***LIVE*** ECHOES IN THE PINES -THE RUSSELL BURNETT STORY

Maine is known as Vacationland—a postcard of rocky coasts, sleepy towns, and pristine pines. But the moment the sun dips below the canopy, the landscape shifts into something far more unforgiving.In this special crossover episode of Locating the Lost, we step into the shadows with Christian Leathers, AKA Reverend Redbeard, the host of Acadia After Dark. Together, we are striking a match to the mysteries of the Pine Tree State and exploring the thin, terrifying line where real-world wilderness danger meets deep regional lore.Millions of acres of dense, unbroken timber blanket this state. It’s a place where cell service dies, trails abruptly stop, and people vanish into thin air.Light your lanterns. The woods are listening.To Learn More About Acadia After Dark go to: acadiaafterdark.comFollow us: linktr.ee/locatingthelost#TrueCrime #MaineColdCases #AcadiaAfterDark #LocatingTheLost #WildernessMysteries #Vacationland #PodcastCrossover #MissingPerson

When a loved one vanishes, the silence left behind is deafening. In this powerful episode of Locating the Lost, we dive deep into the heartbreaking and mysterious disappearance of Russell Burnett from Maine.To help us understand who Russell is beyond the missing person poster, we are joined by family friend and dedicated advocate, Nadine. She shares exclusive insights into the timeline of his disappearance, the agonizing search efforts, and the community's relentless fight for answers.Russell didn't just vanish into thin air—someone, somewhere, knows something. Nadine joins us to break the silence, keep Russell’s face in the public eye, and issue an urgent plea to anyone who might hold the missing piece of the puzzle.Turn on notifications, share this stream, and help us bring Russell home.🚨 CALL TO ACTION (How You Can Help)We cannot do this without you. Your share could be the one that reaches the person with the truth. Here is how you can take action right now:SHARE THIS VIDEO: Hit the share button immediately to push this live stream into more feeds on Facebook and YouTube.SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW: Subscribe to Locating the Lost and turn on the notification bell so you never miss a case.LEAVE A COMMENT: Drop a comment below. Even a simple "Boosting for visibility" helps the algorithm push this video to a wider audience.HAVE INFORMATION? If you have any information regarding the disappearance of Russell Burnett, no matter how small or insignificant it may seem, please contact Maine State Police 207-973-3700#RussellBurnett #MissingPerson #LocatingTheLost #MaineMissing #TrueCrimeLive #ColdCase #FindRussellBurnett #MissingInMaine #HelpUsFindHim #TrueCrime #LiveStream #ShareThisVideo #BringRussellHome #CommunityAdvocate

On July 10, 2015, two-year-old DeOrr Kunz Jr. vanished without a trace from the Timber Creek campground in Idaho. He was in the company of four adults—his parents, his great-grandfather, and a family friend. To this day, no physical evidence has ever been found.In this episode of Locating the Lost, we sit down with renowned statement analysis expert Jack Fox. Fox takes a closer look at the public and recorded statements made by the adults who were present that day. What do their word choices reveal? Are there hidden gaps, linguistic red flags, or unconscious admissions in their accounts? Join us as we examine the anatomy of their statements to see what was really being said—and what was left out.👉 Listen now to see if the truth is hidden in plain sight. Subscribe to Locating the Lost on your favorite podcast platform so you never miss an episode!FOLLOW US: https://linktr.ee/locatingthelostTO FOLLOW JACK FOX: https://neveratruerword.start.page/ If you have any information regarding the disappearance of DeOrr Kunz Jr., please contact the Lemhi County Sheriff's Office.#DeOrrKunzJr#DeOrrKunz#LocatingTheLost#TrueCrimePodcast#StatementAnalysis#MissingPerson#UnsolvedMysteries#JackFox#IdahoMissing#ColdCase#TrueCrimeCommunity#Disappeared

On a cold March afternoon in 2023, 29-year-old Matthew McDonald was reportedly dropped off at the Howe Cemetery in Coal Center, PA. According to his girlfriend—the last person to see him—Matthew exited the car after an argument about a phone, and when she returned just ten minutes later, he had vanished into thin air. He left behind his own phone, his belongings, and a family that has been fighting for answers ever since.In this episode of Locating the Lost, we sit down with Matthew’s sister, Samantha, who has become a relentless advocate for her brother. She takes us through the confusing timeline of that day, the critical footage from a nearby church, and the agonizing roadblocks the family has faced while dealing with local law enforcement.In this interview, we discuss:The Person Behind the Headlines: Who Matthew is as a son, a father, and a brother.The Timeline: What happened in the final hours before Matthew was seen at the cemetery.Red Flags: The suspicious details regarding his phone being passed between multiple people after his disappearance.The Fight for Justice: Why the family believes someone in the California Borough area knows the truth.Matthew McDonald's Description:Height/Weight: 6'1", approx. 195 lbs.Distinguishing Marks: Multiple tattoos, including "Praying Hands" with a rosary and "SHAWN" on his right forearm, and "420" on his left forearm.Last Seen Wearing: A black Mossy Oak hoodie with camouflage lettering, a black/blue hat, black-rimmed glasses, and brown work boots.Have Information?If you have any information, no matter how small, please contact the California Borough Police Department at (724) 938-3233 or the PA State Police Anonymous Tip Line at 1-800-4PA-TIPS.FOLLOW US: linktr.ee/locatingthelost#MatthewMcDonald#WhereIsMatthew#FindMatthewMcDonald#JusticeForMatthew#PinkForMatthew#SamStillSearching#LocatingTheLost#TrueCrimeCommunity#TrueCrimePodcast#MissingPersonAwareness#UnsolvedMysteries#ColdCase#BringThemHome

How does a 16-year-old girl vanish into thin air and remain missing for nearly three decades? This week on Locating the Lost, we are reopening the chilling 1997 cold case of Brooke Elaine Hill.Brooke was last seen in Morgan County, Indiana, before being reported missing from Putnam County. For 30 years, her trail has been cold—no paper trail, no CODIS entry, and far too many unanswered questions. Joining us is Brooke’s cousin, Alisha Schwab, who is breaking the silence to share the real story of the girl behind the poster and the tireless fight to finally bring her home.The Theories We’re Diving Into:The 'Runaway' Narrative: Was Brooke truly a runaway, as originally reported, or was that a cover for something much darker?The Florida Connection: Did Brooke really make it to Florida, or is this a decades-old red herring?The Unidentified: Because Brooke isn’t in the CODIS system, could she have been found years ago and remains a 'Jane Doe' today?Someone, somewhere, knows what happened that night in Indiana. It’s time to find the truth.Listen now and help us bring Brooke home.Follow the missing Brooke Hill FB page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?...Follow us on all social media: https://linktr.ee/locatingthelost#BrookeHill #MissingPerson #TrueCrimePodcast #ColdCase #Indiana #JusticeForBrooke #MissingInIndiana #LocatingTheLost #AlishaSchwab #FindBrookeHill #TrueCrimeCommunity #UnsolvedMysteries #JaneDoe #MissingChild #MorganCounty #PutnamCounty

In this deep-dive episode of Locating the Lost, we sit down with Kimberly Truitt, the aunt of Lillian Ann Marie Payne, to dissect one of the most haunting unsolved homicides in the Carolinas. In May 2020, Lillian stepped away from a Pilot gas station in Rock Hill and into a mystery that would end months later in the quiet woods of Chester County.Kimberly brings us into the heart of the heartbreak, detailing the frantic search and the grim discovery that changed their family forever. But we aren’t just looking back—we are looking for the truth. Together, we explore the chilling theories that continue to swirl around Lillian’s final moments:The "Green Caravan" Mystery: Who was behind the wheel of the vehicle Lillian was last seen entering? Was this a pre-arranged meeting, or a crime of opportunity?The Familiar Face Theory: Based on Lillian’s movements that day, did she know her killer? We discuss the possibility that someone within her social circle holds the key to the entire case.The Chester County Connection: Why was Lillian’s body found in such a remote area of Lowrys? We examine whether the killer had intimate knowledge of the local landscape or if it was a desperate attempt to hide the evidence.Lillian was a girl with a life ahead of her, not a cold case file. Kimberly shares the memories that keep the family's fire burning and the evidence they believe the public needs to see to finally break this case wide open.YOUR TURN TO TAKE ACTION:A killer has been free for years. You might have the one piece of information that connects the dots.📍 HAVE INFO? Contact the Chester County Sheriff’s Office or Crime Stoppers of York County (803-628-3059). You can remain anonymous.📢 SHARE HER STORY: Use the links below to spread the word. One share could reach the person who knows the truth.🎧 FOLLOW US: https://linktr.ee/locatingthelost⚖️ JUSTICE FOR LILLIAN:   / justiceforlillianpayne  #LocatingTheLost #JusticeForLillianPayne #TrueCrimePodcast #UnsolvedMurder #ColdCase #SouthCarolinaCrime #LillianPayne #RockHillSC #ChesterCounty #GreenCaravan #TrueCrimeCommunity #SolveThisCase

On a bitter November night in 1990, the West End of Portland was quiet—until the silence was shattered by a crime that remains frozen in time. Scott Sampson was only 26 years old when he was left to die on a cold sidewalk outside Pine Street Variety. For over 30 years, the details have been shrouded in official silence, but the grief of a family remains as sharp as the day it began.In this investigative episode of Locating the Lost, we go beyond the police tape with Scott’s sister, Sandra Hill and his son Shawn. With raw empathy and a relentless search for truth, Sandra and Shawn walk us through the timeline of Scott's final night: the borrowed bicycle, the 7-Eleven stop, and the unidentified man seen walking beside him just moments before his life was stolen.We dig deep into the investigative gaps—why was a fatal wound overlooked by witnesses? What secrets are still held by the streets of Portland? This isn't just a recount of a cold case; it is a families plea for the one thing the state has yet to provide: Accountability.Listen LIVE as we piece together the fragments of a life cut short and the investigation that refuses to go cold.📢 CALL TO ACTIONThe truth doesn't have an expiration date. We are asking the Portland community and true crime advocates everywhere to help us break the silence. If you have any information—no matter how small—regarding the night of November 13, 1990:Reach Out: Contact the Portland Police Criminal Investigations Division at (207) 874-8533.Stay Anonymous: Use the Crime Stoppers Tip Line by texting "PPDME" to 847411.Share Scott’s Story: Follow Locating the Lost on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and share this episode. Every share brings us one step closer to the lead that changes everything.FOLLOW US: https://linktr.ee/locatingthelost#LocatingTheLost #JusticeForScottSampson #ColdCaseFiles #PortlandMaine #TrueCrimeCommunity #SandraHill #InvestigativeJournalism #UnsolvedHomicide #MaineCrime #MissingPieces

On a humid January day in 2018, 24-year-old Timothy Cullen sent a final text to his mother, Elaine: "I love you.". In that moment, he was just a young man with a bright future and a "Believe the Impossible" tattoo etched into his arm. But hours later, Timothy—a 6'5" gentle soul with high-functioning autism—vanished into thin air from his home in Largo, Florida.The mystery only deepened when his black 1999 Honda Civic was discovered abandoned at an apartment complex in Clearwater. It wasn't just left behind; it was a crime scene in motion. First, it was tagged for towing. Days later, it had been moved to a different spot, its windows rolled halfway down, and its license plates stripped away.Who moved the car? And who was the "person of interest" that allegedly spent Timothy's final known hours with him—only to die in a shootout months later, taking his secrets to the grave?. We sit down with Elaine Cullen for a heartbreaking look at a mother's refusal to give up on her son, and Linda who is an advocate for Timothy helping Elaine fight for justice. Calls to Action (CTA)Submit a Tip: "Someone in Largo or Clearwater saw something in early 2018. If you have any information, call the Largo Police Department at 727-586-7480 or contact the Florida Department of Law Enforcement".Share Timothy's Face: Help us make this story go viral. Follow the Remembering Tim Cullen page on Facebook and share his photos to keep his memory aliveSubscribe & Review: To ensure we can continue investigating cases like Timothy's, subscribe to Locating the Lost on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review#TimothyCullen #MissingInFlorida #LocatingTheLost #ColdCaseMystery #LargoFL #JusticeForTimmy #AutismAwareness #TrueCrimeStory #ClearwaterFL #BelieveTheImpossible #Missing

What happens when a loved one walks out the door and simply never returns? On July 26, 2025, Mitchell Walters left his home in Kilgore, Texas, reportedly heading toward Tyler on foot. He hasn’t been seen or heard from since.In this powerful episode of Locating the Lost, we are joined by Mitchell’s sister, Tiffany Walters. Tiffany opens up about the "unbearable agony" of the last several months and the family’s relentless pursuit of the truth. We dive into the specific details that could solve this case—from Mitchell’s hand-painted Nike Air Max shoes to his distinct neck and forearm tattoos.This isn't just a story; it's a search for a brother, a son, and a friend. We’re calling on the East Texas community and our listeners nationwide to look closely at the facts. One tip, one sighting, or one piece of video footage could be the key to bringing Mitchell home.Critical Case Facts:Last Seen: July 26, 2025, in Kilgore, TX.Physical Identifiers: 5'7", 145 lbs, with "MRW" tattooed on his neck and a smoking gun on his forearm.Unique Lead: He was wearing black Nike Air Max shoes with the word "MAX" hand-painted in red.🚨 CALL TO ACTION:We need your help to spread Mitchell’s face across the internet. Please share this episode on your social media feeds. If you lived or traveled along the route between Kilgore and Tyler in late July 2025 and saw anything unusual, contact the Gregg County Sheriff’s Office at 903-237-2544.For all our social media and podcast links visit:https://linktr.ee/locatingthelost?utm#MitchellWalters #MissingPerson #EastTexas #KilgoreTX #TylerTX #LocatingTheLost #TrueCrimeTexas #BringHimHome #MissingInTexas #ColdCase #HelpFindMitchell

In this episode of Locating the Lost, we speak with Jessica Brown, a mother fueled by a relentless love and a demand for justice for her daughter, Aidan Victoria Spear.On January 24, 2022, Aidan was just minutes away from a fresh start at a rehabilitation facility in Tacoma, Washington. A final text at 10:40 a.m. promised she was on her way—but she never arrived. Since that morning, her family has navigated a labyrinth of cold leads, persons of interest who remain free, and the heartbreaking reality of the Missing and Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP) crisis.Jessica joins us to pull back the curtain on the investigation, share the truth about Aidan's life beyond the headlines, and name the names of those who may hold the key to bringing her daughter home.How you can help:If you have information regarding Aidan Spear, Kristopher Mykel Moore, or Andre Harris, please contact the Pierce County Sheriff’s Office or submit an anonymous tip through Crime Stoppers.To Follow the Bring Aidan Spear Home FB page use this link: https://www.facebook.com/p/Help-us-bring-AIDAN-SPEAR-HOME-100085845255103/FMI on her case go to the SEASON OF JUSTICE website here: https://seasonofjustice.org/featured/aidan-spear/Our LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/locatingthelost?utm#LocatingTheLost #AidanSpear #MMIP #NoMoreStolenSisters #BringAidanHome #JusticeForAidan #TrueCrimeWashington #MissingInTacoma #IndigenousJustice #Missing #Truecrime