Taipei: Uncovering Evidence in The Chia Case

Foul Play: A Historical True Crime Podcast

Shane L. Waters, Wendy Cee, Gemma Hoskins

History, True Crime, Society & Culture

4.5 • 992 Ratings

🗓️ 9 April 2025

⏱️ 23 minutes

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Summary

The final chapter of the Chia children's case scrutinizes unyielding mysteries... Join Foul Play's conclusive exploration in Season 35 as we revisit the complex case involving Charles and Jennifer Chia. In this final episode, we work through through the known evidence and lingering questions that enshroud their tragic disappearance and death in 1989. Before their untimely demise, the Chia siblings' energetic spirits and familial bonds illuminated their parents' lives and dreams. This case stands as a poignant emblem of flaws within the justice system that hindered swift resolution and accountability. Retired detectives reflect on the convoluted investigation that encountered numerous setbacks. The late 80s in Taiwan was a period of change, and this case mirrored the era's struggles with burgeoning crime issues and investigative inadequacies. As we dissect this story, listeners will gain insight into a historical tragedy that endures within public consciousness. Prepare for an emotionally charged exploration uncovering important evidence, heart-wrenching truths, and lingering mysteries from the past. As we conclude the Chia children series, discover the poignant impact of this cold case on generations. --- Support Foul Play: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/foulplaypodcast Website: https://www.mythsandmalice.com/show/foul-play/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/foul-play-crime-series/id1525832703 Follow us: Instagram: @foulplaycrimeseries Twitter: @foulplaypod

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0:00.0	Hello, friends.
0:18.0	Hello, friends.
0:25.2	This season, we are bringing you the story of Charles and Jennifer Chaugh.
0:28.7	This is episode four, evidence.
0:38.6	As well as myself and Wendy, throughout this season, you will also hear from retired detective Alan Fox and retired detective Ron Dreher.
0:47.1	I'm Alan Fox. I live in Reno, Nevada, and I'm retired from law enforcement for over 30 years.
0:59.2	I've worked robbery homicide for 10 years. My name is Ron Drear. I went to work for Reno on March 15, 1973, and then I retired in July 23, 1999. We have been asked to cover this case by Alan and Ron to see if anyone remembers anything
1:08.5	about Charles and Jennifer. Always remember, however insignificant
1:14.6	something might seem to you, it may be a vital piece of evidence that helps the police to work out
1:20.6	what happened. So if you have any information at all, please do come forward. You can contact Reno Police directly,
1:30.3	or if you prefer to stay anonymous, you can contact us and we will pass on the information for you.
1:37.3	This is a very sad case about two young children who went missing in 1989 and whose bodies were not discovered until the
1:47.1	following year. This is a murder case that has never been solved. And please note that while we are
1:54.5	not including graphic details in this series, we are dealing with children. So this may not be
2:00.7	suitable for all listeners.
2:03.6	In episode one, we heard how Charles and Jennifer Char went missing after leaving school on the 18th of October,
2:10.6	1989, how their mother Anne was away in Taiwan and their grandmother was looking after them.
2:21.0	In episode two, we looked at the circumstances around their disappearance.
2:25.3	And in episode three, the remains of Charles and Jennifer were found.
2:31.1	In this final episode of the series, we will be going through the evidence and facts that are known, and other circumstances that may be relevant to the case,
2:35.1	just in case it triggers anyone's memory. The original investigation was for a case of two missing
2:41.2	children rather than homicide, so the checks that were carried out were different, and there
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