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Last Seen Alive
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Last Seen Alive is a podcast focused on little-known, unsolved homicide and missing persons cases, all potentially just one tip away from an investigative breakthrough. We're on a mission to give these cases the public attention and thoughtful storytelling they deserve, so join us as we explore the compelling unsolved cases you've never heard of every week.
Researched, written and hosted by Crime Analyst Leah Owens. Co-hosted by Scott Owens.
Last Seen Alive is an original Studio 222 production.
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Unsolved Double-Disappearance: Amber Aiaz and Melissa Fu
1w ago00:47:23Tap to summarizeWhen a mother and daughter vanish from their California home, the evidence left behind clearly indicates foul play. The third member of their household offers a wild explanation for the double-disappearance, and investigators decide that it may just be true in this episode of Last Seen Alive. If you have any information on the disappearance or whereabouts of Amber Aiaz or Melissa Fu, please contact the Irvine Police Department at (949) 724-7000. Or, if you wish to share a tip anonymously, use the Orange County Crime Stoppers’ online tip form: https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=913# See photos from this episode and check out the sources we used to research it here: https://lastseenalivepodcast.com/2026/06/14/unsolved-double-disappearance-amber-aiaz-and-melissa-fu/ Support LSA and the DNA Doe Project by getting a shirt or hoodie on our store: https://last-seen-alive.printify.me/products This episode is sponsored by Quince. Shop premium quality clothing, luggage and other goods at: quince.com/lastseenalive This episode is sponsored by Greenlight. Protect your family and your peace of mind at: greenlight.com/alive This episode is sponsored by Square. Get the right tools for running your business at: square.com/go/lastseenalive Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →SOLVED Disappearance: Gretchen Fleming
2w ago00:42:50Tap to summarizeWhen a West Virginia woman leaves a bar with a former police officer on a winter night in 2022, she’s never seen again. Diligent investigators close in on an ex-cop with an unlikely story and an unsettling reputation, while simultaneously searching for the victim’s remains. In 2026, they arrest the suspect on first degree murder charges following a major investigative discovery. An accused murderer faces justice in this episode of Last Seen Alive. Our original episode on Gretchen’s case aired in January of 2024. This new episode includes significant investigative updates regarding the discovery of her remains and arrest of her accused killer. If you have any information on the disappearance of Gretchen Fleming, pleasecall the Parkersburg Police Department at 304-424-8444. If you wish to submit a tip anonymously, you can do so online at ppd.parkersburgwv.gov. See photos from this episode and check out the sources we used to research it here: https://lastseenalivepodcast.com/2024/01/29/unsolved-disappearance-gretchen-fleming/ Support LSA and the DNA Doe Project by getting a shirt or hoodie on our store: https://last-seen-alive.printify.me/products Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Unsolved Disappearance: Christopher Bird
3w ago00:30:40Tap to summarizeWhen a Massachusetts schoolteacher fails to return home from a weekend camping trip with a friend, his wife reports him missing. Investigators discover that the friend in question—the principal of a private religious school—is hiding a shocking past in this episode of Last Seen Alive. If you know anything about the disappearance of Christopher Bird, please contact the New Hampshire Department of Justice via their online tip form: https://business.nh.gov/ColdCaseTips/Tip.aspx?Victim=Chris%20Bird See photos from this episode and check out the sources we used to research it here: https://lastseenalivepodcast.com/2026/05/31/unsolved-disappearance-christopher-bird/ Support LSA and the DNA Doe Project by getting a shirt or hoodie on our store: https://last-seen-alive.printify.me/products This episode is sponsored by Greenlight. We use Greenlight to protect our family and peace of mind, and you can too. Go to greenlight.com/alive to get started. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Unsolved Disappearance: Phylicia Thomas (Revisited Case)
May 2500:39:45Tap to summarizeWhen a Pennsylvania woman becomes convinced her missing friend was murdered, she’s determined to figure out who killed her. After she goes missing herself, investigators are left to explore whether the cases are connected in this episode of Last Seen Alive. If you know anything about Phylicia’s disappearances, please contact the Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Investigations Bureau at 717-783-5524. You can also report any information about the death of Jennifer Barzilosky to the PA State Police by calling that same number. If your tip leads to resolution in Phylicia’s case, you may be eligible for a $5,000 reward. See photos from this episode and check out the sources we used to research it here: https://lastseenalivepodcast.com/2021/07/19/unsolved-disappearance-phylicia-thomas/ Support LSA and the DNA Doe Project by getting a shirt or hoodie on our store: https://last-seen-alive.printify.me/products Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Unsolved Homicide: Thelma Mooney
May 1800:37:23Tap to summarizeWhen an elderly Ohio woman is brutally killed by an intruder in her own home, the crime shocks her family and community alike. Investigators attempt to solve a crime unlike any other their small town has ever seen in this episode of Last Seen Alive. If you have any information about the murder of Thelma Mooney, please call the Ironton Police Department at 740-532-2338. Or, submit a tip via the Ohio Attorney General’s online tip form: https://www.ohioattorneygeneral.gov/Individuals-and-Families/Victims/Submit-a-Tip/Unsolved-Homicide-Tip.aspx See photos from this episode and check out the sources we used to research it here: https://lastseenalivepodcast.com/2026/05/17/unsolved-homicide-thelma-mooney/ Support LSA and the DNA Doe Project by getting a shirt or hoodie on our store: https://last-seen-alive.printify.me/products Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Unsolved Disappearance: Jennifer Cahill-Shadle (Revisited Case)
May 1100:38:17Tap to summarizeWhen a Pennsylvania woman disappears without a trace, the only thing that seems certain is the likelihood of foul play. A contentious divorce, personal vulnerabilities, four mysterious men and other factors deepen a complex mystery in this episode of Last Seen Alive. If you know anything about the disappearance of Jennifer Cahill-Shadle, please call the Ferguson Township Police Department at 814-237-1172 or e-mail them at police@twp.ferguson.pa.us. Or, contact the FBI at 1-800-634-4097. If you prefer to be anonymous, the Ferguson Township Police have an anonymous online tip form—the link is in the shownotes. https://www.twp.ferguson.pa.us/police-department/webforms/anonymous-tip See photos from this episode and check out the sources we used to research it here: https://lastseenalivepodcast.com/2021/06/26/unsolved-disappearance-jennifer-cahill-shadle/ Support LSA and the DNA Doe Project by getting a shirt or hoodie on our store: https://last-seen-alive.printify.me/products Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Unsolved Disappearance: Jennifer Cahill-Shadle (Revisited Case)
May 1100:38:53Tap to summarizeWhen a Pennsylvania woman disappears without a trace, the only thing that seems certain is the likelihood of foul play. A contentious divorce, personal vulnerabilities, four mysterious men and other factors deepen a complex mystery in this episode of Last Seen Alive. If you know anything about the disappearance of Jennifer Cahill-Shadle, please call the Ferguson Township Police Department at 814-237-1172 or e-mail them at police@twp.ferguson.pa.us. Or, contact the FBI at 1-800-634-4097. If you prefer to be anonymous, the Ferguson Township Police have an anonymous online tip form—the link is in the shownotes. https://www.twp.ferguson.pa.us/police-department/webforms/anonymous-tip See photos from this episode and check out the sources we used to research it here: https://lastseenalivepodcast.com/2021/06/26/unsolved-disappearance-jennifer-cahill-shadle/ Support LSA and the DNA Doe Project by getting a shirt or hoodie on our store: https://last-seen-alive.printify.me/products
Transcribe →Unsolved Homicide: Kyle Brandon Billings
May 400:38:01Tap to summarizeWhen an easygoing Virginia teen is found murdered just hours after turning 18, his death sends shockwaves through his rural community. Investigators appeal to the public for information that may finally allow them to solve a puzzling cold case in this episode of Last Seen Alive. If you know anything about the death of Kyle "Brandon" Billings, please contact the Grayson County Sheriff's Office at 276-773-3241. Or, submit a tip via e-mail to investigating officer Sgt. Jeremy Moss at jsmoss@graysoncountyva.gov. See photos from this episode and check out the sources we used to research it here: https://lastseenalivepodcast.com/2026/05/03/unsolved-homicide-kyle-brandon-billings/ Support LSA and the DNA Doe Project by getting a shirt or hoodie on our store: https://last-seen-alive.printify.me/products
Transcribe →Unsolved Homicide: Kyle Brandon Billings
May 300:37:26Tap to summarizeWhen an easygoing Virginia teen is found murdered just hours after turning 18, his death sends shockwaves through his rural community. Investigators appeal to the public for information that may finally allow them to solve a puzzling cold case in this episode of Last Seen Alive. If you know anything about the death of Kyle “Brandon” Billings, please contact the Grayson County Sheriff’s Office at 276-773-3241. Or, submit a tip via e-mail to investigating officer Sgt. Jeremy Moss at jsmoss@graysoncountyva.gov. See photos from this episode and check out the sources we used to research it here: https://lastseenalivepodcast.com/2026/05/03/unsolved-homicide-kyle-brandon-billings/ Support LSA and the DNA Doe Project by getting a shirt or hoodie on our store: https://last-seen-alive.printify.me/products Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →No-Body Homicide Conviction: Kelsie Schelling (Revisited Case)
Apr 2700:44:40Tap to summarizeWhen a young Colorado woman disappears shortly after finding out she's pregnant, investigators quickly zero in on a suspect. A case full of unbelievable twists and turns results in a rare no-body homicide conviction in this episode of Last Seen Alive. If you know anything about the location of Kelsie Schelling's remains, please contact the Colorado Bureau of Investigation at (719) 647-5999. See photos from this episode and check out the sources we used to research it here: https://lastseenalivepodcast.com/2021/06/21/no-body-homicide-conviction-kelsie-schelling/ Support LSA and the DNA Doe Project by getting a shirt or hoodie on our store: https://last-seen-alive.printify.me/products
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