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May 30, 2022
What initially seems straight-forward becomes increasingly complicated. A story of a family who wants to know what happened to their sister, cousin, and child: Sandy.
Matt
Mar 17, 2022
Terrible. No journalism here, just narration.
What Happened to Sandy Beal investigates the violent death of a young woman who dreamed of a career in law enforcement. The search for answers leads to accusations of conspiracy and cover up that have haunted her family for more than 40 years. Investigative journalist Melissa Jeltsen untangles the mystery at the heart of the case — and reveals a troubling pattern of behavior by local police.
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Bonus: The Other Sandra
1320
In this bonus episode, Melissa talks with Laura Crimaldi — a reporter for The Boston Globe — who is covering a contemporary case with eerie similarities to Sandy Beal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. |
May 05, 2023 |
Good Grief
1995
The Beal family is faced with a daunting task that threatens to divide them. Sandy’s final words are cast in a new light. If you or someone you know is considering self-harm, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, or text "STRENGTH" to Crisis Text Line at 741-741 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. |
May 04, 2022 |
The Unraveling
1790
Sandy’s cousin Kim meets with a cold case detective who offers her something unexpected - and transformative. If you or someone you know is considering self-harm, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, or text "STRENGTH" to Crisis Text Line at 741-741 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. |
Apr 22, 2022 |
Divided Minds
1992
The Beals' distrust of police leaves even the most basic facts about Sandy's case up for interpretation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. |
Apr 15, 2022 |
Update: Sandy's Police File
922
Sandy’s newly released police file reveals that she sought help from law enforcement months before her death. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. |
Apr 06, 2022 |
The Stink
1770
The exact nature of Sandy's relationships with local police officers comes under new scrutiny.
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Mar 30, 2022 |
My Life As A Cop Freak
2065
A journal entry sheds light on Sandy’s desires to be a police officer. When she suddenly dies, the homicide detective tasked with her case is inundated with strange phone calls. If you or someone you know is considering self-harm, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, or text "STRENGTH" to Crisis Text Line at 741-741. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. |
Mar 23, 2022 |
Dear Doug
2308
Unbeknownst to her parents, Sandy Beal was secretly dating a married state trooper at the time of her death. The letter she left him in her car leaves her family with more questions than answers. If you or someone you know is considering self-harm, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, or text "STRENGTH" to Crisis Text Line at 741-741. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. |
Mar 16, 2022 |
The Girl In The Pole Yard
2065
For more than forty years, Kim Parmer has been haunted by the prospect that someone murdered her cousin, Sandy Beal, in 1977. Award-winning reporter Melissa Jeltsen investigates the mysterious death of a teenage girl in Prince George's County, Maryland. If you or someone you know is considering self-harm, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, or text "STRENGTH" to Crisis Text Line at 741-741.
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. |
Mar 09, 2022 |
Introducing: What Happened To Sandy Beal
187
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Mar 02, 2022 |