Rebecca Park, Vanished at 38-Weeks, Now A Homicide: Family Members Jailed As Baby Still Missing | Crime Alert 6AM 12.03.25

Summary

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Crime Stories with Nancy Grace

Episode: Rebecca Park, Vanished at 38-Weeks, Now A Homicide: Family Members Jailed As Baby Still Missing
Date: December 3, 2025
Host: Drew Nelson (Crime Alert update anchor)
Podcast Network: iHeartPodcasts and CrimeOnline

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Overview

This episode focuses on the tragic disappearance and confirmed homicide of Rebecca Park, a 22-year-old pregnant woman from northern Michigan who vanished at 38 weeks. The case now centers on the search for her missing newborn amid shocking arrests within her family and inner circle. Several additional crime alerts are included, but the heart of the episode details the ongoing investigation, community impact, and pursuit of justice for Rebecca and her infant.

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Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Rebecca Park Case – The Disappearance and Discovery

• Who: Rebecca Park, age 22, from northern Michigan, disappeared just prior to her due date (was 38 weeks pregnant).
• When/Where: Last seen November 3, 2025, near her biological mother’s home in Boone Township, Wexford County. Her body was discovered November 25 in the Manistee National Forest.
• Status: Her baby remains missing. The investigation is now a homicide case, and law enforcement agencies, including the FBI, are involved.

Timeline and Investigation Details

• Rebecca’s cell phone was found near her mother’s property; she had recently been evaluated at a hospital for labor symptoms and sent home.
• Multiple search warrants were executed at the home she shared with her fiancé, where evidence was seized for further investigation.

Memorable Moment:
“The Wexford County Sheriff's Office along with multiple law enforcement agencies is working diligently to determine the condition and potential whereabouts of the baby. The information that can be released is extremely limited at this time.”
— Sheriff Trent Taylor [00:44]

2. Family Members and Associates Arrested

• Courtney Bartholomew (age 40) – Step-sister (or stepmother, unclear): Arrested and appeared in court. Bradley Bartholomew (stepfather, 47) – also arrested and held without bond after the judge deemed him a flight risk.
• Kimberly Park (Rebecca’s 21-year-old sister): Arrested on charges of tampering with evidence, lying to police, and filing a false report. Her bond was set at $750,000.
• Richard Lee Falore (Rebecca’s fiancé, 43): Arrested the night Rebecca's body was found. Charged with delivering methamphetamine (not directly tied to Rebecca’s disappearance), bond set at $1 million.

Notable Quote:
“This is as serious as it gets. It's as horrible as it gets.”
— Prosecutor Joanna Carey [01:44]

3. Forensic and Evidence Collection

• Investigators served warrants seeking human remains and evidence related to a potential burial site.
• Items seized included knives, notebooks, electronics—but no detailed public disclosure yet on what directly links any individual to the homicide.

4. Community Impact and Ongoing Search

• "Justice for Rebecca" messages have appeared in Boone Township, showing community solidarity and grief.
• The baby is still missing. Authorities urge the public to help if they have information (Wexford County Sheriffs: 231-779-9216).

Memorable Moment:
“Rebecca's disappearance and death have shaken Boone Township.”
— Drew Nelson [02:51]

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Additional Crime Alerts (Minor Cases)

Georgia Couple Abandons Dog Before Vacation [05:18]

• Elderly couple charged with animal cruelty for abandoning their dog "Blue" as they left for vacation.
• Dog found with food, water, and a note written as if from the dog's perspective; now safe in shelter.

Quote:
“We scanned the dog for a microchip, found out who it went back to. Tried to call them just in… you never know. Sometimes animals are stolen. There was a note left with the dog, so that was odd, too.”
— Tracy Thompson, Animal Control Director [06:02]

Thanksgiving Car Theft in Portland [06:44]

• 80-year-old volunteer’s car stolen while she served meals to the homeless; meal for family and purse also lost.
• Her son started a GoFundMe due to her limited income and need for the vehicle for medical appointments.

Quote:
“I went up to where I knew I parked it and it was missing. I just stood there for a minute wondering what's going on. I couldn't figure it out. I was in shock.”
— Cheryl, victim [07:32]

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Timestamps for Key Segments

• 00:03–03:09 — Rebecca Park case: disappearance, body recovery, investigation, family member arrests, search for baby
• 03:09–05:18 — [Advertisements skipped]
• 05:18–06:44 — Georgia couple’s dog abandonment case
• 06:44–08:14 — Portland car theft from Thanksgiving volunteer
• 08:14–09:40 — Community impact and family response to car theft; GoFundMe effort
• 09:40-end — [Advertisements skipped]

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Notable Quotes

• "This is as serious as it gets. It's as horrible as it gets." — Prosecutor Joanna Carey [01:44]
• “Rebecca's disappearance and death have shaken Boone Township.” — Drew Nelson [02:51]
• “We scanned the dog for a microchip... There was a note left with the dog, so that was odd, too.” — Tracy Thompson [06:02]
• “I went up to where I knew I parked it and it was missing. ... I was in shock.” — Cheryl [07:32]

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Tone & Language

The narration is clear, direct, and somber, especially regarding Rebecca Park's death and the community’s concern for her missing baby. The reporting sticks to factual updates and quotes, aiming to keep the public informed and involved, particularly in seeking justice and locating the missing infant.

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Summary

This Crime Stories episode provides a thorough update on the rapidly evolving case of Rebecca Park’s disappearance and death, highlighting the involvement of her family members in criminal proceedings, the ongoing search for her newborn, and the effects on the local community. Listener engagement is encouraged, reflecting Nancy Grace’s hallmark of activating her audience in real-life crime solving.

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Transcript

[Commercial Announcer]

Crime Alert Hourly update Breaking crime news now.

[Drew Nelson]

I'm Drew Nelson. Rebecca Park, a northern Michigander who was 38 weeks pregnant when she disappeared, is now at the center of a homicide case as new charges are filed following the discovery of her body and the continued search for her missing baby. An autopsy confirmed the body found November 25th in the Manistee National Forest was 22 year old Rebecca Park. She vanished from Boone Township in Wexford county just days before her due date. The official cause of death remains pending. The Wexford County Sheriff's Office and Michigan State Police continue searching for the infant. The Federal Bureau of Investigation has stepped in. Sheriff Trent Taylor said, quote, the Wexford County Sheriff's Office along with multiple law enforcement agencies is working diligently to determine the condition and potential whereabouts of the baby. The information that can be released is extremely limited at this time. Rebecca was last seen November 3rd near her biological mother's home on South 21 and a half road in Boone Township. Family members reported her missing the next day. Her cell phone was later found near her mother's property. Rebecca's due date was November 18th. The hospital had sent her home the day before she disappeared. After she arrived with contractions and was dilated 1cm. 40 year old Courtney Bartholomew and her stepfather, 47 year old Bradley Bartholomew, were taken into custody Sunday and Monday respectively. Both appeared in Wexford County's 84th District Court. Their arraignment was delayed after prosecutors said the criminal complaint was not ready. Judge Corey Wiggins ordered Bradley Bartholome Bartholomew held without bond. The judge called him a threat and a flight risk based on search warrant information. Prosecutor Joanna Carey told the court if.

[Reporter/Investigator]

There was ever a case where there are circumstances that justify a delay of any type, it's this case. This is as serious as it gets. It's as horrible as it gets.

[Drew Nelson]

Rebecca's sister, 21 year old Kimberly park, was arrested November 26th. She was charged with tampering with evidence, lying to a police officer and filing a faul false report. Her bond was set at $750,000. Rebecca's fiance, 43 year old Richard Lee Falore, was arrested the night Rebecca's body was found. He was charged with two counts of delivering methamphetamine. His bond was set at $1 million. The charges against Velour are not listed as directly related to Rebecca's disappearance. Search warrants were served at the home where Rebecca and Velour lived in Manton. State police seized knives, notebooks and electronics. The warrant allowed a search for human remains, suspected burial site tools that could be used to dispose of human remains. Authorities have not released what evidence was recovered that directly links to Rebecca's death. Rebecca's disappearance and death have shaken Boone Township, a message reading justice for Rebecca near the edge of the Manistee National Forest, close to where her body was found. Anyone with information is urged to contact Wexford County Sheriffs at 231-779-9216. More crime and justice news after this.

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[Drew Nelson]

A Georgia couple now faces criminal charges after investigators say they abandoned their dog just before leaving the state for a Hawaiian vacation. Kenneth Beschers and his wife, Joanna Payne, both 73, from Morrow, south of Atlanta, were arrested and charged in Fayette county with animal cruelty and abandoning a dog. That's according to our TV news partners at Fox 5 Atlanta. Both charges are misdemeanors. The dog's name is Blue. He is now safe at the Fayette County Animal Shelter. Officials say he will be eligible for adoption once the case is resolved. They describe Blue as sweet, well behaved and the kind of dog, quote, a family would be lucky to have. The case began when workers with the Fayette County Water and Sewer department found Blue tied up with food and water.

[Reporter/Investigator]

We scanned the dog for a microchip, found out who it went back to. Tried to call them just in, you know, you never know. Sometimes animals are stolen. There was a note left with the dog, so that was odd, too.

[Drew Nelson]

That's Tracy Thompson, director of Fayette County Animal Control on whea. The note, written as if it came from the dog says, quote, my name is Blue. My owner and I spent four and a half years together, but he died. I don't have anyone else to take care of me. Thanks. Investigators reviewed surveillance video. They said it showed a couple leaving Blue with the food, water and the note. Authorities said the man in the video matched bessures.

[Reporter/Investigator]

We were able to do some investigating, find out where they lived, which was in Morrow. So the marshals. Fayette county marshals took over the case so they could make contact with them.

[Drew Nelson]

Both Beschers and Payne were taken into custody as soon as they returned from Hawaii. This case unfolds in Oregon where the grinch who stole Thanksgiving dinner takes an 80 year old volunteer's car while she serves meals to the homeless in Portland. The victim's name is Cheryl. She is a longtime volunteer at the Union Gospel Mission in downtown Portland. On Thanksgiving Day, she parked her beige 1999 Honda Accord in a lot near Northwest 1st and Davis. She left her purse in the trunk before walking to her shift. Cheryl told Koin she had no worries about leaving it there and continuing on foot.

[Cheryl (Theft Victim)]

I always feel safe during the day. I don't worry too much about walking around or even parking my car there. I've always done that.

[Drew Nelson]

When her shift ended, she walked back to where she parked. The car was gone.

[Cheryl (Theft Victim)]

I went up to where I knew I parked it and it was missing. I just stood there for a minute wondering what's going on. I couldn't figure it out. I was in shock.

[Drew Nelson]

Inside the trunk, her purse. Inside her purse, her bank cards and cash.

[Cheryl (Theft Victim)]

I had over $600 on the between my debit and my credit card on there. And so I'm trying to resolve all that now put in fraudulent claims.

[Drew Nelson]

The theft also ruined her family dinner. The Thanksgiving meal she planned to bring after volunteering was in the car.

[Cheryl (Theft Victim)]

They called and said I can't make it. You know, the food's gone and I'm a wreck, you know.

[Drew Nelson]

Union Gospel Mission confirmed it sends emails to volunteers advising them not to bring valuables and stating the Mission is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Because it was Thanksgiving Day, parking was free at the parking garage where she left her car. That allowed the thief to exit without paying to lift the gate. Cheryl filed a police report. Police later confirmed the stolen Honda was recovered in Salem. The condition of the vehicle was not immediately known. Cheryl is a breast cancer survivor who completed treatment earlier this year. Her son, Todd Schulberg started a GoFundMe after watching his mother unravel in the hours after the theft. He wrote that she lives in a limited income and depended on the Honda as her only way to get to medical care and volunteer shifts. Quote she doesn't have the resources to purchase another vehicle and without a car, she can't get to her medical appointments, her volunteer activities or even basic errands. The campaign says her Accord has been kept in immaculate condition. The GoFundMe lists the immediate needs as a replacement vehicle, recovery of essential items stolen from her purse, and short term transportation. Todd writes, quote unquote, she's worked hard all of her life and does not deserve this. For the latest crime and justice news, follow Crime Alert's hourly update on your favorite podcast app. With this Crime Alert, I'm Drew Nelson.

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