On Halloween night, 1987, 15-year-old Shannon Marie Olson went out trick-or-treating with friends in Wichita — and never made it home.
The next day, her body was found in a sandpit near 29th & Hydraulic. She had been brutally attacked and left in shallow water. Her killer has never been caught. If you have a tip, call WPD Cold Case Detective Addie Perkins at 316-268-4379 or Detective Robert Chisholm at 316-268-4609. You can also email the team: coldcase@wichita.gov.
Promo: Ghost Bites brewcrime.com https://brewcrime.com/ghost-bites/
Sources: https://www.solvethecase.org/case/1987-2/shannon-olson
The Reality for Kansas Runaways.
In Kansas, a child who runs away can be approached by a trafficker in as little as 48 hours.
In this episode, we uncover:
Real Kansas case studies — from Wichita to Garden City to Finney County — involving runaway youth, forced marriages, and trafficking rings.
https://www.kake.com/home/man-charged-human-trafficking-sex-crimes-involving-runaway-teen/article_e307ceb9-746b-4fad-ab6f-f60ae2effd6a.html
The alarming statistics behind why runaways are so vulnerable.
How “harmless” social media comments can actually stop missing kids from being found.
📞 Lifesaving helplines and what you can do to help keep our kids safe.
These stories deserve more than a passing scroll.
🎧 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts.
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Flyers: @kansasmissingandunsolved
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National Runaway Safeline: 1-800-786-2929
National Human Trafficking Hotline: 1-888-373-7888 | Text “HELP” to 233733
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Justice by Proxy: Missing Kendra Battelo & The Internet Vigilantes That Hijacked Her Story.
What happens when a family believes law enforcement won’t act fast enough?
Kendra Battelo vanished in 2022. Her boyfriend was murdered in 2023.
Was it justice—or vengeance?
Cold Case Kansas unpacks the volatile mix of missing persons, social media, and murder.
Sources: https://kfor.com/news/local/mother-of-enid-accused-revenge-killer-reveals-prior-knowledge-of-alleged-crime/
Promo: The Last Trip Podcast with Jaimie Beebe
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👁️ Listen & subscribe for more cold cases, forgotten victims, and the dangerous consequences of internet-fueled justice.
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Children Online Summer Safety
Dangerous trends, misinformation and predators.
Trailer: https://linktr.ee/chatsunami?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=6ea47f44-34cb-4800-9472-49bf5434f804
https://www.ksde.gov/Home/Quick-Links/News-Room/Weekly-News/Feature-Story/ArtMID/6201/ArticleID/4346/Keeping-Kids-Safe-Online-Summer-Tips-for-Parents?TSPD_101_R0=0812b43512ab20004b1342dc1da589d31abd80d4cabcac72642d60719b50e30c8015f452fbd2756908d184664e143000f7a631be93d22347e386d8461bd7d62686e9cb6c8038fdc571befd00ac8254e7a596cee8ee5660177936ea89b2afde8b
Cold Case Kansas: Missing Minutes.
Kansas Missing Person Cases Brought To You In A Quick Lunch Time Bite To Share.
Two Russian immigrants, both married to the same man in the quiet town of Holton, Kansas. One vanishes without a trace. The other dies under suspicious circumstances. And the man they had in common? He’s alive, free — and now he’s the one suing the police.
Trailer : https://open.spotify.com/show/5cESmW8JiW8O1NMrX4ul4m?si=-SDXgu7pQ8eeh7fEYAs71Q
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Sources: https://charleyproject.org/case/yulia-shevtensko-larrison
https://www.wibw.com/2024/04/25/holton-cold-case-concluded-arrest-made/
https://www.cjonline.com/story/news/crime/2025/05/01/jackson-county-detective-tels-why-suit-he-faces-should-be-dismissed/83353644007/
Sounds: Pixabay
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Twenty-two-year-old Lakota Renville’s body was discovered by a passerby in October of 2005 near Blue Ridge and Pitcher Road in Independence. Renville was naked, wrapped in a blanket and possibly some carpet padding as well.
A witness told police they saw a brown early 1990s Ford Explorer in the area where Renville's body was found.
After meeting a man online Lakota’s was coerced, locked up, manipulated & trafficked.
Her family continually tried to remove her from the toxic situation.
Renville was Native American and a member of Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate tribal nation in South Dakota, where her family still lives today.
CSVANW – The Coalition to Stop Violence Against Native Women
Tribal Victim Assistance: Resources | Resources | OVC TTAC
MMIP Series | I-Team focuses on 2005 cold case murder of Lakota Renville
On July 28, 1997, in Rose Hill, Kansas, Frank Harrod calls his son, 24-year-old Franklin Harrod, Jr., also known as “Punkie,” who seems "off."
That phone call leads to uncovering a twisted love triangle & has lead investigators to the murders of two men who have been missing for decades.
Ricky L. Nelms, originally from Trinity in northwest Alabama, had moved to the Wichita area to work as a roofer. His family last saw him in February 1988 when he left with an old friend to return to Wichita
The man that connects both of these cases Jerry Trussell, currently imprisoned. Trussell is the only one, of three people convicted, still serving time.
KAKE New’s Hanah King spoke with Jerry Trussell.
EXCLUSIVE: Trussell talks from behind bars, aiding in search for missing men | | kake.com
Neither men have been located. Help bring these men home.
Rickey Nelms has been missing since 1988. Punkie Harrod was last heard from in 1997.
If you have any information that could help with recovering the remains of Rickey Nelms or Punkie Harrod, you are asked to contact the Butler County Sheriff's Office.
Email crime tips: crimetips@bucoks.com
Crime tip phone number: (316) 322-8817 or 866-484-5924
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Trailer: @chatsunamipod
We met with Jordan Martin at the Sexual Assault Awareness Center in Wichita to learn how the face of survivors & sexual assault has changed over the years.
Also, how the community can come together to support, learn & empower each other as we take back the night in Wichita Friday, April 18, 2025 7-8:45.
For the first time ever, we are keeping the party going with an afterparty at Norton's Brewing Company at 125 St Francis from 9-11 pm.
In this episode, we explore the new HBO drama "The Pitt" starring Noah Wylie and how it's bringing attention to the growing issue of violence in hospitals across the country. We'll examine specific episodes from the show that highlight the types of violence healthcare workers face, from physical assaults to verbal abuse. We'll also discuss recent cases of violence, abuse, and trauma in hospitals today, and how they're impacting healthcare workers and patients.
Through our conversation, we aim to continue the dialogue started by "The Pitt" and encourage our listeners to think critically about the issues facing our healthcare system. Join us as we explore the complexities of hospital violence and the importance of creating a safer, more supportive environment for healthcare workers and patients alike.
*Trigger Warning:* This episode discusses themes of violence, abuse, and trauma. Listener discretion is advised.
Sources:
Clips taken from @HBO TikTok page
Review: ‘The Pitt’ Is My New Medical-Drama Obsession
https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/chicago-emergency-room-doctor-stabbed-chest
Nurse attacked at hospital transferred to rehab facility
https://www.live5news.com/2025/03/11/nurse-brutally-attacked-medical-center-parking-lot-after-her-shift/
Wichita Business: Criminal Rolls - Cinnamon Roll Delivery and Pickup in Wichita, KS.
Let's keep the conversation going! Share your thoughts on hospital violence and "The Pitt" with us on social media using the hashtag #ThePittConversation
Email us at socialdetectivepodcast@gmail.com
With your Healthcare workplace stories.
Fasika Tadele was driving from his home in Orlando, FL to Wichita, KS. While in the St Louis area, he was involved in a motor vehicle accident on 4/16/2022. A tow truck driver dropped Fasika off at a gas station in St. Charles approximately 1.2 miles from where the accident occurred. That is the last time Fasika is seen or heard from again.
An unknown person had reported him missing prior to family ever being aware he was missing.
Also, it has not been established if the two are related. An un known man was seen distribruting unusual missing posters for Fasika at the gas station where Fasika was last seen. Family members deny any association with individual. Police have not acknowledged identity.
Sources: ttps://www.solvethecase.org/case/2022-8/fasika-kinfe-tadele
Trailer: https://brewcrime.com/
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30th Anniversary of Rachel Pratt. Missing or Foul Play? We were planning on releasing an update on the anniversary of Rachel’s disappearance however we’ve been struck down with a respiratory virus. I’ve lost my voice. Until that is released please refresh yourselves with Rachel’s case. Share your thoughts on our Reddit Kansas Cold Cases. Let’s make this the year Garden City Police find information on Rachel Pratt. Rachel Geraldine Pratt disappeared from Garden City, Kansas Jan. 16, 1995. She was 15 years old & a couple months pregnant. Scheduled to testify against her 18 year old boyfriend in a statutory rape case Rachel suddenly disappears. Did a burning mattress have anything to do with this case or was it a coincidence? https://www.cjonline.com/story/news/politics/state/2010/01/21/search-continues-for-missing-girl/16509089007/ https://www.doenetwork.org/cases/1317dfks.html @notaddinguppodcast Reddithttps://www.reddit.com › commentsRunaway or Foul Play? The Disappearance of Rachel Geraldine ...
We are in the process of releasing a new updated podcast on Krista’s case now that all of her records have been released.
This is a longer podcast because this was 34 years of my life. Krista Martin’s body was discovered by a friend in her home at 506 S Osage in Wichita, Kansas On October 2, 1989. 34 years later the Wichita Police Department along with family members hold a press conference naming a suspect in the case. For 34 years I’ve been battling personal demons, sending requests to family & police for any information on Krista’s case. She was a neighbor, friend, & protector. She lost her life & I began a battle. Please go to Hannah King’s https://www.kake.com/story/49761228/solving-krista-martin-genealogy-helps-identify-outofstate-man-in-decadeslong-homicide video sound bites are played in podcast. You can watch full interviews here. https://dnasolves.com/articles/krista-martin-wichita/
Evil In Enid. The murder of Colby Sheppard.
Colby Sheppard was last seen by his family on December 27, 2023. His girlfriend Kendra Battelo had disappeared in July of 2022.
Colby’s remains were discovered August 2024 & multiple arrests have been made.
Kendra Battelo remains missing.
https://kfor.com/news/local/mother-of-enid-accused-revenge-killer-reveals-prior-knowledge-of-alleged-crime/
https://www.enidnews.com/news/4-charged-with-murder-after-body-found-in-house/article_ed0f0c4a-6b0a-11ef-b2c7-37d6496780bf.html
Unsolved Roberta May Klotz Great Bend Kansas. January 7, 1987 Roberta Mae Klotz was reported missing after tucking her daughters & their friend into bed the night before. Four days later her boyfriend returns from a jail stay & finds her body strangled had been stowed in her home the entire time.
https://www.gbtribune.com/news/local-news/after-32-years-klotz-family-still-seeks-closure/
Wow Cakes https://www.facebook.com/share/MhfkiY6PuWM7RoAN/?mibextid=LQQJ4d
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Rerelease on anniversary of crime. Interview with Desiree Werth sister of Mandi Alexander one of the victims of the Dolly Madison Bakery Homicide. There is a petition requesting FBI assistance with the case. https://www.ksn.com/news/crime/new-evidence-in-20-year-old-great-bend-murder/amp/ Please Sign Petition https://chng.it/PJ9RRMJ7 @dying2befoundpodcast @truecrimedeclassifiedpodcast @thatsnotgoodpodcast @trucrimePIPodcast @uncovered.com
Missing & Murdered Yolanda Hernandez Garden City, Kansas September 10, 1992.
Case recommended by the Garden City Police Department Kansas.
Resources:
https://www.doenetwork.org/cases/4236dfks.html
Trailer: @ChatsunamiPod
Anyone with information can call Crime Stoppers at 275-7807, the GCPD at 620-276-1300 or the sheriff's office at 620-272-3700.
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