Casefile True Crime Case 96: The Toy Box (Part 3)
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Oct 5, 2018 Investigators make a chilling breakthrough by identifying another victim of David Parker Ray. The story delves into the traumatic experiences of survivors and the haunting memories of captivity. Legal battles unfold, revealing plea deals and the complexities of the trial. Connections to missing persons, like Billy Bowers, highlight the elusive quest for justice. Ray's deeply disturbing past shapes his violent fantasies, leaving a troubling legacy that continues to impact the investigation into many unresolved cases.
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Kelly Van Cleve's Disappearance
- Kelly Van Cleve disappeared for three days after an argument with her husband, Patrick Murphy.
- She was found disoriented and returned home by a state park employee, later identified as David Parker Ray.
Identifying Kelly Van Cleve
- Janet Murphy, Kelly's former mother-in-law, recognized Ray on a news report and contacted the FBI.
- Another woman also called in, identifying the swan tattoo shown in the media as Kelly's.
Kelly's Recovered Memories
- The FBI contacted Kelly and showed her the photo of the swan tattoo from Ray's videotape.
- Kelly confirmed it was hers, and the video showed Ray assaulting her; she began experiencing vivid nightmares.