This is a special re-release because today, April 30, 2026, marks 30 years since the events that shook Fort Myers to its core. In 1996, a group of teenagers known as the “Lords of Chaos” carried out a series of escalating crimes that left a community searching for answers. What began as vandalism and arson ultimately led to the murder of beloved high school band director Mark Schwebes. In this episode of Paradise After Dark: Missing & Unsolved, we revisit the full story—who they were, what happened, and the devastating impact left behind. Thirty years later, this case still raises difficult questions about influence, warning signs, and how violence can escalate when it goes unchecked. As we re-release this episode, we do so to remember the life that was lost, to honor the impact on this community, and to reflect on the lasting consequences. Because even after three decades, the story—and its ripple effects—are not forgotten. Lauren's Book: <a href="https://geniusbookpublishing.com/collections/lauren-samples/products/through-the-shadows" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Through the Shadows</a> Facebook.com/paradiseafterdarkmissingandunsolved Instagram @padmissingandunsolved Twitter @paradisedark239 TikTok @padmissigandunsolved If you see something, say something!! Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com

This is a special re-release because today, April 30, 2026, marks 30 years since the events that shook Fort Myers to its core.In 1996, a group of teenagers known as the “Lords of Chaos” carried out a series of escalating crimes that left a community searching for answers. What began as vandalism and arson ultimately led to the murder of beloved high school band director Mark Schwebes.In this episode of Paradise After Dark: Missing & Unsolved, we revisit the full story—who they were, what happened, and the devastating impact left behind.Thirty years later, this case still raises difficult questions about influence, warning signs, and how violence can escalate when it goes unchecked.As we re-release this episode, we do so to remember the life that was lost, to honor the impact on this community, and to reflect on the lasting consequences. Because even after three decades, the story—and its ripple effects—are not forgotten.Lauren's Book: Through the ShadowsFacebook.com/paradiseafterdarkmissingandunsolvedInstagram @padmissingandunsolvedTwitter @paradisedark239TikTok @padmissigandunsolvedIf you see something, say something!!Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com

This is a special re-release because today, April 30, 2026, marks 30 years since the events that shook Fort Myers to its core. In 1996, a group of teenagers known as the “Lords of Chaos” carried out a series of escalating crimes that left a community searching for answers. What began as vandalism and arson ultimately led to the murder of beloved high school band director Mark Schwebes. In this episode of Paradise After Dark: Missing &amp; Unsolved, we revisit the full story—who they were, what happened, and the devastating impact left behind. Thirty years later, this case still raises difficult questions about influence, warning signs, and how violence can escalate when it goes unchecked. As we re-release this episode, we do so to remember the life that was lost, to honor the impact on this community, and to reflect on the lasting consequences. Because even after three decades, the story—and its ripple effects—are not forgotten. Lauren's Book: <a href="https://geniusbookpublishing.com/collections/lauren-samples/products/through-the-shadows" rel="noopener noreferrer">Through the Shadows</a> Facebook.com/paradiseafterdarkmissingandunsolved Instagram @padmissingandunsolved Twitter @paradisedark239 TikTok @padmissigandunsolved If you see something, say something!! Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com

Lords of Chaos: 30 Years Later

Kamrie Mitchell, a 23-year-old woman, was last seen in Wellborn, Florida, on August 25, 2012. Earlier that day, she had a confrontation with a man linked to the murder of another woman and possibly the disappearance of yet another.  If you have information about Kamrie Mitchell, please get in touch with the Suwannee County Sheriff's Office at (386) 362-2222. Info about Heather MacCrossen- Alachua County Sheriff's Office (352) 367-4000 Info about Yvonne Belcher- Green Cove Springs Police Department (904) 529-2220 Lauren Book: <a href="https://geniusbookpublishing.com/collections/lauren-samples/products/through-the-shadows" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Through the Shadows</a> This episode was produced in conjunction with The Florida Themis Project, a non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization featuring Kamrie Mitchell and running an awareness campaign about her disappearance for June 2025. To learn more or support The Florida Themis Project, please visit <a href="https://floridathemisproject.org" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">floridathemisproject.org</a> Facebook.com/paradiseafterdarkmissingandunsolved Instagram @padmissingandunsolved Twitter @paradisedark239 TikTok @padmissigandunsolved If you see something, say something!! Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com

Kamrie Mitchell, a 23-year-old woman, was last seen in Wellborn, Florida, on August 25, 2012. Earlier that day, she had a confrontation with a man linked to the murder of another woman and possibly the disappearance of yet another. If you have information about Kamrie Mitchell, please get in touch with the Suwannee County Sheriff's Office at (386) 362-2222.Info about Heather MacCrossen- Alachua County Sheriff's Office (352) 367-4000Info about Yvonne Belcher- Green Cove Springs Police Department (904) 529-2220Lauren Book: Through the ShadowsThis episode was produced in conjunction with The Florida Themis Project, a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization featuring Kamrie Mitchell and running an awareness campaign about her disappearance for June 2025. To learn more or support The Florida Themis Project, please visit floridathemisproject.orgFacebook.com/paradiseafterdarkmissingandunsolvedInstagram @padmissingandunsolvedTwitter @paradisedark239TikTok @padmissigandunsolvedIf you see something, say something!!Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com

Kamrie Mitchell, a 23-year-old woman, was last seen in Wellborn, Florida, on August 25, 2012. Earlier that day, she had a confrontation with a man linked to the murder of another woman and possibly the disappearance of yet another.&nbsp; If you have information about Kamrie Mitchell, please get in touch with the Suwannee County Sheriff's Office at (386) 362-2222. Info about Heather MacCrossen- Alachua County Sheriff's Office (352) 367-4000 Info about Yvonne Belcher- Green Cove Springs Police Department (904) 529-2220 Lauren Book: <a href="https://geniusbookpublishing.com/collections/lauren-samples/products/through-the-shadows" rel="noopener noreferrer">Through the Shadows</a> This episode was produced in conjunction with The Florida Themis Project, a non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization featuring Kamrie Mitchell and running an awareness campaign about her disappearance for June 2025. To learn more or support The Florida Themis Project, please visit <a href="https://floridathemisproject.org" rel="noopener noreferrer">floridathemisproject.org</a> Facebook.com/paradiseafterdarkmissingandunsolved Instagram @padmissingandunsolved Twitter @paradisedark239 TikTok @padmissigandunsolved If you see something, say something!! Music by Captain Fathands @ captainfathands.com

Endangered Missing ~ Kamrie Mitchell

Murderous Gambling Granny on the Run! Lois Riess- Wanted for the murder of her Husband David Riess in Blooming Praries, Minn and Pamela Hutchinson in Ft. Myers Beach, Fla. Known to befriend women who look like her so she can kill them and steal their identity! Last known to be driving a white 2005 Acura TL, F: tage # Y37TAA Age 56/5'5"/165lbs/Blonde hair/Blue eyes Armed and Dangerous!

Murderous Gambling Granny on the Run!Lois Riess- Wanted for the murder of her Husband David Riess in Blooming Praries, Minn and Pamela Hutchinson in Ft. Myers Beach, Fla.Known to befriend women who look like her so she can kill them and steal their identity!Last known to be driving a white 2005 Acura TL, F: tage # Y37TAAAge 56/5'5"/165lbs/Blonde hair/Blue eyesArmed and Dangerous!

Murderous Gambling Granny on the Run! Lois Riess- Wanted for the murder of her Husband David Riess in Blooming Praries, Minn and Pamela Hutchinson in Ft. Myers Beach, Fla. Known to befriend women who look like her so she can kill them and steal their identity! Last known to be driving a white 2005 Acura TL, F: tage # Y37TAA Age 56/5'5"/165lbs/Blonde hair/Blue eyes Armed and Dangerous!

WANTED- Lois Riess

Murder- Crash & Murder Pt. 2

When Lenny Mardis discovered his wife was having an affair he did the unthinkable. In this episode we will cover the days leading up to the crime. You decide if he was a jealous monster or a man driven past his breaking point.

When Lenny Mardis discovered his wife was having an affair he did the unthinkable. In this episode we will cover the days leading up to the crime. You decide if he was a jealous monster or a man driven past his breaking point.

When Lenny Mardis discovered his wife was having an affair he did the unthinkable.&nbsp;In this episode we will cover the days leading up to the crime. You decide if he was a jealous monster or a man driven past his breaking point.

Murder- Crash & Murder Pt. 1

A government experiment gone wrong...or just silly folklore?

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