Mountain State Mysteries

In 1972, a young man was found dead along route 19 outside of Beckley, Wv. No ID. No Family. Just a pair of jungle boots and a story about heading south to join the military. Over 50 years later, he's still known only as John Doe. Who was he-and why has no one came forward? If you have any information on the identity of John Doe please contact the West Virginia State Police at (304)872-0800 Source...

The case we have for you today is one we've heard whispers about for years, but never truly dug into-until now. We're furious because an innocent woman lost her life, and the story that follows is as heartbreaking as it is enringing. This is the case of Blanche Dempsey. Sources - Blanche Loretta McClung Dempsey (1926-2001) - Find a Grave Memorial R:\Storage\P-T\State Farm Fire v. O'Hara (A)\order...

The case we have for you today is as chilling as it is mysterious. Seven men vanished under separate circumstances - yet many believe they are all victims of the same brutal killer. Centered around the quiet town of Oak Hill, West Virginia, this story follows the trail of a figure known only as the mad butcher. Sources - The Mad Butcher of Fayette County – killerscrawlspace The Mad Fayette Butcher...

The case we have for you today is the disturbing case of Randall Lee Smith, the infamous Appalachian Trail Killer. What Led him to murder two hikers? and why years later, did he return to the trail to kill again? Did it have something to do with a dark religion? join us while we get lost in the mystery of Randall Lee Smith. Sources - Randall Lee Smith - Wikipedia Randall Lee Smith: Is The Killer D...

This week Courtney takes you to the spring of 1964, a reporter in Grafton, West Virginia claimed to have seen a massive, headless creature lurking near the river. Soon, Sightings of the Grafton Monster spread like wildfire, drawing monster hunters and skeptics alike to the small Appalachian town. MSM links - WEBSITE - Home | Mountainstatemysteri ( mountainstatemysteriespodcast.com ) INSTAGRAM - Mo...

In this special AMA episode, Mark and Courtney pull back the curtain and answer your burning questions-from behind-the-scenes secrets and favorite cases to chilling listeners theories and what keeps them up at night. Nothing's off-limits, so grab your flashlight and settle in. It's time to go off-script and into the unknown. MSM links - WEBSITE - Home | Mountainstatemysteri ( mountainstatemysterie...

on December 7th, 1963, James Lee Haynes went missing after hitchhiking. some say he was a victim of the mad butcher others say he was killed by three men after a barroom fight. This is the true and updated story of James Lee Haynes. Sources - bing.com/ck/a?!&&p=021715d09f9dd15da10e908605e179e25a56db736930a7bf4f8d4727555f31feJmltdHM9MTc0NDg0ODAwMA&ptn=3&ver=2&hsh=4&fclid=3c6...

The case we have for you today is about a three-year-old girl that seemingly vanishes from rural West Virginia in 2011, answers don't come quickly. But as the years pass, a witness comes forward with information that changes everything   If you or someone you know is experiencing child abuse, you can call or text the Childhelp-Hotline at 800-422-4453. They also have a live chat option on their web...

In this episode of Mountain State Mysteries, we dive into the life and legacy of Sid Hatfield, the fearless police chief who became a symbol of resistance during the bloody labor wars of West Virginia. Nest known for his role in the 1920 Matewan Massacre, Hatfield stood against powerful coal companies and their hired enforcers, refusing to bow to corruption and intimidation. But his defiance came...

The case we have for you today is about two WVU freshmen, Mared Malarik and Karen Farrell, who vanished while hitchhiking in Morgantown on a cold night in 1970. Months later, their decapitated remains were found in a remote wooded area, Sparking up one of West Virginia's most haunting unsolved mysteries. Decades of rumors, suspects, and theories have only deepened the mystery. Who killed the coeds...

The case we have for you today is about two WVU freshmen, Mared Malarik and Karen Farrell, who vanished while hitchhiking in Morgantown on a cold night in 1970. Months later, their decapitated remains were found in a remote wooded area, Sparking up one of West Virginia's most haunting unsolved mysteries. Decades of rumors, suspects, and theories have only deepened the mystery. Who killed the coeds...

The case we have for you today is about a mother who disappeared on the night of her son's birthday party in 1992. This is the case of Brenda Gail Lambert. If you have any information regarding the disappearance of Brenda Gail Lambert, or know someone who might, please contact the Mercer County Sheriff’s Department at (304) 487-8364. SOURCES - Cold Justice Investigates Disappearance Of Brenda Lamb...

Today's case is one of the most enduring mysteries in West Virginia's history, involving murder, scandal, and conspiracy. This case of Mamie Thurman. SOURCES - Mamie Thurman - Wikipedia The murder of Mamie Thurman remains a mystery - Logan County, WV History WV: The 1932 Murder of Mamie Thurman, The Appalachian Dahlia – Thoughts and Ponderances Mamie Thurman murder still surrounded by mystery | Cr...

In November 2002, 19-year-old Samantha Burns disappeared after talking to her mom on the phone. The next morning her car was discovered engulfed in flames in a remote area. Her case became one of the states most haunting mysteries. This is the case of Samantha Burns SOURCES - WV - Samantha Nicole Burns (19) - Huntington WV, 2002 | Websleuths https://www.bing.com/search?q=samantha+burns+west+virgin...

The case I have for you today is one that happened in theoretically in my backyard. A case that has always made me wonder who could killer a teacher the day before her wedding? This is the case of Cynthia Jane Miller. SOURCES - COLD CASE SOLVED: Man indicted for Cynthia Miller murder from 1981 woay.com/update-man-accused-in-1981-murder-of-beckley-school-teacher-pleads-not-guilty-writes-letter-to-c...

The case we have for you today is about two co-workers who were found stabbed to death at a mall in Virginia in November of 1996. This is the case of Charyl Edwards and Charlita Singleton. SOURCES - 23 years later, family still looking for answers in unsolved Cloverleaf Mall murders | WRIC ABC 8News Cloverleaf Mall Murders - richmondmagazine.com Richmond Cloverleaf Mall murders impact 27 years lat...

The legend of Screaming Jenny haunts the tracks of Harpers Ferry, West Virginia. With many variations of her story, this tale captivates all who hears it. Join Mark on his journey through these urban legends. MOUNTAIN STATE MYSTERIES LINKS - WEBSITE - Home | Mountainstatemysteri ( mountainstatemysteriespodcast.com ) INSTAGRAM - Mountain State Mysteries - A West Virginia True Crime Podcast (@mounta...

The case I have for you today happened on a day that was supposed to be full of love. Instead, it ended with three people being murdered in a mansion on a hill. This is the case of David, Janette Henderson, and Martha Barber. Better known as the murders at the Maybeury Mansion. EVENT LINKS - Maybeury Mansion - https://www.facebook.com/share/q3CDqGj6imV5uAv8/ Prince Mansion - https://www.facebook.c...

The case I have for you today is about a husband and wife that went to Babcock State Park to enjoy a romantic getaway. That is until intruders broke into the cabin and killed his wife... Or is that really what happened? SOURCES - Cheryl Flippo's Murder: Where is James Michael Flippo Today? ( thecinemaholic.com ) Cheryl Lynn Jewell Flippo (1950-1996) - Find a Grave Memorial Minister Faces Murder Ch...

The case we have for you today is about a man whose name became synonymous with organized crime in Boston. This is the case of James "whitey" bulger. SOURCES - Whitey Bulger killing was 'planned' and took just 7 minutes, Justice Department says - ABC News ( go.com ) Whitey Bulger - Death, Family & Crimes ( biography.com ) ‘Don’t believe everything you see’: Inside Whitey Bulger’s bloody final...

In 1953, a small group of residents in Flatwoods, West Virginia set out into the night in search of a crashed UFO. What they encountered instead was a bizarre aircraft, seemingly operated by a monster. This is the story of the Flatwoods Monster

The case I have for you today involves an unidentified woman whose identity remains a mystery to this day. This is the case of Wetzel County Jane Doe. SOURCES - Wetzel County Jane Doe | Unidentified Wiki | Fandom 56UFWV ( doenetwork.org ) WV - WV - Littleton, WhtFem 30-45, 56UFWV, upper denture, c-section scar, orange toe polish, Feb'83 | Websleuths PARANORMAL EVENT - https://www.facebook.com/shar...

Our case this week is Theresa Ann Woods. When 13-year-old Theresa Ann Woods left school and waited for her friend at the local 7-Eleven, she went missing. Later, her remains were found by a creek nine miles away from where she was last seen. For almost 38 years, her family has waited for answers about her disappearance and murder. If you know anything about the disappearance and murder of Theresa...

In the state of West Virginia, there are 142 open missing person cases. We believe that is 142 too many. These are just some of the missing people from the state of West Virginia If you have any information on any of these cases, please use the information below to contact the local authorities. Juanita Reedy (Beckley, West Virginia) - Beckley Police Department (304)256-1720 Alfred Bradley Gibbons...

The case we have for you today involves the period between 1982 and 1984, focusing on Eugene Blake, a serial killer who perpetrated murders in West Virginia and Ohio. SOURCES - Eugene Blake Denied Parole, Next Hearing In 10 Years | News, Sports, Jobs - The Intelligencer Triple-Murderer Eugene Blake Up for Parole Next Month | News, Sports, Jobs - The Intelligencer Triple murderer Eugene Blake waits...