Cold Case Database

The Edgar Vazquez Cold Case (also spelled Edgar Vasquez or Edgar Roberto Vazquez Moreno) is the unsolved 2020 murder of a young man in Los Angeles County, California. It remains an active cold case with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (LASD).

Background

• Age: 20 years old (some reports list him as 24 in later updates, but most sources confirm he was 20 at the time of death).
• Date of Murder: July 6–7, 2020 (shot late on July 6; died early July 7).
• He lived in the Willowbrook / West Rancho Dominguez area of Los Angeles.
• Described by family as the “backbone of the family,” he was a hard-working young man heading to his job as a security guard on the graveyard shift at City of Hope medical center.

What Happened

On the night of July 6, 2020:

• Edgar left his family home to go to work.
• He was in or near his white Toyota Camry in an alley behind his residence (near E. Piru Street and E. 135th Street / Avalon Boulevard).
• Multiple shots were fired at his car.
• He was fatally shot and later died at a hospital.

Surveillance footage captured two suspects running from the scene shortly after the shooting. Detectives also identified a white Jeep Grand Cherokee and a black Chevy Silverado leaving the area around the time of the incident.

Investigation Status

• The case is being handled by the LASD Homicide Bureau.
• No arrests have been made, and no suspects have been publicly named.
• In September 2025, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors approved a $10,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible. The family held a news conference pleading for tips.
• The case is featured on Project: Cold Case and promoted through billboards and social media campaigns.

Current Appeal (as of 2026)

Edgar’s mother, Gabriela Moreno, and the rest of the family continue to seek justice. They describe him as a loving son who was simply going to work when his life was taken.

Anyone with information is urged to contact:

• LASD Homicide Bureau: (323) 890-5500
• Anonymous tips: 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or lacrimestoppers.org

Summary: Edgar Vazquez was a 20-year-old man gunned down in an alley near his Los Angeles home while leaving for his night shift job in July 2020. Despite surveillance evidence of suspects and vehicles, the murder remains unsolved five years later. A $10,000 reward is active, and his family continues advocating for answers.

This appears to be a targeted or gang-related shooting in a high-crime area, but no motive has been publicly confirmed.

This case is currently active with us and any information should be reported to us or the relevant authorities.

The Panama Hikers Cold Case (also known as the Kris Kremers and Lisanne Froon case) is one of the most famous and controversial unsolved disappearances of the 2010s. It involves two young Dutch women who vanished while hiking in the jungles of Panama in 2014. The case remains officially closed as an accident but is still hotly debated due to strange evidence and inconsistencies.

Background

• Kris Kremers (21) and Lisanne Froon (22) were Dutch students from Amersfoort, Netherlands.
• They traveled to Boquete, Panama, in March 2014 to volunteer at a local school and learn Spanish.
• On April 1, 2014, they set out for a day hike on the popular El Pianista trail (a relatively easy trail leading to a scenic overlook near Volcán Barú).

They were last seen that morning. They never returned.

What Was Found

After a massive search involving hundreds of people, dogs, and helicopters:

• On June 14, 2014, a local woman found their blue backpack on a riverbank downstream in the jungle (in the area of the Culebra River, far from the main trail). It was in remarkably good condition and contained:
• Their passports, phones, camera, money, and other items.
• The backpack was dry and showed no signs of long exposure to the elements.
• Their Canon camera had over 500 photos, including normal hiking shots and a series of nighttime flash photos (taken April 8) showing scattered personal items, a stick with plastic bags, and what appeared to be blood and hair on a rock.
• Scattered human remains (about 33 small bone fragments, including a foot still in a boot, a pelvis, and ribs) were found in the same river area over the following weeks. DNA confirmed they belonged to Kris and Lisanne.

Phone Activity (Key Evidence)

• The phones were used for several days after they disappeared.
• Emergency calls (911) were made starting April 2, but there was no signal.
• Phones were turned on and off multiple times until around April 11 (Lisanne’s phone died April 4; Kris’s was used longer).
• The last attempted call was on April 11.

Official Conclusion

Panamanian authorities ruled the deaths an accident — the women got lost, wandered off the trail into difficult terrain, fell (possibly from a cliff or into a river), suffered injuries, and died from exposure, dehydration, or drowning. Dutch forensic experts largely supported this, citing the harsh jungle environment (cliffs, fast rivers, wildlife).

Controversies and Unanswered Questions

The case has generated intense online debate because of several odd details:

• The nighttime photos on the camera are strange and seemingly random.
• The bones were very clean and scattered over a wide area (some argue this looks more like animal scavenging or foul play).
• No clear evidence of a fatal fall or drowning.
• Questions about why they wandered so far off the trail.
• Rumors of foul play (involving locals, guides, or criminals), with some claiming a cover-up by Panamanian authorities.

Popular theories include:

• Accident (most supported by officials).
• Foul play/murder (some independent researchers and journalists argue they were intercepted).
• Animal attack or other jungle hazards.

As of 2026, the case is still officially closed, but independent investigators, expeditions (including by researcher Romain Casalta), and new analyses of phone data continue. No definitive new evidence has overturned the accident ruling, but many questions remain.

Summary: Kris and Lisanne went for what should have been a routine day hike and vanished in the Panama jungle. Their remains and belongings were eventually found, but the exact circumstances of their deaths have never been fully explained. It is a haunting case that highlights the dangers of remote jungle hiking and the limits of forensic investigation in such environments.

The story has been covered in numerous documentaries, podcasts (Lost in Panama), books, and YouTube videos.

This case is currently active with us and any information should be directly sent to us.

The Kenny Veach Cold Case (also known as the “M Cave Mystery”) is one of the most discussed unsolved disappearances in the Mojave Desert, blending real outdoor adventure with internet lore, conspiracy theories, and tragedy.

Who Was Kenny Veach?

• Full Name: Kenneth Lee Veach
• Born: 1967 (around November 20, 1966, in some records) in Las Vegas, Nevada
• Age at Disappearance: 47
• He was an experienced hiker, outdoors-man, and amateur YouTuber (channel: snakebitmgee). He loved exploring remote areas of the Mojave and Great Basin deserts, often solo, documenting hikes, caves, abandoned mines, and quirky inventions.

The Viral “M Cave” Story

In 2014, Veach commented on a YouTube video about Area 51 (near Nellis Air Force Base). He described finding a strange cave with an entrance shaped like a capital “M” while hiking in the Sheep Range area. He said:

• As he approached the cave, his body began to vibrate intensely — the closer he got, the stronger the feeling became.
• It scared him enough that he turned back without entering.

The comment went viral in hiking and mystery communities. Viewers urged him to go back and film it. He posted a video titled “M Cave Hike” on October 18, 2014, where he searched for the cave but failed to find it again.

The Disappearance

On November 10, 2014, Veach told family he was going on a short overnight hiking/camping trip. He left in his white Honda CR-V.

• His car was later found parked at a trail-head near Nellis Air Force Base / Sheep Range.
• On November 22, 2014, searchers found his cell phone (powered off or dead) near a deep vertical abandoned mine shaft about a 4-hour hike from the car.
• No other belongings (backpack, camping gear, video camera) were recovered.
• Despite multiple large-scale searches (on foot, helicopter), no trace of Veach or his remains has ever been found.

The case remains officially unsolved and he is presumed dead. It has been missing for over 11 years as of 2026.

Main Theories

1. Suicide (supported by his ex-girlfriend): Veach struggled with long-term depression. His father had committed suicide years earlier. He had recently quit his job, was running low on money, and reportedly refused medication or therapy. Some believe he deliberately left his phone behind (to avoid tracking) and walked into the desert to end his life.
2. Accident: Fell into an unmarked mine shaft, got lost/dehydrated in extreme desert conditions, or suffered a medical event. The Mojave is full of hidden dangers — vertical shafts, extreme heat, and disorientation are common.
3. Foul Play: Less common but speculated due to the remote military-adjacent area.
4. Conspiracy / Supernatural: The “M Cave” was linked to Area 51 secrets, military experiments, portals, or something paranormal that caused the vibration (e.g., infra-sound, electromagnetic fields). Some claim he found something he wasn’t supposed to see.
5. Staged Disappearance: A fringe theory that he faked it to escape his life.

Key Details and Ongoing Interest

• His video camera was left at home — he didn’t intend to film the final trip.
• The “M Cave” has never been definitively located despite many searches by enthusiasts.
• The case inspired the found-footage horror film Horror in the High Desert and numerous documentaries/podcasts.
• Searches and theories continue on YouTube, Reddit, and TikTok, with some claiming new “M Cave” discoveries.

The Kenny Veach case is a classic example of how a simple hiking trip in harsh wilderness can turn into an enduring mystery. The desert is unforgiving, and without remains, definitive answers remain elusive. It highlights both the allure and dangers of solo desert exploration.

We are still currently investigating this case to which further updates may be found on our news section. Any new information can be reported to us or relevant authorities.

The Jaleayah Davis Case (also known as the “Mile Marker 181 Case”) is a highly controversial death from 2011 that was officially ruled an accident but remains suspicious to her family and many online observers. It is often discussed in true crime communities as a potential cover-up.

Background

• Jaleayah Davis was a 20-year-old woman from Marietta, Ohio.
• On the night of November 18–19, 2011, she went out with a group of friends (including Kristin Bechtold, Jordan Campbell, Freddie Scott, and Katy Nelson).
• She had been drinking and was in contact with her mother and sister via phone calls.
• In the early morning hours, she called her sister Taubi around 3:30 a.m., sounding upset and crying, asking to be picked up. She mentioned arguing with one of the friends (Kristin).

Discovery of the Body

• At approximately 3:41–3:48 a.m. on November 19, 2011, a motorist called 911 after spotting a body on Interstate 77 near mile marker 181 (near Parkersburg, West Virginia).
• Jaleayah’s body was found in the passing lane: severely mutilated, decapitated, with one leg broken, a missing breast, and other catastrophic injuries.
• Her clothes (bra, shirt, and coat) were found neatly folded on the guardrail nearby (bra at the bottom, then shirt, then coat).
• Her white Kia Optima was located about 0.2 miles north of the body: engine running, in gear, doors locked, headlights on, with minor damage and the driver’s airbag deployed.

Official Ruling

• The case was investigated by the Wood County Sheriff’s Office.
• In March 2013, it was officially ruled an accident.
• The medical examiner determined she died from multiple catastrophic injuries as an unrestrained driver who lost control, struck a guardrail, was ejected through the passenger-side window, and was then struck by a tractor-trailer.
• Her blood alcohol content (BAC) was reported as 0.19 (with vitreous alcohol at 0.24), listed as a contributing factor.
• Authorities concluded she was alone in the vehicle based on evidence like the airbag data and scene analysis. The investigation was closed after extensive review, including input from Kia engineers and crash reconstruction experts.

Suspicious Elements and Family Concerns

Jaleayah’s family (especially her mother Kim Davis) strongly disputes the official conclusion and maintains a “Justice for Jaleayah” campaign. Key points of contention include:

• The neatly arranged clothing on the guardrail (suggesting someone else was present and deliberately placed them).
• Timeline issues: She was on the phone upset shortly before being found dead.
• The car’s position and condition (locked, running, relatively minor visible damage for the severity of her injuries).
• How her body traveled and sustained such injuries (family claims she was struck by her own car while outside it).
• One friend reportedly contacted a lawyer soon after the incident.
• Some friends had connections to local law enforcement, fueling cover-up allegations.
• Questions about whether she was driving or if someone else was (and whether she was ejected or outside the vehicle).

Current Status

The case was closed as an accident in 2013. No charges were ever filed. Her family continues advocating for re-investigation, sharing documents, photos, and timelines online. The story has been featured in numerous podcasts (e.g., Mountain State Mysteries, Killer Queens, The Dark Oak), YouTube videos, and Investigation Discovery-style content.

Summary: Officially, Jaleayah Davis died in a tragic single-vehicle alcohol-related crash on I-77. To her family and many in the true crime community, the scene details, timeline, and handling of the case point to possible foul play or a cover-up involving the friends she was with that night. It remains a polarizing “suspicious death” case rather than a traditional unsolved murder.The desert-like remoteness of some elements (combined with the interstate setting) makes it especially eerie.

This case remains active with us and any new information should be passed to us or the relevant authorities.

The Brian Egg Case (also known as the “Body in the Fish Tank” murder) is a gruesome, unsolved homicide from San Francisco that has shocked the city and true crime communities due to its horrific details and lack of resolution.

Background

• Brian Egg (full name Brian Nelson Egg) was a 65-year-old longtime resident of San Francisco’s South of Market (SoMa) neighborhood.
• He lived in a small home on Clara Street (off an alley).
• Described by neighbors as kind, generous, and friendly — he was a former bartender at the legendary gay bar The Stud, often watered neighborhood plants, gifted them to others, and walked his dog regularly. He was a creature of habit.

Timeline of Events

• Late May/Early June 2018: Brian Egg was last seen alive in his neighborhood.
• He suddenly stopped his daily routines, worrying neighbors and family.
• His sister filed a missing person report on August 7, 2018.
• Neighbors reported suspicious activity: unfamiliar people (appearing homeless) coming and going from his home, and odd behavior.
• August 17, 2018: Police were called after neighbors saw two men at the property. During a search, officers discovered a hidden room behind a concealed wall under a staircase. Inside was a large fish tank filled with chemicals (reportedly including Draino or similar substances).
  Brian Egg’s mutilated remains — a headless, handless torso (with some other body parts) — were found submerged in the tank. His head and hands were never recovered.

Investigation and Key Facts

• The body was identified via DNA.
• Autopsy: Ruled a homicide caused by blunt-force trauma. He had been murdered, dismembered, and hidden in an attempt to dissolve or conceal the body.
• Two men were arrested shortly after: Lance Silva and Robert McCaffrey. They faced charges including homicide, identity theft, and financial crimes (they allegedly used Egg’s credit cards and hired a crime scene cleanup crew).
• Both were eventually released without homicide convictions. One was held longer on a parole violation, but no one has been prosecuted for the murder as of 2026.

Why It Remains Unsolved and Controversial

• The case received significant media attention (ABC7, The Guardian, podcasts, and a Fox Nation episode hosted by James Patterson in the Unsolved series).
• Neighbors and friends are outraged that the main suspects were released and the case has gone cold despite strong circumstantial evidence.
• Brian’s head and hands are still missing, which has prevented full closure.
• The extreme dismemberment and use of chemicals suggest an attempt to destroy evidence or make identification difficult.
• The hidden room in his own home adds to the horror — the killer(s) went to great lengths to conceal the crime.

The murder remains officially unsolved. San Francisco Police Department has stated the investigation is ongoing, but no arrests or charges for the homicide have resulted in convictions.

Summary: Brian Egg, a well-liked local resident, was brutally murdered in his San Francisco home in 2018. His dismembered body was hidden in a fish tank in a secret room. While suspects were briefly in custody, no one has been held accountable years later. The case is remembered for its shocking brutality and the community’s frustration over the lack of justice.

This case remains active with us and any new information should be reported to us or the relevant authorities.

The Jody LeCornu Cold Case (also known as the murder of Joann “Jody” Elizabeth LeCornu) is a high-profile unsolved homicide from 1996 in Baltimore County, Maryland. It remains one of the area’s most publicized cold cases, with a $100,000 reward still offered.

Background

• Full Name: Joann “Jody” Elizabeth LeCornu
• Age: 23
• Occupation: Student at Towson State University (now Towson University)
• She was a vibrant young woman with deep roots in the Baltimore area. Her twin sister, Jennifer (Jenny) Carrieri, has been a tireless advocate for justice in the case for decades.

The Murder

On the night of March 1–2, 1996:

• Jody had been out earlier at the Mount Washington Tavern.
• She then went to the Curb Shoppe Bar in the 5700 block of Falls Road, where she made a purchase.
• Around 3:40–4:00 a.m. on March 2, she parked her car in the Drumcastle Shopping Center parking lot at the 6300 block of York Road in Baltimore County.

While sitting in her car, an unknown suspect approached the vehicle and shot her once in the back. Jody was able to drive the car a short distance — onto York Road and then into the parking lot of the York Road Plaza across the street — before she died from the gunshot wound.

Police found her body inside the car. Her purse was taken by the shooter.

Key Details and Suspicious Elements

• The shooting happened in a relatively busy area, yet there were limited witnesses.
• One theory involves a white BMW that reportedly pulled up near her car.
• Some reports note she had alcohol in her system but no hard drugs.
• The case has been described as a seemingly random or targeted killing with few clear motives publicly disclosed.
• Her family has expressed frustration over limited access to certain investigative details (e.g., the full autopsy).

Investigation Status

• The case was handled by Baltimore County Police Department.
• It remains unsolved as of 2026 — exactly 30 years later.
• Baltimore County Police continue to actively investigate and have renewed public appeals in 2026.
• A significant $100,000 reward is available for information leading to an arrest and conviction.

Ongoing Efforts

Jody’s twin sister Jennifer Carrieri has kept the case in the public eye through billboards, media appearances, podcasts (including Crime Junkie), and direct appeals. Multiple documentaries, news specials, and witness interviews have been released over the years.

The family and police believe someone out there has information that could finally solve it — possibly a witness who saw the white BMW, someone who heard something at the bars that night, or a person the shooter may have confided in.

Summary: Jody LeCornu was a 23-year-old college student shot to death in her car in a shopping center parking lot in the early morning hours of March 2, 1996. The case has no known arrests or named suspects after 30 years, but investigators and her family remain hopeful that new tips will bring justice.

If you have any information about this case, contact the Baltimore County Police Unsolved Homicide Unit or submit an anonymous tip to us.

The Sharron Phillips Cold Case is one of Queensland, Australia’s most high-profile and enduring missing persons investigations. It involves the 1986 disappearance of a 20-year-old woman in suspicious circumstances near Brisbane.

Background

• Full Name: Sharron Phillips (sometimes spelled Sharon in older reports)
• Age: 20
• Date of Disappearance: 8 May 1986 (late evening, into the early hours of 9 May)
• She was a young woman living in the Brisbane area.

What Happened

On the evening of 8 May 1986:

• Sharron was driving her yellow Datsun Bluebird sedan on Ipswich Road at Wacol (west of Brisbane).
• Her car ran out of petrol near the Wacol Migrant Centre.
• She walked to a public telephone box near Wacol Railway Station to call for help (reportedly trying to contact her boyfriend).
• She was last seen around 11:00 pm at or near that phone box.
• Witnesses reported seeing a woman matching her description walking between the phone box and her abandoned car.
• Her car was later found abandoned off Ipswich Road. Her shoes and handbag were discovered in a nearby drain.

Sharron has not been seen or heard from since. Her body has never been located despite extensive searches.

Investigation and Key Developments

• Police treated it as a suspected murder from early on. A major investigation was launched, but no body or definitive crime scene was found.
• An initial coronial inquest in 1988 ruled that she disappeared under suspicious circumstances.
• The case went cold for decades but remained active.
• In 2016, a major new lead emerged: Ian Seeley contacted police, claiming his father, Raymond Peter Mulvihill (a taxi driver who died in 2002), had confessed to him on his deathbed that he raped and murdered Sharron. Seeley alleged his father used his taxi to abduct her and dispose of her body.
• This led to a reopened inquest (hearings in 2021).
• In May 2024, Queensland State Coroner Terry Ryan delivered findings:
• Sharron’s death was suspicious.
• However, the cause and exact circumstances remained undetermined.
• He expressed doubts about Ian Seeley’s evidence, noting inconsistencies and a possible “commercial motive to lie” (linked to a true crime podcast Seeley was involved with).
• While police had previously said they would have charged Mulvihill if he were alive, the coroner could not make a positive finding against him or anyone else due to insufficient reliable evidence.

Current Status (as of 2026)

• The case remains an active cold case with Queensland Police’s Cold Case Investigation Team.
• A $250,000 reward is still offered for information leading to the apprehension and conviction of the person(s) responsible.
• Her family continues to live with profound unresolved grief.

Summary: Sharron Phillips vanished after her car ran out of fuel on a busy road in 1986. She was last seen at a phone box calling for help. No body has ever been found, and while suspicion has long centred on a now-deceased taxi driver based on an alleged confession, a 2024 coronial inquest could not conclusively determine what happened to her.

The case highlights classic challenges in pre-DNA, pre-CCTV era disappearances: limited physical evidence and reliance on witness statements decades later. It remains one of Queensland’s most discussed cold cases.

This case is currently under conclusion review, however any new information can still be passed to us.

The David Glenn Lewis Case (often called the “Mysterious Death of David Glenn Lewis”) is a bizarre unsolved disappearance and hit-and-run death from 1993. It stands out due to the victim’s sudden cross-country travel, strange circumstances, and the 11-year delay in identifying his body.

Background

• Full Name: David Glenn Lewis
• Age: 39
• Occupation: Lawyer and former judge in the Texas Panhandle (Amarillo/Dumas area)
• He was married with a young daughter and had a stable professional life, though he had faced some career setbacks (lost a judgeship election) and was involved in a civil lawsuit.

Disappearance (January 28–31, 1993)

• On January 28, Lewis left work early, saying he felt unwell. He taught an evening class and was last reliably seen in the Amarillo area.
• His wife and daughter left for a weekend shopping trip to Dallas. When they returned on Super Bowl Sunday (January 31), Lewis was gone.
• His red Ford Explorer was found parked near the Potter County courthouse in Amarillo. Inside were his keys, checkbook, and ID — but no wallet or cash.
• His wedding ring and watch were left on the kitchen counter. The VCR was recording the Super Bowl, and there were signs he had been home (sandwiches in the fridge, laundry in the washer).
• Financial oddities: A $5,000 deposit into his account (source unknown), a plane ticket bought in his name from Amarillo to Dallas, and another from Los Angeles to Dallas.

He had no known connections to Washington state and no explanation for traveling there.

Death (February 1, 1993)

• Around 10:30 p.m. on February 1, motorists on State Route 24 near Moxee, Washington (just east of Yakima, ~1,600 miles from Amarillo) saw a disoriented man walking in the road wearing military-style camouflage fatigues and work boots.
• Minutes later, he was found lying in the road — the victim of a hit-and-run.
• He died at the scene from his injuries. No ID was on him, so he became a “John Doe.”
• Clothing and glasses (found in his pockets) did not match what his family expected him to wear.

Identification (2004)

• In 2003–2004, a Washington State Patrol detective used early Google searches to match the unidentified body to missing persons cases.
• Dental records, glasses, and DNA (compared to Lewis’s mother) confirmed it was David Glenn Lewis with 99.91% probability.
• He had traveled ~1,600 miles in roughly 24 hours — an extremely tight timeline.

Unanswered Questions and Theories

The identification solved who he was but raised bigger mysteries:

• How did he get to Washington so quickly? No confirmed flights or evidence of driving the full distance in time. Possible plane tickets in his name, but unclear if he used them.
• Why was he there? No known ties to the area. He was wearing unfamiliar clothes and appeared disoriented.
• Voluntary disappearance or foul play?
• Family believes he was abducted or met with foul play (possibly linked to legal work or threats from his time as a judge).
• Police initially leaned toward voluntary disappearance or suicide, citing career stress and the plane tickets.
• Hit-and-run or something more? The driver was never found. Some speculate he was placed in the road or the incident was staged.

No definitive evidence of murder, suicide, or a planned escape has emerged. The case remains officially unresolved regarding the circumstances of his disappearance and death.

Summary: David Glenn Lewis vanished from his Texas home during Super Bowl weekend 1993 and was killed in a hit-and-run the next day in Washington state. Identified 11 years later, the case is famous for its timeline impossibilities, lack of motive, and enduring questions. It has been covered extensively in podcasts (e.g., Crime Junkie), documentaries, and true crime communities.

This is a new active case for us and we are working closely to go through all information before we make a request for further information.

The Barbara Breidor Cold Case is part of the unsolved Eastbound Strangler (also known as the Atlantic City Serial Killer) murders from 2006 in New Jersey.

Who Was Barbara Breidor?

• Full Name: Barbara V. Breidor
• Age: 42
• Background: She was a mother, daughter, and sister. Earlier in life, she worked as a casino cocktail waitress and helped manage her mother’s clothing store. By 2006, she had struggled with cocaine addiction and was working as a sex worker in the Atlantic City area.

The Murders (Eastbound Strangler Case)

In late 2006, four women were killed in a short period and their bodies dumped in the same drainage ditch behind the Golden Key Motel (now demolished) on the Black Horse Pike in Egg Harbor Township, just outside Atlantic City.

The four victims were:

• Kim Raffo (35) – found first on November 20, 2006
• Tracy Ann Roberts (23)
• Molly Jean Dilts (19–20)
• Barbara Breidor (42) – third victim identified

The bodies were discovered in a water-filled ditch in a marshy area. Barbara’s remains were badly decomposed when found, so the exact cause of death could not be determined (similar to Molly Dilts). All four women had ties to sex work in Atlantic City and were believed to have been lured to the Egg Harbor area, murdered, and discarded in the same location over several weeks.

Timeline for Barbara

• She disappeared in October 2006.
• She was not reported missing for several weeks.
• Her body was identified through dental records.
• Her driver’s license was later found miles away from where she was last seen.

Investigation and Suspects

• The case is still unsolved nearly 20 years later (as of 2026).
• The killer has never been identified.
• Several men were questioned (including acquaintances of the victims), but no one has been charged with the murders.
• The killer is believed to have targeted vulnerable women in Atlantic City’s red-light district and transported them a short distance to kill and dump them.
• No DNA or strong forensic links have publicly led to an arrest.

Current Status

The Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office and New Jersey State Police continue to investigate the Eastbound Strangler case. It remains one of New Jersey’s most notorious unsolved serial killer cases. The Golden Key Motel site has since been demolished, but the case is still discussed in true crime podcasts, documentaries, and media.

Summary: Barbara Breidor was a 42-year-old woman whose life took a difficult turn due to addiction. She became one of four victims of a suspected serial killer who operated around Atlantic City in the fall of 2006. Her murder, like the others, remains unsolved, with no identified killer despite nearly two decades of investigation.

The case highlights the vulnerability of sex workers and the challenges of investigating murders in transient, high-risk environments. If you have any information related to this case, contact the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office or submit an anonymous tip to us.

The Jeannette DePalma Cold Case (also known as the “Devil’s Teeth” murder) is one of New Jersey’s most infamous and controversial unsolved deaths from the 1970s. It is surrounded by rumors of occult rituals, Satanism, and possible police mishandling.

Background

• Full Name: Jeannette Christine DePalma
• Age: 16 (born August 3, 1956)
• Date of Disappearance: August 7, 1972 (four days after her 16th birthday)
• Location: Springfield Township, Union County, New Jersey

Jeannette was a local teenager who lived on Clearview Road. On the afternoon of August 7, 1972, she left home telling her mother she was going to visit a friend or take a train. She was never seen alive again.

Discovery of the Body

Six weeks later, on September 19, 1972:

• A local man’s dog returned home carrying a badly decomposed human forearm.
• Police searched the nearby Houdaille Quarry (an abandoned rock quarry) and found the rest of Jeannette’s remains atop a steep cliff known locally as “The Devil’s Teeth”.
• Her body was in an advanced state of decomposition, making a full autopsy impossible.
• Her purse was found nearby with contents dumped out.
• Investigators suspected strangulation as the cause of death, though this was never officially confirmed due to the condition of the remains.

The Occult Rumors and Scene Details

The case became notorious because of claims about the discovery site:

• Her body was reportedly arranged inside a coffin-shaped perimeter made of sticks or logs.
• There were alleged wooden crosses, a pentagram, and animal remains nearby.
• These details fueled widespread rumors of a Satanic ritual sacrifice or involvement of a local witchcraft coven.
• In the early 1970s (during the height of “Satanic Panic”), local media and residents speculated heavily about occult involvement. Police reportedly even consulted a witch during the investigation.

Later reports and investigators have questioned or downplayed the ritual elements, suggesting some details may have been exaggerated.

Investigation and Challenges

• The case was treated as a suspicious death or possible homicide but quickly went cold.
• No clear suspects were ever publicly named or charged.
• Inconsistent statements from family, friends, and witnesses complicated the probe.
• Severe decomposition meant little forensic evidence was available.
• The death certificate still lists the cause as “pending further study,” and it remains officially classified as a suspicious death rather than outright homicide (something her family and advocates continue to fight to change).

Theories

• Occult/Satanic Ritual: The most famous theory, popularized by Weird NJ magazine and the 2015 book Death on the Devil’s Teeth.
• Random Murder or Stranger Attack: She may have been hitchhiking and picked up by the wrong person.
• Known Associates: Police looked into an ex-boyfriend, a quarry watchman, a local accountant with mental health issues, and a drifter.
• Serial Killer Link: Some have speculated a connection to Richard Cottingham (“The Torso Killer”), who was active in New Jersey around that time, though no solid evidence ties him to this case.

Current Status (as of 2026)

• The case remains unsolved after more than 53 years.
• A dedicated Justice for Jeannette DePalma campaign (with social media presence and prayer vigils) continues pushing for reclassification as a homicide, DNA testing of any preserved evidence, and renewed investigation.
• It has been featured in numerous podcasts (Crime Junkie, Morbid), documentaries, and books.

Summary: Jeannette DePalma was a 16-year-old girl who vanished in suburban New Jersey in 1972. Her decomposed remains were found in a dramatic, isolated quarry location that sparked decades of Satanic conspiracy theories. Despite the eerie setting and public interest, no one has ever been arrested, and many basic questions remain unanswered.

The case is a haunting example of how lack of physical evidence and sensational rumors can overshadow a tragic death. If you have any information, contact the Union County Prosecutor’s Office or Springfield Police Department or contact us directly.

The Granger Taylor Cold Case (also known as the “Alien Spaceship Disappearance”) is one of Canada’s most unusual and enduring unsolved mysteries, blending mechanical genius, UFO obsession, and a dramatic note left behind.

Background

• Full Name: Granger Taylor
• Age: 32
• Location: Duncan, British Columbia (Vancouver Island)
• Date of Disappearance: November 29, 1980
• Granger was a brilliant but eccentric mechanic known as an “industrial archaeologist.” He could rebuild almost anything from scrap, including planes, heavy machinery, and even a single-cylinder car as a teenager. He lived on his parents’ farm and was described as quiet, soft-spoken, and kind.

He had a strong fascination with space travel and UFOs, especially after Star Wars came out in 1977. He built a life-sized UFO-like structure in the family backyard using two satellite dishes — complete with a wood stove and bed — and claimed he slept in it. He also said he communicated with extraterrestrials through dreams and his CB radio.

The Disappearance

On the stormy night of November 29, 1980 (during what some called the “Storm of the Century” with heavy rain and gale-force winds):

• Granger left a handwritten note taped to his parents’ bedroom door:

“Dear Mother and Father,
I have gone away to walk aboard an alien spaceship, as recurring dreams assured a 42-month interstellar voyage to explore the vast universe, then return.
I leave all my possessions to you.
Love, Granger.”

• He drove off in his pink Datsun pickup truck and was last reportedly seen around 6:30 p.m. at a local diner.
• He took some dynamite from the family property that night.
• Extensive searches in the following months turned up nothing.

The 1986 Discovery

In March 1986 (over 5 years later), forestry workers found signs of a massive explosion on Mount Prevost, about 15 miles (24 km) from the Taylor family home.

• Wreckage from a truck (including a license plate and VIN number linking it to Granger’s vehicle) was scattered across the blast crater and embedded in trees.
• Human bone fragments, pieces of clothing, and a wool sweater were also recovered.
• The site matched a rough map Granger had drawn earlier.

A coroner’s inquest later ruled that Granger died on or around November 30, 1980, from massive accidental injuries caused by an explosion. The official theory is that he was driving with unstable dynamite in the back of his truck during heavy rain, which detonated.

Main Theories

1. Accidental Death (Most Accepted): He took dynamite (possibly to “signal” aliens or for another reason), the storm made the explosives unstable, and the truck blew up on the mountain.
2. Suicide: Some speculate he planned his own death and used the alien story as a farewell.
3. Actual Alien Abduction: Believers (including some friends and family) think he really did board a spacecraft. His note and lifelong obsession fuel this theory.
4. Hoax or Staged Disappearance: A fringe idea that he faked everything and started a new life (though the explosion evidence makes this unlikely).

Current Status

The case is considered closed by authorities as an accidental death, and Granger was officially declared dead. However, it remains a “cold case” in the public imagination due to the lack of definitive remains (only fragments were found), questions about the truck color and details, and the extraordinary circumstances. No one has ever been charged with any crime.

The story has been featured in Unsolved Mysteries, CBC documentaries (Spaceman), podcasts (The Trail Went Cold, Crime Family), and books. It continues to captivate people interested in UFOs, true crime, and bizarre disappearances.

Summary: Granger Taylor, a gifted mechanic obsessed with aliens, vanished into a storm after leaving a note about boarding a spaceship for 42 months. Wreckage and bone fragments found years later suggest he died in a dynamite explosion on a nearby mountain — but the alien angle and eccentric details keep the mystery alive more than 45 years later.

This case remains partially open with us and any new information can be submitted to us.

The Jack O’Sullivan Cold Case refers to the unexplained disappearance of Jack O’Sullivan, a 22-year-old (now listed as 24) law student from the Bristol area in the UK. It is one of the most widely publicised missing persons cases in recent British history.

Background

• Jack was a recent University of Exeter graduate living with his parents in Flax Bourton, Somerset (near Bristol).
• He was described as kind, intelligent, and close to his family (parents Catherine and Alan, and brother Ben).
• He was studying for a law conversion course and had a stable, happy life with no known major issues.

The Disappearance (March 1–2, 2024)

• On the evening of March 1, 2024, Jack attended a house party in the Hotwells area of Bristol.
• He left the party around 2:53 a.m. on March 2 after a minor altercation (described as not serious).
• At around 3:13 a.m., he was captured on CCTV walking alone across a grassy area near the junction of Brunel Lock Way and Brunel Way, heading in the direction of Cumberland Road.
• He texted his mum earlier saying he would get a taxi home, but he never arrived.
• His phone went offline/disconnected shortly after the last sighting.
• He has not been seen or heard from since. No trace of him, his phone, clothing, or belongings has ever been found.

Searches and Investigation

• Avon & Somerset Police launched one of the largest searches in the region’s history, involving multiple forces, underwater dive teams, helicopters, dogs, and community volunteers.
• Extensive searches focused on the River Avon (from Hotwells to the Bristol Channel/Avonmouth), docks, and surrounding areas — but nothing was recovered.
• The Harbour Master’s report suggested he did not enter the water.
• A £100,000 reward (offered by an anonymous benefactor) is still active for information leading to finding Jack or those responsible.
• The family has funded private investigations through a GoFundMe.

Current Status (as of June 2026)

• The case remains an active missing person investigation (over two years since disappearance).
• No body has been found, and there are no confirmed signs of foul play — but police have not ruled anything out.
• Jack’s family continues to campaign publicly, expressing they have “no idea” what happened and are desperate for answers. They have faced false confessions, blackmail attempts, and online rumours.
• The family still holds hope he could be alive.

Main Theories

• Entered the river accidentally (most common police hypothesis, despite no evidence being found).
• Met with foul play after leaving the party (possible abduction or attack while walking alone at night).
• Voluntary disappearance (unlikely given his character and lack of any preparation or motive).
• Hit by a vehicle or other accident in the industrial dock area.

The case has received massive media coverage (BBC, Sky News, ITV) and features in many true crime podcasts and YouTube documentaries. It remains highly active with ongoing appeals.

Summary: Jack O’Sullivan left a house party in Bristol in the early hours of March 2, 2024, and vanished without a trace. Despite enormous searches, rewards, and family efforts, there are still no answers more than two years later. It is a haunting “vanished into thin air” case in a busy urban area.

If you have any information, contact Avon & Somerset Police or visit the family’s official site: findjackosullivan.co.uk. You can also contact us with any information to which we will liaise with the relevant authorities.