The babysitters of Jarkeius Adside claim three gunmen broke into their house and took him, but their story does not seem to be verified. — Gwendolyn Brown had dropped her teenage daughter off at the bus stop in the early morning hours of October 18, 2001, and was walking back home; to a three-story house, which she shared with her common-law husband, Jeffrey Cochran. He was currently sleeping in his second-floor bedroom with little Jarkeius…

The 17-year-old disappeared while walking home from her sister’s apartment; and investigators believe she did not vanish voluntarily. — It’s an early Sunday morning in Bethel, Alaska, where 17-year-old Stella Evon is having fun at a friend’s residence, which was anything but irregular. Bethel was her hometown, and she had created several lifelong bonds throughout her short life. “Stella was a very fun person, she was always laughing, she…

The 22-year-old told his mother he was “going out” but was never seen again. — It’s Father’s Day 2007 in Horry County, South Carolina–an area encompassing Myrtle Beach. 22-year-old Kareem Ward plays with his dog in his front yard while conversing with his cousin. He shares his house with his mother, Ann Warren, who watches from inside. Her son was on a high that day…

The Florida woman had planned a celebration for her husband’s birthday, but disappeared before any festivities could begin. — It was a warm April evening in Callaway, Florida–a small community outside Panama City. At the town’s Walmart, 23-year-old Coy Prescott combs the aisles with his 19-year-old wife, Beth. Tomorrow was Coy’s 24th birthday, and Beth wanted to craft a perfect celebration dinner. Earlier that day, she sought her mother-in-law’s…

Three children disappear before their visitation with their biological father, who, with support from other family members, sets out to find them. — Jeff Anderson had no idea how much damage Lesley Allen would bring to his family. On his wedding day, all he saw was her smiling face and a new start. Lesley already had three children–Chris, Stephanie, and Greg–from a previous marriage, all of whom Jeff would adopt. But she clarified…

The 19-year-old college student reportedly left her friend’s house in Detroit and has been missing ever since, but are witnesses being truthful? — Jasmine Moody made her presence known to everyone who crossed her path. Her parents, Patrick Kidd and Lisa Moody, always admired their daughter’s social skills and stability. Patrick reminisced how Jasmine was “ahead of her time” and a joy to be around. She always sported a cheerful grin and possessed…

The fashion student’s unsolved disappearance from her college campus has all the makings of a real life nightmare, but are there any answers 11 years later? — Lauren Spierer arrived at Indiana University Bloomington’s campus with stars in her eyes and butterflies in her stomach. College is a transition for anyone, but unlike most, she was not wholly stepping in blind. Lauren was already familiar with some of her classmates–including her roommate– thanks to her time at…

Although most experience it, putting the phone down and taking a break can be accomplished in several ways. — Using the restroom, performing your daily household chores, keeping up with personal social commitments, and exercising are all prevented by the newest mainstream tool of procrastination; TikTok. It’s almost as if the app is designed to be a magnet; its offer of quick dopamine attracts even those with the most…

The six-year-old disappeared from his Massachusetts neighborhood, and his fate remains unknown. — Bennett Circle was the go-to spot for neighborhood children on weekends. However, no one was more attached than six-year-old Jesus De La Cruz. As the youngest of several siblings, he often hopped on his bike with family and friends to the playtime hotspot. It created a bond between the young…