Dying to be Found

In 1981, Baby Holly was abandoned by a mystery group of women, claiming her parents had joined a cult. It took authorities 40 years to discover her true identity. Special thanks to Social Detective podcast for agreeing to be a part of this collab! Be sure to check out all of their episodes and on social media.If you have information on missing or exploited children in your area, visit www.missingkids.org or call 1.800.THE.LOST or 1.800.843.5678.

If you are a true crime podcaster and would like to be highlighted on a future episode of Dying to be Found: The DASh, email Deb at [email protected].Find us on all of our socials at https://linktr.ee/dying2bfound. If you like what you hear, please give a 5-star review and consider supporting us at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dyingtobefound.

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A baby who went missing after her parents’ death over 40 years ago is found alive

A missing child was found alive after more than 40 years. But the search continues for her parents’ killers

Baby Holly: Child of murdered parents found safe afer 42 years‘

Baby Holly’ found alive after missing for over 40 years after parents were murdered

Baby Holly, girl found 40 years after parents’ murder, looks just lie mom: grandma

Missing ‘baby Holly’ found alive 42 years after Florida couple was murdered

Missing baby of dead Florida couple found alive over 40 years later, authorities say

New details released in case of ‘Baby Holly,’ found alive 40 years after parents were murdered in Texas woods

NOTE: This episode originally aired on Dying to be Found: The DASH podcast on May 31, 2023. We are working hard to transition all DASH episodes back into our Thursday lineup. Thanks for your patience!

On February 19, 2008, 9-year-old Shannon Matthews departed from an after-school event, when she headed out in the opposite direction of her hom When she did not return home by evening, Shannon's mother contacted the police and a high-profile manhunt began. For the next 24 days, Shannon went missing without a trace, until two police officers followed a trail of inconsistencies that led them directly to where Shannon was being held against her will. Join Deb as she talks with Megan from "True Crime Declassified," while we dig into Shannon's ordeal, but also learn about Megan's own journey in true crime analysis, research, and declassification.

Listen to the Dying to be Found: The DASH series every Wednesday wherever you get your podcasts! Find us on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest @dying2bfound or visit our website at www.dyingtobefound.com. Find all our socials in one spot! https://linktr.ee/dying2bfound. Please leave a 5-star review, and consider buying us a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dyingtobefound.

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REFERENCES:

Kidnapped Shannon Matthews’ chilling first words to police after she was found under bed

The kidnapping of Shannon Matthews

The Shannon Matthews abduction case: What happened and where is she now?

What happened to Shannon Matthews: Shock disappearance masterminded by evil mum

Paul Joseph Fronczak was born on April 27, 1964 but was kidnapped from Michael Reece Hospital in Chicago, IL when he was just 2 days old. In March, 1966, a male toddler was abandoned outside a department store in New Jersey, and this child was quickly linked to Baby Paul, who disappeared two years earlier. He was immediately reunited with his parents, but growing up, Paul never really felt like he fit in with his family, Decades later, he took a DNA test, where the results showed that Paul was not who he thought he was. There are so many twists during this episode that Deb had to gather the MurdNerds. - Ashlee and Alicia - to tell this tale too. There are more surprises along the way, so be sure to listen through the very end! Special thanks to the MurdNerds' producer Jeremy Golden, for collaborating on Dying to be Found: The DASH. Be sure to check out their true crime podcast on all streaming platforms, plus on social media found at https://linktr.ee/MurdNerds

Dying to be Found and Dying to be Found: The DASH are now part of Sound Slice Audio Productions. If you are interested in becoming part of this network, email [email protected] or check out their website at soundslicepod.com.

Listen to new episodes every Thursday wherever you get your podcasts! If you like what you hear, please share and give a 5-star review! Consider supporting us by buying us a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dyingtobefound. Find us on social media @dying2bfound and all in one spot at https://linktr.ee/dying2bfound.

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REFERENCES:

I-Team: As birthday nears, mysteries remain for Paul Fronczak, man at center of stolen baby case

Finding the missing piece: Brother searches for twin sister

The FBI said I was my parents’ stolen baby - but I found the truth

Update: MI man ID’d as baby kidnapped from Chicago hospital in 1964

What happened after Paul Fronczak found the real baby kidnapped from Michael Reese Hospital in 1964

Who am I? I was left abandoned as a baby but then raised by the wrong family for 50 years - I am still searching for the truth

On December 26, 1980, Sandra DeFelice was discovered deceased in her own bed around 9:30 PM. Earlier that day, Sandra's roommate had a visitor who asked to crash on the girl's couch for the day, but was denied. The roommate had escorted this person out of the house on her way to work, and thought nothing more about it. Fast forward to February 2021 where police closed in on Sandra's murderer after fingerprints were left behind at the crime scene. The perpetrator in question turned out to be Paul Nuttal, a 21-year old drifter who was never connected to the case until a modern DNA analysis took place. Paul was soon arrested, but is still awaiting trial while undergoing a psychiatric evaluation. Join Deb and her special guest hosts, Katie and Emily from Malice and Mocktails. You can also find this sister duo anywhere you get your podcasts, or check out their instagram @maliceandmocktails or at linktr.ee/maliceandmocktails

Dying to be Found and Dying to be Found: The DASH are now part of Sound Slice Podcast Productions. If you are interested in becoming part of this network, email [email protected] or check out their website at soundslicepod.com.

Listen to new episodes every Thursday wherever you get your podcasts! Find us on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest @dying2bfound or visit our website at www.dyingtobefound.com. Find us all in one spot at https://linktr.ee/dying2bfound. If you like what you hear, please share and give a 5-star review! Consider supporting us by buying us a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dyingtobefound.

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Cole case update: Suspect in Las Vegas mother’s 1980 murder arrested in northwest valley

DNA in fingernails leads to arrest in ‘most savage’ murder in Las Vegas history 41 year later

Las Vegas man is charged in 42-year-old case murder of mother-of-one after police matched his DNA with victim’s fingernail scrapings

Police release new details in 42-year-old cold case arrest

Suspect in 1980 rape, killing found incompetent to stand trial

Between August and November in 1888, an ominous figure swept the streets of East London, preying upon women who were down on their luck. It was during this time that an unidentified man - or woman - stalked the streets in the early morning hours, looking for their next unsuspecting victim. Mary Nichols, Annie Chapman, Elizabeth Stride, Catherine Eddies, and Mary Kelly were all positively identified as the five victims of Jack the Ripper, but some say there were more. As quickly as they occurred, the murders ended abruptly, but not before Jack left a bloody trail of carnage in his path. Through DNA technology, investigators now believe they know the identity of Jack the Ripper, but simply cannot say for sure. Unless there are more viable clues, it is likely this case will never be solved.

Dying to be Found and Dying to be Found: The DASH are now part of Sound Slice Podcast Productions. If you are interested in becoming part of this network, email [email protected] or check out their website at soundslicepod.com.

Listen to new episodes every Thursday wherever you get your podcasts! Find us on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest @dying2bfound or visit our website at www.dyingtobefound.com. Find us all in one spot at https://linktr.ee/dying2bfound.If you like what you hear, please share and give a 5-star review! Consider supporting us by buying us a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dyingtobefound.

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REFERENCES

Does a new genetic analysis finally reveal the identity of Jack the Ripper?

Jack the Ripper

Jack the Ripper: English Murderer

Jack the Ripper History

On May 24, 1989, 19-year-old Lori Auker left for work at her job at a local pet store inside a shopping mall. As she was walking through the parking lot, an ATM surveillance camera captured her leaning into a vehicle to talk with an unidentified person. Shortly after, Lori the ATM video camera captured the unidentified vehicle tearing away and Lori was never seen or heard from again. Lori's estranged husband, Robert, became the primary suspect in her disappearance, and as the investigation progressed, things began stacking up against him. Investigators uncovered a hefty life insurance policy he had taken out on Lori six months into their separation, but it didn't stop there. Tune in as Deb invites Kimmi from Always talking Crime podcast, where we learn about one of Deb's favorite pods to listen to before diving into the mystery behind Lori Auker's disappearance.

Visit Kimi and Always Talking Crime podcast on TikTok and Instagram and wherever you get your podcasts.

Listen to the Dying to be Found: The DASH series every Wednesday wherever you get your podcasts! Find us on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest @dying2bfound or visit our website at www.dyingtobefound.com. Find all our socials in one spot! https://linktr.ee/dying2bfound. Please leave a 5-star review, and consider buying us a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dyingtobefound.

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REFERENCES:

Commonwealth v. AukerForensic Files - Season 6, Episode 27 - Cats, Flies & Snapshots - Full Episode

How animal’s DNA puts killers behind bars

Lori Ann Auker disappears from a parking lot

Lori Ann Auker: New CSI breakthrough catches a killer

Surveillance camera helped shatter Northumberland County killer’s alibi

NOTE: This episode originally aired on the Dying to be Found The DASH podcast on April 5, 2023. We are working hard to transition The DASH over to this platform. Thanks for your patience!

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On August 28, 1984, 18-year old Elisabeth was asked to help her dad, Josef, with a chore. Military tensions were high and Josef had just built a bunker, but needed help hanging doors. Elisabeth obliged, but as she completed her task and turned to head back upstairs, Josef doused her with ether, then locked her in the bunker for the next 24 years. Join Deb as she discusses Elisabeth's ordeal with Host, Lawyer, and Mom from The Murderer You Know Podcast.

Special thanks to The Murderer You Know podcast for agreeing to be a part of this collab! Be sure to check out all of their episodes and on social media.

If you have information on missing or exploited children in your area, visit www.missingkids.org or call 1.800.THE.LOST or 1.800.843.5678.

If you are a true crime podcaster or someone who works in the true crime industry and would like to be highlighted on a future episode of Dying to be Found: The DASh, please email Deb at [email protected].Listen to new episodes of Dying to be Found: The DASH every Wednesday and be sure to check out Dying to be Found every Thursday wherever you get your podcasts. Find us on all of our socials at https://linktr.ee/dying2bfound or at www.dyingtobefound.com. If you like what you hear, please give a 5-star review and consider buying us a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dyingtobefound.

References:

Elisabeth Fritzl’s trauma like ‘Walking Dead’

Josef Fritzl trial: ‘She spent the first five years entirely alone. He hardly ever spoke to her

Where is Elisaeth Fritzl now after 24-years in captivity by her rapist father - Josef Fritzl

Will Austrian incest children testify?

On May 30, 2015, 38-year-old Karen Bosta made plans to go out with her friend. She had two options: Go to an Elizabeth City just north of Perquimins County, NC, or go to Edenton, NC just south. She chose Edenton, a sleepy sea-side community with good restaurants and a quiet atmosphere. Karen ran errands around town, but after leaving a local grocery store, she was never seen or heard from again. The very next day, a person of interest was caught on CCTV using her Karen's credit card to make purchases at a local gas station.

Follow this case as Deb and Shelbey discuss the open case of Karen Bosta. This case is personal because we both know this area very well. As of 2023, Karen is still missing and endangered. If you have any information on her whereabouts, please contact any of the following agencies:

• Perquimans County Sheriff’s department: 252.426.5615
• Edenton Police Department: 252.337.4875
• North Carolina State Bureau of Investigations at 919.662.4500.

Listen to new episodes every Thursday wherever you get your podcasts! Find us all in one spot at https://linktr.ee/dying2bfound.If you like what you hear, please share and give a 5-star review! Consider supporting us by buying us a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dyingtobefound.

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REFERENCES:

1. The Charley Project
2. Family of missing Perquimans County woman searching for answers six years later
3. Man pleads guilty surrounding disappearance of woman in Perquimans CountyGovernor Roy Cooper announced Wenesday that North Carolina will offer a reward up to $5,000 for information on a woman missing since 2015
4. Perquimans County woman missing for nearly four months
5. Search for North Carolina’s woman Karen Rae Bosta continues four years after her disappearance
6. Woman’s disappearance remains a mystery seven years later

Throughout the early decades of the 20th century, a young woman by the name of Amelia Earhart set out to do the impossible. The Wright Brothers had opened up the world to aviation, and Amelia was the one to push herself to the limits, breaking records to establish what we know as air travel today. Amelia spent the better part of her adult life traveling around the globe, documenting the effects of air travel on the human body, plus chartering the capabilities of early aircrafts by cataloging record-breaking altitudes and distances around the globe.On On 2 July 1937, Amelia and her navigator, Fred Noonan, finalized their flight path for the journey of a lifetime. Amelia knew this would be her last trip around the world before decidedly planning to hang her aviator jacket up for good when she was done. But fate had other plans. On 3 July 1937, at 08:43 AM, Amelia made her last radio transmission on her flight progress, and was never heard from again. To this day, scientists do not have a clear understanding of what went wrong or what happened to Amelia and her navigator. Some mysteries are never meant to be solved, But in this case, we have Amelia to thank for traveling the distance in air travel.

Listen to new episodes every other Thursday wherever you get your podcasts! You can find us on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest @dying2bfound or visit our website at www.dyingtobefound.com. Find us all in one spot at https://linktr.ee/dying2bfound. If you like what you hear, please share and give a 5-star review! Consider supporting us by buying us a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dyingtobefound.

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REFERENCES:Amelia Earhart: American Aviator

Amelia Earhart was declared dead 80 years ago. Here’s what to know about what actually happened to her

Flying high: Amelia Earhart and self-sacrifice-Handout A: Narrative

Scientists discover new possible clue in Amelia Earheart mystery

During the early morning hours of April 16, 2007, shots rang out on the Virginia Tech campus located in Blacksburg, Virginia. All went quiet for around two hours, until something just as sinister occurred across campus. Seung-Hui Cho, an underclassman who suffered from mental health issues, had just committed a series of murders at West Ambler Johnston Hal Dormitory before making his way to Norris Hall, where class was currently in session. Cho killed 32 students and faculty members that day after planning out in intricate detail what he wished to accomplish. He barricaded all exit doors at Norris Hall by placing chains and locks on them before making his way to the second and third floors. Many who were attending class fought back, but not before Cho left a blazing trail of destruction in his wake.

Listen to new episodes every Thursday wherever you get your podcasts! You can find us on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest @dying2bfound or visit our website at www.dyingtobefound.com. Find us all in one spot at https://linktr.ee/dying2bfound. If you like what you hear, please share and give a 5-star review! Consider supporting us by buying us a coffee at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dyingtobefound.

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Killer’s Note: ‘You caused me to do this

’Virginia Tech Shooting (1)

Virginia Tech Shooting (2)

Virginia Tech Shootings

Virginia Tech Shootings Fast Facts

Virginia Tech shooting leaves 32 dead

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