The Unsolved Murder of Wilma June Nissen

from Case Uncovered · host Jen Rivera

In 1978, Wilma June Nissen was just 23 years old when her life was violently taken. For decades, her murder remained a mystery, and her name was unknown to the world. Wilma never got to meet her daughter — but that hasn’t stopped her daughter from fighting every day to find the truth about what happened to her mom. This isn’t just a case file. It’s a story about family, about love that never faded, and about the fight for justice that’s still going strong after all these years...A special thank you to Wilma's daughter for partnering with me for today's episode.If you have any information about the murder of Wilma June Nissen please contact:Detective Jerry Birkey, Lyon County Sheriff’s Office: (712) 472-8300 or Special Agent J.R. Mathis, Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation: (712) 252-0507To submit an anonymous tip call: 712-472-8334Connect with me on social:Instagram: @jenriverainvestigatiesFacebook: Jen Rivera InvestigatesYouTube: @jenriverainvestigatesVisit my website: jenriverainvestigates.com Case Uncovered is a part of the non-profit Shores of Strength. It is a podcast dedicated to families of the missing and murdered who are still looking for answers about these cases. To learn more about SOS and our mission visit shoresofstrength.org Case Uncovered is a Reignited Media and Fire Eyes Media Production hosted by Jen Rivera.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/case-uncovered--6440550/support.

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