Unsolved Wyoming: Cold Cases & Haunted Places

Only 19 years old, Rocky Najera, disappeared in Cheyenne, Wyoming in 1985. This is the oldest cold case on Unsolved Wyoming as of right now. Listen in on the insightful interview I have with Michelle, Rocky's younger sister, as she shares the details of her brother growing up and the issues surrounding her brother's disappearance.

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Closure--what does it really mean? It's a complicated word in the world of true crime. It's with a mixed bag that I present the first "Found" episode of Unsolved Wyoming. This is the resolution of Rocky Najera. I chat with both his sister, and the genealogist that helped bring Rocky's mystery to light. Be sure to stay tuned for the DCI updates sponsored by Missing People of Wyoming.

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Check out the latest DCI updates and my chat with Desiree Tinoco discussing the recovery of Chris Mauk, the updates on Katie Ferguson, and the bizarre turn of events with Azia Saldana.

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Happy Friday the 13th--here is the first spooky episode with author, Jill Pope. She's written four books that can found in the link below. Be sure to stay tuned for the DCI updates sponsored by Missing People of Wyoming.

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Check out the latest DCI updates, get the newest update for the missing hiker, Steve Keller, and a spoooky event plug--Midnight West Fest.

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Check out the latest DCI updates--and only 4 cases were added. One was removed.

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Check out the DCI updates and Cheyenne Frontier Days safety tips.

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Check out the latest in DCI updates with Desiree Tinoco. Also, be sure to with Missing People of Wyoming Facebook group happy 4th birthday!

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Kimberly Kay Novak was no angel, but when you listen to her sister, Becky, talk about her, you can hear the love and longing for the woman who made her wedding a memorable event. Even though Kim had a free-spirit and did her own thing on her own terms, she always touched base with family--especially on Father's Day. So when those special occasion calls stopped coming, Becky said they knew something was wrong. In this incredible interview I also have audio recording of Becky and Marissa, a medium. And of course, I have DCI updates with Desiree Tinoco.

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Thank you so much for tuning in over the last year! Be sure to check out the new logo and Unsolved Wyoming website. I also have the updates from DCI.

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John Daily Hammond, also known as "John-John" disappeared into the night November 6, 2021. This is his story told by his sister Georgeanne. Not only does his family miss him, but so does the community of Thermopolis. John frequented the library and the senior center. He could be seen reading while walking or helping around the community. I also have updates with Desiree so be sure to stay tuned.

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An incredible story-teller and bonafide crime junkie, journalist Jennifer Kocher, is the perfect combination of sunshine and grit. I've worked with Jen now for the last year. I credit her to strapping me the driver seat of this podcast. Without her, I don't know if I would be recording this now, because when she got word some English teacher in Cheyenne was wanting to start a podcast, she contacted me to write the first piece of media on Unsolved Wyoming, and the rest is history. I've been working with Jen ever since. We collaborate and her work is always a piece of source material for the cases I report. But, like any good writer, she doesn't have a straight path--this is her story and take on the unsolved. Be sure to stay tuned because we do have DCI updates with Desiree Tinoco.

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Check out the latest from DCI. Also, I have the latest on Nathan Hightman's plea change and a cool Laramie County Community College Event you should come to.

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Check out the latest updates from DCI with Desiree Tinoco. I also have an update on Irene Gakwa's case.

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I interview the sister of Christopher Dale Mauk, a man missing since July of 2022. I also have DCI updates as well, so be sure to stay tuned. 

Warning: the sound quality of my voice in the interview is not up to snuff--I am going to send it out to get cleaned up, but in the meantime...you've been warned.

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Here are the updates from DCI with Desiree Tinoco and details on the new Missing Persons Alert Systems bill that has been signed as of 2/21/2023.

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Folks, as promised I have author Ron Franscell back on the pod to talk about his latest book Deaf Row, a crime fiction. I know--but this is a true crime podcast? Don't worry, Ron and I chat everything from the book itself, to Ron's writing, to how true crime influences art/entertainment. And as always, I have a short update from Desiree Tinoco. 

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Missed by many, the big-hearted Kyle Jay Ellis has disappeared without a trace. I interview his mother, Heather, for this episode. She describes Kyle's generous spirit and adventurous nature that started as small child, and how as an adult his quest for God led him on religious pilgrimages, which is what he was doing when he disappeared in Greybull, Wyoming. I also have an interview with Captain David Janes from the Cheyenne Police Department, where he discusses some incredible initiatives the PD has launched to help better assist folks experiencing a mental health crisis episode. And, as always, I have an update from DCI. 

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And here is the weekly update from DCI with Desiree Tinoco.

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We have updates from DCI with Desiree Tinoco. Thanks for listening in.

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She was her sister's bowling partner, her granddaughter's primary caretaker, and she delivered the Casper Star, Davida Peterson, is the quintessential small town Wyoming woman that we all know. Join me as I talk to Linda Beauchamp about her sister, Davida, and the nightmare that unfolded the evening before mother's day. Be sure to stay tuned because I have DCI updates from Desiree Tinoco.  

Show Notes: Wyoming Has 5 Intriguing Old Missing Person & Homicide Cases 

Catch up on the latest updates from DCI and some other interesting developments from around the state.

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Here is the latest missing person update as of 12/09/2022.

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Here is the weekly update with Missing People of Wyoming's Desiree Tinoco. 

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Here are the updates from Desiree Tinoco. We also talk about some missing person scams as well. 

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Today is a short update from the Missing People of Wyoming's Facebook group's Desiree Tinoco. 

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Folks, here is this week's updates from DCI. 

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Hello spooky season! On this week's episode, I have legendary author Ron Franscell to tell us creepy crime tales. Then I have historian Rick Johnson, director of Fort Casper to tell us about the upcoming haunted tours. After, I have a founding member, Josh Saxon, of Midnight West Productions, to tell us about the upcoming Midnight West Fest at the Haunted Atlas theater in Cheyenne, Wyoming. And as always, I have the update from Missing People of Wyoming's Desiree Tinoco. 

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Folks, here are the latest updates from DCI thanks to Desiree Tinoco. Be sure to tune in next week for some spooky tales. 

Folks. as always I have the DCI update with Desiree Tinoco from the Missing People of Wyoming Facebook group. I have stories in the works that I look forward to bringing you soon.

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As always, here is the weekly DCI update with Desiree Tinoco. There seems to be more cases with the start of school. We also talk about a concerning trend "the back to school necklace" as well. 

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An avid hunter and excited grandfather, Terry Meador, set out into a coveted hunting area to scout deer for an upcoming hunting trip with his son and grandson. However, when Terry didn't show up to a friend's house to process an antelope, it was clear that something wasn't right. In this episode, I talk with BJ Meador, Terry's son, about his father, growing up, his dad's legacy in Rock Springs, and the events leading up to Terry's disappearance. I also talk with Sara DiRienzo, a fellow hunting enthusiast and public information officer with Wyoming Game and Fish. There is also a new initiative to help outdoor enthusiasts to make sure they make it home that I want to tell you about. And of course, I have a DCI update with Desiree Tinoco from Missing People of Wyoming's Facebook group, so be sure to stay tuned. 

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Folks, as many of you know, I am a full-time instructor at Laramie County Community College in Cheyenne, Wyoming. So, this week has been in high gear with getting ready to for the new semester. I have some great interviews set up for next week, but I only have an update episode for this week. I wanted to highlight some back to school tips, including to take the #ForMak pledge along with a few other small news stories. As always, I have the update with Missing People of Wyoming's Desiree Tinoco. 

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Here is an update with Desiree Tinoco with DCI's most recent cases. I also share some tips from Grand Teton National Park for late summer recreating. 

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Folks, check out the latest update from DCI with Desiree Tinoco. I also have some safety tips for Cheyenne Frontier Days, but I know fair season is among us, too. Be sure to check them out. 

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A highly motivated mom, with a punk rock aesthetic, didn't quite fit in the quiet town of Torrington, Wyoming. So, when she was reported missing, the investigation into Renee Yeargain's whereabouts, was a little slow. 18 years later, and Renee's case is still unsolved. For Renee's story, I interview Jess Oakes, a dedicated acquaintance, Angelina Schimer, Renee's daughter, Agent Hansen, Head of DCI's Cold Case Unit, and an unnamed source, who knew Renee growing up. As always, I have a DCI update from the Missing People of Wyoming Facebook group.