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Missing Person Report: Alana M. Vasquez - Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania

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By: Shane Lambert Original time of writing: June 18th, 2025 Case Overview: Alana M. Vasquez Case Number: NamUs #MP143619 Name: Alana M. Vasquez Age at Disappearance: 16 years Current Age: 16 years Date of Last Contact: May 5th, 2025 (2PM-7PM) Missing From: Sinking Spring, PA Last Known Location: Taco Bell, Wyomissing, PA Physical Description: Sex: Female | Race/Ethnicity: Hispanic/Latino | Height: 5’4” | Weight: 110 lbs | Hair: Brown | Eyes: Brown | Distinctive Features: None Circumstances: Alana was dropped off at Taco Bell (1199 Berkshire Blvd, Wyomissing) on May 5th, 2025, at 11:00 AM for her shift. She finished work but didn’t return home, last seen between 2PM and 7PM. She has ties to Reading and Philadelphia, PA. Featured eBook: The Stranger Beside Me by Ann Rule Dive into a chilling true crime classic with *The Stranger Beside Me* by Ann Rule, offering an insider’s view of the Ted Bundy case—a m...
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Forensic Evidence Mishandling Derails Justice in Thousands of UK Cases

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By: Shane Lambert Time of writing: June 16th, 2025 Systemic Crisis in UK Forensic Evidence Handling A BBC News investigation revealed a systemic crisis in England and Wales, where over 30,000 criminal prosecutions have collapsed in the past four years due to lost, damaged, or contaminated police evidence. Sima Kotecha wrote an article earlier this month on the topic at BBC.com ( June 6th, 2025 ). "More than 30,000 prosecutions in England and Wales collapsed between October 2020 and September 2024, data from the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) reveals. They include 70 homicides and more than 550 sexual offences." Featured eBook: Forensics: What Bugs, Burns, Prints, DNA, and More Tell Us About Crime by Val McDermid Dive into the world of forensic science with Val McDermid’s Forensics: What Bugs, Burns, Prints, DNA, and More Tell Us About Crime . This engaging eBook explores how forensic techniques solve mysteries, including missing persons cases, thr...
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A Captivating Short Story, Thematically Connected to Missing Persons, to Grip Your Imagination

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Prologue As the author of this blog, Shane Lambert, I typically focus on topics surrounding missing people, unsolved mysteries, forensics, and the societal issues that intersect with these topics. However, I’ve decided to share a short story of mine, "On Being Indistinguishable," on this platform, despite it being a departure from my usual nonfiction content. I feel this story is thematically resonant with the blog’s core focus on missing persons and society, partly because it involves hitchhiking. Through the lens of a well-meaning driver who picks up a hitchhiker, the narrative explores the complexities of hitchhiking, particularly from the driver’s perspective. It delves into the tension of being perceived as suspicious, simply for being a man offering a ride to a vulnerable woman, and the broader societal prejudices that shape such encounters. I hope this fictional piece sparks reflection on trust and safety, but mainly it's meant as social criticism of how philanth...
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The Springfield Three: Was Graduation Night a Clue to Their Disappearance?

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The Springfield Three: Was Graduation Night a Clue to Their Disappearance? On Sunday, June 7th, 1992, three women—Sherrill Levitt, Suzanne "Suzie" Streeter, and Stacy McCall—vanished from a home in Springfield, Missouri, leaving behind one of America’s most enduring mysteries. Known as "The Springfield Three," their disappearance came just hours after Suzie and Stacy celebrated their high school graduation, a detail that has sparked speculation about whether the timing held deeper significance. The table below outlines their key details: Name Age Gender Occupation/Status Last Seen Location Last Seen Date/Time Sherrill Levitt NamUS #MP345 47 Female Hairdresser Sherrill Levitt’s home at 1717 East Delmar Street, Springfield, MO Early hours of Sunday, June 7th, 1992 Suzanne "Suzie" Streeter (Sherrill’s daughter) NamU...
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The Mysterious Disappearance of Lars Mittank: Unraveling the Varna Airport Enigma

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The Mysterious Disappearance of Lars Mittank: Unraveling the Varna Airport Enigma On July 8th, 2014 (Tuesday), Lars Joachim Mittank, a 28-year-old German tourist, vanished under bizarre circumstances near Varna Airport in Bulgaria. He left behind a mystery that continues to captivate and confound. However, I think this is a case where some sense can be made. My explanation of what I think happened to Lars Mittank will involve an analysis of both known facts regarding the case and some assumptions that I will bring into the mix. Featured eBook: Cloud Forensics Demystified by Hitesh Sharma Dive into the world of digital forensics with *Cloud Forensics Demystified* by Hitesh Sharma, an essential guide for understanding modern investigation techniques—ideal for enthusiasts of forensic mysteries on this blog!  This is a 2024 publication that has started with some solid reviews. Available now on Amazon: Buy it here . I do receive a commission from qualifying sales through Ama...
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Recent Missing Persons Cases: North America and Australia in Early 2025

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In early 2025, gripping missing persons cases across North America and Australia have captured public attention, revealing tales of mystery, loss, and relentless searches for truth. This consolidation explores three unfolding stories—a California mother’s disappearance turned homicide, a Queensland woman’s remains identified after months of uncertainty, and an Ottawa man vanishing without a trace. Unexplained Disappearances! Discover Missing 411- A Sobering Coincidence by David Paulides. Uncover chilling tales of vanishings, from wilderness mysteries to cases like Nikki Saelee-McCain and Waleed Amareen. A must-read for true crime enthusiasts. Get your copy now to explore the patterns behind these haunting stories! Rated 4.9 out of 5.0 as of June 2025 -- high reader satisfaction! Buy Now on Amazon! As an Amazon Associate, the website host may earn a commission from qualifying purchases. Mother’s Disappearance in California Reclassified as Homicide On April 7th, 202...
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Abductions Caught on Video Tape: Missing Persons and Outcomes

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AI-generated. Not a real image of an abduction. By: Shane Lambert What would you do if you’re walking home one night, like Carlesha Freeland-Gaither was, when a stranger suddenly grabs you from behind? You fight, but quickly realize that he is stronger than you, but in the corner of your eye, in the moment before you were abducted, you had seen a camera. You know that there is a chance that someone might care enough to come looking for you -- if only they see the footage. Later, after being abducted, your mind races. You ask yourself if someone will figure out that you were on that street at that time and then realize they need the camera footage. You think about the people who care about you and their motivation for finding you. That effort, you know, is your best hope. Most abductions are not caught on camera. Furthermore, some abductions, including one below involving a toddler, are hard to watch. That is not just about the subject matter, which can be disturbing, but it'...
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