The tragic case of Tammy Marie Lynds, born in 1978, unfolds with a mysterious disappearance in the early morning of July 22nd, 1994. Tammy, a 15-year-old aspiring astronaut, left her home to meet her boyfriend but never returned. The initial investigation labeled her as a runaway, hindering a proper inquiry. Four months later, Tammy's remains were discovered near her home, presenting a baffling challenge for investigators as the cause of death remained unknown due to advanced decomposition. Tammy's diary entries possibly revealed key details that might help solve her murder3. The lack of resolution over the years compounds the anguish for Tammy's family, with her father, Richard, passing away without knowing the truth. Melissa and Whitney's recent action-oriented advocacy effort involved a visit to Tammy's grave and the site where she was found, accompanied by a mailout campaign. They are asking the community cooperation and anyone with information is urged to contact the Springfield Police Detective Bureau.

This quarter we traveled to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. We dove into the mysterious disappearance of Shanta Marie Johnson, a three-year-old girl who vanished without a trace in 1992. Born into a troubled background, Shanta's early life was marked by struggles and uncertainty. Testing positive for cocaine at birth, she was placed in foster care. Shanta was in the process of being adopted by Susan Marie Davis Johnson and Willie Johnson, her foster parents. However, during a family trip to Myrtle Beach, tragedy struck. Susan claimed that she lost sight of Shanta while shopping at a K-Mart department store, and the young girl was never seen again. Despite an extensive search, including divers combing nearby ponds, no trace of Shanta was found.