***LIVE***HUNTING A GHOST -THE LECESSE FILES

***LIVE***HUNTING A GHOST -THE LECESSE FILES

Author: Travis hartford January 31, 2026 Duration: 1:01:21
Imagine your son calls you, breathless and terrified, claiming he’s being hunted by "people in high places." You tell him to come home, but he never arrives. When the police find his car, his shoes, and his backpack scattered across the woods of Dartmouth, they discover something even more bizarre: Charlie Allen Jr. no longer exists. Just days before vanishing, he had legally changed his name to Neo Babson Maximus.It is now 2026, and the trail has been cold for nearly two decades—but Private Investigator John Leccese is still hunting for the truth. In this gripping interview, the former detective takes us inside the investigation that defined his career and continues to haunt him.In this episode, we tackle the questions that won't go away:The Paranoid Protocol: We deconstruct the final, frantic voicemails. Was Charlie’s fear of "important people" a symptom of his bipolar disorder, or did he stumble upon something he wasn't supposed to see at UMass Dartmouth?The "Polite" Intruder: John Leccese walks us through the strangest lead in the file—the man matching Charlie’s description who broke into a local home, apologized to the homeowner by name, and then dissolved back into the forest.Sifting the Shadows: From organized ground searches to analyzing 19 years of "sightings," Leccese reveals the hardest part of tracking a man who didn't want to be found.The 2026 Breakthrough? We discuss how modern technology and renewed interest in cold cases are putting pressure on the original evidence. Is there a digital footprint for "Neo" that we’ve missed?Guest Spotlight:John Leccese, owner of Orion Investigations, is a retired law enforcement officer who has become the Allen family’s strongest ally. He brings a tactical, "no-stone-unturned" perspective to a case that sits at the intersection of mental health and mystery.Be the Key to the Case:Charlie's family deserves peace. If you have any information, no matter how small, please contact Orion Investigations at (781) 435-1139 or the Massachusetts State Police at (508) 993-8373To follow us on all our social media platforms:https://linktr.ee/locatingthelost?utm...#TrueCrimeCommunity#Crime#TrueCrimePodcast#Podcast#CrimeStory#Crimestory#Mystery #MurderMystery#ColdCase#Unsolved#MissingPerson#CriminalJustice

Travis Hartford hosts Locating the Lost, a journey into the shadows where facts fade and questions linger. Each episode is a deep, respectful exploration of cases that have slipped through the cracks-individuals who have vanished without a trace, cold cases that defy conventional explanation, and occasional brushes with the unexplained that surround such events. The focus here is on the human stories at the heart of the mystery, told with a careful balance of detail and empathy. You’ll hear Travis delve into the available evidence, discuss the theories that have emerged over time, and often sit with the unsettling reality that some puzzles remain incomplete. This isn't about sensationalism; it's about the persistent search for answers in the face of silence. For anyone drawn to the complexities of true crime and the haunting possibility of the paranormal, this podcast offers a thoughtful, compelling space to consider what happens when someone simply disappears. The atmosphere is one of quiet investigation, making it a distinctive voice in the genre.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Locating the Lost
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***LIVE*** IT'S TIME TO SPEAK UP FOR DAVID MITCHELL [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:35:54
David Mitchell, a 48-year-old resident of Rothesay, has been missing since September 9, when he was last seen being dropped off at a camp in Whites Mountain, located just a short 20-minute drive from Sussex. His family i…
***LIVE*** STEFANIE DAMRON MISSING 52 DAYS [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:39:37
A 14-year-old girl from Maine has been missing for over a month, having last been seen leaving her home in New Sweden and venturing into the nearby woods. Stefanie Damron was reported missing on September 24, a day after…
***LIVE*** Molly Bish 13 minutes to murder [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:36
In the summer of 2000, a 16-year-old named Molly Anne Bish, born on August 2, 1983, took on the role of a lifeguard at Comins Pond in Warren, Massachusetts. On June 26, the day preceding her mysterious disappearance, her…
***LIVE***Bob Smith -The Lost Hunter [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:22:07
Tonight we are joined by Marjorie Bither the daughter of Bob Smith, missing in Maine. On November 18, 1997, a bright and crisp autumn day unfolded as Bob Smith, a 70-year-old farmer from Caribou, embarked on a deer hunti…
***LIVE***Justice for Liz Lafortune [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:25:48
Tonight we are joined by Michelle the sister of Liz Lafortune. On September 27, 2022, the lifeless body of Liz Lafortune was discovered in a motel in Sanford, Maine. Despite the presence of extensive blood evidence throu…
***LIVE*** FINDING PRINCE -A Mothers Search For Her Son [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:42:55
Tonight we are joined by Miranda, a mother whose son, Prince, has been missing since May of this year. The situation has been incredibly painful for her, as the child's father has denied her any contact with him. When sh…
***LIVE*** REVICTIMIZATION-INTERNET GRIEF TROLLS [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00:56
The burden of seeking justice for a missing or murdered loved one often falls heavily on the family, who must navigate a complex and painful journey. However, this struggle can be further complicated when law enforcement…
***LIVE***JUSTICE FOR THE BUCKSPORT FOUR [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:20:47
In December 2013, the untimely and mysterious death of Christy Appleby raised eyebrows and sparked speculation. Fast forward to January 2017, when Colin Arey vanished without a trace, leaving behind a cloud of uncertaint…
***LIVE***Missing Braonain McGinnis -A Mystery in Maryland [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:16
On December 21, 2023, Braonain's phone ceased to send notifications near the rear entrance of the Marley Station Mall located in Maryland, marking the last known activity before his mysterious disappearance. Days later,…
***LIVE*** Open Forum-A True Crime Discussion [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:56:38
Tonight we talk with you, the viewer about cases you are following. Viewers join us live on camera to state their opinions and to help bring light to the missing and unsolved. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters…