He Wasn’t Alone: What Happened to 4-Year-Old Johnathan Boley?

Hidden True Crime

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🗓️ 4 January 2026

⏱️ 19 minutes

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Four-year-old Johnathan Everett “John John” Boley has been found dead—and the ending to this search is as heartbreaking as it is haunting. After days of unanswered questions, authorities located Johnathan’s body in a rural wooded area just miles from where he vanished, with his loyal black Labrador, Buck, alive beside him. In this episode, we walk through the timeline, the explosive discoveries that halted the search, the charges now facing his father, and the disturbing history that raises even more questions. The cause of death has not yet been determined, and the investigation is ongoing—but one truth is undeniable: Johnathan was not alone. Through cold, darkness, and fear, Buck stayed with him until the very end. About Hidden True Crime What started as a simple conversation at their dinner table became a captivating podcast. Join the dynamic duo of Dr. John Matthias, a criminal psychologist, and Lauren Matthias, an investigative journalist, as they delve into the psychological facets of unthinkable crimes every week. Their unique perspectives and in-depth analysis offer a fresh take on true crime storytelling. Thank you for your support through sponsorships, subscribing, listening, and becoming a Patreon member at⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/HiddenTrueCrime⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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1:53.6	and devastating turn. Four year old Jonathan Everettley, missing since New Year's Eve.
2:01.6	I've been following this case since it has been reported he was missing.
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