***LIVE*** MAINE DHHS FAILURES AND CORRUPTION

***LIVE*** MAINE DHHS FAILURES AND CORRUPTION

Author: Travis hartford July 18, 2025 Duration: 1:29:20
Tonight, we are privileged to welcome Corey, a passionate advocate who has taken to social media to shed light on the shortcomings of Maine's Child Protective Services (CPS) and the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). Corey's commitment to raising awareness about these critical issues is vital, especially as we delve into the heartbreaking stories of children who have suffered due to systemic failures. Among the cases we will examine are those of Marissa Kennedy, Ayla Reynolds, and Maddox Williams, each of whom tragically lost their lives or went missing while in the care of a parent, highlighting the dire consequences of negligence within the system.In addition to these tragic cases, we will also discuss the heartbreaking stories of foster children Logan Marr and Majesty Macfarlane, both of whom died while under the supervision of their foster parents. These incidents raise urgent questions about the effectiveness of the protective measures in place and the accountability of those responsible for the welfare of vulnerable children. The circumstances surrounding these cases reveal a troubling pattern that cannot be ignored, as they underscore the critical need for reform within CPS and DHHS to ensure that children are safeguarded from harm.As we explore these distressing narratives, we must confront the pressing question: why are so many children dying while under the care of CPS and DHHS in Maine? This inquiry is not merely about statistics; it is about the lives lost and the families shattered by preventable tragedies. Tonight, we aim to foster a deeper understanding of the systemic issues at play and advocate for meaningful changes that prioritize the safety and well-being of children in the state.

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***Eric "Hero" Radley -Missing in Hollywood [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:23
Eric Radley's last known communication with his family was on February 9, 2022, while he was in Palos Verdes Estates, California. At the time of his disappearance, he was transient and known to panhandle in the Los Angel…
***LIVE*** TINA STADIG -The Law Let Her Down [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:37
Tina Stadig went missing from Skowhegan, Maine on May 28, 2017, and was later spotted near the Bangor Area Homeless Shelter on July 10. However, there have been no further sightings of her since then. It is concerning th…
***LIVE*** Christopher Dietterick-Missing in Plain Sight [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:11
On the 30th of May, 2019, Chris's routine day began as usual. Around 11:15AM, he was spotted on surveillance footage at the Help Center, where he obtained an external battery for his mobile phone. After leaving the facil…
***LIVE***Liz Perkins -The Law Let Her Down [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:07:37
Liz Munster, also known as Perkins, was last seen on the evening of July 31st, 2018, when Warren Sidelinger picked her up from a friend's house in Augusta, Maine. Unfortunately, Liz never returned home, and her family su…
***LIVE*** What Happened to Diana Rose Gonzalez? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:00
Diana, a resident of Winterhaven, California, was last seen at her residence that she shared with her girlfriend. The timeline of her disappearance is somewhat uncertain, as her family last heard from her on April 29, 20…
***LIVE*** Bringing Home Charle Resh [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:20:13
Charlie Resh was last seen on May 18, 2021, after being left at a residence belonging to a known drug dealer in Belfast, Maine. He was dressed in a hooded sweatshirt and blue jeans, with a notable scar on his forearm. Ad…
***LIVE***BOBBY STEELE DESERVES JUSTICE [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:16:19
Bobby Steele, who had been missing since April 11, 2023, was discovered deceased inside a wall of a vacant building located on the 600 block of Delaware Avenue in Wilmington. Bobby had departed from the residence he shar…
***LIVE*** The Boys On The Tracks -The Cape Breton 3 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:11:17
In July 1970, 3 young men from Cape Breton, Nova Scotia -- Kenny Novak, David Burrows, Terry Burt -- left on a camping trip in the highlands of Cape Breton. How their bodies, having been run over by a train, came to be o…
***LIVE*** Searching for Serenity Dennard [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:18
Serenity, a resident of the Black Hills Children's Home (BHCH), a treatment center for children with emotional and behavioral problems, was last seen on February 3, 2019, at 10:45 a.m. while playing in the gym with three…
***LIVE***What Really Happened to Erik Foote [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:19:06
On a cold January night Erik Foote of Washburn, Maine is picked up by police officer Chandler Cole after suffering a mental health episode dressed in only jeans in a t-shirt. According to the family, officer Cole says he…