It's the Mystery for Me (A True Crime Podcast)

On this episode, we answer some questions that have been submitted by listeners. Here are the questions:Will Norma finally accept IG follower requests? Are yall dating anyone?What motivates you? What practice area is Norma going into?What is Priscilla’s new job? Can Priscilla mentor me?What shocked you most about the podcast process?What case(s) lives rent free in your mind?What’s the most important thing you learned about yourselves from hosting this podcast?What is it l...

Transcribed - Published: 1 May 2024

Candice Parchment, 15, is a high school student at Forest Park high school in Georgia when she suddenly goes missing in April of 2010. Months go by and there is no word of Candice, who had recently emigrated to the United States with her mother from Jamaica. That is until her mother discovers her diary. Could Candice’s own words be exactly what detectives need to uncover what really happened to her?For a list of sources from today's episode and pictures, please visit www.itsthemysteryforme.co...

Transcribed - Published: 1 May 2024

Dominique Allen, 15, decided to have a sleepover with her girlfriends one weekend in August 2014. What was supposed to be a fun girls night was anything but that. In the morning when Dominique’s sister goes to wake up the girls, Dominique is the only one missing. What transpired next was something no one saw coming. For a list of sources from today's episode and pictures, please visit www.itsthemysteryforme.com/episodes/dominique-allenAttorney Benjamin Crump's Instagram post highli...

Transcribed - Published: 17 April 2024

Katrina Brownlee, 18, thought she hit the jackpot when she met her boyfriend, correctional officer, Alex Irvin, but she soon realizes that is not the case. Alex becomes increasingly abusive and in 1992, a pregnant Katrina takes her two daughters and leave Alex as a result. After about a month, Alex manages to sweet talk her back.... but when she arrives, she is not met with anything remotely sweet. National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800.799.SAFE (7233)For a list of so...

Transcribed - Published: 3 April 2024

Rosaline Ransom, who is referred to as “Rhonda” by her family & friends, was a 32 year old single mother to three children. Life wasn’t always easy for her and her kids but things seemed to be finally turning around in 2013. Rosaline decided to pursue her dreams of becoming a nurse and had just enrolled in college for the upcoming Fall semester. But her dreams were curtailed on May 26, 2013 when Rosaline leaves her house and doesn’t return. Her disappearance shocked her community of...

Transcribed - Published: 19 March 2024

On June 29, 1994, Cynthia Epps, 29, was supposed to return home after her night walk. But according to her boyfriend, Carter, Cynthia never came home which was odd for the mother of two. An unexpected 911 call the following day would lead to a shocking discovery. But even with these known details, there are still so many questions. This left Cynthia’s family and neighborhood of East Buffalo, NY, desperate for answers. For a list of sources from today's episode and pictures, please visit www.i...

Transcribed - Published: 5 March 2024

Shaniya Davis should have been occupied with 5 year old things, like starting kindergarten or playing with her friends. But, her upbringing provided unique challenges. Her mother was battling a drug addiction and as such, was not fit to be a parent. As a result, Shaniya was raised primarily by her dad, Bradley, from around age 1 to age 5. But in September 2009, the living arrangements change and Shaniya is impacted by this decision in a horrific way. *This ...

Transcribed - Published: 27 February 2024

Michelle McMullen has started a new life for her and her son down in Louisana, where she is working towards a degree in business. When there is an issue with a school grant, Michelle starts to feel the pressure of being a full time student, employee and single mother. She makes the approx. 18 hour drive to PA, where her parents reside, to drop off her son. Instead of resting, she gets right back on the road to head back to Louisana, but she never makes it there. Her pa...

Transcribed - Published: 6 February 2024

Tynesha Stewart was an honors student throughout high school and graduated in the top 3% of her class. Talk about black excellence! Unsurprisingly, she had scholarship offers to multiple colleges and ultimately decided to attend Texas A&M University, which was only 2 hours away. Tynesha was on the verge of completing her second semester in college when tragedy struck. Law enforcement describes this case as one of the most gruesome ones they've seen in their careers. Who ...

Transcribed - Published: 30 January 2024

At 20, Andreen McDonald, a Jamaican native, married Andre McDonald, a captain in the Air Force, and moved to San Antonio, Texas to begin their lives together. By 22, she had built an assisted living business. By 29, that business had made her a millionaire. Everything in her life was absolutely fabulous: she was now a mom to a beautiful daughter, had a loving husband and tons of support from her family and friends. By all accounts, she was healthy and seemingly happy....

Transcribed - Published: 23 January 2024

Angela Bledsoe had experienced much success as a financial analyst in her 20’s, which continued to grow through the years. By 2018, Angela, 44, was also a mother to six-year-old Alana and living in a beautiful home in Montclair, NJ, with her longtime partner and father of her child, James Ray. All seemed to be going well for this thriving family, until the fateful day of October 22, 2018. But that was just the tip of the iceberg. For a list of sources from today'...

Transcribed - Published: 9 January 2024

In 2005, LaVena Johnson, 19, was in the midst of an active tour in Iraq. Just two years prior, she had decided to follow in her father’s footsteps by enlisting in the U.S. army—a dream that became her own. Flash forward to July 2005, LaVena had only been deployed for six weeks in Iraq when things suddenly took a turn. What came next were a series of conflicting stories and details about her time in the U.S. army. So, will the truth be revealed? For a list of sources from today's e...

Transcribed - Published: 2 January 2024

Tamika Huston, 24, had a promising future ahead of her. In the summer of 2004, she had just completed another semester of nursing school when she suddenly goes off the radar. Tamika’s family and friends assumed she had taken a spontaneous trip to kick off the summer. But they knew something wasn’t right when Tamika’s beloved dog Macy was found left behind in her home. So, where did Tamika go off to?For a list of sources from today's episode and pictures, please visit www.itsthemysteryfo...

Transcribed - Published: 7 November 2023

On January 7, 2016, Tyarra Williams, 19, had just completed her first day of college classes and was looking forward to picking up her textbooks and school supplies the following day. This was a big deal for Tyarra, who decided to pursue a career in early childhood development. But the next day came and went without a single word from Tyarra. So, what changed in the matter of a day? For a list of sources from today's episode and pictures, please visit www.itsthemysteryforme....

Transcribed - Published: 17 October 2023

On New Years Eve of 2009, Mikarah Sanders, 15, had planned to ring in the new year with her boyfriend and some friends. But a few hours before the clock struck 12, shots were suddenly fired. Mikarah’s family are stunned by the news. Mikarah is kindhearted and wise beyond her years. So, who would want to hurt Mikarah or was it simply a case of wrong place, wrong time? For a list of sources from today's episode and pictures, please visit www.itsthemysteryforme.com/episodes/mikarah-sandersA...

Transcribed - Published: 10 October 2023

Latrese Curtis, 21, was on her way home to her husband. But while awaiting her arrival, he had fallen asleep. In the morning, Latrese had still not returned home. Panic soon set in as her family tried desperately to find her. What they uncovered was something completely unexpected. So, what really happened to Latrese? For a list of sources from today's episode and pictures, please visit www.itsthemysteryforme.com/episodes/latrese-curtisAttorney Benjamin Crump's Instagram post highlightin...

Transcribed - Published: 3 October 2023

Shania Gray, 16, was a straight A student, and a star athlete with a bright future. Shania was well aware that she was destined for greatness and was very appreciative of her family and friends for always having her back. Still in the midst of all of this, Shania had a dark secret that only a select few knew about. And Shania was about to learn a tough lesson that sometimes people are not who they seem to be—yes, even friends. So, what really happened to Shania and could the peopl...

Transcribed - Published: 19 September 2023

Jimella Tunstall, 23, didn’t have the easiest life but was working hard to turn her life around. In September 2006, Jimella was 7 months pregnant with her fourth child. She was excited to welcome her new bundle of joy and really prided herself in being a mother. So, when her family hadn’t heard from her in a few days, they were very concerned. Not long after, Jimella’s children also go missing. This leaves detectives and their family completely baffled. Did someone have it out for the Tunstal...

Transcribed - Published: 12 September 2023

For many years, the Taylors were highly respected in their community of Wendell, NC. Angela Taylor, the matriarch of the family, was a preacher, and her husband, Sylvester Taylor Sr., was a deacon. Their unwavering faith and support really helped their daughter LaTonya—especially as she navigated life as a newly separated mother of three. But that suddenly changed on April 9, 2014. LaTonya was in her bedroom when heard a series of noises that caught her attention...

Transcribed - Published: 29 August 2023

July 8, 2002, was a day that would forever change the lives of two families in Brooklyn, NY. For the family of Patricia Neverson, 39, when she didn’t show up to her son Akim’s basketball game, her concerned family immediately calls 911. In the midst of their confusion and panic, another family—the Davis family, who also live in the neighborhood, have a feeling that something just isn’t right. Their daughter, Donna Davis, 38, did not come home after grad school like she normally does. Co...

Transcribed - Published: 22 August 2023

On the morning of October 6, 2003, Mel Cotton, a 30 year old and single mom, was supposed to take her son to her sister’s house before work. When Mel failed to do so, her sister suspected something was wrong. But nothing could prepare her for what she saw once she arrived at Mel’s house. Mel’s family, friends, and community are left stunned and don’t know where to begin— that is until Mel’s friend, Christina, calls detectives. Could this be the key to finding out what really happened to Mel?&...

Transcribed - Published: 8 August 2023

Mitrice Richardson, 24, decided to take a drive to Malibu, CA on September 16, 2009. On that drive she spotted a restaurant and decided to get something to eat. While dining alone, Mitrice noticed a table of people who appeared to be having a good time and asked if she could join. Initially intrigued by her, the patrons and staffers soon grew concerned by Mitrice’s behavior. Ultimately, 911 is called but what transpired after would leave her loved ones with more questions than answers. So, wh...

Transcribed - Published: 1 August 2023

In the wake of Carlee Russell’s eerie disappearance from a stretch of highway in Alabama, her parents urged law enforcement to issue an “Ashanti Alert” on Carlee’s behalf. On this week’s episode, we dive into the alert systems that have our phones vibrating off the hook. First, we tell the story of Ashanti Billie, the 19 year old student behind the Ashanti Alert. And since we are talking about alerts, we also felt it was only right to cover the story of Amber Hagerman, the n...

Transcribed - Published: 18 July 2023

On the morning of March 27, 2015, Tierra Hall, a junior at Jordan High School in Durham, NC, left her home for school. It was the Friday before Spring Break and Tierra had plans to spend time with her best friend, Amya. Tierra’s mother, Koteya Hall, knew of Tierra’s plans. So, when Tierra didn’t come home Friday night, Koteya assumed she was at a friend’s house. But that wasn’t the case. In fact, no one knew where Tierra was or that she was even missing. Before search efforts were under...

Transcribed - Published: 11 July 2023

On September 2, 2012, Yolanda Holmes, a successful hair salon owner, was fast asleep when someone entered her apartment and did the unthinkable. Her family and friends are left completely baffled. They, along with detectives, have no clue as to who would want to hurt Yolanda. Just as all hope seemed lost, a closer look at the evidence would uncover an unexpected lead. Could this be the key to solving what really happened to Yolanda? For a list of sources from today's episode and p...

Transcribed - Published: 27 June 2023

Originally from Kenya, Jane Kuria, a widow, and her three children, Isabella, Annabel, and Jeremy, came to the United States in the early 2000’s looking for a better life. Jane worked extremely hard to provide her children with a stable and comfortable upbringing in Atlanta, GA. But that would all change one summer night in 2007. It was supposed to be a fun filled day for her son Jeremy and his cousin Peter, who planned to spend the night. Unfortunately, things did not go as...

Transcribed - Published: 13 June 2023

Cherry Walker, 39, was an overly trusting and sweet person. Although her kind nature and developmental delay made her especially vulnerable, that didn’t stop Cherry from living her best life and working hard. In 2009, she was hired as a babysitter for Kimberly Cargill's son. It was a job that she loved dearly. But when Cherry doesn’t show up to her family’s church for Father’s Day, her father knew in his gut something just wasn’t right. Will his fatherly instinct be one of many clues that hel...

Transcribed - Published: 6 June 2023

In February 2009, Tiana Notice, 25, was in her last semester of graduate school at the University of Hartford and had recently rekindled things with her college sweetheart. They even had plans to get engaged on Valentine’s Day. But what was supposed to be a day of love would end in a shocking tragedy. Now, her family and friends are left with more questions than answers as they uncover a clear mishandling by the justice system. For a list of sources from today's episode and ...

Transcribed - Published: 30 May 2023

LaNell Barsock, a 29-year-old vocational nurse, had just bought a home with her boyfriend, Louis Bonheur. Although this was a major stepping stone for the couple, like most relationships, things weren't always easy. Still, LaNell and her boyfriend were willing to work through this. But their reconciliation would be short lived, leaving her family, friends, and detectives with many questions. So, what really happened at their home on June 16, 2010? Tune in. For a list of sources from tod...

Transcribed - Published: 23 May 2023

Jerryell Foster, a young mother, aspiring hairdresser and fashionista, was scheduled to work her shift at a clothing boutique on Thanksgiving Day of 2009. She was looking forward to meeting with her family once her shift was over. But when her family hadn't heard from her they became concerned. Jerryell never showed up to the family gathering. So, what could possibly be the hold up on Thanksgiving Day? Detectives and her family are determined to find the answer. For a list o...

Transcribed - Published: 16 May 2023

Anndrea Caruth, 39, a native of the island of St. Vincent, had worked hard to establish an early childhood center in her multifamily home in the Bronx, New York. Anndrea had recently learned that she was expecting a baby with her fiancé when she suddenly vanished. Her disappearance leaves family, friends, and neighbors baffled. Now, detectives are desperate to find the pregnant mom-to-be. What they uncovered about Anndrea’s whereabouts would forever shock the community. For ...

Transcribed - Published: 2 May 2023

Jasmine Lynn, 19, had plans to go out one night during her Fall 2009 semester. Jasmine, who was a sophomore at Spelman College, was especially looking forward to her friend's party at nearby Clark Atlanta University. It seemed like a typical night until a fight breaks out just outside of her friend's campus apartment. Now, detectives must rely on the accounts of witnesses to piece together what really happened on the early morning of September 3, 2009. Would their statements help make o...

Transcribed - Published: 25 April 2023

On June 24, 2018, Aniya Mack, 24, left her home for a meeting regarding an upcoming performance at her church—Second Baptist Church in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Her boyfriend, Donnovan Lewis, was adamant that this was Aniya's last known location. It had been days since he and Aniya's family heard from Aniya. Now, detectives are working quickly to piece together what really happened to her, as clues start to unravel a secret life. Could this be the missing piece to finding Aniya? ...

Transcribed - Published: 11 April 2023

On September 24, 1983, Sabrina Buie, 11, went to her friend’s house to drop off a bike. Her sister, Tenita, who was 4 years old at the time, notes that it was the last time she saw Sabrina alive. Detectives are eager to solve this case by any means necessary, but will this stance benefit Sabrina’s family or torpedo the case?For a list of sources from today's episode and pictures, please visit www.itsthemysteryforme.com/episodes/sabrina-buieAttorney Benjamin Crump's Instagram post ...

Transcribed - Published: 4 April 2023

Cherice Ragins, 24, planned to spend the weekend with her boyfriend Travis like she had many times before. But when her mother didn’t hear from Cherice on the night of February 19, 2010, and the days that followed, she became extremely worried. It was not like Cherice to not check in with her mother, Clariese. When she later learns that Cherice did in fact spend the weekend with Travis at his parent’s house, she feels somewhat relieved. But that relief was short lived when Travis could not ac...

Transcribed - Published: 29 March 2023

In the summer of 2013, Danielle Locklear moved to North Carolina to live with her grandparents and her aunt, while her mom dealt with a painful divorce. Danielle was excited to have a distraction from that -- and in came in the form of a new love interest: Je'Michael. It wouldn’t take long for Danielle, 15, to get acclimated to North Carolina —she got straight A’s and made lots of friends. All was going well until one night in 2014 when Danielle left her house to return a book to...

Transcribed - Published: 21 March 2023

Ayesha Turner was a young mother of two—a 5-year-old and 12-year-old. Ayesha had graduated Everest College as a medical assistant and was starting to get her life in order. But on the evening of October 5, 2012, Ayesha would leave the home she shared with her mother and kids and never return. Ayesha’s mother stated that this was out of character for her daughter and reported her missing immediately. The weeks that followed would bring forth a series of third-party statements sending det...

Transcribed - Published: 7 March 2023

In 2014, Felecia Williams was just a 9-year-old in the third grade. Like most children her age, Felecia was inquisitive yet naive. The second youngest of six girls, Felecia developed a close relationship with her neighbor and family friend, Eboni Wiley. But this close bond would be forever broken by the events that transpired on May 16, 2014. Felecia was missing and Eboni could not account for the child's whereabouts, leaving Felecia's family and investigators baffled. So, did Eboni possibly ...

Transcribed - Published: 14 February 2023

In Part 1, we leave off with the "conclusion" of Marshall Jr.'s case. However, at that point in time (1996), Michelle Soto's case was still unsolved. In Part 2, we continue to unravel this story, introduce Deborah and try to make sense of the "pattern" between the murders. For a list of sources from today's episode and pictures, please visit www.itsthemysteryforme.com/episodes/michellesotoOur Social Media: www.itsthemysteryforme.com/links

Transcribed - Published: 8 February 2023

Michelle Soto is a devoted mother and beloved teacher. Her murder in the Summer of 1995 leaves the community in shock. A local reporter, Renee Ferguson, is tapped to look into her case and soon discovers that there may be a common link in Michelle’s case and the cases of other people, like Marshall Jr. Looking into this case starts to unravel something bigger than Renee could imagine. In Part 1, law enforcement is confronted with Renee’s findings. But will they i...

Transcribed - Published: 7 February 2023

Alicia Ray, 20, was just beginning to embark on her future. She jumped at the opportunity of independence by moving back home to Sacramento, California. But instead of living with family as she had done all of her life, Alicia decided to move in with her high school friend. Although Alicia’s mom was supporting her financially, she was determined to make it on her own. Almost immediately, Alicia started to job hunt. In just three short weeks, Alicia’s job search would come to an end. So, did s...

Transcribed - Published: 31 January 2023

Denita Smith, 25, was looking forward to her future: a fellowship at NYT, a wedding to her partner of 6 years and all the other accolades that come with being in your 20s. When that all comes crashing down, detectives are stuck with a funky puzzle to decipher. Who killed Denita?For a list of sources from today's episode and pictures, please visit www.itsthemysteryforme.com/episodes/denitaOur Social Media: www.itsthemysteryforme.com/links

Transcribed - Published: 17 January 2023

Summary: Sarah Washington, a 25 year old aspiring model, had just signed with a modeling agency. It was a dream come true for Sarah, who once struggled with her self-confidence. She was praised by her family and friends not only for her success, but also for her overall kindness and unwavering faith. It was no surprise that Sarah seemed to attract really great things into her life. At least that appeared to be the case until one fateful day in June 2014. What happened next w...

Transcribed - Published: 3 January 2023

Cateresa Matthews, 14, is a typical eighth grader: she spends time with her friends and is involved in extracurricular activities at school. In November 1991, Cateresa is on her way home from her Grandmother's house and encounters an evil presence or several... This case has so many twists and turns and leaves you wondering about the meaning of justice.For a list of sources from today's episode and pictures, please visit www.itsthemysteryforme.com/episodes/cateresaOur Socia...

Transcribed - Published: 20 December 2022

Jacklyn Miller, 21, a talented hairdresser and recent graduate of New Wave Hair Academy in Tennessee, suddenly goes missing in November 2010. Her customers are left wondering when they should reschedule their hair appointments. But at home, her family, friends, and boyfriend are desperately trying to get in contact with Jackie. They are adamant that someone knows about Jackie’s whereabouts. Could a series of anonymous calls to Crime Stoppers crack Jackie’s case? For a list of sources fro...

Transcribed - Published: 13 December 2022

This case is just another example of the evil that exists in this world. It's June 1995 and Nacole, 14, is wrapping up 8th grade. She is beyond excited to join her sister at the local high school. Nacole, a straight A-student, panics when she realizes that she forgot her project at home. Even though she 's almost at school, she turns back and makes a beeline back to her house to get the project. Unfortunately, she never made it to pick up the project.In the same ...

Transcribed - Published: 6 December 2022

The year is 2006. Avis Banks, a 27 year-old mom-to-be and fiancé, was looking forward to what the next few months had in store for her. Avis, who was only 5 months pregnant in November 2006, had just moved into a new house in Mississippi with her fiancé, Keyon. Avis was living a fairytale life and was in the midst of planning a fairytale wedding, which was set for early 2007. It all seemed so promising until hints of a double life sends this picture perfect family crashing down. For a li...

Transcribed - Published: 29 November 2022

On the morning of Thursday, December 6, 1984, 14 year old, Gloria Pointer, was getting ready for a school ceremony that was being held in her honor — to celebrate her perfect attendance record. Ironically, Gloria’s perfect attendance record was about to be unexpectedly tainted by something more sinister.For a list of sources from today's episode and pictures, please visit www.itsthemysteryforme.com/episodes/gloriapointerOur Social Media: www.itsthemysteryforme.com/links

Transcribed - Published: 22 November 2022

On September 18, 2007, Nailah Franklin, a young charismatic pharmaceutical rep suddenly went missing from her hometown of Chicago, Illinois. To her family, friends, and boyfriend, this was out of character for her. But threatening voicemails and email threads would reveal a web of lies and terror. Someone wanted Nailah dead and she let her friend know that if anything happened to her "that person" did it. For a list of sources from today's episode and pictures, please visit www.itsthemys...

Transcribed - Published: 16 November 2022

During the fall semester of her junior year, Victoria Carter saw a flyer for a particular Divine Nine sorority. Victoria was eager to learn more about the prestigious sorority and set a goal to ultimately becoming a member. Victoria was ecstatic when she found out that she was picked to be a part of the Fall 2010 pledge class of said sorority. That excitement began to fade when she quickly realized that the process was both grueling and inhumane. But how bad could it g...

Transcribed - Published: 8 November 2022