD, Reno Gazette-Journal, and The Las Vegas Sun Wanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

In this week’s episode of Cold and Missing, we tell the story of 10-year-old Bianca Lebron, a bright and gentle fifth grader who vanished on a Wednesday morning in 2001 after being seen getting into a brown and beige van outside her school in Bridgeport, Connecticut. What followed was a desperate search, a grieving family demanding answers, and years of leads that went nowhere as Bianca’s loved ones clung to hope. Join Ali as she goes through this heart breaking missing person case.*** If you know anything about the abduction of Bianca Lebron in November 2001 please call the Bridgeport police at 203-576-7671 ***Sources:Connecticut Post, The Day, Hartford Courant, Record-Journal, The Republican, News-Press, CTPost, Fox61, CT Insider, NBC Connecticut.Wanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

In November 2003, 33-year-old Mont Highley IV returned home to Alabama for Thanksgiving. He was looking forward to some of his favorite things: good food, time with family, and time spent outdoors. Mont had planned a simple weekend of hunting with his dad after Thanksgiving. But after he drove out to the family’s hunting land on Friday night, Mont vanished. His truck was found abandoned, his belongings left behind, and the farm showed unsettling signs that something was wrong. Weeks later, Mont’s body was discovered in an unused grain silo just miles from where he disappeared. Nearly 22 years later, his murder remains unsolved. In this episode of Cold and Missing, Ali and Eli walk through Mont’s final known steps and the unanswered questions his family still lives with, in hopes that someone, somewhere, knows the truth.*** If you know anything about the murder of Mont Highley IV in November of 2003 - please call the Alabama SBI Montgomery office at 1-800-392-8011 or email [email protected] ***Sources:The Montgomery Advertiser, The Birmingham News, WBMA ABC News 33/40, and Alabama Cold Case Advocacy Wanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

In April of 1979, 27-year-old Willie Ann Rucker was doing her best to rebuild her life in Waterloo, Iowa. A single mother of three, Willie Ann worked hard to provide for her children and had confided to police that her ex had been stalking and scaring her. Just days later, she vanished. Her loved ones never saw her again. In this episode, we center Willie Ann- a young mother who asked for help and deserved protection- as we trace the events leading up to her disappearance and the decades her family has spent searching for answers.*** If you know anything about the disappearance of Willie Ann Rucker - or her whereabouts today - please call the Waterloo Police Department at 319-291-2515 or the Missing Person Information Clearinghouse Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation at 515-725-6036 ***Sources:The Courier, The New York Times, Crime Stoppers, and Iowa Missing Person Clearinghouse.Wanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

Eleven-year-old Levi Frady loved being outdoors riding his red and black bike through the woods, fishing, and exploring the quiet backroads of Forsyth County, Georgia. On an ordinary Wednesday in October 1997, Levi left home to do homework with a friend. He was supposed to be home by dinner, but he never made it back. By the next afternoon, Levi’s red bike was found in a ditch, and just hours later, his body was discovered 15 miles away in the Dawson Forest. Twenty-eight years later, Levi’s case remains unsolved. Join Ali as she goes over this heart breaking cold case. *** If you know anything about the murder of LEvi Frady please the Georgia Bureau if Investigation tip line at 1-800-587-8471 ***Sources:The Atlanta Journal, The Times, The Atlanta Constitution, and the GBI Wanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

In November 1985, three-year-old Danyel Sparpana vanished from her West Sacramento home after her mother, 27-year-old Cynthia Sparpana, was discovered murdered. Neighbors reported seeing Danyel in the days after Cynthia’s death, but when Cynthia’s body is discovered Danyel is no where to be found. Investigators followed leads that ranged from a missing .22 handgun to a person of interest who later faced murder charges Despite a conviction years later, no conclusive physical link has ever been found and Danyel’s fate remains unknown. This episode traces the timeline, the witnesses, and the questions that still surround Danyel’s disappearance, join ALi and ELi as they go through this difficult case.*** If you know anything about the disappearance of Danyel Sparpana in November of 1985, or her whereabouts today, please call the West Sacramento Police at 916-375-6474 ***Sources:The Sacramento Union, The Sacramento Bee, Auburn Journal, The Press-Tribune, Suffolk News-Herald, Davis Vanguard, and The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. Wanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

On December 19, 2012, 24-year-old Marisha Cheong left her home in Jamaica, Queens, and never came home. Nearly two months later, her body washed ashore near Breezy Point. It was a clear homicide. her hands and feet bound bound behind her back. Surveillance footage, suspicious text messages, and haunting questions have followed her case for more than a decade, but no one has ever been arrested. In this episode, Ali and Eli walk through Marisha’s last known moments, the troubling investigation, and the mystery that still weighs heavily on her family as they continue to search for justice.*** if you know anything about the murder of Marisha Cheong in December of 2012 please call the Queen’s District Attorney at 718-286-6300 or the NYPD Crime Stoppers hotline at 1-800-577-8477 ***Sources:Daily News, dna info New York, ABC 7 New York, NBC 4 New York, CBS 4 NewsWanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

On July 3rd, 1975, nineteen-year-old Francis “Frank” Cantea disappeared from Bremerton, Washington. Frank was just getting started in life when he stopped by a friend’s house to return a record, he seemed nervous to his friend. That was the last time anyone saw him. Days later, his mother discovered his car locked outside his apartment and his wallet, keys, and money left behind as if he had only stepped out for a moment. Despite interviews, searches, and countless rumors — from aliens to secret Navy assignments — no trace of Frank has ever been found.*** If you know anything about the disappearance of Francis ‘Frank’ Cantea in July of 1975 - or his whereabouts today- please call the Bremerton Police Department at 360-473-5220 ***Sources:Kitsap Sun and The Charley Project Wanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

Part 2 of the Burger Chef murders.The morning after their disappearance, the bodies of Jayne, Mark, Ruth, and Danny were found in a remote wooded area. Four people were murdered in three different ways, raising more questions than answers. Who would abduct four young people from their workplace and why? In part two of our series on the Burger Chef murders, we trace the discovery of the bodies, the shaken community, the troubled investigation, and the decades of unanswered questions that still haunt Speedway, Indiana.*** If you know anything about the murder of Jayne Friedt, Mark Flemmonds, Ruth Shelton, and Danny Davis in 1978 please call the Indiana State Police District Investigative Commander at 1.317.899.8577 or 1.800.582.8440 ***Sources:The Indianapolis News, Journal and Courier, The Akron Beacon Journal, The Vincennes Sun-Commercial, The Indianapolis Star, Times Record, The Montgomery Advertiser, Rushville Republican, Vidette-Messenger of Porter County, The South Bend Tribune, The Daily Journal, The Republic,Wanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

Episode One: The DisappearanceIn November 1978, four young employees disappeared while closing up the Burger Chef in Speedway, Indiana. Jayne Friedt, 20, Mark Flemmonds, 16, Ruth Shelton, 17, and Danny Davis, 16, were working the closing shift when they were all abducted. Initially written off as young folks ditching work quickly turns into one of the most horrifying cases in Indiana history. In part one of our two-part series, we walk through the last night they were seen alive and the chilling discovery that something had gone terribly wrong.*** If you know anything about the murder of Jayne Friedt, Mark Flemmonds, Ruth Shelton, and Danny Davis in 1978 please call the Indiana State Police District Investigative Commander at 1.317.899.8577 or 1.800.582.8440 ***Sources:The Indianapolis News, Journal and Courier, The Akron Beacon Journal, The Vincennes Sun-Commercial, The Indianapolis Star, Times Record, The Montgomery Advertiser, Rushville Republican, Vidette-Messenger of Porter County, The South Bend Tribune, The Daily Journal, The Republic, Wanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

In January 1989, 16-year-old Michael Masaoay left his San Francisco home for school, carrying his clarinet and books in a dark blue duffel bag. But Sacred Heart High School was closed that day, and Michael never returned home. He was last seen alone near downtown, and weeks later his duffel bag was discovered wedged between rocks at Baker Beach, with only part of his clarinet inside. Despite community vigils, searches, and his family’s tireless efforts, Michael’s case quickly faded from headlines overshadowed by other missing children in the Bay Area. More than three decades later, his disappearance remains unsolved. Join Ali and Eli as they go through this missing person case. Sources:The San Francisco Examiner, The San Francisco Chronicle, The Press Democrat, North County Times, Merced Sun-Star, and The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children Wanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

In May 1990, just days before graduation, 18-year-old Rhonda Sue Coleman vanished on her way home from a senior decorating party in Hazelhurst, Georgia. Her car was found abandoned with the engine running and her purse inside, but Rhonda was gone. Days later, her body was discovered miles away, partially burned in the woods. Despite decades of investigation, growing rewards, and even new legislation inspired by her case, Rhonda’s murder remains unsolved. Join Ali and Eli as we review this heartbreaking case. *** If you know anything about the murder of Rhonda Sue Coleman, please contact the GBI Region 4 Douglas Office at (912) 389-4103. ***Sources: The Macon Telegraph, The Atlanta Journal, The Atlanta Constitution, The Times, and Fox28 Savannah Wanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

In September of 1995, two-year-old Ke’Shaun Vanderhorst vanished from his home in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. A shy, gentle toddler who rarely left his mother’s side,. When his family began asking questions, his mother, Tina Vanderhorst, gave a series of conflicting stories—first saying the Department of Human Services took him, then claiming she had given him to a stranger, and finally admitting she sold him for drug money. Despite police searches, public appeals, and even a composite sketch of the woman Tina described, no trace of Ke’Shaun has ever been found. Almost 30 years later, his family still hopes he is alive.*** If you know anything about the disappearance of Ke’Shaun Vanderhorst in Sept of 1995 - or his whereabouts today - please call the Philadelphia police at 215-686-3014 ***Sources: The Philadelphia Inquirer, Philadelphia Daily News, Courier- post, Public opinion, Republican and Herald, Latrobe Bulletin, Wanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

In 1995, 18-year-old Shana Jaros had just graduated high school and moved into her first apartment in the small town of Nokomis, Illinois. Known for her kindness and ability to get along with anyone, Shana was building her future when, on the morning of November 1st, she was found brutally murdered inside her home. Despite hundreds of interviews and nearly 30 years of investigation, no one has ever been arrested. Join us as we share Shana’s story and the ongoing search for answers.*** If you know anything about the murder of Shana Jaros in November of 1995, please call the Illinois State Police, Zone 6 Investigations at (618) 346-3990, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-352-01 ***Sources:Herald and Review, The Taylorville Daily Breeze Courier, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, and NBC News Wanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

In August of 2004, 12-year-old Garrett Bardsley vanished during a Boy Scout camping trip in the Uinta Mountains of Utah. Just moments after stepping away to change out of wet clothes, Garrett was gone — without a sound, without a trace. Despite a massive search effort and national attention, no sign of Garrett has ever been definitively found. In this episode, we cover the disappearance of Garrett Bardsley, the heartbreaking search that followed, and the questions that remain unanswered two decades later.*** If you have any information about Garrett Bardsley, or if you find yourself hiking the Uintas and see something unusual, his family asks that you report it to the Summit County Sheriff’s Office at 435-615-3600 ***Sources:The Salt Lake Tribune, The Daily Spectrum, The Charlotte Observer, the Daily Herald, Reno Gazette-Journal, The Park Record, The Wasatch Wave, Tooele Transcript-Bulletin, and The CalifornianWanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

In January 2000, 49-year-old Kaysone Khounpanya was found murdered in her Hurst, Texas apartment. A kind, soft-spoken mother, grandmother, and aspiring singer, her death sent shockwaves through the Laotian community. Who would want to harm someone so beloved? No tips ever came in, and no suspect was ever named. This week, Ali and Eli revisit Kaysone’s tragic and still unsolved case.*** If you have any information about the murder of Kaysone Khounpanya, please contact the Hurst Police Department at (817) 788-7180. ***Sources: Fort Worth Star-TelegramWanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

In this episode of Cold and Missing, we’re telling the story of 15-year-old Yasmin Acree, a bright and ambitious honor student who vanished from her Chicago home in January of 2008. Despite clear signs of forced entry, police initially dismissed her disappearance as a runaway case—an assumption her loved ones fiercely dispute. As the investigation slowly unfolds, troubling details emerge about the adults in Yasmin’s life, systemic failures, and a disturbing connection to a known predator living just upstairs. Join Ali as she dives into this missing person case.*** If you know anything about the disappearance of Yasmin Acree in January of 2008- or her whereabouts today- please call the Cook County Sheriff’s office at 773-674-9490 or the Chicago police department at 312-744-8266 ***Sources: The Chicago Tribune, ABC7 News, and The National Center for Missing and Exploited ChildrenWanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

In June of 1993, a quiet Sunday evening in Windsor, North Carolina turned horrific when a man entered the Be-Lo grocery store just after closing time. Within minutes, he had gathered the store manager, a cashier, and the overnight cleaning crew into the back of the store—what followed was a calculated act of violence that left three people dead and two more clinging to life. Despite surviving the ordeal, one man’s eyewitness account and a mountain of investigative effort have not been enough to bring justice. Over 30 years later, the murders of Grover Cecil, Joyce Reason, and Johnnie Rankins remain unsolved. Join Ali and Eli as they go over this horrific cold case.*** If you know anything about the murders of Grover Cecil, Joyce Reason, and Johnnie Rankins at the BeLo grocery store in June of 1993 please call the Windsor police at 252-794-3111 or the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation at 1-800-334-3000 ***Sources:Goldsboro News-Argus, The Thomasville Times, The Journal News, The News and Observer, Roanoke-Chowan News-Herald, Hickory Daily Record, and The Daily Dispatch, Wanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

In the fall of 2016, eight-year-old Ameera Deadrick disappeared from Houston, TX after years of custody struggles between her parents. What began as a summer visit with her father turned into a permanent separation, despite her mother Tiara’s efforts to bring her home. The last confirmed sighting of Ameera was a Facebook video in early 2016—months before all contact stopped. When her father went to jail, no one knew where Ameera was. He claimed to have left her with a woman named Linda, or “Tootie,” in Waco, TX—someone police have never been able to locate. With no records, no sightings, and few answers, Ameera’s case remains unsolved.*** If you know anything about the disappearance of Ameera Deadrick - or her whereabouts today- or if you know anything Linda or Tootie who lived in Waco, TX - please call the Houston police at 713-884-3131 or the Waco police at 254-750-7500 ***Sources: Click 2 Houston, Fox 26 Houston, KWTX, The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children Wanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

In July 2001, 24-year-old Marisa Lee Rose was found murdered in the basement of her South Philly home—bound, beaten, and shot execution-style. Independent and deeply loyal, Marisa was building a life she was proud of when someone took it from her. Despite early leads and the discovery of her stolen rental car, the case quickly went cold. Over two decades later, her killer has never been brought to justice. Join Ali and Eli as we go over this haunting cold case.*** If you know anything about the murder of Marisa Lee Rose in July of 2001 please call the Philadelphia PD at 215- 686-8477 ***Sources: The Philadelphia Inquirer, Philadelphia Daily News, Courier-Post, and Standard-Speaker, Wanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

In June 2003, five-year-old LeeAnna Warner disappeared after walking to a friend’s house in Chisholm, Minnesota. Despite an intense search and hundreds of leads, no trace of her was ever found. As the years passed, suspicion swirled and tips dried up, but LeeAnna’s loved ones have never stopped searching. This episode explores the mysterious disappearance of LeeAnna Warner and the enduring fight to bring her home.*** If you know anything about the disappearance of LeeAnna Warner in June of 2003 - or her whereabouts today- please call the National Center for Missing and Exploited children at 1-800-843-5678 ***Sources:Star Tribune, St. Cloud Times, The Globe, The Austin Daily Herald, The Forum, Grand Forks Herald, The Albert Lea Tribune, The Duluth News Tribune, West Central Tribune, Post-Bulletin, The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.Wanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

Just days after his 16th birthday in 2004, Joshua Matthew Davis was found fatally injured on the side of a road in Garner, North Carolina. Initially treated as a hit-and-run, the case quickly turned suspicious: no debris, no signs of struggle, and a head wound that suggested something more violent. Rumors swirled of past altercations and relationship drama, but despite early leads and even a false confession, the case went cold. Over two decades later, Josh’s family is still waiting for answers—and justice.***If you know anything about the murder of Joshua Davis in January of 2004 please call the Garner police department at 919-773-6070 ***Sources: The News and Observer and WRAL news Wanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

In March 2014, 21 year old Reny Jose disappeared while on spring break in Panama City Beach, Florida. A student at Rice University, Reny was last seen on March 3rd, with one friend claiming he had taken LSD and talked about harming himself. Reny’s clothes and phone were found near the beach, but Reny was gone. Most of the students he traveled with left the day after he vanished. Despite his family’s ongoing efforts and public pleas for answers, no trace of Reny has been found in over a decade.*** If you know anything about the disapperance of Reny Jose - or his whereabouts today please call the Bay county sheriff’s office at 850-747-4700 ***Sources:Bryan-College Station Eagle, The Brownsville Herald, The Bradenton Herald, Press-Register, Pensacola News Journal, Poughkeepsie Journal, News-Press, WJHG Channel 7, and My Panhandle Wanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

In May of 1991, 9-year-old Christina Pipkin vanished while going door to door selling costume jewelry for a school fundraiser in the tiny town of Hickory Ridge, Arkansas. Described as bright, creative, and full of life, Christina was last seen around 6:30 PM—by nightfall, her family was sounding the alarm. Within hours, half the town had mobilized to search. Days later, her body was found submerged in a water ditch, fully clothed but missing her shoes and school materials. With no clear cause of death beyond drowning, police suspected foul play. Despite a later arrest based on a suspicious comment and a single strand of hair found in a suspect’s car, the case unraveled. Nearly nine years after her murder, charges were dropped, and to this day, no one has been held accountable for Christina’s death. Her case remains cold—but never forgotten.*** If you know anything about the murder of Christina Pipkin in May of 1991 please call the Arkansas State police at 501-618-8420 ***Sources:The Commercial Appeal, Paragould Daily Press, Batesville Guard, Daily American Republic, The Sun, Baxter Bulletin, The Daily World, and KATVWanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

Seventeen-year-old Roger Ellison vanished without a trace from Cedaredge High School in 1981. A gifted skier with dreams of joining the U.S. national team, Roger had a bright future ahead—college acceptance, a scholarship, and plans for an upcoming race. But after a brief conversation at his locker, Roger was never seen again. What followed was a painful and frustrating journey for his family, who were met with indifference from law enforcement and a string of dead-end leads. Despite sporadic tips—including a suspicious teacher, a false sighting in Mississippi, and a chilling deathbed confession from a hunter who claimed to witness Roger’s murder—no trace of Roger has ever been found. Over four decades later, his case remains unsolved, leaving his loved ones and community with haunting questions and a desperate hope for answers. Join Ali and Eli as they go over this case.*** If you know anything about the disappearance of Roger Ellison in February of 1981 - or his whereabouts today - please call the Delta County Sheriff’s office at 970-874-2000 ***Sources: The Daily Sentinel andThe Colorado Bureau of Investigation Wanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

In December 1994, six-year-old Esther Lizette Galaz, known to her loved ones as Lizette, vanished from her Tucson apartment complex after stepping outside for just a moment. A bright, caring first-grader, Lizette was last seen near a local convenience store before seemingly disappearing without a trace. As police launched a frantic search, two young witnesses reported seeing a girl matching Lizette’s description being forced into a small pickup truck. The next day, the case took a heartbreaking turn when Lizette’s body was discovered hidden under a discarded mattress in a nearby wash. Evidence pointed to a brutal crime, but despite early leads and a potential connection to other assaults in the area, her case went cold. Now, decades later, advancements in DNA technology have breathed new life into the investigation, with police expanding their search for a suspect. Join Ali as she goes through the details on this cold case. *** If you know anything about the murder of Esther Lizette Galaz in December 1994 in Tucson, AZ- you are encouraged to 88Crime at 520-882-7463 ***Sources:Tucson Citizen, Arizona Daily Star, The Arizona Republic, and KOLD13 News.Wanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

On January 11, 1996, seven-year-old Karen Grajeda vanished while playing outside her Tucson, Arizona apartment complex. The lively first grader had spent the afternoon riding her bike, playing Nintendo, and skating with her younger sister before stepping outside one last time—never to return. As darkness fell, panic set in, and a massive search effort began. Despite scouring the area, knocking on hundreds of doors, and chasing down leads—including reported sightings and a suspicious white compact car—no trace of Karen was found. In the years that followed, convicted predator Rodolfo Sedeno Morales emerged as the prime suspect, since Karen fit the profile of other young victims. Yet, in 2023, investigators announced they were looking into new persons of interest, keeping the hope alive that Karen’s case may still hold answers.*** If you know anything about the disappearance of Karen Grajeda in January of 1996 - or her whereabouts today - please call the Tucson police at 520-791-4444 ***Sources:Tucson Citizen, Arizona Daily Star, The Arizona Republic, and KOLD13 News.Wanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

In May 1980, Dorothy Jane Scott—a 32-year-old single mother from Orange County, California—vanished without a trace after helping a coworker get medical attention. For months leading up to her disappearance, Dorothy had been receiving eerie, threatening phone calls from an unknown stalker. Then, on the night she went missing, her car was found engulfed in flames, but she was nowhere to be found. Her family was tormented by anonymous phone calls for years, and the case quickly turned cold. It wasn’t until 1984 that Dorothy’s remains were discovered in a remote area—but her killer was never caught. Who was the voice on the other end of the phone? And what really happened to Dorothy Jane Scott? Join Ali and Eli as they go over this haunting cold case. ***If you know anything about the murder of Dorothy Jane Scott in May of 1980 please call the Orange County Sheriff’s Office at 714-647-7000***Sources: The Los Angeles Times, The Daily Breeze, The Modesto Bee, Daily Times-advocate, Daily Press, and Orange County Register Wanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

On November 28, 1983, 16-year-old Maurice "Red" Jefferson left his grandparents' house in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, heading to basketball practice—and he was never heard from again. Known for his striking red hair, kind nature, and big dreams of becoming a doctor, Maurice's disappearance remains a haunting mystery. Witnesses claimed he was forced into a car at Franklin Park that night, yet conflicting reports led the FBI to withdraw from the case. As days turned into weeks and years, the investigation ran cold, leaving his family searching for answers, keeping their Bibles open as a symbol of hope. Decades later, Maurice is still missing, his story fading from public memory, but his family has never stopped looking. What really happened to Red that night? Join Ali and Eli as we go over this heartbreaking case.***If you know anything about the disappearance of Maurice “Red” Jefferson - or his whereabouts today - please call the Broward County Sheriff’s Office at 954-321-4735***Sources:South Florida Sun Sentinel, Fort Lauderdale News, The Miami Herald, Florida Today, namus,govWanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

In this gripping episode, we unravel the haunting case of Terri Marie Howell, a young mother whose night out in Owensboro, Kentucky, in July 1980 ended in a terrifying abduction and brutal murder. After accepting a ride from a stranger, Terri’s friend managed a daring escape—but Terri never made it home. Hours later, her body was discovered in an abandoned farmhouse, set ablaze in a disturbing attempt to cover up the crime. Could modern DNA testing finally unmask her killer? Tune in as we examine the chilling details and lingering mysteries of a case that has haunted a family and a community for over 40 years.*** If you know anything about the murder of Terri Howell in July of 1980, please call the Daviess County Sheriff’s office at 270-685-8444 ***Sources: Messenger-Inquirer, Evansville Courier and Press, Evansville Press, The Owensboro Times, and 14News Wanna Connect?• Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episode• Have a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected]• Wanna support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissing• Check out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

In March 1993, 27-year-old Annie McCarrick vanished from Dublin, Ireland, leaving behind a mystery that remains unsolved over 30 years later. Originally from New York, she had embraced life in Ireland, but on the day she disappeared, she ran errands, returned home briefly, and was never seen again. Initial reports placed her at a pub that night, but investigators have since walked back those sightings. Her case is now linked to Ireland’s "Vanishing Triangle," a series of unexplained disappearances, and was officially reclassified as a homicide in 2023. What really happened to Annie? Join us as we unravel the eerie details of her case.*** If you know anything about the disappearance of Annie McCarrick in March of 1993.- or her whereabouts today.- please contact the Garda Station at 016669600 or to reach the anonymous tip line call 1800666111 ***Sources:The Star, The Province, Newsday (Nassau Edition), Staten Island Advance, Daily News, Evening Herald, The Independent Wales on Sunday, Sunday Telegraph, The Independent. And The Irish PostWanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

In August 1990, 11-year-old Heidi Seeman disappeared while walking home in San Antonio, Texas. A red car with tinted windows had been seen circling her before she vanished. Despite massive searches and multiple reported sightings—including one of a girl tied up in the back of a truck—no solid leads emerged. Three weeks later, Heidi’s body was found wrapped in trash bags on a remote ranch. Over the years, investigators focused on two key suspects: an Air Force Major, who had been involved in the search efforts, and a meth addict allegedly seen with a restrained young girl. Yet, neither was ever charged, and the case remains unsolved. Decades later, law enforcement and Heidi’s family still seek justice, hoping that new information—or forensic advances—will finally solve the mystery of what happened to Heidi Seeman. Join Ali as she goes over this 35 year old cold case. ***If you know anything about the murder of Heidi Seeman in August of 1990, please call the Texas Crime Stoppers at 1-800-252-8477OrYou can submit a tip to the Texas Rangers Cold Case unit using the online form: https://www.dps.texas.gov/apps/coldCase/Tips/tipForm/56 ***Sources:The Marshall News Messenger, The Kilgore News Herald, The Odessa American, The Seguin Gazette-Enterprise, Austin American-Statesman, Longview News-Journal, The Courier-Gazette, The Kerrville Times, Tyler Morning Telegraph, Abilene Reporter-News, Times Record News, Bryan-College Station Eagle, The Orange Leader, and The Tyler Courier-TimesWanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

Six friends set out for a night of fun in Opp, Alabama, in May 1999, but they never made it home. James “Amp” Reynolds and his friends were last seen leaving the Hideaway Club around 3:15 AM, piling into a newly souped-up Chevy Caprice. When they failed to return, their families immediately raised the alarm. Months of desperate searching led to a heartbreaking discovery—Lamar Stackhouse’s car submerged in the Pea River, with five bodies inside. But one was missing: Amp. Despite extensive searches and mounting theories, no trace of him was ever found. Over two decades later, the mystery of Amp’s disappearance lingers, leaving his family still searching for answers. Join Ali as she goes over this mysterious case.***If you have any information about James ‘Amp’ Reynolds disappearance in May of 1999 - or his whereabouts today - please call Sargent Simon Bentsen at 251-578-1315 ***Sources:The Dothan Eagle, Pensacola News Journal, The Montgomery Advertiser, The Anniston Star, and Birmingham Post-HeraldWanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

In August 2012, 16-year-old Hannah Truelove was a bright, animal-loving junior at Gainesville High School with dreams of becoming a veterinarian. Living with her mom in the Lake Lanier Club Apartments, she was well-loved for her humor and kindness. But on August 23, Hannah vanished after spending time outside near her apartment. A day later, her body was found in a wooded area nearby, the victim of a violent homicide. Despite witnesses, social media clues, and years of investigation, her killer remains unidentified. Police suspect someone she knew was responsible, but critical evidence may have been lost. Join us as we go through this haunting cold case.***If you know anything about the murder of Hannah Truelove in August of 2012 - please call theGBI Region 8 Cleveland Office at 706-348-4866 ***Sources: The Macon Telegraph, The Vicksburg Post, Ledger-Enquirer. The Atlanta Constitution, Georgia Bureau of Investigation, and The Gainesville Times Wanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

In this gripping episode, we delve into the mysterious disappearance of one-month-old Tavish Sutton, who was abducted from his hospital room at Grady Memorial in Atlanta, Georgia, on March 9, 1993. Born to a mother struggling with schizophrenia, Tavish was in foster care and recovering from surgery when he vanished without a trace. Authorities launched an exhaustive investigation, with the FBI profiling a suspect believed to have taken Tavish to raise him as her own. Despite leads, composite sketches, and public appeals, the case went cold, leaving many unanswered questions. Decades later, Tavish’s whereabouts remain unknown, but hope persists that he might still be alive, living under a new identity. Join us as we dive into this unresolved missing person case. ***If you know anything about the disappearance of Tavish Sutton in March of 1993, or his whereabouts today, please call the Atlanta Police Department at 404-546-4235 ***Sources:The Atlanta Journal, The Morning Call, Morning Sentinel, The Atlanta Constitution, and The Charley ProjectWanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

Episode Summary:In this episode, we delve into the tragic and mysterious case of Joyner Ondimu, a 23-year-old Kenyan nursing student living in Newark, Delaware. Known for her big heart, culinary talent, and dedication to helping others, Joyner’s promising life was cut short on February 8, 2005, when she was found murdered in her apartment. The close-knit Kenyan community in Delaware rallied to honor her life and send her body back to Kenya, where the crime garnered international attention. Despite police efforts, Joyner’s case remains unsolved to this day. Join Ali and Eli as we go over this case.***If you know anything about the murder of Joyner Ondimu in February of 2005 - please contact the New Castle County police cold case squad directly. Det. Josh Smith can be reached at 302-395-8126 or Det. Theresa Williams can be reached at 302-395-8216 ***Sources;The News JournalWanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

In this episode of Cold and Missing, we dive into the heartbreaking disappearance of 12-year-old Elisa Roberson with her sister Ruby Hall. Elisa vanished from Aransas Pass, Texas, in August 1989. On the evening of August 6, Elisa left home to meet a friend at a nearby elementary school but never arrived. Witnesses saw her on her way, but by the time her family realized something was wrong, Elisa had vanished without a trace. Despite extensive searches, including scent dogs and community efforts, the case went cold. Over the years, there have been leads, anonymous tips, and even an investigation at the family’s former home, but no conclusive answers. Now, over three decades later, Elisa’s family is reigniting their fight for justice, urging new leadership and cold case experts to uncover the truth. *** If you know anything about the disappearance of Elisa Roberson in August of 1989 or her whereabouts today - place call the Aransas Pass Police department at 361-758-5224 or if you want to leave a tip online you can use the attorney general online tip submission: https://www.texasattorneygeneral.gov/coldcasetipsWanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

In this year-end recap episode of Cold and Missing, we revisit some of the most compelling cases from our archives, exploring new updates and breakthroughs that have emerged in 2024. We delve into advancements in genetic genealogy and highlight the tireless efforts of law enforcement and advocates keeping these cases alive. Join us as we reflect on the ongoing quest for answers and justice in these unresolved mysteries. This episode is a powerful reminder that no case is truly cold when we keep shining a light on it.Wanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

In this episode, we explore the mysterious murder of Bruce Cucchiara, a beloved family man, businessman, and community figure in Covington, Louisiana. Bruce’s life was full of success but in April 2012, his life took a tragic turn. On the morning of April 24th, Bruce was found shot in the parking lot of an apartment complex. How he even came to be in that parking lot will have those closest to Bruce wondering why he was there. The case quickly unraveled into a web of questions: was Bruce lured to the complex? Was there a deeper motive behind his death? Join us as we go over this mysterious cold case. ***Anyone with information on Bruce’s case should call Det. Ryan Aucoin 504-658-5300 or you can leave a tip anonymously with Crimestoppers of Greater New Orleans at 504-822-1111*** Sources:St. Tammany Farmer, The Era-Leader, WGNO, NOPD News, Louisiana Voice, WDSU, And CounterClock PodcastWanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

On February 4, 2003, 4-year-old Sofia Juarez went missing in Kennewick, Washington, just hours before her 5th birthday. She had been playing at home with her uncle before asking to go to the store with her grandmother's boyfriend, Jose. But when Jose returned home without her, the family’s frantic search revealed no sign of Sofia. Despite a statewide Amber Alert—the first of its kind in Washington—the search for Sofia, including the use of bloodhounds and extensive neighborhood canvassing, yielded no leads. Over the weeks, the investigation revealed conflicting details, including a witness who reported seeing Sofia being led away by a suspect to a van shortly before her disappearance. Various suspect vehicles and individuals were investigated, yet Sofia’s whereabouts remain unknown. In the years since, the case has included numerous tips, a failed search of a local farm, and even a viral TikTok video that briefly reignited hope. As of late 2024, Sofia’s case remains unsolved, with authorities continuing to investigate every tip. The Juarez family, still seeking answers, continues to hold out hope for Sofia’s safe return.***If you know thing about the disapperance of SOfia Juarez - or her whereabouts today - please call special investigator Al Wehner at 509-582-1331***Or you can leave a tip online using the following form:https://www.go2kennewick.com/FormCenter/Police-Dept-Forms-10/Leave-a-Tip-on-Sofia-Juarez-142Sources: The Oregonian, Tri-City Herald, The Columbian, Longview Daily News, The Spokesman-Review, The News Tribune, Statesman Journal, and The Kennewick Police Department WebsiteWanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com

In this episode, we dive into the chilling and mysterious deaths of two elderly women at Riverside Health Care Center in Missoula, Montana, in 1990. Bertha Scott, an 85-year-old Alzheimer’s patient, was found dead in her bed in May, with initial reports suggesting natural causes. But nearly two months later, 87-year-old Nancy Lagerquist was discovered brutally murdered, her body found in the Clark Fork River after she went missing from the same facility. What initially seemed like isolated incidents soon began to unravel into a sinister pattern, revealing that both women had been victims of violent assaults. As detectives piece together the eerie clues—an open window, a suspicious man seen near the facility, and a mysterious DNA profile—they race against time to uncover the truth. Was there a connection between these two deaths, and if so, who did it? Join us as we explore this unresolved case that continues to haunt Missoula.***If you know anything about the murder of Bertha Scott and Nancy Lagerquist in 1990 please call the Missoula County Sheriff’s office at 406-258-3302 ***Sources:The Missoulian, The Billings Gazette, The Daily Inter Lake, The Havre Daily News, And Great Falls TribuneNewsnewWanna Connect?Follow us on instagram @Cold_and_Missing to keep up with active cases and see pictures discussed in the episodeHave a case you want us to cover? Want to tell us your thoughts about an episode? Email us at [email protected] support our work? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ColdandMissingCheck out our website at www.Coldandmissing.com