Mountain State Mysteries

 On a cold January morning in 1990, a labor dispute in McDowell County, West Virginia turned deadly. As gunfire erupted along a UMWA picket line, one miner was killed and two others were wounded. More than three decades later, the murder of John McCoy remains unsolved. In this episode of Mountain State Mysteries, we examine the events that led to the shooting, the investigation that followed, and...

 In 1989, a brutal triple murder rocked the small coal town of Pocahontas, Virginia. What followed was a years-long investigation involving drugs, betrayal, federal indictments, and courtroom battles. This is the story of the Pocahontas Triple Murder. Sources - Murder in the Mountains: Triple murder in Pocahontas — 1989 investigation unearths drugs, sex, family feuds and double-crossings in small...

In 1988, Morgantown business owner and community fixture Marsha Ferber vanished without a trace. In this episode of Mountain State Mysteries, we explore the life she built, the people who last saw her, and the conflicting timeline that has left her disappearance unsolved for nearly four decades. From the Underground Railroad to a mysterious trip to Pittsburgh, this is the story of a woman who mean...

 In August 2003, a series of seemingly random shootings left Kanawha County on edge and drew comparisons to the Washington, D.C. sniper attacks. Three people were killed in separate shootings outside local businesses, sparking one of the largest manhunts in West Virginia history. This week, we dive into the Kanawha Valley Sniper case, the investigation that followed, and the questions that lingere...

Could two unsolved mysteries be connected? In this episode, Mark and Alex from A Paul - Unsolved in West Virginia examine the case of the Morgan County Jane Doe and the disappearance of Lora Skaggs. As they compare timelines, evidence, and unanswered questions, they explore whether the unidentified woman found in Morgan County could actually be Lora. Join was as we take a closer look at a decades-...

 Nearly 90 years ago, four-year-old Marjorie West vanished during a Mother’s Day picnic near the Allegheny National Forest in Pennsylvania. Search dogs, thousands of volunteers, strange sightings, and theories ranging from abduction to illegal child trafficking would turn her disappearance into one of America’s oldest unsolved missing child cases. In this episode of Mountain State Mysteries , Mark...

Austin Gilman vanished from Logan County, West Virginia, in August 2025, leaving behind more questions than answers. In this episode, we examine the details surrounding his disappearance and the ongoing search for the truth. Sources -  West Logan man Austin Gilman still missing | News | loganbanner.com Troopers seek public's help finding man reported missing in Logan County Missing man sought in L...

Years after Gretchen Fleming vanished from Parkersburg, West Virginia, investigators announce a major break in the case. In this episode of Mountain State Mysteries Mark breaks down the arrest, the discovery of Gretchen's remains, and the new details revealed by authorities.  Sources - Gretchen Fleming case timeline: Key developments leading to Preston Pierce’s arrest and indictment Preston Pierce...

In the quiet coal town of Page and Kincaid, Dewey "Eddie" Brown was known for his kindness and willingness to help anyone in need. But after a brutal attack during his early morning walk to work in 1992, Eddie's death left behind a mystery that still haunts the community decades later. Sources - Dewey Edward “Eddie” Brown (1919-1992) - Find a Grave Memorial PATERON - Mountain State Mysteries | Pod...

In 1949, Charleston, West Virginia was shaken by the brutal murder of Rosina Fazio. Decades later, questions still remain about who took her life and why. In this episode of MSM, we take a look into a forgotten case and search for the truth hidden by time. Sources - Fazio Murder Rosina “Rosie” Pallone Fazio (1893-1949) - Find a Grave Memorial WV - WV - Rosina Fazio, 56, Charleston, 25 October 1949...

 The death of John Lucas has stunned West Virginia. In this episode, Mark explores the timeline, the evidence, and the unanswered questions surrounding the Elkview ambulance incident. SIGN THE PETITION -  Petition · Force KCEAA EMT's to be held responsible for the murder of John Lucas - Charleston, United States · Change.org Sources - Prosecutor: Initial accounts, evidence 'differ' in death of man...

 Join Mark and Courtney as they revisit some of their most unforgettable cases and answer listener questions in a special Q&A celebrating the 100th episode of Mountain State Mysteries . MSM links - PATERON - Mountain State Mysteries | Podcast | Patreon WEBSITE - Home | Mountainstatemysteri ( mountainstatemysteriespodcast.com ) INSTAGRAM - Mountain State Mysteries - A West Virginia True Crime P...

Mark sits down with Alex from APaul Unsolved In West Virginia to discuss cases and theories from local cases. Alex's Links - Youtube - https://youtube.com/@ayebeepee?si=jPyjO6SvQqdyIiNE Facebook - Facebook MSM links - WEBSITE - Home | Mountainstatemysteri ( mountainstatemysteriespodcast.com ) INSTAGRAM - Mountain State Mysteries - A West Virginia True Crime Podcast (@mountainstatemysteries) • Inst...

In 1963, 52-year-old Irene Wilson was violently killed inside her home in the Broomstick area of Calhoun County. Those who knew Irene described her as a devoted Christian and a respected, well-liked member of the local community. At the time of the attack, her husband was away at work, employed as a night watchman. When he attempted to call home and received no answer, he became alarmed and contac...

In 1998, a hitchhiker was struck by a vehicle near Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Before losing consciousness, he reportedly told rescuers his name was Steve Hix and that he was from West Virginia. But investigators were never able to confirm who he really was. After surviving for years with severe injuries, the unidentified man died in 2002—still without a verified identity. Who was the man known only...

Forty-five years ago this week, on a cold and rainy morning in 1981, a secretary arrived at work in a small community and was shocked to discover her boss dead. His death set off a spiral of emotion and controversy that has never faded away. This is the case of Charles Boone. Sources - In 1981 a CPA was found strangled in bank building. Charles Boone, 33 years old, found early morning, strangled a...

 The case we have for you today is another case from our hometown. There is still a sense of mystery around this case because the fate of the victim is still unknown. This is the case of Tammy Jean Daniel. Sources - Tammy Jean Daniel – The Charley Project Tammy Jean Daniel - 1986 — WV Missing Persons Project Missing: Tammy Daniel | Stanaford, WV | Uncovered Missing Person / NamUs #MP21070 | NamUs...

 In 1991, investigative journalist Danny Casolaro was found dead in a West Virginia hotel room while pursuing a conspiracy he called The Octopus . Ruled a suicide, his death left missing notes and questions that remain unanswered decades later. Sources - Danny Casolaro - Wikipedia True Story of ‘American Conspiracy: The Octopus Murders’ Danny Casolaro And The Story Of 'The Octopus Murders' The Dea...

What started out as a normal night out in Charleston, West Virginia. Left one woman dead on the edge of a river. This is the case of Lynn Priestley. Sources - Lynn Parker Priestley (1955-1990) - Find a Grave Memorial Cold Case Files: 30 year old Charleston murder case still haunts the city WV - WV - Lynn Priestly, 34, Charleston, 21 March 1990 | Websleuths MSM links - WEBSITE - Home | Mountainstat...

The case we have for you today is one of the craziest missing children's cases to come from the Mountain State. It's about a five-year-old boy who went into the woods with his cousins and sadly was never seen again. Sources - The strange disappearance of J.R. Shoemaker from Kirby in Virginia — StrangeOutdoors.com Victor Dewight Shoemaker Jr. – The Charley Project The Disappearance of Victor Shoema...

The case we have for you today is about a couple that went out for a late night drive. No one knows where they were going - only that it ended up in a fiery blaze near wolf creek Virginia. More than 48 years later, there are still no answers. This is the case of Karen Lynn Noble and Jeffery Lee Scott. Sources - BHS Class 1975 Wolf Creek Murders - Find a Grave Virtual Cemetery ‘Age of innocence’ lo...

In July of 2012, a man vanished from Buckhannon, West Virginia—leaving behind more questions than answers. Whispers of a murder-for-hire plot and countless theories have surrounded this disappearance for years. This is the case of Luke Stout. Sources - Facebook Luke David Stout – The Charley Project Missing Person Details (8) Why Have We Not Found Luke Stout? | Unsolved in West Virginia | A Paul -...

Mark sits down with Alexandra from the YouTube channel A Paul - Unsolved in WV to break down two cases one from Raleigh County and one from Kanawha County. These are the cases of Angela Cherice Gwinn Stephens and LaRoy Gorman. Follow Alexandrea - Youtube - https://youtube.com/@ayebeepee?si=jPyjO6SvQqdyIiNE Facebook - Facebook MSM links - WEBSITE - Home | Mountainstatemysteri ( mountainstatemysteri...

 Mark and Courtney welcome sisters Brenda and Linda, daughters of Sergeant James Lee Haynes, who disappeared in 1963 after being murdered on Bolt Mountain. For them, this isn’t just a cold case—it’s the lifelong story of a father stolen too soon. In this episode, they share the pain, the resilience, and the relentless search for truth that has defined their family for generations.   Listen to our...

Mark sits down with Alexandrea from the YouTube channel A Paul – Unsolved in WV to break down the mysterious case of Jack Denny. Follow Alexandrea - Youtube - https://youtube.com/@ayebeepee?si=jPyjO6SvQqdyIiNE Facebook - Facebook MSM links - WEBSITE - Home | Mountainstatemysteri ( mountainstatemysteriespodcast.com ) INSTAGRAM - Mountain State Mysteries - A West Virginia True Crime Podcast (@mounta...