The Over Looked

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The Over Looked

This a podcast that looks into the cases of missing or murdered people of color that have gone cold, have had little progress and no conclusion. We want to give light to these cases in hopes to bring awareness, bring in new tips and bring families closure.

  1. JUL 14

    The Disappearance of Keora Lawson

    This podcast episode from "The Overlook Podcast" covers the disappearance of Keora Lawson, a 22-year-old black woman from Fitzgerald, Georgia, who has been missing since May 1, 2021. Despite police searches and community efforts, no substantial evidence has surfaced. The episode highlights the family's ongoing struggle and their belief in local rumors implying possible foul play, urging anyone with information to contact authorities. It's been three years and still we are asking, where is Keora? https://charleyproject.org/case/keora-lawson https://www.walb.com/2024/05/15/missing-south-ga-3-years-later-investigators-still-searching-fitzgerald-missing-mom/ https://www.walb.com/2021/05/20/family-police-need-help-finding-missing-fitzgerald-mother/?outputType=amp https://wfxl.com/news/local/fitzgerald-police-continue-to-search-for-missing-22-year-old-keora-lawson https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=10000927260519

    12 min

  2. JUL 7

    The Disappearance of Janiyah Tyeisha Thompson

    In this episode of the Overlook Podcast, host Ress discusses the mysterious disappearance of Janiyah Tyeisha Thompson, an 18-year-old African American woman from Temple Hills, Maryland. Despite her family filing a police report and raising concerns, there has been minimal police involvement and media coverage. The episode delves into the challenges faced in Janiyah's case, including the lack of detailed information and public attention. Ress emphasizes the importance of spreading awareness to hopefully gather more information and aid in bringing Janiyah home. https://www.nbcwashington.com/news/local/prince-georges-county/have-you-seen-her-prince-georges-county-family-searches-for-missing-18-year-old/3356634/ https://www.reddit.com/r/maryland/comments/14y80s0/family_searches_for_missing_18yearold_janiyah/ https://www.websleuths.com/forums/threads/md-janiyah-thompson-18-rotc-member-prince-george%E2%80%99s-county-apr-2023.679429/

    12 min

  3. JUN 30

    The Disappearance of Sara Martinez-Fabila

    In this episode of the Overlook Podcast, Ress discusses the disappearance of Sara Martinez-Fabila, a Hispanic woman who went missing from Paradise, California in 2018 during a devastating fire. Known for her ongoing struggles with mental illness and substance abuse, Sarah was reported missing by her family after they couldn't contact her post-fire. Despite conflicting reports on when she was last seen, her disappearance remains unresolved, with only sparse sightings and information surfacing. Ress shares details about Sara's challenging life, her efforts to turn it around, and the current status of her missing person's case, urging listeners to share information and help keep Sara's story alive. https://www.redding.com/story/news/2019/11/07/camp-fire-missing-person-sara-martinez-fabila-paradise-california/4074030002/ https://www.redding.com/story/news/2019/11/07/camp-fire-missing-person-sara-martinez-fabila-paradise-california/4074030002/ https://www.actionnewsnow.com/news/unsolved-mystery-paradise-woman-still-missing/article_8cca0102-e953-11ee-b3eb-2faf84e20cdf.html https://www.kcra.com/article/family-of-missing-paradise-woman-remain-hopeful-shes-alive/25659550 https://ktvl.com/news/local/one-year-after-the-deadly-camp-fire-mystery-surrounds-the-one-person-still-missing

    14 min

  4. JUN 23

    The Disappearance of Cajairah Fraise

    In this episode of The Overlook Podcast, host Ress delves into the perplexing disappearance of Cajairah Fraise, a young black woman missing from Beaumont, California. Cajairah went missing on February 23rd, 2023. Ress discusses the complexities and uncertainties surrounding the case, including conflicting reports, the family's strained relationship with law enforcement, and various theories about her disappearance. Cajairah, who was 35 weeks pregnant at the time, was last seen in the parking lot of a Jack in the Box, but no clear facts have emerged since. The podcast explores different angles and public skepticism while urging anyone with information to come forward.It's been over a year and yet we are still asking, where is Cajairah? https://charleyproject.org/case/cajairah-jae-fraise https://www.beaumontpd.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=979 https://www.nbcnews.com/dateline/missing-in-america/mother-praying-safe-return-disappearance-8-months-pregnant-california-rcna121986 https://abc7.com/cajairah-fraise-missing-pregnant-woman-beaumont-police-department-women/13438112/ https://www.reddit.com/r/MissingPersons/comments/17fv32k/cajairah_fraise_is_still_missing/ https://www.websleuths.com/forums/threads/ca-cajairah-jae-fraise-22-walked-away-from-family-vehicle-35-weeks-pregnant-beaumont-23-feb-2023.669820/page-7 https://patch.com/california/banning-beaumont/pregnant-woman-who-vanished-beaumont-last-winter-still-missing https://kesq.com/news/2023/03/23/family-of-missing-pregnant-woman-issue-statement-on-police-news-release/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091595204334 https://www.facebook.com/groups/227742849802187/media

    50 min

  5. JUN 16

    The Disappearance of Elyssa Vasquez

    In this episode of the Overlook Podcast, we discuss the disappearance of Elyssa Vasquez, a 12-year-old biracial girl who went missing on January 28, 2003. This is a case with scant information available and few leads to follow. Ress highlights the importance of bringing attention to less-publicized cases, urging listeners to help by coming forward with any information. The podcast underscores the emotional toll on Elisa's family, who continue to seek answers and hope for her return. It's been 21 years and yet we are still asking, where is Elyssa ? https://www.facebook.com/p/Elyssa-Marie-Vasquez-100063740623425/ https://ourblackgirls.com/2020/03/31/elyssa-marie-vasquez-12-was-last-seen-at-school-in-2003/ https://charleyproject.org/case/elyssa-marie-vasquez https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=552

    16 min

  6. JUN 13

    The Disappearance of Kennedy Walton

    In this episode of the Overlook Podcast, we discuss the disappearance of 26-year-old Kennedy Walton missing from St. Charles, Missouri. Kennedy was last seen on March 4, 2022. She was seen leaving her mother’s home on March 3rd and was later spotted at a bar with friends in the early morning of March 4th, 2022, before suddenly departing followed by mysterious behavior, such as crying in her mother's vehicle. The police have been tight-lipped about the evidence, but the investigation remains active. It's been two years and yet we are still asking, where is Kennedy ?

    13 min

  7. JUN 2

    The Disappearance of Joniah Walker

    In this episode of the Overlook Podcast, Ress discusses the mysterious disappearance of Joniah Walker, a young African American girl from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, who went missing on June 23, 2022. Joniah's family struggled to get a serious response from the police, who initially listed her as a runaway. Ress highlights the challenges faced by missing children of color and the systemic issues related to their recovery. The podcast also delves into the broader context of missing persons, the potential role of online predators, and the importance of media and community involvement in locating missing children. It's been two years and yet we are still asking, where is Joniah ? https://charleyproject.org/case/joniah-a-walker https://wisconsinexaminer.com/2024/05/17/lawmakers-advocates-renew-calls-to-pass-missing-and-murdered-black-women-and-girls-task-force-bill/ https://www.jsonline.com/story/news/crime/2022/07/22/milwaukee-teenager-joniah-walker-has-been-missing-since-june-23-2022-family-pleas-for-help/10122535002/ https://www.missingkids.org/content/dam/missingkids/pdfs/analysis-of-cases-involving-missing-children-with-suicidal-tendencies.pdf https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stop-calling-her-a-runaway-a-mothers-fight-to-find-her-child/id1687165920?i=1000632544850

    21 min

  8. MAY 26

    The Disappearance of Davante Richardson

    In this episode Ress covers the disappearance of Devante Richardson, a 28-year-old black male from Washington, D.C. Devante was last seen on July 2020, at his grandparents' home before his car was eventually found abandoned on a dirt road in Bighorn County, Wyoming. The podcast covers various theories about his disappearance, including jurisdictional delays, his aspirations in the music industry, potential mental health issues, and the possibility of foul play or a misadventure. Authorities and family continue their search for answers, yet still we are left asking, where is Davante Richardson? https://charleyproject.org/case/davante-marquez-richardson https://www.nbcwashington.com/news/local/dc-man-still-missing-more-than-a-year-after-car-found-in-wyoming/2856777/ https://cowboystatedaily.com/2021/03/05/search-continues-in-northwestern-wyoming-for-missing-d-c-man/ https://www.reddit.com/r/MISSINGBIPOC/comments/pwi0i8/davante_richardson_last_seen_in_washington_dc_on/ https://disappearedblog.com/davante-richardson/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PtfLZHdCPWA&list=PLvo47zlhLxO72wlOUbNoolmYshwI_4tum https://www.websleuths.com/forums/threads/dc-davante-richardson-28-vehicle-found-1600-miles-away-in-wyoming-22-jul-2020.557733/ https://www.websleuths.com/forums/threads/co-pueblo-black-male-up99114-66-and-found-with-unique-hat-and-personal-items-oct22-namus-removed.660556/

    31 min
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This a podcast that looks into the cases of missing or murdered people of color that have gone cold, have had little progress and no conclusion. We want to give light to these cases in hopes to bring awareness, bring in new tips and bring families closure.

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