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When 19-year-old Morgan Bauer packed her bags and left Aberdeen, South Dakota for Atlanta, Georgia in February 2016, she was chasing big city dreams and independence. With the confidence of youth, she arranged temporary housing through Craigslist and planned to find her footing in a new city far from home. Within days of her arrival, Morgan had vanished without a trace.

The search for Morgan would span years, with her family and friends desperately seeking answers while authorities followed leads that repeatedly went cold. Morgan's last known movements paint a picture of a young woman in survival mode – after her housing arrangement fell through after just one night, she found work as an exotic dancer at a local club. Her final communications included social media posts showing her at a local park, with an unidentified man visible in the background. Then, silence.

Seven years would pass before investigators received the tip that would finally break the case open. In July 2023, authorities searched a property less than a mile from where Morgan was last seen, making the grim discovery of her remains. The subsequent arrests of Jonathan Warren and Katelyn Globe revealed a crime of shocking brutality – Morgan had been strangled, her body dismembered and burned. Warren would later plead guilty to additional charges of necrophilia, receiving a life sentence without possibility of parole.

Through heart-wrenching victim statements, Morgan's family shared the ongoing impact of their loss. Her stepmother's powerful words capture the essence of their grief: "She has now been missing longer than I got to be with her... Everything that was taken from Morgan was taken from us." This episode examines not just the tragic circumstances of Morgan's death, but the painful reality that young women's choices are often scrutinized more harshly than the actions of those who harm them. Join us as we explore Morgan's story and honor her memory beyond the horrific circumstances of her death.

Source Material:

Fox 5 Atlanta Digital Team, jJanuary 10, 2024,Missing Morgan Bauer: Suspects pleads guilty to Porterdale teen’s murder https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/missing-morgan-bauer-suspect-pleads-guilty-to-porterdale-teens-murder

Farberov, Snejana, July 28, 2023, FBI searching Georgia home for remains in 2016 disappearance of 19-year-old Morgan Bauer, https://nypost.com/2023/07/28/fbi-search-home-in-2016-disappearance-of-morgan-bauer/

Jackson, Reeves, October12, 2023, 2 arrested in connection to Atlanta woman’s disappearance, death charged wtih murder: indictments, https://www.11alive.com/article/news/crime/indictments-suspects-morgan-bauer-case/85-e2b55009-e89b-4662-8965-79f2b96ead24

FBI Atlanta, Public affairs specialist Jenna Sellitto, Jan 11, 2024, Guilty Plea in Murder of Morgan Bauer, https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/atlanta/news/guilty-plea-in-murder-of-morgan-bauer

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The disappearance of Angela Freeman stops you cold—a pregnant teenager vanishes after a late-night argument, leaving behind nothing but her abandoned car, an uncashed paycheck, and a trail of blood near Monet Bridge. Most disturbing wasn't just her disappearance, but how thoroughly local law enforcement botched the investigation from the start.

When Angela's uncle discovered her prized Honda Accord with doors ajar near the bridge she always feared, Perry County officers dismissed what was clearly blood beside the car as "transmission fluid." They refused search dogs, declined help from neighboring agencies, and told her frantic mother this was simply "a case of a girl who lost her car." Only after media involvement did authorities finally take action, revealing Angela's blood-soaked shoes scattered near the bridge and evidence someone had entered the nearby river.

Three decades later, multiple questions remain. Was it her ex-boyfriend Stephen, last seen arguing with her at 1AM? Her mother's racist boyfriend who'd taken out a life insurance policy on Angela weeks earlier? Or someone connected to the complicated love triangle involving her friend's boyfriend? While jurisdictional failures and evidence mishandling have complicated the case, Angela's family continues fighting for justice, particularly her brother Nicholas who keeps her memory alive through music and advocacy.

This case serves as a haunting reminder of how crucial those initial investigative hours are—and what happens when those tasked with finding justice fail their most vulnerable citizens. If you have information about Angela Freeman's disappearance, please contact the authorities. Some secrets can't remain buried forever, even in the shadows of Monet Bridge.

https://www.nbcnews.com/feature/cold-case-spotlight/mother-brother-looking-answers-25-years-after-pregnant-mississippi-teen-n912151
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Sept. 21, 2018, 9:33 PM CDT
By Juliet Muir


By Will Polston
Published: Sep. 11, 2022 at 11:35 PM CDT
https://www.wdam.com/2022/09/12/29-years-later-angela-freeman-case-remains-open/

https://www.wjtv.com/news/in-depth-reports/missing-angela-freeman-last-seen-in-petal-28-years-ago/

https://unsolvedmysteries.fandom.com/wiki/Angela_Freeman

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Ever wondered what happened to all those vampires that supposedly haunted New Orleans? They're still here—but they're not what you think.

Journey with us as we pull back the curtain on modern vampire communities thriving right under our noses. Maven Lore, the reluctant king of New Orleans' Vampire Court, and Merticus of the Atlanta Vampire Alliance reveal a world where garlic is welcome on pizza, coffins are replaced by comfortable beds, and acceptance is the highest value.

We explore the three fascinating types of modern vampires: sanguinarians who consume small amounts of blood from tested donors, tantric vampires who draw energy from physical touch, and psychic vampires who can absorb energy from something as simple as a stranger's smile. These communities exist worldwide, creating safe spaces where people from all backgrounds can find belonging without judgment.

Forget the Hollywood stereotypes—today's vampires are your neighbors, coworkers, and friends. They hold day jobs as graphic designers, DJs, and antique furniture experts. While they might don fangs for special events, their vampire identity is just one aspect of their multifaceted lives.

The episode takes a serious turn as we discuss real vampire hunters who terrorized the community in the 1990s, including a shocking stabbing incident. We also share information about the Unity Project, a new website connecting vampire communities nationwide. www.unityproject.life

Whether you're vampire-curious or simply fascinated by subcultures that challenge social norms, this episode offers a rare glimpse into a world where being different isn't just accepted—it's celebrated. Listen now to discover the true power of finding your tribe in unexpected places.

Source Material:

Varner, Grant, Oct 2022, Vampires in New Orleans, sink your teeth into this interview, https://www.whereyat.com/vampires-in-new-orleans

Andrew, Scottie, Oct 2022, Inside the world of real-life vampires in New Orleans and Atlanta, https://www.cnn.com/2022/10/29/us/real-vampires-new-orleans-atlanta-cec