Lesbian Detectives

Silent Doors: The Unsolved Murder of Greta Rainey

In this episode of Lesbian Detectives, hosts Sierra and Elizabeth examine the 1987 murder of Greta Denise Rainey, a woman whose life has been obscured by time, misinformation, and erasure. Notably, there are no known public photographs of Greta, and her name has been repeatedly misspelled in articles and records over the years, complicating efforts to accurately document her story. Her death and the wrongful suspicion cast on her partner, Roxanne Johnson shocked their community and left lasting harm.
Decades later, modern DNA testing linked Greta’s killing to the 1985 murder of Florence Eyssalenne, suggesting a possible serial attacker familiar with the apartment building. The suspect remains unknown, and a $50,000 reward is still being offered.
The hosts discuss the case details, investigative gaps, the devastating impact on the families, and the renewed hope that advances in forensic science and fresh attention could finally bring justice—and proper recognition—to Greta’s name and life.
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Reference: https://newsisout.com/2022/10/newly-processed-dna-evidence-surfaces-in-1987-d-c-lesbian-murder/7001/
https://www.washingtonpost.com/archive/local/1987/05/14/2nd-woman-in-2-years-killed-in-se-building/e9b68c11-ba39-46b9-aa3c-c84d1258f2f6/
 
 
 

Stolen on Brandy Avenue: The Barbara Barnes Mystery

This episode examines the 1995 abduction and unsolved murder of 13-year-old Barbara Barnes, the investigation that followed, and the suspects and theories that remain. Hosts Sierra and Elizabeth review evidence, possible links to other Ohio cases, and their own research and theories.
Through interviews, timelines, and local details, the episode explores why this case still haunts the community and what clues could finally lead to justice.
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Reference: https://medium.com/@Charlie_OBrien/the-unsolved-murder-of-barbara-barnes-59f978a04a3d

Babysitter in the Dark: The Janett Christman Mystery

Tonight's episode tells the chilling 1950 story of 13-year-old Janett Christman, who was raped and murdered while babysitting in Columbia, Missouri. We recount the night of the crime, the investigation, and the evidence that pointed suspicion toward a family acquaintance.
Hosts Sierra and Elizabeth discuss the community fear, investigative missteps, lingering theories, and the lasting impact on Janet's family as the unsolved case continues to haunt Columbia for decades.
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Reference: https://the-line-up.com/janett-christman-the-babysitter-murder
https://www.columbiatribune.com/story/news/politics/government/2010/03/07/who-killed-janett-christman/984978007/?gnt-cfr=1&gca-cat=p&gca-uir=true&gca-epti=z119567d00----v119567b0095xxd119565&gca-ft=129&gca-ds=sophi
https://medium.com/@cindyparmiter/a-babysitters-worst-nightmare-the-shocking-unsolved-murder-of-janett-christman-94045c928bb8
 
 
 

The Disappearance of Sage Smith

Hosts Sierra and Elizabeth investigate the 2012 disappearance of 19‑year‑old transgender woman Sage Smith in Charlottesville. They trace her life, the night she vanished after a birthday gathering, and the person of interest linked to her last known contacts.
The episode covers family memories, community concerns about bias, the role of Eric McFadden as a suspect, and how years of silence led to a recent breakthrough when investigators located and interviewed a possible lead.
Through interviews and theories, the hosts call for justice, remembrance, and tips that could finally bring answers for Sage’s family and community.
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Reference:
https://www.12onyourside.com/2020/11/20/investigation-into-disappearance-sage-smith-enters-th-year/
https://storiesoftheunsolved.com/2020/05/02/the-disappearance-of-sage-smith/
https://cvillerightnow.com/news/208802-cpd-find-person-of-interest-in-dashad-sage-smith-case/

The Silent Apartment: The Unsolved Murder of Laurie Kay Marshburn

Hosts Sierra and Elizabeth of Lesbian Detectives revisit the brutal 1986 stabbing of Laurie Kay Marshburn 
in a Phoenix apartment and the unsettling pattern of nearby murders that followed. With little public information available, they explore the case details, community impact, and theories about possible links and suspects.
The episode is a concise look at a cold case that slipped through the cracks, honoring Lori's memory while urging renewed attention and justice.
 
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Reference: https://www.reddit.com/r/TrueCrimeDiscussion/comments/1okht7q/the_forgotten_brutal_murder_of_laurie_kay/
 

“Their Names Deserve Justice: Tanya Moore & Tina Rodriguez”

This episode tells the story of Tanya Moore and Tina Rodriguez, two transgender women murdered in 1986 whose deaths were brutal, mishandled by authorities, and remain officially unsolved. It explores the crime, the community that loved them, and the missed opportunities for justice.
More than a true-crime timeline, the episode remembers their lives, examines systemic failures, and urges listeners to speak their names and demand accountability.
 
“Apologies in advance! We didn’t hear our child screaming in the background during recording, so a few parts may have some noise.”
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Reference: https://transtruecrime.blogspot.com/2018/07/tanya-moore-and-tina-rodriguez.html 
 
 

Yellow Jeep on Highway 68: The Murder of Brittany Stykes

Lesbian Detectives hosts Sierra and Elizabeth revisit the unsolved 2013 ambush murder of  Brittany Stykes  — a pregnant young mother shot on a rural road while her daughter, Aubree, miraculously survived. This episode pieces together the night, the investigation, and the family’s fight for answers. We explore theories, community impact, and the ongoing search for justice. If you have information, contact the Brown County Sheriff’s Office — every tip could matter.
 
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Reference: https://www.browncountyohiosheriff.us/special-cases https://www.nbcnews.com/dateline/nearly-10-years-later-murder-pregnant- ohio-mother-brittany-stykes-n1297761 https://www.ohioattorneygeneral.gov/Files/Law- Enforcement/Investigator/Cold-Case/Homicides/Stykes 
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Haunted Halloween: The Murder of Arpana Jinaga

On Halloween 2008, engineer and artist Arpana Jinaga  hosted a party at her Redmond apartment and was later found brutally murdered. The episode traces the chaotic crime scene, the messy DNA evidence, and how two men — Emmanuel Fair and neighbor Cameron Johnson — became central figures in a long, troubled investigation.
We summarize the trials, the hung jury, the eventual acquittal, and the unanswered questions that left the case unsolved, while remembering Arpana’s life, achievements, and the impact of her loss.
 
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Reference https://www.nowtolove.com.au/news/real-life/take-5/halloween-party-horror-who-killed-red-riding-hood/ 
https://www.investigationdiscovery.com/crimefeed/seeking-justice/halloween-horror-man-accused-of-killing-arpana-jinaga-freed-after-hes-held-9-years-with-no-conviction
https://www.talesfromtheunderworld.com/p/violence-at-valley-view-the-unsolved
 

Halloween Haunting: The Vanishing of Pamela Sue Hobley and Patricia Ann Spencer

In this episode of Lesbian Detectives, Sierra and Elizabeth explore the unsolved 1969 disappearance of Pamela Sue Hobley and Patricia Ann Spencer. They revisit the last known sightings, family accounts, investigation missteps, and evolving theories while reflecting on the decades-long search for answers.
The hosts also share personal reactions, Halloween plans, and thoughts on modern cold-case efforts that may one day bring closure to these missing teens.
 
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Reference:https://www.evaporatethemissing.com/missing-persons/invincible
https://www.ourmidland.com/news/article/pamela-hobley-patricia-spencer-missing-in-michigan-18578177.php

Halloween Night of Silence: The Unsolved Death of Nori Amaya

On a crowded Halloween night, Nori "Mona" Amaya — a beloved salsa dancer and nightlife fixture — never made it home. Found dead in her Woodner apartment with no forced entry, clipped fingernails, and DNA from an unknown male, her death remains a chilling, unsolved mystery.
Hosts Sierra and Elizabeth retrace Nori’s final hours, explore leads and theories (including suspicions surrounding the building staff and a security guard), and reflect on her life as they discuss the case that still haunts her family, friends, and investigators.
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Reference:
https://www.fox5dc.com/news/rewind-to-the-crime-what-happened-to-nori-amayahttps://www.nbcnews.com/dateline/brother-refuses-give-finding-sister-nori-amaya-s-killer-10-n1075471