The Cold Case of The Boy in the Box

The Cold Case of The Gold Cross Necklace

Got a lead? or a story of your own that need helped being solved? [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2593240/fan_mail/new] In 1972, 14-year-old Lora Jean Dugan walked away from her Montana home after a family argument, intending to hitchhike across state lines. Three weeks later, her body was discovered 250 miles away in the rugged North Dakota Badlands—a cross necklace left dangling from a nearby tree. Decades after the case went cold, modern genetic genealogy and renewed efforts by the Billings County Sheriff’s Office are finally closing in on a killer who has remained in the shadows for over 50 years. This episode explores Lora Jean’s final journey and the forensic breakthrough that may finally bring justice to the "Girl with the Cross Necklace." Let’s pull back the shadows that have kept these cold cases in the dark for far too long. Piece by piece, we’ll work to rebuild the truth not just for the story, but for the victims and the families still waiting for answers. The puzzle isn’t complete yet, but together, we’re getting closer.

The Cold Case of The Boy in the Box

Got a lead? or a story of your own that need helped being solved? [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2593240/fan_mail/new] The "Boy in the Box [https://www.google.com/search?q=Boy+in+the+Box&oq=THE+BOY+IN+THE+BOX+MURDER&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyBggAEEUYOTIGCAEQRRg90gEIMjc2MGowajeoAgiwAgHxBVIOIY1XCmaj&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8&ved=2ahUKEwih8_vDhPuTAxUiSjABHd5gAOEQgK4QegYIAQgAEAM]" is 4-year-old Joseph Augustus Zarelli, identified in December 2022, 65 years after his body was found in a cardboard box in Philadelphia on February 25, 1957. Known for decades as "America's Unknown Child," he was murdered, with his body showing signs of physical abuse. While named using DNA, his killers remain unknown Let’s pull back the shadows that have kept these cold cases in the dark for far too long. Piece by piece, we’ll work to rebuild the truth not just for the story, but for the victims and the families still waiting for answers. The puzzle isn’t complete yet, but together, we’re getting closer.

Bonus: The Memorial Day Bathtub Murder

Got a lead? or a story of your own that need helped being solved? [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2593240/fan_mail/new] Over a 100 year old case and to this day never solved. This iconic story of a case took place over Memorial Day weekend. Which resulted in 4 tries to convict the husband who in turn was a free man who made a name for himself and died a a rich Hollywood producer. What really happen in that bathroom? I had to do this one guys because this is is perfect for this Memorial day weekend and definitely a juicy unsolved case! Let’s pull back the shadows that have kept these cold cases in the dark for far too long. Piece by piece, we’ll work to rebuild the truth not just for the story, but for the victims and the families still waiting for answers. The puzzle isn’t complete yet, but together, we’re getting closer.

Season 2 Premier!!!!!

Got a lead? or a story of your own that need helped being solved? [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2593240/fan_mail/new]  Can you believe it, everyone — Season 2 drops THIS Wednesday! I’m beyond excited, and I can’t thank my listeners enough. Your support is the reason these cold cases are being pulled out of the shadows and brought back into the light. Together, we’re giving victims a voice and their families a chance at long‑overdue answers. Stay tuned — Season 2 kicks off Wednesday, so make sure you’re subscribed. Thank you for being part of this mission  Let’s pull back the shadows that have kept these cold cases in the dark for far too long. Piece by piece, we’ll work to rebuild the truth not just for the story, but for the victims and the families still waiting for answers. The puzzle isn’t complete yet, but together, we’re getting closer.

: “The Costume of a Killer: The 10-Year Mystery of Missy Bevers”

Got a lead? or a story of your own that need helped being solved? [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2593240/fan_mail/new] At 4:18 AM on April 18, 2016, fitness coach Missy Bevers was murdered inside the Creekside Church in Midlothian, Texas. The killer, captured on haunting surveillance footage, wore full police tactical gear and spent 30 minutes wandering the halls with a pry bar before Missy arrived. Was this a random "burglary gone wrong," or a meticulously planned execution by someone who knew her schedule from social media? Let’s pull back the shadows that have kept these cold cases in the dark for far too long. Piece by piece, we’ll work to rebuild the truth not just for the story, but for the victims and the families still waiting for answers. The puzzle isn’t complete yet, but together, we’re getting closer.