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DE005: Shane Stewart and Sally McNelly - Satanic Panic in San Angelo


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On July 4th, 1988, high school sweethearts Shane Stewart and Sally McNelly vanished after watching fireworks in San Angelo, Texas. Months later, their remains were discovered near O.C. Fisher Lake — and the mystery surrounding their deaths has haunted the community for over three decades.

 

Whispers of cult involvement, stolen weapons, and the shadow of the Satanic Panic era only deepened the case’s chilling reputation. Despite suspects, rumors, and even national attention, their murders remain unsolved.

 

What We Cover:

  • The lives of Shane and Sally, and what San Angelo was like in 1988
  • The night of their disappearance and the discovery of their remains
  • The backdrop of the Satanic Panic and rumors of cult activity
  • Possible suspects and the 2017 break in the case
  • Why the murders of Shane and Sally remain one of Texas’ darkest mysteries
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    ⚠️ Content Warning:

    This episode includes discussion of teen victims, cult activity, and murder. Listener discretion is advised.

     

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