Ovida 'Cricket' Coogler

"Preserving History and Democracy" presents an exhilarating new episode! Join Chief Deputy County Clerk, Caroline Zamora, Communications Coordinator, Cynthia Mendoza, and Producer Bernardine Caporale as they delve into the mysterious 1949 murder of young Las Cruces waitress, Ovida 'Cricket' Coogler. First,  the ladies delve into Coogler's background and her upbringing challenges. Then, they discuss Coogler's sudden disappearance and the insufficient efforts made by local law enforcement to locate her. Next, they discuss some of the theories surrounding her disappearance and how the illegal activities surrounding the area at the time might have played a part in the coverup. Finally, the ladies share their final thoughts on who they believe was responsible for the murder of Ms. Coogler and the consequences that followed. This episode will have you on the edge of your seat!  Hosted By: Caroline Zamora, Cynthia Mendoza and Bernardine Caporale Produced by: Cynthia Mendoza, Bernardine Caporale and Jacob Slaughter Edited by: Jacob Slaughter Music: " Aftershocks" by Ardie Son