Gone: The Search for America’s Missing

This episode follows the story of Deanne Hastings, who encountered multiple witnesses in the last days and hours before her disappearance. Multiple people looked the other way as Deanne started decompensating due to mental health issues. The episode also looks at another culprit: the U.S. mental health system. Her family believes had Deanne received the care and support she needed, she may still be here. 

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This episode examines the case of Oakley Carlson , a young girl who was missing for nearly a year before police found out she was missing. The episode navigates the disappearance and the legal complexities of holding parents accountable when they don't report a child has disappeared. Including interviews with Oakley's foster parents, law enforcement and lawmakers, this episode also looks at how the system failed Oakley Carlson, her siblings and other children in Washington State. 

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This episode delves deeply into the investigation surrounding Khadijah Britton’s disappearance, closely examining the various aspects of the case and the challenges faced along the way. It highlights what some say are the critical shortcomings and missteps in the handling of the investigation, shedding light on the actions—or lack thereof—taken by law enforcement. Through a detailed analysis, the episode explores how authorities approached the case, the decisions they made, and the broader implications for those seeking justice for Khadijah.

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Featuring insights from family and community members and former law enforcement officers, this episode recounts the events leading up to Khadijah Britton’s disappearance and sets the scene of crime: sprawling tribal lands.

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GONE: The Search for America’s Missing—a new true-crime podcast from Newsweek that shines a light on unsolved missing persons cases across the nation. Launching on October 31, 2024, each monthly episode will dive into a different case, with veteran investigative journalist Valerie Bauman bringing to life the stories of the missing through exclusive insights from law enforcement, family members, and policymakers. This series doesn't just tell the story; it aims to uncover the deeper issues that contribute to these cases going cold, often exposing systemic flaws that demand answers. Whether you're a seasoned true-crime enthusiast or an online sleuth, GONE invites you to join the search, raise new questions, and help bring closure to families left without answers.

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