You never know. A van with a mural of a skier is not common at all.
PA PA - Cherrie Mahan, 8, Cabot, 22 Feb 1985
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Vans with murals were much more common back then. The late 70s/early 80s were the golden years for customized vans.
Still....if you see something, say something. You just never know.
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Cherrie’s Angels and psychic sisters think they know who kidnapped an 8-year-old girl 40 years ago
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My mom was friends with her, and I still live close by. From personal interview from someone who also knew the girl, it's possible that the person involved may be or may be involved with a very well known bar owner nearby. Supposedly, the owners daughters told this person I spoke with that he was cherrie's biological father (conceived through assault), and was involved somehow. The man is very well known to be in biker gangs, and is known to commit different illegal acts. I don't know his name or if he is still alive, but what I do know is he owned/owns a bar called "Runts" in the Butler area. This is the first case i got seriously involved with.
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My mother was on the bus that Cherrie got off of the day she went missing. The van seemed to defiantly be following the girl afterwards. Unfortunately my mother is deceased now so I can't get any more information from her, but she was close friends with Cherrie. The van, according to reports, may have been repainted black soon afterwards. Why repaint a van black immediately after that? seems like they didn't want to be identified, if only someone could've gotten the license plate...
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Hi did you happen to submit this tip to the Find Cherrie Mahan facebook page?
I think this is again a distraction from the truth. It seems there are so many theories created to sway guilt away from the actually guilty person. I believe the family knows more, whether they were directly involved or not
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What makes you think that? Do you think that maybe another family member or a friend was involved?
There have been multiple stories of Leroy's involvement in drugs as well as Janice. I know one theory is she was sold for drug debt. I have read and tried to fact check that both parents were actually at a bar when Cherrie was due to arrive home. Another thing I read is she was playing kidnap with her dolls- her grandmother reported this to a newspaper. There are conflicting stories from people on the bus and the mother waiting behind the bus. Did she really disappear or did she make it home then disappear. There were no footprints in the snow. None of this adds up. Why would a random stranger pick Cherrie. Either way I think the parents know more than what they are saying. Over the years critical tips and tipsters have been dismissed without any further investigation. Why? Also, the woman that came forward and claimed to be Cherrie were quickly dismissed by the police and Janice. One woman really looked like Cherrie and because she is homeless and lives with mental health concerns- she was labeled as unreliable- everyone says DNA can prove it. Well, the police tried to find this woman and couldn't, but having worked in that field, this is not uncommon due to trauma and trust issues. The most recent dig was delayed because it was fall... c'mon - I think a lot of people have been paid off or threatened to be quiet. Sadly, I don't think we will ever know what really happened to Cherrie and if she is alive or not- when she is the only one that deserves justice.
I think people just want the truth to come out, and are looking down all avenues. It may be nothing, but to just outright dismiss this 100% without any context could also be potentially distracting from the truth.
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From the Find Cherrie Mahan Facebook Page
February 22, 2026 marks 41 years since Cherrie Mahan disappeared.
Many have asked whether we will be hosting another large public event this year.
The answer is no.
Last year’s gathering was the catalyst that brought renewed focus to Cherrie’s case and allowed our small team, Cherrie’s Angels, to formally step in to support Janice. We are deeply grateful for the generosity shown by this community. Because of the professional and volunteer support we have received over the past year, we have used very little of the funds raised. At this time, we do not need to raise money.
We need to find Cherrie.
Instead of a public event, February 22nd will be spent in a private strategy meeting with key collaborators. Those attending include our team, Janice, private investigators, key witnesses, retired law enforcement, cadaver dog handlers, and others. We will be reviewing everything uncovered over the last year and determining next steps.
— Update on Progress —
Over the past several months, we have received and verified significant
new information:
• We now have confirmation of direct interconnections between multiple individuals who were separately tipped to us. What once appeared to be isolated tips are, in fact, connected.
• Additional testimonies from victims of childhood sexual abuse in the area have come forward. While not all may be directly tied to Cherrie’s disappearance, they confirm a much broader pattern of abuse occurring locally during that time period.
• Pennsylvania State Police have not yet followed up on the cadaver dog indications from November and declined our invitation to attend the private February meeting. We are aware they continue to work the case, but we have not been provided details on their progress.
We understand the community wants updates. Please know that movement is happening.
— A Reflection —
As the world has begun to confront the realities of hidden abuse networks, we are reminded that evil can lurk in the shadows of the places we feel most safe. It can exist in small towns. In rural communities. In ordinary homes. Local men abusing local children while others looked away.
That truth is uncomfortable. But it is necessary.
Cherrie matters. The children who were hurt matter. And this community deserves the truth.
We will continue forward.
For Cherrie.
February 22, 2026 marks 41 years since Cherrie Mahan disappeared.
Many have asked whether we will be hosting another large public event this year.
The answer is no.
Last year’s gathering was the catalyst that brought renewed focus to Cherrie’s case and allowed our small team, Cherrie’s Angels, to formally step in to support Janice. We are deeply grateful for the generosity shown by this community. Because of the professional and volunteer support we have received over the past year, we have used very little of the funds raised. At this time, we do not need to raise money.
We need to find Cherrie.
Instead of a public event, February 22nd will be spent in a private strategy meeting with key collaborators. Those attending include our team, Janice, private investigators, key witnesses, retired law enforcement, cadaver dog handlers, and others. We will be reviewing everything uncovered over the last year and determining next steps.
— Update on Progress —
Over the past several months, we have received and verified significant
new information:
• We now have confirmation of direct interconnections between multiple individuals who were separately tipped to us. What once appeared to be isolated tips are, in fact, connected.
• Additional testimonies from victims of childhood sexual abuse in the area have come forward. While not all may be directly tied to Cherrie’s disappearance, they confirm a much broader pattern of abuse occurring locally during that time period.
• Pennsylvania State Police have not yet followed up on the cadaver dog indications from November and declined our invitation to attend the private February meeting. We are aware they continue to work the case, but we have not been provided details on their progress.
We understand the community wants updates. Please know that movement is happening.
— A Reflection —
As the world has begun to confront the realities of hidden abuse networks, we are reminded that evil can lurk in the shadows of the places we feel most safe. It can exist in small towns. In rural communities. In ordinary homes. Local men abusing local children while others looked away.
That truth is uncomfortable. But it is necessary.
Cherrie matters. The children who were hurt matter. And this community deserves the truth.
We will continue forward.
For Cherrie.
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