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212. “90 Percent Lie” - The Case of Mandey Noe - Weakley County, Tennessee [UPDATED] Jul 10, 2025

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A missing person's report, a strange story, and a rented tractor. On February 2nd of 2022, 36-year-old Jessica Thompson walked into the Weakley County Sheriff’s Office to report her 38-year-old niece, Mandey Noe, missing. From the very beginning, Jessica’s story seemed suspicious. When deputies realized they already had her husband, 45-year-old, Christopher Thompson in custody on unrelated domestic violence charges, they pulled him out of his cell to talk. Jessica’s story about Mandey’s disappearance completely unraveled. Least of These on Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/leastofthesepodcast/LeastofThese Discussion Group: https://m.facebook.com/groups/288046119723080/?ref=pages_profile_groups_tab&paipv=1 Least of These on Instagram: www.instagram.com/least_ofthese/ Support the show and get your episodes ad free at: https://www.patreon.com/leastofthesepodcast SOURCES: Christopher, Jessica Thompson Charged In Mandy Noe Murder Homicide of 32-year-old woman under investigation - WBBJ TV Tenn. Couple Hid Niece's Murder by Burying Her, Reporting Her Missing Weakley County couple charged with murder after family member's body discovered on property | News | WPSD Local 6 https://www.dresdenenterprise.com/stories/murder-charge-nets-8-year-sentence,14963 Weakley County Sheriff's Office investigates homicide - WBBJ TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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You Should Be Here - Or No - Natalie Ryan-Fraser - Denver, Colorado Jul 03, 2025

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I'm still on break but here's a very special episode of Season Two of You Should Be Here: Or No, a podcaster's give back collaboration, hosted by me, Leah Dee!

Natalie Ryan-Fraser was 55 years old when she was murdered at the hands of man who claimed to love her.
This is a Podcaster’s Give Back collaboration. All podcasters have donated their time and research to help advocate for victims of domestic violence. And we are raising money to give back to nonprofits which are standing against domestic violence. If you or someone you love is a victim of violence, please contact the domestic violence hotline at 1800-799-7233 To donate, please visit buymeacoffee.com/youshouldbehere.

You are wanted.

You are needed.

And you deserve a SAFE love. Be sure to join me at You Should Be Here for Season Three; Death Not Yet, a season dedicated to survivors. All episodes releasing this 4th of July.

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SOURCES
https://cdispatch.com/news/20-years-in-prison-for-scottish-man-in-wifes-death/
Press and Journalhttps://www.pressandjournal.co.ukBryan Rutherford: We'll have no women left if men keep getting away with murder
Press and Journalhttps://www.pressandjournal.co.ukMintlaw wife killer's appeal delayed by US court 'backlog'
Daily Mailhttps://www.dailymail.co.ukScottish man goes on trial in the US accused of shooting dead his wheelchair-bound wife ...
WCBI TVhttps://www.wcbi.comProsecution continues to lay out its case in Lowndes County murder trial
The Timeshttps://www.thetimes.comScot accused of wife's murder in US
The Timeshttps://www.thetimes.comMan appeals against conviction for shooting dead his paralysed wife
WCBI TVhttps://www.wcbi.comTestimony continues in Lowndes County murder trial
Aberdeen Livehttps://www.aberdeenlive.newsAberdeenshire man jailed for 20 years after being found guilty of shooting ...
www.asurampage.comhttps://www.asurampage.comRemembering a Ram: Dr. Natalie Ryan | Obituaries
San Angelo LIVE!https://www.sanangelolive.comKiller of Beloved Angelo State Professor Sentenced
The Scottish Sunhttps://www.thescottishsun.co.ukScot on trial for murdering wife in US 'claimed to brother she'd shot herself'

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UNSOLVED: Emily Pike - MMIW - with Crime with Holly Jun 19, 2025

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In January 2025, 14-year-old Emily Pike snuck out of her group home in Mesa, Arizona. She was never seen alive again. Nearly three weeks later her dismembered body would be found 100 miles away near Globe, Arizona.

What happened to Emily Pike and who could do this to such a sweet young girl?

Listen to her story now!

If you or anyone you know has information contact the Gila County Sheriffs Office at 928-200-2352.

You can also reach the Bureau of Indian Affairs Special Agent at 505-917-7830 or the San Carlos Apache Tribal Police Detective at 928-475-1755.

Interview with the group home manager: https://www.azfamily.com/2025/03/12/exclusive-manager-emily-pikes-group-home-responds-questions-regarding-teens-murder/

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211. “Our Girl” - The Case of Wilma June Nissen - Lyon County, Iowa Jun 12, 2025

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A single fingerprint, a daughter’s search, and “Sugar”.

In October of 1978 a telephone crew working in Rock Rapids, Iowa discovered the body of an unidentified young woman.

Twenty-seven years after her murder, a single fingerprint led to her identification. She was 23-year-old Wilma June Nissen.

Just before her death, Wilma had abruptly moved to Atlanta, Georgia, so how had she ended up murdered in Iowa?

If you have any information about the murder of Wilma June Nissen or “Sugar” or “Peaches”, contact Detective Amy Stoner at the Lyon County Sheriff’s office at 712-472-8326 or email amy.stoner@lyoncountyia.com

If you suspect someone is a victim of human trafficking call the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888 or by visiting humantraffickinghotline.org

Learn more about Krissi’s petition: https://www.change.org/Justice4Wilma_June_Nissen

SOURCES:

https://www.dakotanewsnow.com/2025/05/08/missing-murdered-who-killed-wilma-june-nissen-1978/

https://seasonofjustice.org/featured/wilma-june-nissen/

https://youtu.be/u7SIelmPDKw?si=Q4IPIpRcTzRJ2HuM

Wilma June Nissen — AdvocacyCon

Foster parents, sheriff pay respects to Wilma Nissen - The Globe | News, weather, sports from Worthington, Minnesota

Wilma Nissen - Project: Cold Case

Woman's body finally identified - The Globe | News, weather, sports from Worthington, Minnesota

New lead for Lyon County cold case | News | nwestiowa.com

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210. "A Perfect Storm" - The Case of Lisa Au - Oahu, Hawaii [Part 2 of 2] Jun 05, 2025

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Two failed polygraphs, recovered evidence, and a four-decade long investigation.

As the investigation into the murder of 19-year-old Lisa Au continued, the “second suspect” garners suspicion.

Evidence is recovered that challenges the initial theory that Lisa was murdered by a police officer… or someone posing as one.

Was that recovered evidence an indication of a police coverup?

If you have any information about the murder of Lisa Au, please contact the Honolulu Police Department at (808) 723-3609.

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SOURCES:

Mystery Remains Decades After Hawaii Teen Lisa Au Was Found Dead In 1982 | Investigation Discovery

37 years ago, her murder gripped Oahu. But from the start, the investigation went astray

Lisa Au murder in Oahu, Hawaii still haunts Honolulu Police Department

Woman's murder remains one of Hawaii's biggest unsolved mysteries

https://youtu.be/UqYncYPwMOg

Original Reporting at: Lisa Au - Search - Newspapers.com™

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209. "A Perfect Storm" - The Case of Lisa Au - Oahu, Hawaii [Part 1 of 2] May 29, 2025

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Blue lights, torrential rains, and a dry purse.

On January 20th, 1982, 19-year-old Lisa Au finished her shift at the salon and met her boyfriend for dinner.

After dinner, the couple went their separate ways, but Lisa never made it back home that night.

Ten days later her body was found discarded in a roadside ravine.

The entire island was struck with fear when rumors began to swirl that a police officer could have been responsible for Lisa's murder.

But was that the truth?

If you have any information about the murder of Lisa Au, please contact the Honolulu Police Department at (808) 723-3609.

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208. "The Associate" - The Disappearance of Nihar Mehta - Orange, California May 22, 2025

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A business associate, an abandoned car, and a warehouse.

On June 3rd of 2022, 22-year-old Nihar Mehta vanished from Orange, California. He was last seen at a warehouse he was leasing with his business associate, Manuel "Manny" Chavez Zamudio.

When investigators spoke to Zamudio, his story left them with more questions than answers.

Where is Nihar Mehta?

If you have any information regarding the disappearance of Nihar Mehta or the whereabouts of Manuel Chavez Zamudio, please contact the Orange Police Department at 714-744-7377 or visit Missing in Orange County California

There is a $10,000 reward for credible information.

SOURCES:

Missing in Orange County California

Nihar Mehta missing: Family of man last seen in Orange offers $10,000 reward nearly 2 years after disappearance - ABC7 Los Angeles

‘I just need help’: Mother pleads with public after son’s mysterious disappearance in Orange County | KTLA

Nihar Mehta | State of California - Department of Justice - Office of the Attorney General

https://ktla.com/news/local-news/i-just-need-help-mother-pleads-with-public-after-sons-mysterious-disappearance-in-orange-county/

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206. “The Postcard” - The Case of Maryann Bagenstose - Lancaster, Pennsylvania May 08, 2025

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A postcard, handwriting analysis, and a hole in the garage floor.

In June of 1984 25-year-old Maryann Bagenstose vanished from her home in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania.

For nearly four decades her case remained unsolved. Her estranged husband, Jere Bagenstose remained the chief suspect in her disappearance.

Forty-years after her disappearance, now 70-year-old Jere stood trial for her murder.

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Charges Filed in Killing of Maryann Bagenstose in 1984 | Lancaster County District Attorney's Office

Sourced via CRIMEWATCH®: https://lancaster.crimewatchpa.com/da/11617/post/commonwealth-secures-guilty-verdict-jere-bagenstose-1984-murder-wife-following-jury-trial

Sentencing set for Jere Bagenstose in 1984 killing of estranged wife | News | lancasteronline.com

Bagenstose Trial: former boyfriend & daycare workers testify

Jury finds Lancaster County man guilty of voluntary manslaughter in death of wife decades ago

Judge rules key piece of evidence in Bagenstose homicide case inadmissible, refuses to dismiss case | Local News | lancasteronline.com

Jury begins deliberations in Jere Bagenstose homicide trial [update] | Local News | lancasteronline.com

Jere Bagenstose convicted of killing wife Maryann Bagenstose in 1984 [full coverage]

Coverage of the 1984 disappearance of Mary Ann Bagenstose [From the archives] | Local News | lancasteronline.com

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205. "I'll Go Back to Prison" - The Case of Mary Schaivone - Naples, Florida May 01, 2025

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A phone call, a housekeeper, and a crackpipe.

On May 17th, 2023, 34-year-old Anthony Corrado called his grandparent's housekeeper and told her he needed help cleaning up a mess at the home.

When the housekeeper arrived, she stumbled into a horrific scene. 82-year-old, Mary Schaivone had been brutally murdered.

As the housekeeper went for help, 74-year-old, Tony Schaivone arrived home.

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204. “Haunted House” - The Case of Rhonda “Chantay” Blankinship - Brownwood, Texas Apr 24, 2025

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An evening walk, a phenotype report, and a public confession.

On May 13th, 2016, 25-year-old Chantay Blankinship, went for a walk around her North Lake neighborhood as she did all the time.

But this time Chantay didn’t make it back home.

Two days later, she was found murdered at an abandoned farmhouse. Despite the fact that the killer had left behind DNA, for nearly two years Chantay’s case remained unsolved.

But 18 months to the day Chantay’s body was found, a man walked into a church and confessed it all.

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SOURCES:

Murder of Rhonda “Chantay” Blankinship -- Parabon Snapshot Case Summary

https://www.tdcaa.com/journal/snapshot-of-a-killer/

https://ktxs.com/news/local/property-linked-to-chantay-blankinships-murder-demolished-to-restore-peace-to-community

Austin-American Statesman

DNA Phenotyping Unmasks Golden State Killer -

Chilling 7-word confession cracks Chantay Blankinship case as killer admits to cellar murder in front of entire church | The US Sun