True Crime Garage Santa Rosa Murders ////// Missing Girls
Sep 24, 2025
Explore the chilling Santa Rosa Hitchhiker Murders from the early 1970s, where young women mysteriously vanished while hitchhiking. Discover the haunting details of the initial investigations, including the shocking discovery of remains and the early missteps by law enforcement. Unravel the tragic stories of victims like Yvonne Weber and Kim Wendy Allen, as hosts discuss the patterns linking these cases. The blend of true crime and critical analysis keeps listeners on edge, eager for the next installment.
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Hitchhiking As A Common Risk
- Hitchhiking in the 1970s was widespread and normalized among young people and students.
- That cultural norm placed vulnerable individuals within strangers' vehicles without safety guardrails like phones or ride apps.
Two Girls Vanish After Skating Night
- Two girls, Yvonne Weber (13) and Maureen Sterling (12), left a skating rink and were last seen getting into a vehicle near Guerneville Road.
- Their parents reported them missing when they failed to return for pickup at 11 p.m.
Delayed Discovery And Minimal Evidence
- The skeletal remains of Yvonne and Maureen were found 10 months later at Franz Valley and linked by dental records.
- The site yielded minimal personal effects, suggesting bodies were moved and discarded in remote brush.