Episodes

  • Vanished in Plain Sight: The William Bradford Bishop Mystery

    Vanished in Plain Sight: The William Bradford Bishop Mystery
    Nov 21 2024
    On this episode of Status: Pending, we delve into the chilling case of William Bradford Bishop, a State Department official who vanished after allegedly murdering his wife, three sons, and mother in 1976. From his prestigious education at Yale to his clandestine career in counterintelligence, Bishop's life was extraordinary—but it took a horrifying turn one March evening.

    Sources for this episode include reporting by Ruth Johnson for the Fredrick, Maryland News, The Cumberland News, the Associated Press.

    The Cumberland Sunday Times.More info from the FBI: https://www.fbi.gov/wanted/murders/william-bradford-bishop-jr
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    40 mins
  • Leona Sharon Kinsey

    Leona Sharon Kinsey
    Nov 7 2024
    In this episode, we dive into the haunting case of Leona Sharon Kinsey, a woman of Puyallup Native American heritage who vanished under mysterious circumstances in LaGrande, Oregon on October 25, 1999. Leona, a 46-year-old mother and small business owner, was last seen in her home, leaving behind her purse, belongings, and pets.

    Just days later, her car was discovered abandoned in the parking lot of an Albertson’s store, but she was nowhere to be found.If you have any information about Leona Kinsey's disappearance, please contact the LaGrande Police Department at 541-963-1017.

    There is currently a reward for any tips leading to her whereabouts.

    Join us as we unravel the mystery of Leona's disappearance, the complexities of her life, and the ongoing search for justice.

    Sources: NewsNation (Missing: Leona Sharon Kinsey), Charley Project, Oregon Public Broadcasting, (OPB) Statesman Journal

    Support the Show: A big thank you to our newest Patreon supporter, Holly! Your support helps us continue bringing these important stories to light.
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    51 mins
  • Ieshia Nicole Jackson

    Ieshia Nicole Jackson
    Sep 18 2024
    In this episode, we discuss the heartbreaking case of an El Dorado mother who is urgently seeking answers after her daughter, Ieshia Jackson, went missing in 2020. Despite extensive efforts and ongoing investigations, the family continues to face uncertainty and emotional turmoil. Join us as we shed light on this important story and the hope for resolution.

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    There was a $3,000 reward through El Dorado Crime Stoppers is up for grabs for anyone who can provide information that leads to an arrest and conviction. But Parents United Against Violence increased the reward to $10,000 in March of 2024.

    If you know anything about Ieshia Jackson's disappearance, or you have an anonymous tip, you're encouraged to call El Dorado Police at (870) 881-4810.

    Organizers of a candlelight vigil honoring Ieshia in 2023 also run a Facebook page called "Missing and Unidentified in Union County, Tennessee" where other missing persons cases are highlighted. Members said they hope to raise awareness about several missing women from the area.

    Sources for this episode include: KATV-TV, MyArkLAmiss.com, The El Dorado (AK) News, and the Charley Project, among others.
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    54 mins
  • SP Show Update and doc review of 'American Nightmare'

    SP Show Update and doc review of 'American Nightmare'
    May 5 2024
    A quick update from Status: Pending, and then Heather & Scott discuss the latest Netflix true crime release: "American Nightmare"
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    43 mins
  • Where we've been, and where we're going...

    Where we've been, and where we're going...
    Aug 17 2023
    We have some 'splaining to do... here's what we've been up to this summer.
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    38 mins
  • The ignored disappearance of Randy Michaels

    The ignored disappearance of Randy Michaels
    Jun 3 2023
    Randy Michaels has been missing since May 15, 2021.

    He was last seen leaving the Steel City Bar on East Midlothian Boulevard in Youngstown, Ohio at about 1:30 a.m.

    STILL UNSOLVED INVESTIGATION

    Youngstown Police Department @ (330) 747-7911
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    30 mins
  • Shelby's Sweetheart: The Vanishing of Asha Degree

    Shelby's Sweetheart: The Vanishing of Asha Degree
    May 13 2023
    9-year-old Asha Degree appears to have left her home in the early hours of Valentine's Day, February 14, 2000.

    What happened to Asha after she was seen walking along Highway 18 in Shelby, North Carolina has remained a mystery every since.

    Anyone with information in the Cleveland County area specifically can call the Cleveland County Sheriff's Office at 704-484-4822 or the FBI at 704-672- 6100, nationwide, 1-800-CALL-FBI is the FBI’s national line. Anyone can call to report any information to the FBI. You can also contact the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, or NCMEC, at 1-800-THE-LOST or 1-800-843-5678.

    Sources for this episode include: the Charlotte Observer with reporting by Aileen Soper, Karen Cimino among others for the Observer, the Gaffney Ledger, and the Indianapolis Star Tribune.
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    52 mins
  • The 1986 disappearance of Denise Pflum

    The 1986 disappearance of Denise Pflum
    Apr 7 2023
    Denise left her home in rural Indiana on March 28, 1986. She's never been found, and her case remains unsolved.

    If you have any additional information on Denise’s case, please call the Fayette County Sheriff’s Department at (765) 825-1110 Ext. 604 or Indiana State Police at (765) 778-2121.
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    40 mins