Meet & Greet for New Members #3

[Byannckahjo]

What are some of the major cases I may not have heard of going on near Champaign ? I’m currently getting my bs in digital media communications and am wanting to be a criminal justice reporter and heard about websleuths from the Abraham Shakespeare story

 

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What are some of the major cases I may not have heard of going on near Champaign ? I’m currently getting my bs in digital media communications and am wanting to be a criminal justice reporter and heard about websleuths from the Abraham Shakespeare story

This one is wrapped up but still very intriguing, and in your neighborhood:

Deceased/Not Found - IL - Yingying Zhang, 26, Urbana, 9 June 2017 #10 *Still Missing*

I agree about leaving Michelle alone. I've never believe either she or Terra had anything to do with this. Michelle was already distancing herself from him, which may have taken all the strength she could muster. I do believe she has an opportunity to employ a power switch on him. He's defeated...

www.websleuths.com

 

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It has already been solved but the Holly Cassano murder was a cold case for years.

Woman’s remains identified 9 years after her disappearance

The body of a central Illinois woman who has been missing since 2010 has now been identified after her remains were found in December 2017.

fox5sandiego.com

Found Deceased - IL - Benedetta 'Beth' Bentley, 41, Mount Vernon, 23 May 2010 #7

After much consideration I have decided not to re-open the Beth Bentley thread. It is really too bad for Beth. Beth and those who care about her are the ones who this effects and for that I am very sorry. There are two reasons why I have made this decision. 1- It became apparent to...

www.websleuths.com

Threads are closed here, but perhaps this would fit the search you'd like?

Lots of information & links.

 

[cupcakepie6790]

I want to start researching cases, but I am lost. I reviewed the forums but it's no help. When do I start? Is there a list of cold cases to choose from? Do I have to pay a subscription fee? Is there a new case researcher guide that I can use?

Thanks for your help.

 

[MajorHoople]

I want to start researching cases, but I am lost. I reviewed the forums but it's no help. When do I start? Is there a list of cold cases to choose from? Do I have to pay a subscription fee? Is there a new case researcher guide that I can use?

Thanks for your help.

Well, if you wanted to research missing person cases you could start with the Missing Persons Discussion. There's over a hundred pages with 20 different cases on each page. And those are just the recent cases.

Missing Persons Discussion

www.websleuths.com

If you're interested in historical cases you could look at the Missing but not forgotten Discussion.

Missing but not forgotten Discussion

Families of missing loved ones need your help to bring them home!

www.websleuths.com

They're grouped by decade and there are thousands of cases.

If you are interested in a certain person and you know their name you can see if there is already a thread by using the search window at the top right corner of each page.

If you are interested in unidentified human remains The Unidentified Discussion is the place to look.
The Unidentified

 

[rjfjet]

I want to start researching cases, but I am lost. I reviewed the forums but it's no help. When do I start? Is there a list of cold cases to choose from? Do I have to pay a subscription fee? Is there a new case researcher guide that I can use?

Thanks for your help.

Also if I may say I have the same problem at times I like 2 look up stuff that happened around my area and then go from there if there’s a particular case that also may help and if u google anything and just add Websleuths that helps also with stuff

 

[Squirrly14]

Also if I may say I have the same problem at times I like 2 look up stuff that happened around my area and then go from there if there’s a particular case that also may help and if u google anything and just add Websleuths that helps also with stuff

This is great advice! Thank you. I'm also feeling overwhelmed by the number of cases and not sure where/how to start. This helps. All the best!

 

[Squirrly14]

I want to start researching cases, but I am lost. I reviewed the forums but it's no help. When do I start? Is there a list of cold cases to choose from? Do I have to pay a subscription fee? Is there a new case researcher guide that I can use?

Thanks for your help.

Just want to let you know that you're not alone! I'm new, as well, and finding it hard to decide or figure out where to hone in and start digging. The advice below to search for cases in your state is very helpful. Wishing you the best of luck! If you ever want to put your head together with someone else who's trying to find their way here, you are welcome to reach out.

 

[Squirrly14]

This is further north, I'm afraid, but it's a case that needs attention and remains unsolved. Husband is a person of interest, but no body, DNA or evidence. Lisa Stebic deserves justice. I wish you all the best in your studies and career.

LISA MICHELLE STEBIC | Federal Bureau of Investigation

April 30, 2007 Plainfield, Illinois

www.fbi.gov

The Lisa Stebic case: 12 years later, where does the investigation stand?

It’s been nearly a dozen years since Lisa Stebic, the mother of two, vanished from her Plainfield home without a trace.

www.fox32chicago.com

 

[rjfjet]

Your welcome I hope everything works out 4 everyone new on here bless you all and happy 2 have new people on here like I said if u need anything else let me know or someone else on here everybody is good on here

 

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We have threads about Lisa Stebic:

Help Find Missing Lisa Stebic Website

http://www.findlisastebic.com/ Lisa Stebic has been missing since Monday, April 30th. She was last seen at her home (in Plainfield, Illinois) at around 6 pm. Her car is still in her garage and she has her cell phone and wallet with her. According to police, her cell phone has not been...

www.websleuths.com

Lisa Stebic - Media Links Only Please, No Discussion

Birthday candlelight vigil takes place for missing Plainfield woman WGNtv.comWGN News May 15, 2010 A somber birthday weekend for a missing Plainfield woman. Friends and family gathered Saturday night to celebrate Lisa Stebic's 41st birthday, which will be May 19. They held a...

www.websleuths.com

 

[Squirrly14]

We have threads about Lisa Stebic:

Help Find Missing Lisa Stebic Website

http://www.findlisastebic.com/ Lisa Stebic has been missing since Monday, April 30th. She was last seen at her home (in Plainfield, Illinois) at around 6 pm. Her car is still in her garage and she has her cell phone and wallet with her. According to police, her cell phone has not been...

www.websleuths.com

Lisa Stebic - Media Links Only Please, No Discussion

Birthday candlelight vigil takes place for missing Plainfield woman WGNtv.comWGN News May 15, 2010 A somber birthday weekend for a missing Plainfield woman. Friends and family gathered Saturday night to celebrate Lisa Stebic's 41st birthday, which will be May 19. They held a...

www.websleuths.com

Thank you; I took a look at those. Unfortunately, nothing new. I live in the same town that Lisa Stebic lived in, and it feels like this case has just about been forgotten. Someone, somewhere knows something.

 

[Squirrly14]

My apologies if there's already a thread like this. I could not find one.

What do you know or understand or know how to do now that you wish you had known when you first started websleuthing?

I'm a great researcher and am able to see/notice details that aren't readily apparent. But that is clearly not enough. What's the best advice you would give a newb who truly wants to be useful around here and help victims?

Thank you in advance for sharing your experience and wisdom!

 

[CCJD]

My apologies if there's already a thread like this. I could not find one.

What do you know or understand or know how to do now that you wish you had known when you first started websleuthing?

I'm a great researcher and am able to see/notice details that aren't readily apparent. But that is clearly not enough. What's the best advice you would give a newb who truly wants to be useful around here and help victims?

Thank you in advance for sharing your experience and wisdom!

Read the TOS - aka The Rules
From the 10% Rule (copyright infringement) to sleuthing family members to providing links and everything in between, it's an excellent guide to what is and isn't allowed.

The Rules

Terms of Service, rules and forum etiquette

www.websleuths.com

 

[Laughing]

Please read threads from the beginning -- or consider apologizing for jumping in late if you happen to do that.

Also consider using the Search box to try terms within the thread to see if info is already there.

Frustrating to read posts with ideas that LE has already ruled out.

Learn to use that Search box.

Also learn to use Google before posting a new thread -- typing "Name of Missing Person" Websleuths may show an existing thread for the missing person. Same for remains, search for the NAMUS case number etc.

Be ready to find the Ignore feature if you feel that you're being trolled.

And, continue to read & post -- you will figure it out & shed that Newbie handle soon enough!

 

[Squirrly14]

Please read threads from the beginning -- or consider apologizing for jumping in late if you happen to do that.

Also consider using the Search box to try terms within the thread to see if info is already there.

Frustrating to read posts with ideas that LE has already ruled out.

Learn to use that Search box.

Also learn to use Google before posting a new thread -- typing "Name of Missing Person" Websleuths may show an existing thread for the missing person. Same for remains, search for the NAMUS case number etc.

Be ready to find the Ignore feature if you feel that you're being trolled.

And, continue to read & post -- you will figure it out & shed that Newbie handle soon enough!

Thank you for taking the time to respond. I do use the search box function repeatedly. I'm sure it is frustrating and annoying to read posts where things have already been ruled out. I would say, on my end as a new person, it's overwhelming sifting through all the information. Or finding a thread with little to no information, only to discover that there's another thread with info buried somewhere else on the site. But I'm trying and making the effort. Again, I appreciate your input; it's very helpfu.

 

[MizStery]

Well, if you wanted to research missing person cases you could start with the Missing Persons Discussion. There's over a hundred pages with 20 different cases on each page. And those are just the recent cases.

Missing Persons Discussion

www.websleuths.com

If you're interested in historical cases you could look at the Missing but not forgotten Discussion.

Missing but not forgotten Discussion

Families of missing loved ones need your help to bring them home!

www.websleuths.com

They're grouped by decade and there are thousands of cases.

If you are interested in a certain person and you know their name you can see if there is already a thread by using the search window at the top right corner of each page.

If you are interested in unidentified human remains The Unidentified Discussion is the place to look.
The Unidentified

Thank-you! I am using this as a sticky in my iPad notes. Great reference tool.

 

[Shearerbliss]

What are some of the major cases I may not have heard of going on near Champaign ? I’m currently getting my bs in digital media communications and am wanting to be a criminal justice reporter and heard about websleuths from the Abraham Shakespeare story

There is still the open homicide case of Ryan Riddell and Mark Prosse in Douglas County.

 

[Sweetluv]

Now my morning is complete..thanks dotr.
Ready to bump up some cases and start sleuthing...

 

[jd_rum]

Hello All

I just watched Web of Death - Jackpot Murder on Disney Plus and had to join.

I have always loved true crimes and wanted to be a part of the community and if I can help out

Happy Sleuthing