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Episode 8 – The Abduction of Pearl Pinson

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Pearl Pinson was a 15-year-old high school freshman on the morning of May 25, 2016, when she was abducted off the street in plain sight of several witnesses. Although police responded quickly and a suspect was quickly identified, an Amber Alert was not issued immediately and, by the time police finally caught up with the suspect, Pearl was gone.

If you have any tips regarding Pearl Pinson’s whereabouts, please call the Solano County Sheriff’s Department at 707-784-1963, or contact Pearl’s family via this Facebook page.

Listen Here! May 25, 2016 – The Abduction of Pearl Pinson

Pearl Pinson
Missing flier
Fernando Castro
Pearl Pinson
Fernando Castro driving the Gold Saturn

Sources:

Pearl Jean Francis Pinson – The Charley Project

Rocha, Veronica. “Mystery of missing Pearl Pinson deepens as law enforcement calls off search in remote area.” Los Angeles Times, 29 May 2016. Accessed 11 May 2022.

Waldman, Justine. “New details uncovered in search for kidnapped Vallejo teen Pearl Pinson.” Nancy Grace’s Cold Cases, 24 May 2018. Accessed 11 May 2022.

Gase, Thomas. “Still searching for Pearl Pinson.” Vallejo Times-Herald, 26 May 2021. Accessed 11 May 2022.

Baxter, Jenn. “Abducted at Gunpoint: Where is Pearl Pinson?.” Medium.com, 21 Mar. 2021. Accessed 14 May 2022.

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Episode 7 – The Murder of Jan Scharf

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When an ER nurse is reported missing after not showing up to work on May 18, 2002, the search for Jan Scharf begins. Her estranged husband, Glyn Scharf, is quickly identified as the last person to have had contact with her. While he is not initially believed to be a suspect, as the investigation continues, truths begin to be revealed.

Listen Here! May 18, 2002 – The Murder of Jan Scharf

Jan Scharf, circa 2002
Jan’s van, found abandoned at a 24 Hour Fitness gym after she went missing
Glyn Scharf, undated photo
Jan Scharf, circa 2002

Sources:

Martinez, Silvina. “UC Davis Medical Center Nurse Reported Missing.” The Sacramento Bee, 20 May 2002, p. B3. Newspapers.com, Accessed 9 May 2022.

Hecht, Peter. “Relatives Seek News of Nurse.” The Sacramento Bee, 23 May 2002, pp. B1–B6. Newspapers.com, Accessed 9 May 2022.

Hecht, Peter. “Mystery Grows in the Case of Missing Nurse.” The Sacramento Bee, 9 June 2002, pp. B1–B5. Newspapers.com, Accessed 10 May 2022.

Gates, Niesha. “Year Later, a Family Still Waits.” The Sacramento Bee, 7 May 2003, pp. B1–B4. Newspapers.com, Accessed 10 May 2022.

Gates, Niesha. “Neighbor Tells of Night Nurse Disappeared.” The Sacramento Bee, 31 Oct. 2003, pp. B1–B3. Newspapers.com, Accessed 12 May 2022.

Dugan, Molly. “Murder Trial Ordered in Missing Nurse Case.” The Sacramento Bee, 1 Nov. 2003, p. B3. Newspapers.com, Accessed 12 May 2022.

Enkoji, M. S. “Missing Woman Had Armed Self, Daughter Says.” The Sacramento Bee, 11 Oct. 2004, pp. B1–B3. Newspapers.com, Accessed 12 May 2022.

Enkoji, M. S. “Scharf Case Goes to Jury.” The Sacramento Bee, 20 Oct. 2004, pp. B1–B3. Newspapers.com, Accessed 12 May 2022.

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Episode 6 – The Disappearance of Cleashindra Denise Hall

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On May 9, 1994, an 18-year-old high school senior disappeared after working at her part-time job. Everything was going right in Cleashindra Denise Hall’s life in the days surrounding her disappearance and she had a bright future ahead of her. This is a case with few clues to follow as we ask the question, what happened to Clea Hall that night?

If you have any tips pertaining to this case, you can submit them to the Jefferson County Sheriff here.

Listen Here! May 9, 1994 – The Disappearance of Cleashindra Denise Hall

Clea Hall, circa 1994
Clea Hall, circa 1994
Clea’s mom Laurell
Missing poster
Clea’s mom holding her picture, years after her disappearance

Sources:

Cleashindra Denise Hall – The Charley Project

The Mysterious Disappearance of Cleashindra Hall | by Jennifer | The Mystery Box | Medium

Herman, Jane. “Another Mother’s Day Passes as Laurell Hall Searches for Daughter Cleashindra.” NBC News, 14 May 2017. Accessed 27 Apr. 2022.

Mikkilineni, Rupa. “Honors student leaves doctor’s office, disappears.” Nancy Grace’s Cold Cases, 7 Apr 2009. Accessed 27 Apr. 2022.

“UPDATE: Police search home after receiving tip about 1994 cold case.” ABC 7 On Your Side, 29 Mar 2012. Accessed 27 Apr. 2022.

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Episode 4 – The Murder of Chandra Levy [Part Two]

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Years after the media onslaught regarding Gary Condit, a new suspect came to light in the Chandra Levy case; A Salvadoran immigrant named Ingmar Guandique. Who was this man and why did he remain hidden from police’s radar for so long? Today we conclude our coverage of the May 1, 2001 murder of Chandra Levy.

Much of the detailed information we were able to relay in this episode came from a 13-part investigative report done by The Washington Post. If you want even more information, we highly recommend reading this series, which you can do here.

Listen Here! May 1, 2001 – The Murder of Chandra Levy [Part Two]

Chandra Levy
A candid shot of Chandra
Ingmar Guandique
Ingmar Guandique being deported back to El Salvador by ICE

Sources:

Horwitz, Sara, et al. “Who Killed Chandra Levy?.” The Washington Post, 13 part series, 11 Jul. 2008. washingtonpost.com, Accessed 18 Apr. 2022.

CNN Wire Staff. “Sources: More Charges Dropped Against Suspect In Chandra Levy Killing.” CNN, 15 Nov. 2010. cnn.com, Accessed 18 Apr. 2022.

Alexander, Keith. “Attorneys give final arguments in Levy murder trial; jury deliberations begin.” Washington Post, 16 Nov. 2010. washingtonpost.com, Accessed 18 Apr. 2022.

Alexander, Keith and Cauvin, Henri. “Guandique found guilty in Levy case.” Washington Post, 23 Nov. 2010. washingtonpost.com, Accessed 18 Apr. 2022.

“Chandra Levy murder retrial granted by US judge.” BBC News, 4 Jun. 2015. bbc.com, Accessed 18 Apr. 2022.

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Episode 4 – The Murder of Chandra Levy [Part One]

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The sudden and uncharacteristic disappearance of a young intern in Washington DC, on May 1, 2001, turns into a media frenzy, creating an uphill battle for police and prosecutors trying to piece together the case and find Chandra Levy.

Much of the detailed information we were able to relay in this episode came from a 13-part investigative report done by The Washington Post. If you want even more information, we highly recommend reading this series, which you can do here.

Listen Here! May 1, 2001 – The Murder of Chandra Levy [Part One]

Chandra Levy’s senior picture
Chandra Levy, Gary Condit, and Chandra’s friend at their first meeting in 2000
Candid shot of Chandra
Robert and Susan Levy

Sources:

Horwitz, Sara, et al. “Who Killed Chandra Levy?.” The Washington Post, 13 part series, 11 Jul. 2008. washingtonpost.com, Accessed 18 Apr. 2022.

Franken, Bob. “Police sources: Condit admits to affair with Levy.” CNN, 7 Jul. 2001. cnn.com, Accessed 18 Apr. 2022.

Early Timeline, Compiled by Lauren Burke, USATODAY.com, 5/22/02Sources: USA TODAY, The Modesto Bee, The Washington Post, Fox News, ABC News, Rep. Gary Condit’s office, the New York Post and the New York Daily News.

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Episode 3 – The Disappearance of Laureen Ann Rahn

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In the early hours of April 27, 1980, a woman returned home to her apartment in Manchester, New Hampshire only to find that her 14-year-old daughter was missing. In the 42 years since, investigators still have not been able to answer the question, what happened to Laureen Ann Rahn?

If you have any tips pertaining to this case, you can submit them at the New Hampshire Department of Justice here.

Listen Here! April 27, 1980 – The Disappearance of Laureen Ann Rahn

Laureen Ann Rahn, age 14
Missing person flier, 1980
Terry Rassmussen, convicted killer who lived in the neighborhood Laureen disappeared from
Age progressed photo of Laureen at 55, created in 2021

Sources:

Laureen Rahn | Cold Case Unit | NH Department of Justice

Laureen Ann Rahn – The Charley Project

Grossmith, Pat. “40 years after disappearance, family holds out hope for Laureen: ‘In my heart I want to believe she’s alive…’.” Manchester Ink Link, 27 Apr. 2020. manchesterinklink.com, Accessed 11 Apr. 2022. https://manchesterinklink.com/40-years-after-disappearance-family-holds-out-hope-for-laureen-in-my-heart-i-want-to-believe-shes-alive/

Canton, Ruth. The Disappearance of Laureen Ann Rahn. Trellis Publishing, Incorporated, 14 Jul 2021.

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Episode 2 – The Murder of Doris Fay Lentz

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On April 23rd, 1996, a divorced mother traveled from her apartment in Virginia to her ex-husband’s home in Maryland, planning to pick up their child for a custody exchange. Doris Fay Lentz was never seen alive again.

Listen Here! April 23, 1996 – The Murder of Doris Fay Lentz

Doris Fay Lentz, circa 1996
Doris’ 1994 Toyota Celica
Map of the route between Jay’s house and Doris’ apartment

Sources:

UNITED STATES DISTRICT. Lentz V. United States. 7 Mar. 2020. Case Mine, https://www.casemine.com/judgement/us/5eba50b4894ef25c90856ce8. Accessed 14 Apr. 2022.

United States Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit. United States of America, Plaintiff, v. Jay E. Lentz, Defendant-Appellee. 14 Sept. 2004. Find Law, https://caselaw.findlaw.com/us-4th-circuit/1235805.html#footnote_4. Accessed 12 Apr. 2022.

United States Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit. United States of America, Plaintiff-Appellee, v. Jay E. Lentz, Defendant-Appellee. 12 May. 2008. Find Law, https://caselaw.findlaw.com/us-4th-circuit/1204354.html. Accessed 12 Apr. 2022.

UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT FOR THE SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF ILLINOIS. JAY E. LENTZ, Petitioner, v. ERIC WILLIAMS, Respondent. 21 Apr. 2021. Cases.justia.com, https://cases.justia.com/federal/district-courts/illinois/ilsdce/3:2020cv00204/84004/26/0.pdf. Accessed 14 Apr. 2022.

Smith, Leef. “Retrial Has A Dramatic Conclusion Guilty Verdict Leads To Lentz Outburst.” The Washington Post, 31 Mar. 2006, https://www.washingtonpost.com/archive/politics/2006/03/31/retrial-has-a-dramatic-conclusion-span-classbankheadguilty-verdict-leads-to-lentz-outburst-span/230b9e88-d2fa-4f8c-a386-6f8cef47eb06/. Accessed 13 Apr. 2022.

National Coalition Against Domestic Violence. “Domestic Violence.” National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, 2020, https://assets.speakcdn.com/assets/2497/domestic_violence-2020080709350855.pdf?1596828650457. Accessed 14 Apr. 2022.

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Episode 1 – The Fisher Family Murders

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On April 10, 2001, the Fisher family home exploded into flames. Three members of the family were found dead at the scene and the fourth was missing. In this week’s episode we discuss the details of this case and ask the question, where is Robert Fisher?

Listen Here! April 10, 2001 – The Fisher Family Murders

Robert, Mary, Brittney, and Bobby
Brittney and Bobby Fisher, 1992
ATM surveillance photo of Robert Fisher
The burned out remains of the Fisher home
News article, circa 1989, regarding Robert Fisher’s one previous run-in with the police
FBI release of potential different looks for Robert Fisher
Robert Fisher FBI wanted poster

Sources:

Zoellner, Tom, and Pat Flannery. “Unhooked Gas Line Tied to Murders.” Arizona Republic, 13 Apr. 2001. Newspapers.com, Accessed 4 Apr. 2022.

Stapleton, Erica. “The Hunt for Robert Fisher: Man Accused of Murdering Family, Rigging Scottsdale Home to Explode Still Missing 20 Years Later.” 12 News Arizona, 8 Apr. 2021, https://www.12news.com/article/news/crime/the-hunt-for-robert-fisher-20-years-later/75-fa924be5-3bbc-4404-8350-baa01793048d. Accessed 4 Apr. 2022.

Zoellner, Tom. “Fugitive Possible Caller to TV Show.” Valley & State Arizona Republic East Valley Edition, 6 Apr. 2002, pp. SB1–B2. Newspapers.com, Accessed 4 Apr. 2022.

Ryman, Anne. “Robert Fisher: Who Is the Real Man behind the Manhunt?” Arizona Republic, 9 Apr. 2021, https://www.azcentral.com/in-depth/news/local/arizona-investigations/2021/04/09/who-is-robert-fisher/4737554001/. Accessed 31 Mar. 2022.

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