Missing in the Midwest: The Disappearance of Wendy Gessing

from Case Uncovered · host Jen Rivera

Fifty-year-old Wendy Gessing was last seen on June 12, 2021, during her shift at Pizzas By Marchelloni in Crest Hill, Illinois. She told a coworker she was stepping out to give someone a ride and would be right back… but she never returned. Her vehicle was later found in Joliet, and her phone was recovered in Romeoville, leaving a timeline that still hasn’t been fully explained. Years later, the question remains…what happened to Wendy Gessing?In this episode of Case Uncovered, I continue the Tuesday bonus series Missing in the Midwest, highlighting missing persons cases across Illinois and the Midwest to bring renewed awareness for families still searching for answers.If you have any information about the disappearance of Wendy Gessing please contact: Crest Hill Police Department815-741-5111Or submit a tip anonymously to:Will County Crime Stoppers800-323-6734Support the Podcast If you enjoy Case Uncovered, please consider leaving a five-star rating and review. It helps the podcast reach more listeners and bring awareness to these casesUpcoming Event I'll be attending the Beyond the Crime Convention in Albuquerque, New Mexico on April 11–12 at the Isleta Resort & Casino Tickets are still available - use code BEYOND-JEN for a discounted rateThis episode is sponsored by Safely, a women-founded company creating modern personal safety tools designed to help you feel more confident and prepared in everyday life. From personal pepper spray to tools like the Safely Sidekick, their products are designed with safety, accessibility, and empowerment in mind.Learn more or shop their products here:https://livesafely.co/JENUse code JEN at checkout for 10% off your orderCase Uncovered is a part of the non-profit The Reignited Project. I founded The Reignited Project, a 501(c)(3) dedicated to supporting families of the missing and murdered through advocacy, education, and resources. After walking through a missing persons case within my own family, that mission became even more personal. We are now developing the Linda Brown Advocacy Protocol, a trauma-informed initiative designed to help families navigate the early stages of a missing persons case with clarity and support. Learn more: www.thereignitedproject.comSupport the show: https://buymeacoffee.com/jenriverainvestigates Connect with me on social:Instagram: @jenriverainvestigatiesFacebook: Jen Rivera InvestigatesYouTube: @jenriverainvestigatesVisit my website: jenriverainvestigates.com Case Uncovered is a Reignited Media & Fire Eyes Media Production hosted & Produced by Jen Rivera.Sources For This Episode:The Herald-News (Shaw Local)ABC7 ChicagoFox 32 ChicagoPatch.comCook County Sheriff Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/case-uncovered--6440550/support.

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