Dateline NBC The Day Alissa Disappeared
Dec 5, 2023
A 17-year-old girl, Alissa Turney, disappears in Phoenix, leading to a shocking investigation uncovering dark family secrets. Detectives find explosives and a disturbing manifesto, raising suspicions towards Alissa's stepfather. The lack of video evidence, witness testimonies of abuse, and a possible motive for her disappearance emerge. Despite the absence of physical evidence, the prosecution seeks justice, presenting circumstantial evidence against Alissa's father.
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Alyssa's Last Day
- Alyssa Turney, 17, planned to attend her friend Chris Ridenour's graduation.
- She was excited to see Chris walk the stage and celebrate with him afterward.
The Disappearance
- Mike Turney claimed he picked Alyssa up early from school to discuss summer plans.
- They argued, Alyssa went to her room, and when they returned, she was gone, leaving a note.
Mysterious Phone Call
- A week after Alyssa's disappearance, Mike received a phone call.
- He claimed it was Alyssa, using curse words and telling him to leave her alone.