Buried Bones - a historical true crime podcast with Kate Winkler Dawson and Paul Holes Out of Focus PT 2
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Dec 11, 2024 AI Snips
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The First Victims
- In Los Angeles, 1957, a model named Judy disappeared after a photography gig.
- Months later, children found skeletal remains, and another woman, Shirley, vanished after a date.
Ruth Mercado's Disappearance
- A landlord discovered Ruth Mercado, another model, missing from her boarding house, her pets distressed.
- Police found nude photos in her room, seemingly diminishing their interest in the case.
Family Involvement
- The lack of family involvement in Ruth's case hindered the investigation compared to cases with engaged families.
- Police often prioritize cases with involved families, potentially overlooking crucial evidence in others.