2 - The Search for Sheree - Go Ask Alice

Location: Iconic Utah restaurant, involving the shooting of two young fathers.
Narrative Theme: Grief and a personal decision that changed everything for the victims' families.
Podcast Promotion: "The Letter, Ripple Effect" and mentions of sensitive content warnings in the podcast [coldpodcast.com].

Personal Changes (1985): Cherie Warren, 25, filed for divorce from Charles Warren, also known as Chuck.
Employment Change: Started a new full-time job at the Utah State Employees Credit Union.
Emotional State: Cherie was excited about her new job, showcasing her independence.

Pam Volk's Description: Cherie's friend, Pam Volk, highlighted their kindred spirit connection, providing insights into both women's lives.
Cherie's Appearance: 5'5", 115 pounds, hazel eyes, with a notable attractive smile. Noted imperfection (chipped tooth) enhancing her character.
Personal Life: Cherie had a three-year-old son, Adam, who was her top priority, indicating her strong maternal instincts.

Custody Arrangement: Cherie shared custody with Chuck; they had critical discussions around child support.
Chuck's Background: Worked as a clerk for Southern Pacific Railroad, often took Adam during the day.
Custody Swap Routine: Regular meetups at Denny's for custody exchange around the I-15 Freeway.
Disagreement on Child Support: Cherie's lawyer pushed for increased support, creating tension between her and Chuck.

Start of the Day: Cherie met Chuck at Denny’s at 7 AM for child custody exchange, agreed to drop off Chuck's car at maintenance.
Favor Asked: Chuck requested Cherie to pick him up later at Wagstaff Toyota, where he claimed to have his car serviced.
Final Exchange: This was the last known interaction Cherie had with Chuck before her disappearance.
Workday Routine: Cherie was training Richard Moss, a new employee, at the credit union.
Training Details: Training involved entering data into a central computer, interaction between staff was initially professional but relaxed over time.

Delay: Cherie and Richard experienced a delay when trying to balance accounts due to missing check.
Conclusion of Work: They finished around 6:25 PM; Cherie informed Richard she was going to meet Chuck for a ride after work.

Personal Details Shared in Training: Cherie opened up about her life, mentioning her ongoing divorce struggles and personal relationships.
Unusual Comments: Cherie's candidness surprised Richard and added depth to her character.

Initial Reports: Mari Sorenson, Cherie's mother, reported her missing; police initially reluctant to take the case seriously.
Counter Evidence from the Public: Claims led police to focus on Chuck Warren due to his lack of concern.

Investigative Steps: Jack Bell: Detective investigating the case, found inconsistencies in accounts provided by individuals close to Cherie.
Interviews Conducted: Multiple parties, including Chuck Warren, Carrie Hartman (Cherie’s boyfriend), and Cherie’s parents.

Chuck Warren's Alibi: Claimed to have been with Alice and running errands during Cherie’s disappearance but refused to undergo a polygraph test.
Carrie Hartman's Account: Provided differing information about his timeline, often conflicted with Mary's recollection.
Public Statements: Carrie conveyed concern over Cherie’s disappearance but exhibited behavior that raised suspicion among detectives.

Searches Conducted: Followed leads to look for Cherie's car and possible connections to past violent incidents involving both Chuck and Carrie.
Family's Response to Investigation: The Sorensons expressed concerns about both Chuck's violent history and Cherie's safety.

Location Found: Maroon 1984 Toyota Corolla found at Aladdin Casino in Las Vegas. The condition indicated it had been parked for an extended period.
Contents of Vehicle: Included personal belongings, checkbooks, and papers without signs of struggle or blood.
Investigative Challenges: Fingerprints and other evidence were compromised, leading to difficulties in establishing clear ownership or involvement.

Media Coverage: Began shortly after events unravelled; coverage often conflicted due to mixed messages from those involved.
Public Perception: The family maintained that Cherie would not voluntarily disappear, urging community support for various search efforts.

Investigative Scope Expanded: As media coverage increased, leads became more complex with varied theories emerging from public tips and family insights.
Ongoing Investigations: Calls for information from the public and links to past violent events in Ogden area linger, casting broader implications on societal safety.

Investigative Ethics: Involvement of friends and casual relationships among the suspects indicated a potential conflict of interest owing to personal ties to those involved.
Detective Challenges: Human error and biases in investigation share light on how cases could remain open for years without resolution.

Status of Investigation: Several suspects remain, with no resolution to Cherie's disappearance despite extensive investigation efforts to date. Appeal for Public Help: Detective Jack Bell continues to call for information, urging anyone with details to come forward to finally resolve the case.