10 - The Search for Sheree - Last Man Standing

Fathers' Tragedy: Two young fathers shot outside a restaurant, leading to personal grief.
Impact of COVID-19:
- Pandemic leads to lockdowns.
- Businesses and schools closed; streets quiet.
- Surge in demand for sewing services, specifically masks handmade by citizens.

Business: Remains open during pandemic.
History: Located where Sherry Warren disappeared in 1985.
Bar Encounter: Dave meets Carrie Hartman, who has just been released from 32 years in prison.

Prison Release: Hartman has a complicated history; initially charming, later revealed to have a darker side.
Family Dynamics: His mother, Donna, believed in his innocence until she died in 2013.
- Hartman admits guilt to the parole board but claims innocence in private, adding complexity to his character.

Dave's Hesitance: Struggles to reconcile past memories of Carrie with recent revelations.
Parole Board: Hartman expected rejection upon release, indicating low self-esteem and anticipation of difficulties.
Brent Morgan's Statement: Refuses to reconnect with Hartman despite their childhood friendship, illustrating the community's rejection of Hartman post-incarceration.

Detective's Perspective: John Frawley recounts the shifting dynamics of the case.
Carrie's Past Connections: Previous lies and alibis connected to Sherry’s disappearance; history of manipulation.
Cold Case Complexity: Sherry's case remains under investigation, with renewed urgency from Edwards family and investigators.

Hartman's Cooperation: Under parole rules, Hartman required to take polygraph tests regarding Sherry's case.
Polygraph Results: Hartman failed the test, indicating deception related to his involvement in Sherry's disappearance.
Investigative Challenges: Efforts to obtain records of the polygraph met with bureaucratic resistance.

Offer of Immunity: Presented to Hartman that would absolve him from prosecution for revealing the location of Sherry’s remains.
- Hartman's skepticism leads him to consult his attorney, ultimately rejecting the offer.
Parallel Investigations: Continued efforts to navigate the complexities of evidence and testimonies between suspects, Chuck Warren and Carrie Hartman.

Timeline of October 2, 1985:
- Sherry left work, headed potentially towards multiple locations (Wagstaff Toyota, Denny's).
- Carrie Hartman at the bar during the same timeframe.
- Witness accounts of loud arguments heard from Hartman’s apartment suggest violent confrontation.
Possible Murder Scenario: Speculation around the events of Sherry's disappearance reflects historical patterns of violence against women in relationships.

Current Status: With many involved parties deceased, the case risks becoming unsolvable.
Ethical Dimensions: The complexities of evidence and societal treatment of women's lives and disappearances examined.

John Frawley's Quote: Emphasizes the urgency in gathering testimonies from individuals who were involved before the window closes due to the passage of time.
Reflections on Past Investigations: Insight into the perspectives of various detectives involved in the case acknowledge missed clues and evolving understanding.

Existential Reflection: Investigation delves into societal issues regarding domestic violence and the treatment of victims, reinforcing the need for systemic change.
Call to Action: Listeners are reminded of available resources for victims of sexual violence and abuse, emphasizing community and familial responsibility in addressing these issues.
Podcast Production: Concludes with thanks from the production team and promotes awareness of ongoing issues pertaining to the narratives discussed.