Episode 30: MURDERED: Kathy Gloddy - Franklin, NH

A routine walk to the store with her faithful companion, a young life brutally taken, a family shattered, and a community broken. The murder of 13-year-old Kathy Gloddy revealed small-town dark secrets, police corruption, and more questions than answers.

Episode Summary

In November 1971, 13-year-old Kathy Gloddy of Franklin, New Hampshire, left home to grab a sweet treat from the local corner store — and never made it back. Known for her kindness, her poetry, and her love for daisies, Kathy’s brutal murder shattered her close-knit family and forever changed her small hometown.

This week on True Crime Unwind, Kinsley and Mercedes dive deep into the heartbreaking story of a compassionate young girl whose life was stolen far too soon. We’ll explore the tangled investigation, the chilling suspects, and the decades-long fight for justice led by Kathy’s sisters — a fight that helped shape how New Hampshire handles cold cases today.

Grab your glass of wine and join us as we remember Kathy Lynn Gloddy and the enduring strength of the family who refused to let her name fade away.

If You Have Information

If anyone has any information about the murder of Kathy Lynn Gloddy, please contact the Franklin Police at 934-2535 or the New Hampshire cold case unit at (603) 271-3658

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