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Imagine your son calls you, breathless and terrified, claiming he’s being hunted by "people in high places." You tell him to come home, but he never arrives. When the police find his car, his shoes, and his backpack scattered across the woods of Dartmouth, they discover something even more bizarre: Charlie Allen Jr. no longer exists. Just days before vanishing, he had legally changed his name to Neo Babson Maximus.It is now 2026, and the trail has been cold for nearly two decades—but Private Investigator John Leccese is still hunting for the truth. In this gripping interview, the former detective takes us inside the investigation that defined his career and continues to haunt him.In this episode, we tackle the questions that won't go away:The Paranoid Protocol: We deconstruct the final, frantic voicemails. Was Charlie’s fear of "important people" a symptom of his bipolar disorder, or did he stumble upon something he wasn't supposed to see at UMass Dartmouth?The "Polite" Intruder: John Leccese walks us through the strangest lead in the file—the man matching Charlie’s description who broke into a local home, apologized to the homeowner by name, and then dissolved back into the forest.Sifting the Shadows: From organized ground searches to analyzing 19 years of "sightings," Leccese reveals the hardest part of tracking a man who didn't want to be found.The 2026 Breakthrough? We discuss how modern technology and renewed interest in cold cases are putting pressure on the original evidence. Is there a digital footprint for "Neo" that we’ve missed?Guest Spotlight:John Leccese, owner of Orion Investigations, is a retired law enforcement officer who has become the Allen family’s strongest ally. He brings a tactical, "no-stone-unturned" perspective to a case that sits at the intersection of mental health and mystery.Be the Key to the Case:Charlie's family deserves peace. If you have any information, no matter how small, please contact Orion Investigations at (781) 435-1139 or the Massachusetts State Police at (508) 993-8373To follow us on all our social media platforms:https://linktr.ee/locatingthelost?utm...#TrueCrimeCommunity#Crime#TrueCrimePodcast#Podcast#CrimeStory#Crimestory#Mystery #MurderMystery#ColdCase#Unsolved#MissingPerson#CriminalJustice#Documentary#Forensics#Investigation#TrueCrimeAddict#PodcastRecommendation#Suspense#Thriller

On a spring morning in May 1977, 18-year-old Bernard "Bunny" Ross Jr. walked out of his family home in Fort Kent, Maine, and vanished into the vast wilderness of the North Woods. After a series of distressed events—including a brief truck theft that was later forgiven—Bunny's trail went cold on a remote dirt road near the Ashland-Portage town line.For nearly 50 years, the Ross family has lived in the "agony of the unknown," waiting for a knock on the door that never came. The case took a stunning turn in 2016 when his parents received a mysterious anonymous letter claiming to have definitive information about their son’s whereabouts. But who sent it, and why now?In this episode, we sit down with Patrick Ross, Bunny’s brother, to discuss:The Final Hours: The events leading up to Bunny’s disappearance and his state of mind on May 12, 1977.The Search: What it was like for a family in rural Maine to search for a loved one before the era of modern forensics.The Letter: The family's reaction to the anonymous tip that reignited the Maine State Police investigation.A Brother's Perspective: Patrick shares personal memories of "Bunny" and the reality of living with a decades-old cold case.Case Details: Missing Since May 12, 1977LocationAshland/Portage, MaineLast Seen Wearing Green down vest, gold chamois shirt, brown corduroy pantsDistinguishing Marks: Scar on abdomen, chicken pox marks on noseHave information? If you know anything about the disappearance of Bernard "Bunny" Ross Jr., please contact the Maine State Police Major Crimes Unit at (207) 973-3750.#Maine #Missing #Missingperson #locatingthelost #bernardross #truecrimecommunity

In October 1981, 27-year-old PhD student Charlotte Heimann stepped out of the Rochester Psychiatric Center for a brief errand and was never seen again. She left behind a four-year-old daughter and a haunting warning that someone was waiting for her at her apartment.Forty-five years later, the silence is finally breaking.In this special update episode, we welcome back Charlotte’s granddaughter, Shyla Jump, to discuss the massive shift in the investigation as we enter 2026. Shyla, a criminal justice professional, has turned a decades-old cold case into an active pursuit of the truth. We dive into the "very big lead" Shyla presented to the Rochester Police Department (RPD) in late 2025, the identification of a specific remote location that may hold the answers the family has been seeking, and the emotional toll of carrying a legacy of trauma.Is a breakthrough finally on the horizon? Join us as we examine the evidence that has investigators looking back at 1981 with fresh eyes.What You’ll Hear in This Episode:The New Evidence: Shyla details the process of vetting recent leads and her collaboration with the RPD Major Crimes Unit.The Power of Advocacy: How Shyla’s expertise has moved the needle on a case that sat dormant for decades.A Family’s Fight: The impact of this investigation on Charlotte’s daughter and the generational quest for closure.Help Bring Charlotte Home:If you lived in the Rochester, NY area in 1981 or have any information regarding the disappearance of Charlotte Heimann, please contact:Rochester Police Department Major Crimes: (585) 428-7157Crime Stoppers: (585) 423-9300 (Anonymous)Follow the Investigation: Join the community and see the latest updates on the Charlotte Heimann Missing 1981 Facebook Page.Follow us: https://linktr.ee/locatingthelost #charlotteheimann #rochesterny #truecrime #locatingthelost

On October 16, 1976, 34-year-old attorney Joseph Bichrest disappeared from the small town of Shirley, Maine, along with his blue and white Jeep. He was deeply in debt, facing investigations for theft and tax evasion, and had allegedly made suicidal threats. Was he a desperate man who simply fled the law, using a credit card in Philadelphia two days later to stage a vanishing act? Or, as persistent rumors suggest, was Joseph the victim of foul play, his body and vehicle dumped forever in one of the deep, cold quarries near Greenville? The Jeep has never been found, and the case remains unsolved. Join us as we explore the baffling case that has haunted his family and the Maine State Police for nearly fifty years with his daughter Billie-Jayne. We will be examining the thin line between a calculated escape and a cold-blooded murder. Follow us: https://linktr.ee/locatingthelost #missing #maine #josephbichrest #missingperson

What if the key to solving Maine's largest missing child investigation is found not in forensic evidence, but in the words spoken by the people in the house?Join us as statement analysis expert Jack Fox, of "Never a Truer Word", dissects the public statements of the DiPietro family following 20-month-old Ayla Reynolds' disappearance in 2011. Jack isn't just reviewing the facts; he's translating the hidden language of deception used by those who last saw little Ayla. This episode cuts through the noise to focus on the linguistic "tells" and crucial omissions from Ayla's father, Justin DiPietro, who reported an unsupported "abduction" claim.Police believe these individuals are withholding information and that Ayla did not leave the house on her own. Jack Fox is here to show you exactly how their words betray the truth. Brace yourself for a chilling hour of true crime analysis that will change how you view this cold case forever.#truecrime #aylareynolds #jackfox #missingperson #maine #statementanalysisTo Follow Jack: https:https://neveratruerword.start.page/To Follow all of our social media: https://linktr.ee/locatingthelost

In 1977, 19-year-old Judith Anne "Judy" Brown walked out of a New York psychiatric facility and into a terrifying mystery.She wasn't just leaving; she was with Richard Riesenberg, a charismatic, manipulative patient who had already brutally murdered his own family years earlier. When authorities discovered Riesenberg's imminent transfer to a maximum-security prison, the alarm bells sounded. The pair had vanished without a trace.For nearly five decades, Judy’s family has been haunted by a single, desperate question: Was she a willing runaway, or the victim of a man with a documented history of lethal violence? A single phone call months later—"I'm okay, don't worry"—was the last anyone heard from her.Join us as we dive deep into this chilling, unsolved disappearance. We'll explore the complex world of the 1970s mental health system, dissect the authorities' initial inaction, and follow the family's relentless fight for answers.Listen now to Vanished With a Killer and help us shine a light on one of New York’s most enduring missing person cases.#judithannebrown #Missing #Truecrime #MissinginNYTo learn more about this case:https://linktr.ee/judithannebrownmissing

On a winter night in 1971, 13-year-old Kathy Gloddy walked her dog near her home in Franklin, New Hampshire. She never returned, but her dog did. Kathy Gloddy was beaten, strangled, and run over multiple times—a crime so brutal some investigators believe it couldn't have been the work of just one person. Her family believes this as well and points to multiple persons of interest who were known to the family. While much of the attention has focused on Ed Dukette, the neighbor who confessed and recanted, his involvement may just be a piece of a larger, darker puzzle. Kenneth Bonenfant is another person of interest in the case. His weak alibi and bizarre behavior after her murder causes the community question his involvement. This episode dives into the family's theory of multiple assailants, exploring the lives of other potential suspects and the persistent feeling that someone else knows the truth. Could there still be a killer—or killers—hiding in plain sight in Franklin, New Hampshire?#KathyGloddy #unsolved #truecrime #podcast #locatingthelost #FranklinNewHampshire

A grieving family, a suspicious community, and a chilling disappearance. Stefanie Damron vanished after an argument, but her neighbors, Chris and Shelly Carson, know the story is more complicated. They watched the off-grid family struggle, as neighbors raised alarms to child protective services long before Stefanie disappeared. In this revealing conversation, the Carsons share their side of the story—the tensions with the Damrons, the rumors that divided their small town, and the lingering questions about Stefanie's disappearance#StefanieDamron #missingperson #unsolved #Maine #NewSweden#LocatingtheLost

In this episode, we delve into the concerning case of Tyler D. Anderson and Sierra Frey from Maine, who are currently evading authorities while under investigation. Their story includes serious allegations of domestic abuse, child neglect, and child sexual abuse. After a brutal assault that required surgery for Frey, she initially sought help but later rejoined Anderson, abandoning her children and failing to appear for court dates. Anderson is considered dangerous and has a history of violence. He is believed to be driving a black 2010 Subaru hatchback with the license plate "PICK1E" and may be traveling with a large brindle bull mastiff dog. The episode will explore the details of their evasion, the impact on the abandoned children, and the public's role in helping authorities locate them to ensure safety and justice.#MAINE #TRUECRIME #WANTED #TYLERANDERSONSIERRAFREY #PODCAST

In this episode, we welcome Jack Fox, renowned statement analysis expert and host of the YouTube channel "Never a Truer Word". Jack delves into the powerful techniques of statement analysis, explaining how to uncover hidden meanings, inconsistencies, and potential deception in both spoken and written words. He provides us insight on statements made by the family of Stefanie Damron who went missing September 23rd, 2024 from New Sweden Maine #JackFox #StefanieDamron #missingperson #unsolved #MaineTo learn more about Jack Fox:Websiteneveratruerword.comBusiness and trainingstatementfox.comPodcastspodcast.neveratruerword.comBooksbooks.neveratruerword.comXtwitter.com/truer_wordNewsletterposts.neveratruerword.comInstainstagram.com/neveratruerwordFacebookfacebook.com/NeverATruerWordUKThreadsthreads.net/@neveratruerwordFacebook Groupfacebook.com/groups/680041943036112LinkedInlinkedin.com/in/jack-fox-si

***We apologize for some issues with guest audio***Tela Amy Hart was reported missing on October 9, 2005, shortly after she left a friend's home on Lenfest Street in Presque Isle, Maine. Witnesses indicated that she headed toward the nearby Presque Isle Stream, and authorities speculated that she may have accidentally fallen into the water and drowned. The night of her disappearance was marked by rain, leaving the grass along the riverbank slick and treacherous. Officer Kevin Schumacher, accompanied by K-9 Hunter, was dispatched to search for her. The dog repeatedly led the officer to the water's edge, reinforcing the theory that Hart had slipped into the stream, prompting a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding her disappearance.Despite extensive searches over the following months, no trace of Tela was found until May 18, 2007, when two fiddleheaders discovered her remains along the banks of the Aroostook River in Presque Isle. The discovery brought a somber conclusion to a long and painful search for her family. While the official ruling determined her death to be an accidental drowning, her loved ones have expressed deep skepticism about this conclusion. They believe that the evidence surrounding her disappearance and the subsequent discovery of her body suggests the possibility of foul play, raising questions about the thoroughness of the initial investigation.Tonight, we are joined by Tela's family, who are eager to share her story and articulate their concerns regarding the investigation into her death. They feel that critical details may have been overlooked and that a fresh examination of the case could uncover new insights. Their determination to seek justice for Tela reflects not only their love for her but also their hope that by reopening the investigation, they might finally uncover the truth behind her tragic end.#missing #unsolved #truecrime #maine #aroostookcounty #someoneknowssomething #locatingthelost

Benjamin Shane Ridley vanished from Burien, Washington, on July 2, 1982, under circumstances that have left his family and authorities puzzled for decades. At the time of his disappearance, he was living with his family but had recently transitioned to a foster home in Burien. Just a day after moving in, he inexplicably disappeared without a trace, and despite extensive searches and investigations, he has not been heard from since. The prevailing theory among investigators is that Benjamin, affectionately known as Benjie, may have chosen to leave voluntarily, possibly in an attempt to reunite with his biological parents.In the early 2000s, Benjamin's sisters took it upon themselves to locate him, utilizing his Social Security Number in their search efforts. Unfortunately, their attempts yielded no results, prompting them to take further action. It wasn't until 2017 that they officially reported him missing, reigniting interest in his case and bringing renewed attention to the mystery surrounding his disappearance. The passage of time has only deepened the uncertainty, leaving his family to wonder about his fate and whereabouts.Tonight we are joined by his sister Rose as we discuss his disappearance and what she thinks may have happened to her brother.#podcast #crime #truecrimecommunity #missingperson #missing #coldcase #interview #BenjaminRidley #Washington #Maine

#coldcase #missingperson #truecrimecommunityTonight, we are joined by members of TEAMSTEFANIE, Bobbi and Stacey as we revisit the case of Stefanie Damron who's been missing for over 300 days.Stefanie Damron, a 14-year-old girl from New Sweden, Maine, vanished on September 23, 2024, under troubling circumstances. She was last seen leaving her home after a disagreement with her sister, walking into the dense woods along West Road. Concerned for her safety, her family reported her missing the very next day. At the time of her disappearance, Stefanie was described as petite, standing at 5 feet tall and weighing around 130 pounds. She had shoulder-length brown hair and striking green eyes, and was last seen wearing blue jeans, a long-sleeved blue shirt, and distinctive black Harley Davidson hiking boots, which may aid in identifying her.In the wake of her disappearance, extensive search operations were launched by both the Maine State Police and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. These efforts included thorough land searches, interviews with potential witnesses, and the pursuit of leads that extended beyond Maine, reaching into other parts of the United States and even Canada. Despite these comprehensive measures, Stefanie has not been found, leaving her family and the community in a state of distress. Local residents have rallied together, organizing vigils and search initiatives to support Stefanie's family and to keep her story alive, hoping to generate new leads that could lead to her safe return.In December 2024, the FBI took a significant step by announcing a reward of up to $15,000 for any information that could lead to Stefanie's safe return or the identification and prosecution of those responsible for her disappearance. The Bureau also placed her on their Most Wanted Kidnappings and Missing Persons list, underscoring the urgency and seriousness of the case. The community continues to hold onto hope, as they remain vigilant in their search for answers, determined to bring Stefanie home and to ensure that her story does not fade from public consciousness.#podcast #crime #truecrimecommunity #missingperson #missing #coldcase #interview #Maine #stefaniedamron #teamstefanie

Tonight, we are privileged to welcome Corey, a passionate advocate who has taken to social media to shed light on the shortcomings of Maine's Child Protective Services (CPS) and the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). Corey's commitment to raising awareness about these critical issues is vital, especially as we delve into the heartbreaking stories of children who have suffered due to systemic failures. Among the cases we will examine are those of Marissa Kennedy, Ayla Reynolds, and Maddox Williams, each of whom tragically lost their lives or went missing while in the care of a parent, highlighting the dire consequences of negligence within the system.In addition to these tragic cases, we will also discuss the heartbreaking stories of foster children Logan Marr and Majesty Macfarlane, both of whom died while under the supervision of their foster parents. These incidents raise urgent questions about the effectiveness of the protective measures in place and the accountability of those responsible for the welfare of vulnerable children. The circumstances surrounding these cases reveal a troubling pattern that cannot be ignored, as they underscore the critical need for reform within CPS and DHHS to ensure that children are safeguarded from harm.As we explore these distressing narratives, we must confront the pressing question: why are so many children dying while under the care of CPS and DHHS in Maine? This inquiry is not merely about statistics; it is about the lives lost and the families shattered by preventable tragedies. Tonight, we aim to foster a deeper understanding of the systemic issues at play and advocate for meaningful changes that prioritize the safety and well-being of children in the state.

#missingperson #truecrimecommunity #MaineOn June 16, 2017, Sebastian found himself involved in a serious altercation that resulted in his hospitalization. Medical examinations revealed concerning symptoms, including swelling and bleeding in his brain. Despite the gravity of his condition, Sebastian made the decision to leave the hospital against medical advice, a choice that would soon raise alarms among his loved ones.The following day, June 17, Sebastian was staying at his sister’s residence on Gilman Street in Portland, Maine. However, after a brief period at his sister's home, he inexplicably left, and since that moment, he has not been seen or heard from again. The suddenness of his disappearance has left his family in a state of deep concern and confusion, as they grapple with the uncertainty of his whereabouts.Sebastian's family is understandably distressed, fearing for his safety and well-being. They are actively seeking information about his last known movements and are reaching out to the community for assistance. They remain vigilant in their search, determined to bring him back home.Tonight we are joined by Jessica Jean the mother of Sebastian's daughter as she shares Sebastian's story with hopes of generating tips of his whereabouts.#podcast #crime #truecrimecommunity #missingperson #missing #coldcase #interview #Maine #SEBASTIANKELLEY