Locating the Lost

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