Mystery Stories Daily

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Vanished Cases — true crime stories for listeners whoWhat truth can remain hidden even when all the clues seem to be there? Mystery Stories Daily explores puzzling cases and unexplained events that invite you to look beyond the obvious. Each story begins with a question that refuses to disappear. We follow the details that make a mystery worth examining and bring you closer to the uncertainty surrounding each case. As you listen with us, you can test your own theories while the story reveals how easily one missing piece can change everything. We publish new episodes daily so you always have another mystery waiting to be examined. Returning each day gives you a new chance to follow the evidence and see whether the answer becomes clearer or only raises a more difficult question. Some mysteries survive because nobody has looked closely enough. Others remain because the truth is harder to recognize than expected, and with us you may discover how much can stay hidden in plain sight. can't let go of a case. A true crime podcast by OBOMEDIA, built on real events. Open the crime files with us. Each episode follows the crime investigation from the first call to the trial — how investigators build a murder case, where a police investigation goes cold, and what justice looks like when it arrives late, or never arrives at all. Some episodes hunt a serial killer who hid in plain sight. Others reconstruct a family murder that tore a town apart, or a murder mystery that turned neighbors against each other. And then there are the missing: a missing person report filed too late; missing persons whose trails went cold within days; a missing woman last seen leaving work; a missing girl whose face was on every screen in the country; a missing man found dead years after he vanished; the missing and murdered whose names deserve to be remembered. We tell every crime story with respect for the victim, for the families, and for those who survived. From the infamous case the whole world watched to the unsolved case you have never heard of, from classic true crime to dark true crime and disturbing true crime, our true crime reports bring you real crime stories, real murder cases, true murder stories and unsolved mysteries — one true crime case at a time, straight from the OBOMEDIA true crime vault. Because if a killer is still out there, the story is not over. Every true crime story in our archive begins with a question no one could answer: an unsolved murder, a cold case reopened decades later, a mysterious death the coroner couldn't explain, a disappearance that never made sense. New episodes every week. Listen ad-free and unlock premium episodes: 14-day free trial at obomedia.com. © 2026 Created with OBOMEDIA technology. All rights reserved.

  1. Nov 1

    The 12-Day Prison War Ended by Fruit Cocktail.

    The 12-Day Prison War Ended by Fruit Cocktail. On November 23, 1987, a federal prison employee arrived at work to an unsettling silence, followed by smoke, seized guards, and missing keys. What unfolded was a twelve-day siege involving 400 FBI SWAT operators at a burning fortress, yet not a single hostage lost their life. How did a fruit cocktail become the unlikely force that broke this standoff? In this episode, we delve into the seven years of legal limbo for Cuban detainees that led to the Atlanta Federal Penitentiary riot. We explore the fragile trust between inmates and staff, the repatriation treaty that ignited the crisis, and the organized violence that erupted, leaving a crucial question unanswered: who was truly in control? Event: Atlanta Federal Penitentiary Riot Date: November 23, 1987 Location: Federal Penitentiary, Atlanta, Georgia Duration: 12 days Outcome: No hostage deaths - Over 120,000 Cubans migrated to the U.S. in 1980. - Approximately 2,700 Cuban individuals were classified as excludable by U.S. authorities. - Around 100 Cuban detainees were housed at the Federal Penitentiary in Atlanta. - The U.S. Department of State signed a repatriation treaty with Cuba on November 20, 1987. - 28 guards were taken hostage at Oakdale facility within hours of the treaty news. To listen ad-free and access premium episodes, start your 30-day free trial at obomedia.com OBOMEDIA presents true crime storiesa true crime podcast built on real cases. Every true crime story in our crime files follows the crime investigation from the missing person report to the trial: investigators and police building a murder case, a police investigation gone cold, justice for the victim and those who survived. We open the unsolved murder, the cold case reopened decades later, the mysterious death, the disappearance, the serial killer, the family murder, the murder mystery; the missing persons  a missing woman, a missing girl, a missing man found dead and the missing and murdered. From the infamous case to the unsolved case, from classic true crime to dark true crime and disturbing true crime: true crime reports, real crime stories, real murder cases, true murder stories and unsolved mysteries one true crime case at a time, from the OBOMEDIA true crime vault. © 2026 Created with OBOMEDIA technology. All rights reserved. This episode and its content (audio, text and related materials) are the property of their respective creator and are distributed under the OBOMEDIA name on platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music and Pocket Casts. Reproduction, distribution, editing or commercial use, in whole or in part, without prior written permission is prohibited. For permissions, licensing and business inquirie

  2. 1d ago

    The Friend, The Foreclosure, The Fire.

    The Friend, The Foreclosure, The Fire. A woman's trusted financial advisor became her murderer, systematically draining her accounts for three years before a foreclosure notice triggered a fatal confrontation. How did a close friendship turn into a calculated plot to erase a life and cover up a financial crime? In this episode, we unravel the meticulous betrayal of Virginia Bailey by her friend Christine Lloyd, detailing the financial deception, the violent act, and the chilling attempts to maintain the illusion of Virginia's life after her death. We explore the evidence that exposed a pattern of calculated actions, not impulsive ones. Case: Virginia Bailey Murder Date of Fire: June 25, 1994 Location: Berkeley, California Victim: Virginia Bailey Perpetrator: Christine Lloyd - Virginia Bailey's body was found face down in her second-story dining room. - Fire investigators confirmed the blaze was deliberately set as a cover-up. - Christine Lloyd, Virginia's financial advisor, had complete access to her accounts. - Prosecutors estimated Christine drained Virginia's accounts for approximately three years. - A foreclosure notice arrived on June 13, 1994, triggering a 3-minute, 30-second call between Virginia and Christine. To listen ad-free and access premium episodes, start your 30-day free trial at obomedia.com OBOMEDIA presents true crime storiesa true crime podcast built on real cases. Every true crime story in our crime files follows the crime investigation from the missing person report to the trial: investigators and police building a murder case, a police investigation gone cold, justice for the victim and those who survived. We open the unsolved murder, the cold case reopened decades later, the mysterious death, the disappearance, the serial killer, the family murder, the murder mystery; the missing persons  a missing woman, a missing girl, a missing man found dead and the missing and murdered. From the infamous case to the unsolved case, from classic true crime to dark true crime and disturbing true crime: true crime reports, real crime stories, real murder cases, true murder stories and unsolved mysteries one true crime case at a time, from the OBOMEDIA true crime vault. © 2026 Created with OBOMEDIA technology. All rights reserved. This episode and its content (audio, text and related materials) are the property of their respective creator and are distributed under the OBOMEDIA name on platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music and Pocket Casts. Reproduction, distribution, editing or commercial use, in whole or in part, without prior written permission is prohibited. For permissions, licensing and business inquirie

  3. 2d ago

    The Phineas Priesthood: When Holy War Came to Spokane

    The Phineas Priesthood: When Holy War Came to Spokane A white van exploded behind a newspaper building, and fifteen minutes later, a bank was robbed at gunpoint in the same city. These were not random acts, but a coordinated operation by men who believed they were soldiers in a holy war. How did a domestic terrorist organization carry out bombings and armed robberies in a mid-sized American city, almost unnoticed? In this episode, we delve into the Spokane cell of the Phineas Priesthood, a group that combined extremist ideology with tactical training. We explore their precise planning, symbolic targets, and the question of who these men were and how long they had been preparing. Case: The Phineas Priesthood Spokane Cell Date: April 1, 1996 Location: Spokane, Washington Crimes: Bombings, Armed Robbery Amount Stolen: Nine thousand dollars - A white van exploded behind The Spokesman-Review newspaper building at 2:30 PM. - Fifteen minutes later, a US Bank branch was robbed at gunpoint. - The bank robbery lasted under two minutes, with two masked men taking $9,000. - The Phineas Priesthood ideology targets interracial relationships, abortion providers, Jewish institutions, and the press. - The Spokane cell included Charles Barbie, Robert Berry, Ver Merell, and Brian Ratigan. To listen ad-free and access premium episodes, start your 30-day free trial at obomedia.com OBOMEDIA presents true crime storiesa true crime podcast built on real cases. Every true crime story in our crime files follows the crime investigation from the missing person report to the trial: investigators and police building a murder case, a police investigation gone cold, justice for the victim and those who survived. We open the unsolved murder, the cold case reopened decades later, the mysterious death, the disappearance, the serial killer, the family murder, the murder mystery; the missing persons  a missing woman, a missing girl, a missing man found dead and the missing and murdered. From the infamous case to the unsolved case, from classic true crime to dark true crime and disturbing true crime: true crime reports, real crime stories, real murder cases, true murder stories and unsolved mysteries one true crime case at a time, from the OBOMEDIA true crime vault. © 2026 Created with OBOMEDIA technology. All rights reserved. This episode and its content (audio, text and related materials) are the property of their respective creator and are distributed under the OBOMEDIA name on platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music and Pocket Casts. Reproduction, distribution, editing or commercial use, in whole or in part, without prior written permission is prohibited. For permissions, licensing and business inquirie

  4. 3d ago

    He Knocked. She Knew Him. Then The Stun Gun.

    He Knocked. She Knew Him. Then The Stun Gun. An ordinary spring morning in Indiana turned into a nightmare when a 21-year-old woman let someone she recognized into her home. Eight days later, she was found alive, locked in a metal cabinet in a different state. What crucial detail was overlooked that could have stopped her abductor sooner? In this episode, we delve into the abduction of Anita Walridge, the chilling details of her disappearance, and the critical clues that eventually led investigators to her. How did a simple request for water escalate into a cross-state abduction? Case: Anita Walridge Abduction Date: Spring 1998 Location: Howard County, Indiana Victim: Anita Walridge, 21 Abductor: Victor Steel, 41 - Anita Walridge was found alive eight days after her abduction. - Victor Steel had a prior conviction for rape. - Anita's glasses and contact lenses were left behind, indicating she didn't leave voluntarily. - Blood was found on the kitchen floor and table, complicating the investigation. - A ball of electrical tape with hair fibers consistent with Anita's was found in the garage. To listen ad-free and access premium episodes, start your 30-day free trial at obomedia.com OBOMEDIA presents true crime storiesa true crime podcast built on real cases. Every true crime story in our crime files follows the crime investigation from the missing person report to the trial: investigators and police building a murder case, a police investigation gone cold, justice for the victim and those who survived. We open the unsolved murder, the cold case reopened decades later, the mysterious death, the disappearance, the serial killer, the family murder, the murder mystery; the missing persons  a missing woman, a missing girl, a missing man found dead and the missing and murdered. From the infamous case to the unsolved case, from classic true crime to dark true crime and disturbing true crime: true crime reports, real crime stories, real murder cases, true murder stories and unsolved mysteries one true crime case at a time, from the OBOMEDIA true crime vault. © 2026 Created with OBOMEDIA technology. All rights reserved. This episode and its content (audio, text and related materials) are the property of their respective creator and are distributed under the OBOMEDIA name on platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music and Pocket Casts. Reproduction, distribution, editing or commercial use, in whole or in part, without prior written permission is prohibited. For permissions, licensing and business inquirie

  5. 4d ago

    Brothers Pull Over an Armored Truck and Vanish Two Guards

    Brothers Pull Over an Armored Truck and Vanish Two Guards An armored truck was found abandoned in the Arizona scrubland, doors locked from the outside, radio still broadcasting, and a shotgun untouched. Two guards and nearly $300,000 in cash were gone, leaving behind a scene of violence inside the vehicle. What happened on that remote stretch of Interstate 17? In this episode, we delve into one of Arizona's most carefully planned and violently executed armored truck heists, examining the meticulous preparations of the perpetrators and the baffling disappearance of the guards. How did a minor mechanical delay become a critical factor in a crime years in the making? Case: Armored Truck Heist Date: May 24, 1977 Location: Interstate 17, north of Phoenix, Arizona Guards: Cecil Newkerk, Russell Demsy Missing Cash: $293,000 - The armored truck was found near Bumblebee, Arizona, 80 kilometers north of Phoenix. - The truck's side door had a mechanical fault, causing a one-hour delay before departure. - Blood spatter was found on the carpet and coin bags inside the vehicle. - Two sets of tire tracks indicated a second vehicle was present at the scene. - The FBI assigned Special Agents Steven Shenet and Frank Mauri to the case. To listen ad-free and access premium episodes, start your 30-day free trial at obomedia.com OBOMEDIA presents true crime storiesa true crime podcast built on real cases. Every true crime story in our crime files follows the crime investigation from the missing person report to the trial: investigators and police building a murder case, a police investigation gone cold, justice for the victim and those who survived. We open the unsolved murder, the cold case reopened decades later, the mysterious death, the disappearance, the serial killer, the family murder, the murder mystery; the missing persons  a missing woman, a missing girl, a missing man found dead and the missing and murdered. From the infamous case to the unsolved case, from classic true crime to dark true crime and disturbing true crime: true crime reports, real crime stories, real murder cases, true murder stories and unsolved mysteries one true crime case at a time, from the OBOMEDIA true crime vault. © 2026 Created with OBOMEDIA technology. All rights reserved. This episode and its content (audio, text and related materials) are the property of their respective creator and are distributed under the OBOMEDIA name on platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music and Pocket Casts. Reproduction, distribution, editing or commercial use, in whole or in part, without prior written permission is prohibited. For permissions, licensing and business inquirie

  6. 5d ago

    Prisoner Slips His Cuffs and Kills the Deputy Escorting Him

    Prisoner Slips His Cuffs and Kills the Deputy Escorting Him On July 20, 1992, a man in handcuffs made a decision inside a courthouse elevator that would lead to three deaths before the doors reopened. Jeffre Ericson, who had evaded federal pursuit for two years after a series of bank robberies, refused to be convicted. What led to this deadly escape, and how did he manage to outsmart law enforcement for so long? In this episode, we explore the meticulous planning behind Ericson's bank robberies across Chicago suburbs, his use of stolen vehicles, and a police radio scanner to anticipate law enforcement responses. We also uncover the FBI's tactical countermeasure that finally gave them an advantage, and the tragic cost of Ericson's determination to avoid conviction. Case: Bank Robberies and Escape Date: March 5, 1990 - July 20, 1992 Location: Chicago suburbs, Illinois Victim: Deputy United States Marshal Bill Frakes Weapon: Semiautomatic pistol - Jeffre Ericson robbed banks for two years across Chicago suburbs. - He used stolen vehicles, concealing ignition damage with a paper towel. - Ericson carried a police radio scanner to monitor law enforcement frequencies. - The FBI used a coded radio system to counter his scanner. - Deputy United States Marshal Bill Frakes was killed during Ericson's escape. To listen ad-free and access premium episodes, start your 30-day free trial at obomedia.com OBOMEDIA presents true crime storiesa true crime podcast built on real cases. Every true crime story in our crime files follows the crime investigation from the missing person report to the trial: investigators and police building a murder case, a police investigation gone cold, justice for the victim and those who survived. We open the unsolved murder, the cold case reopened decades later, the mysterious death, the disappearance, the serial killer, the family murder, the murder mystery; the missing persons  a missing woman, a missing girl, a missing man found dead and the missing and murdered. From the infamous case to the unsolved case, from classic true crime to dark true crime and disturbing true crime: true crime reports, real crime stories, real murder cases, true murder stories and unsolved mysteries one true crime case at a time, from the OBOMEDIA true crime vault. © 2026 Created with OBOMEDIA technology. All rights reserved. This episode and its content (audio, text and related materials) are the property of their respective creator and are distributed under the OBOMEDIA name on platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music and Pocket Casts. Reproduction, distribution, editing or commercial use, in whole or in part, without prior written permission is prohibited. For permissions, licensing and business inquirie

  7. 6d ago

    The Toys Left Behind in Montana's Darkness

    The Toys Left Behind in Montana's Darkness At 4 AM on June 24, 1973, thirteen-year-old Heider Jeger reached for her seven-year-old sister, Susy, and found only an empty sleeping bag and a deliberate cut in their tent. Outside, Susy's stuffed animals lay in a row on the wet grass, a chilling detail that marked the beginning of one of Gallatin County's most disturbing criminal investigations. What happened to Susy Jeger, and who was the man who had been planning this night since at least 1967? In this episode, we delve into the methodical investigation of Susy Jeger's kidnapping, exploring the remote Montana setting, the family's tragic vacation, and the shocking confession that answered how, but left a permanent wound. We uncover the hidden connections to an unsolved murder five years earlier at the same campsite and the killer hiding in plain sight. Date: June 24, 1973 Location: Head Waters State Park, Gallatin County, Montana Victim: Susy Jeger, 7 years old Investigating Agencies: Gallatin County Sheriff's Office, FBI Suspect: David Masterson - Heider Jeger, 13, found a clean, deliberate cut in the tent fabric. - Susy Jeger's stuffed animals were found arranged outside the tent. - The Jeger family was on vacation from Michigan. - Footprints led from the tent to the parking area, ending where pavement began. - Head Waters State Park was the scene of an unsolved murder in 1968. To listen ad-free and access premium episodes, start your 30-day free trial at obomedia.com OBOMEDIA presents true crime storiesa true crime podcast built on real cases. Every true crime story in our crime files follows the crime investigation from the missing person report to the trial: investigators and police building a murder case, a police investigation gone cold, justice for the victim and those who survived. We open the unsolved murder, the cold case reopened decades later, the mysterious death, the disappearance, the serial killer, the family murder, the murder mystery; the missing persons  a missing woman, a missing girl, a missing man found dead and the missing and murdered. From the infamous case to the unsolved case, from classic true crime to dark true crime and disturbing true crime: true crime reports, real crime stories, real murder cases, true murder stories and unsolved mysteries one true crime case at a time, from the OBOMEDIA true crime vault. © 2026 Created with OBOMEDIA technology. All rights reserved. This episode and its content (audio, text and related materials) are the property of their respective creator and are distributed under the OBOMEDIA name on platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music and Pocket Casts. Reproduction, distribution, editing or commercial use, in whole or in part, without prior written permission is prohibited. For permissions, licensing and business inquirie

  8. Oct 25

    The Untouched Till: Who Killed the Baristas?

    The Untouched Till: Who Killed the Baristas? Three baristas were found dead in a Georgetown café, the cash drawers untouched, nothing stolen, and the doors locked from the outside. What happened in the 90 minutes between closing and the discovery of the bodies? In this episode, we analyze the baffling details of a triple homicide where two different firearms were used, yet nothing was taken from the scene. How could such a violent crime occur without anyone noticing on a busy M Street? Date: July 9, 1997 Location: Georgetown, Washington D.C. Victims: Katie Mahony, Aaron David Goodridge, Emory Allen Evans Evidence: Six .380 caliber casings, four .380 caliber bullets, one .38 caliber bullet Status: Unresolved - Three employees were found dead at 5:15 AM, July 9, 1997. - The cash registers were untouched, and the safe showed no signs of forced entry. - A sales receipt confirmed a coffee purchase at 8:40 PM, 40 minutes after closing. - Two different caliber weapons, a .380 semi-automatic and a .38 revolver, were fired. - A footprint on the front door did not match any of the victims or the supervisor. To listen ad-free and access premium episodes, start your 30-day free trial at obomedia.com OBOMEDIA presents true crime storiesa true crime podcast built on real cases. Every true crime story in our crime files follows the crime investigation from the missing person report to the trial: investigators and police building a murder case, a police investigation gone cold, justice for the victim and those who survived. We open the unsolved murder, the cold case reopened decades later, the mysterious death, the disappearance, the serial killer, the family murder, the murder mystery; the missing persons  a missing woman, a missing girl, a missing man found dead and the missing and murdered. From the infamous case to the unsolved case, from classic true crime to dark true crime and disturbing true crime: true crime reports, real crime stories, real murder cases, true murder stories and unsolved mysteries one true crime case at a time, from the OBOMEDIA true crime vault. © 2026 Created with OBOMEDIA technology. All rights reserved. This episode and its content (audio, text and related materials) are the property of their respective creator and are distributed under the OBOMEDIA name on platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music and Pocket Casts. Reproduction, distribution, editing or commercial use, in whole or in part, without prior written permission is prohibited. For permissions, licensing and business inquirie

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Vanished Cases — true crime stories for listeners whoWhat truth can remain hidden even when all the clues seem to be there? Mystery Stories Daily explores puzzling cases and unexplained events that invite you to look beyond the obvious. Each story begins with a question that refuses to disappear. We follow the details that make a mystery worth examining and bring you closer to the uncertainty surrounding each case. As you listen with us, you can test your own theories while the story reveals how easily one missing piece can change everything. We publish new episodes daily so you always have another mystery waiting to be examined. Returning each day gives you a new chance to follow the evidence and see whether the answer becomes clearer or only raises a more difficult question. Some mysteries survive because nobody has looked closely enough. Others remain because the truth is harder to recognize than expected, and with us you may discover how much can stay hidden in plain sight. can't let go of a case. A true crime podcast by OBOMEDIA, built on real events. Open the crime files with us. Each episode follows the crime investigation from the first call to the trial — how investigators build a murder case, where a police investigation goes cold, and what justice looks like when it arrives late, or never arrives at all. Some episodes hunt a serial killer who hid in plain sight. Others reconstruct a family murder that tore a town apart, or a murder mystery that turned neighbors against each other. And then there are the missing: a missing person report filed too late; missing persons whose trails went cold within days; a missing woman last seen leaving work; a missing girl whose face was on every screen in the country; a missing man found dead years after he vanished; the missing and murdered whose names deserve to be remembered. We tell every crime story with respect for the victim, for the families, and for those who survived. From the infamous case the whole world watched to the unsolved case you have never heard of, from classic true crime to dark true crime and disturbing true crime, our true crime reports bring you real crime stories, real murder cases, true murder stories and unsolved mysteries — one true crime case at a time, straight from the OBOMEDIA true crime vault. Because if a killer is still out there, the story is not over. Every true crime story in our archive begins with a question no one could answer: an unsolved murder, a cold case reopened decades later, a mysterious death the coroner couldn't explain, a disappearance that never made sense. New episodes every week. Listen ad-free and unlock premium episodes: 14-day free trial at obomedia.com. © 2026 Created with OBOMEDIA technology. All rights reserved.