EPISODE · May 5, 2020 · 33 MIN
California: The Maps and Chevy's Vanishing
from Foul Play: A Historical True Crime Podcast · host Shane L. Waters, Wendy Cee, Gemma Hoskins
On a fateful autumn day, a life vanished, leaving behind questions and maps that endless searches try to resolve. In 'Chevy's Vanishing,' we retrace the footsteps and important missteps that led to Chevy Wheeler's disappearance on October 16, 1985. This third installment of Season 3 of The Maps series unveils the details behind the heartache endured by her family, communities, and investigators. Chevy, a young teenager full of dreams, symbolized hope and youthful vibrancy in her Stockton, California neighborhood. Her unexplained vanishing left a profound void, spiraling her loved ones into a relentless pursuit for answers. The context of 1980s California saw rising disparities and technological shifts that posed both challenges and tools for crime-solving agencies. In this milieu, the response to Chevy Wheeler's case reflects the broader dynamics in cold case investigations, the elusiveness of justice, and the enduring hope for resolutions. With we share intimate interviews recounting Chevy's story, reminding listeners of the haunting legacy left by the unresolved, and the unrelenting community efforts to restore a sense of peace. Tune into experts as they discuss the power of resolve and remembrance, painting a picture of communal resilience faced with indescribable loss. --- Support Foul Play: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/foulplaypodcast Website: https://www.mythsandmalice.com/show/foul-play/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/foul-play-crime-series/id1525832703 Follow us: Instagram: @foulplaycrimeseries Twitter: @foulplaypodOur Sponsors:* Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com* Check out Mood and use my code SHANE for a great deal: https://mood.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
What this episode covers
In "Chevy's Vanishing," the third episode of "The Maps," we journey into the heart-wrenching story of Chevy Wheeler's disappearance on October 16th, 1985. Hosts Shane and Wendy lead the audience through the unsettling circumstances of that day, when Chevy, after telling friends she would be skipping school with Wesley Shermantine, became engulfed in a mystery that would haunt her family for decades.The episode features an emotionally charged interview with Chevy's mother, Paula, who recounts the last moments she shared with her daughter. Her vivid memories paint a poignant picture of the events that preceded Chevy's disappearance, immersing listeners in the family's world of confusion, hope, and despair.Twenty-seven years after that fateful day, the discovery of Chevy's remains in a shallow grave brings a bitter closure to her case. This episode thoughtfully examines the long-lasting impact of this discovery, not only on Chevy's family but also on the community forever altered by the horrors of the Speed Freak Killers.Chevy's Vanishing is more than a recounting of a crime; it is a narrative that honors the memory of a life lost too soon and the relentless quest for truth. It's an episode that promises to resonate deeply with listeners, offering a window into the enduring human spirit in the face of tragedy.For further exploration of this haunting tale, visit itsfoulplay.com, where the story continues to unfold in pursuit of justice and understanding. Our Sponsors: * Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com * Check out Mood and use my code SHANE for a great deal: https://mood.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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