The Disappearance of Susan Powell: What Happened That Night

In Part Two of this series, we move from who Susan Powell was to what happened after she vanished — and why investigators quickly believed she did not leave voluntarily.

This episode examines the night Susan disappeared, the immediate aftermath, and the mounting evidence that led police to believe she was the victim of homicide. We walk through Josh Powell’s actions, the condition of the Powell home, and the growing concerns shared by friends, family, and law enforcement.

Part Two covers:

• The last confirmed day Susan was seen
• Why she was reported missing by a friend — not her husband
• Josh Powell’s behavior before and after Susan vanished
• Evidence of cleanup inside the Powell home
• What was found during searches of the Powell home
• Early investigative conclusions and why police believed Susan was murdered
• Initial searches for Susan and why none were successful

Susan Powell has never been found.

But the evidence left behind tells a troubling story.

This episode contains discussion of domestic abuse, coercive control, and suspected homicide. No graphic details are included. Listener discretion is advised.

*If you or someone you know is experiencing fear or control in a relationship, help is available.

National Domestic Violence Hotline (U.S.)

1-800-799-SAFE

https://www.thehotline.org/

• COLD Podcast- https://thecoldpodcast.com/season-1/
• Susan Powell’s emails and personal writings
• West Valley City Police records-https://www.ksl.com/article/25263938/west-valley-city-photos-documents-relating-to-the-susan-powell-case
• Verified reporting from KSL, Deseret News, and The Salt Lake Tribune
• Susan Powell video diary of persoanl property- https://youtu.be/cwTi_WDSkmo?si=lTCACwKUK9EtKEKN