When questioned about the vehicle, several residents confirmed it had been parked there for several days. Crime News is your destination for true crime stories from around the world, breaking crime news, and information about Oxygen's original true crime shows and documentaries. Whether or not it's true, though, is not the point. Kesse was reported missing Jan. 24, 2006 when she didn't show up for work at Westgate Resorts in Ocoee. Besides reviving forgotten cases, the podcasts also often embolden witnesses who may have been hesitant to speak up immediately after the initial crime, he said. January 24, 202115 years since Jennifer Kesse went missing, the familys investigating what happened to her and hope to have answers this yearABC 7 / WWSB / My Sun CoastNews Outlet. It allows us to have some emotions behind it," Gurd said. "The term 'homemade podcast' doesn't offend me," Jamison said. One of the first and most popular, Serial, began in 2014 with a look into the 1999 murder of an 18-year-old Baltimore high school student. "The 'citizen detectives,' they want to be involved and try to help.". "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant reports. More Videos Jennifer Kesse, 24, disappeared from Orlando, Fla., on Jan. 24, 2006. With fingertips and all, Drew Kesse said. "We need people to realize that she's a human being.". But that lead has never led to any arrests, USA Todayreportedin 2017. Kudos to 'Unconcluded' thus far.". A young woman vanishes from her Florida condo security footage captures a phantom figure calmly parking her car. The comments keep going on," he said. They spent the last 18 months pouring over every detail with a fine-tooth comb with their private investigator. Jennifer Kesse before her disappearance, left, and how she may look today, at right. "She vanished. But he wants closure in the case, in any form that may take. Gurd says their approach helps grow their audience and most importantly keep people talking about the long-missing woman. They say they don't make a profit from the operation, though they do have a page on a website where listeners can donate to their cause. Kesse was last seen at her Orlando condo near Mall at Millenia. Drew Kesse, Kesses father, said he didnt expectmuch when he heard Gurd was launching a podcast about his daughters disappearance. The Unconcluded podcast can be found on iTunes, or at unconcluded.com. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Drew Kesse believes, the markings on the hood, show signs of Jennifer Kesse was last seen leaving work in Orlando, Florida on January 23, 2006. With no prior knowledge of audio production or investigations, he and a friend Scott Jamison, 34, of Gainesville started a podcast, called "Unconcluded," exploring the possibilities of what happened to the then 24-year-old who vanished from her Orlando condo in 2006. Unconcluded is the latest in a series of true-crime podcasts that have exploded onto the podcast scene, drawing millions of listeners and spawningparallel investigations into often decades-old criminal cases. He says 18 months have passed, and hes still receiving files. Gurd said he hopes airing the possible sightings will encourage others with information to come forward. He started the podcast solely to bring Jennifer home. Orlando Police spokeswoman Michelle Guido said detectives on the case have vetted more than 150 tips on the Jennifer Kesse case that have come in through the Crimeline number and have been in nearly weekly contact with the family. The detective in charge of Jennifer Kesse's case was at a conference and unavailable to comment for this article. Drew Kesse believes, the markings on the hood, show signs of "They are definitely raising awareness again in a big way and the thoughts and people who have been sidelined seem to be finally coming out to speak. 81 2017, 5:20 PM. Gurd, who teaches 5th grade math and science, had only listened to three podcasts all of them of the true-crime variety before deciding to start Unconcluded. WebA young woman vanishes from her Florida condo security footage captures a phantom figure calmly parking her car. "It's really about the awareness, is really the point of the podcast, is the awareness. When detectives reviewed surveillance video from the complex where Jennifer' Kesse's car was discovered, they saw a person parking her car. "It looked like someone was thrown down on the top of the hood arms spread out and then dragged back, almost like off the hood, to the point where you can almost see fingers scribbling down the hood," Drew Kesse, Jennifer Kesse was reported missing after she didnt show up to work on the morning of Jan. 24, 2006, according to, pursuit to discover what happened to her has led them to the. Police later found her car parked at another condominium complex a mile away and grainy surveillance video captured the image of a person leaving the car and walking way. Overall, he's spent about $1,000 of his own money on the podcast, which does not generate revenue, and usually records the broadcasts at night, after his 11-month-old daughter has been put to bed. By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. Herfamilys pursuit to discover what happened to her has led them to thebottom of lakes and from Mexico to Russia, according to Fox News. Few clues were discovered when Jennifer Kesse disappeared almost 15 years ago, but her father now says that new images of her abandoned Chevrolet Malibu indicate that she may have been attacked before going missing. In the files, investigators suspected a struggle on the hood of Kesse's car when they discovered the vehicle. Seventeen years ago, Jennifer Kesse disappeared in Orlando in a high-profile case that made national news. ORLANDO The disappearance of 24-year-old Jennifer Kesse has vexed investigators, friends and family members since she vanished from her Orlando condo more than 11 years ago. Were trying to stir up interest in something that was trying to die off," he said. ORLANDO The disappearance of 24-year-old Jennifer Kesse has vexed investigators, friends and family members since she vanished from her Orlando condo more than 11 years ago. Jennifer Kesse before her disappearance, left, and how she may look today, at right. In April, hebought a $100 USB microphone from Amazon.com that connects directly to his laptop, downloaded audio software and started the podcast from the guestroom of his home. After hearing about the case from his wife last year, Gurd said he couldnt stop thinking about Kesses disappearance. I will take her anyway I can get her.. Jennifer Kesse was reported missing after she didnt show up to work on the morning of January 24, 2006. Two days later, her black Chevy Malibu was found at an apartment complex in a high-crime area of Orlando, about a mile from her condo. More than a decade later, Drew Kesse said investigators know little else. "Previously, only her car was known to be at this location, so if we can somehow place her at this location obviously it'll open up other avenues in this investigation," Gurd said. Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. We're talking with people, we're not talking at people. "There is a huge true crime community out there," Jamison said. Drew Kesse believes, the markings on the hood, show signs of a violent struggle. I will take her any way I can get her., Anyone with information related to Kesses disappearance is urged to contact the Orlando Police Department at 321-235-5300 or the Central Florida Crimeline at 800-423-TIPS. When you see your podcast passing Katie Courics, its pretty interesting, Gurd, 35, said. They tell their listeners they're "not police, reporters or investigators." Jennifer Kesse before her disappearance, left, and how she may look today, at right. 81 2017, 5:20 PM. Drew Kesse said the discussions can only help the seemingly stagnant case that's caused his family agony for 11 years. Two days later, her black Chevy Malibu was found at an apartment complex in a high-crime area of Orlando, about a mile from her condo. The family is hoping that by sharing these photos with the public, someone will come forward with information. "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant reports. Her 2004 Chevy Malibu was found two days later about a mile away from her condo. Investigators found evidence suggesting she showered and got ready for work that morning, and police believe she left her condo about 8 a.m., they said. The episodes explore the case, interviewing family and witnesses and correcting misinformation along the way. Detectives are listening to the podcast, Guido said. 2023 FOX Television Stations, Drew Kesse believes, the markings on the hood, show signs of a violent struggle, Dive teams search lake following new tip on Jennifer Kesse, missing since 2006, Get news alerts and updates in the free FOX 13 News app, Watch: Fishermen spot sharks in huge feeding frenzy off Louisiana coast, One month ago, Harriet the eagle disappeared from her famous Florida nest, 3 Daughters head brewer killed in Skyway Bridge accident, company says, Tampa residents of mobile home park get more time to vacate after Hillsborough County contacts landlord, 3 shot, including 6-year-old girl, in Land OLakes home invasion, sheriff says, Tom Sizemore, 'Saving Private Ryan' Actor, Dies at 61 after suffering brain aneurysm, 8-year-old girl who performed solo wins big in cheer competition after team didn't show up, From Coconut Road to Moose Tracks, here's the scoop on how Publix creates its ice cream, North Port brush fire: Roads reopen after fire forces closures on I-75; schools evacuate as precaution. The hosts of the "Unconcluded" podcast are investigating leads in the case of missing Orlando woman Jennifer Kesse. At approximately 8 a.m. on Thursday, January 26, a resident of the Huntington on the Green condominium complex reported they found Jennifer Kesse's car in a visitor's spot in the parking lot. The podcast has also pointed out deficiencies in the investigation headed by Orlando Police. He had never heard of the Kesse case until his wife told him about it. (Drew Kesse). Gurd and Jamison forward the information they discover to law enforcement, and don't have plans to stop anytime soon. he said. We hope that by showing the public these photos, someone will come forward with information theyve been holding onto for all these years.". It looked as though two people were fighting over the steering wheel.". "We don't have to be impartial. Two days after Jennifer Kesse went missing, her black Chevy Malibu was found in another condo complex parking lot approximately 1 mile away from where she lived. We dont plan on stopping anytime soon, Gurd said. Since that day in 2006, he has been contactedby scores of people and private investigators offering to help solve the case, only to be led down wrong paths or given misleading tips. Gurd said according to the statistics he receives, "Unconcluded" episodes are downloaded on average 450,000 times per month. ORLANDO The disappearance of 24-year-old Jennifer Kesse has vexed investigators, friends and family members since she vanished from her Orlando condo more than 11 years ago. WebJennifer Joyce Kesse (born May 20, 1981) is an American woman from Orlando, Florida, who has been missing since January 23, 2006. The fact that Gurd lived just an hours drive from Orlando and he hadnt heard of Kesses case motivated him to start the podcast and raise awareness, he said. Link your TV provider to stream full episodes and live TV. January 24, 202115 years since Jennifer Kesse went missing, the familys investigating what happened to her and hope to have answers this yearABC 7 / WWSB / My Sun CoastNews Outlet. His Facebook page at one point had more than 10,000 followers, but he shut it down when his family began receiving death threats, extortion claims and other sordid proposals, he said. Kesse was 24 years old at the time of her disappearance. UPDATES: Get news alerts and updates in the free FOX 13 News app. Gurd hopes and believes that eventually his podcast will reach someone key to the investigation who doesn't know Kesse is missing, didn't think a tip was important enough to report it to police or was previously afraid to come forward. 2. Her black Chevy Malibu was found abandoned one mile away from her home. WebA young woman vanishes from her Florida condo security footage captures a phantom figure calmly parking her car. Jennifer Kesse has been missing for 17 years: Her family hasn't stopped the search Her family has renewed hope after investigators with the FDLE joined the search. In 2018, the family sued the Orlando Police Department in order to obtain the records pertaining to the case, the Orlando Sentinelreported. Jennifer Kesse's parents plead for information on the 10th anniversary of her disappearance. Kesse was last seen at her Orlando condo near Mall at Millenia. Monday marks 16 years since Jennifer Kesse disappeared. Two days later, her black Chevy Malibu was found at an apartment complex in a high-crime area of Orlando, about a mile from her condo. The two are up-front about their qualifications or lack thereof. Is it the kidnapper? Drew Kesse says a part of the settlement required the police department to hand over all of the files over a four-month period. The woman said she reported the sighting to the Central Florida Crimeline number but never heard back from detectives until she appeared on Unconcluded. For example, in a recent episode, Gurd interviewed a Tennessee woman who swears she saw Kesse inside a jewelry shop in the year after her disappearance with a man who she thinks was trafficking her. She had a successful career, boyfriend and plush condo. Jennifer Kesse was last seen leaving work in Orlando, Florida on January 23, 2006. previously reported that no signs of a struggle were evident. The 24-year-old simply vanished and no one has ever been arrested. Jennifer Kesse was reported missing after she didnt show up to work on the morning of January 24, 2006. "We don't want to air something on the podcast that's going to add to the misinformation that's already out there," Gurd said. Soon after, Orlando police released a surveillance video clip recorded from Huntington on the Green, an apartment complex 1.2 miles from where Kesse lived at the Mosiac at Millenia condos. 81 2017, 5:20 PM. Two days after Jennifer Kesse went missing, her black Chevy Malibu was found in another condo complex parking lot approximately 1 mile away from where she lived. Copyright 2023 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. Get an all-access pass to never-before-seen content, free digital evidence kits, and much more! Her familys pursuit to discover what happened to her has led them to the bottom of lakes and from Mexico to Her 2004 Chevy Malibu was found two days later about a mile away from her condo. Drew Kesse told News 6 thatGurd and his partner are "doing a great job. Tuesday marked 17 years since Jennifer Kesse disappeared in Orlando. Its going to take time. Monday marks 16 years since Jennifer Kesse disappeared. In three months, "Unconcluded" has averaged about 175,000 unique downloads per month and nearly 1,400 people are members of a Facebook discussion page about the podcast. Thats been a success in our book.. "What this podcast is doing is allowing people to be engaged. Her Black Chevy Malibu was found abandoned one mile away from her home in Orlando. "I love our group because there are so many different perspectives looking at the facts," Shreve Jett said. Unconcluded has reawakened the case and garnered more attention than Drew Kesse ever imagined, without having to reinsert himself into the emotionally draining world of the investigation, he said. Jennifer Kesse's family was back in court Thursday after suing the Orlando Police Department in an attempt to obtain records of their missing daughter's case. So far, Gurd and Jamison haveproduced six episodes and several other smaller broadcasts. The determined parents have since admitted they dont expect to find their daughter alive but insist they need answers to find any sense of closure. (Orlando Sentinel/Orlando Sentinel). "You see it on the comments pages, 'This is the first time I've seen this case,'" he said. Jennifer Kesse was first reported missing on January 24, 2006. in a cold case involving a 24-year-old Florida business executive, who vanished in 2006, may indicate that a violent struggle unfolded before her disappearance, according to the womans family. Drew Kesse said he is meeting with investigators on the case later this month something he tries to do at least twice a year. "A real-time investigation into the disappearance of Jennifer Kesse," is how Gurd describes it in his bi-monthly podcast. Though the story has listeners across the county transfixed, Drew Kesse said he hopes people remember his daughter as a person. And no oneknows where she is.". Also making people aware that it's still unsolved, 11 years later.". When questioned about the vehicle, several residents confirmed it had been parked there for several days. Erik von Ancken anchors and reports for WKMG-TV News 6 (CBS) in Orlando and is a two-time Emmy award-winning journalist in the prestigious and coveted "On-Camera Talent" categories for both anchoring and reporting. Create a free profile to get unlimited access to exclusive videos, breaking news, sweepstakes, and more! RELATED Dive teams search lake following new tip on Jennifer Kesse, missing since 2006, Were not in a direction of Jennifer yet, Drew Kesse said. Her black Chevy Malibu was found abandoned one mile away from her home. Jennifer Kesse was reported missing after she didnt show up to work on the morning of Jan. 24, 2006, according to WKMG. Now do we have any way of proving she saw Jennifer Kesse at this point? "I sit at my kitchen table and record after my kids go to bed and I put my dogs away.". No, other than her statements.". But that lead has never led to any arrests, USA Today, In 2018, the family sued the Orlando Police Department in order to obtain the records pertaining to the case, the Orlando Sentinel. January 25, 2018OPD Announces Enhanced Focus in Jennifer Kesse Disappearance CaseCity of OrlandoGovernment Website. From the corner of his guest bedroom at his home in Tampa, Shaun Gurd hosts "Unconcluded.". An anonymous witness told Fox News she saw Kesses sedan swerving in traffic near an exit by the condo where she lived on the morning she was reported missing. "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant reports. "I listen to all of them as soon as they come out. "The photos look suspicious and show what appears to be a hand mark going across the hood," private investigator Mike Torretta told Fox News.

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