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Box in the Basement
"Box in the Basement" is a compelling new podcast created by Arlene, a woman whose life was forever changed by a family tragedy. The unsolved murder of her Uncle Leon Laurales serves as the catalyst for this investigative series. Disturbed by the lackluster investigation and the mystery that still surrounds his case, Arlene dives deep into the details of her uncle's story, uncovering the many problems that plagued the investigation. Her journey doesn't stop there, as she expands her focus to other unsolved cases in Central Texas. Each episode of "Box in the Basement" promises to shed light on the overlooked and forgotten mysteries in her local community, hoping to find answers and justice for those who have been silenced.
Box in the Basement
She Went Jogging and Never Came Home—What Happened to Rachel Cooke?
On the morning of January 10, 2002, 19-year-old Rachel Cooke went for a run in her quiet Georgetown, Texas neighborhood. She was home from college for the holidays, enjoying the break with family. She never returned.
Rachel was last seen less than a mile from her house, a routine jog that should have ended in time for breakfast. But when her parents came home later that day, Rachel was gone—her keys, wallet, and belongings untouched. There was no sign of struggle, no obvious clue pointing to what happened. Just silence.
The case baffled investigators. Witnesses recalled a suspicious vehicle in the area, but no concrete leads emerged. Over the years, suspects have come and gone, but no arrests have been made. In 2021, authorities announced a new person of interest, reigniting hope. Yet, two decades later, Rachel’s fate remains a mystery.
Did she get into a stranger’s car willingly? Was she abducted by someone she knew? Or did a predator spot her on that quiet suburban street, seizing the moment to take her?
Theories abound, but the truth has remained elusive. Despite intense media coverage, searches, and FBI involvement, Rachel Cooke’s case remains one of Texas’ most haunting unsolved disappearances.
Someone knows what happened. But will they ever come forward?
Join Arlene and Leah as they dig into the twists, theories, and chilling details of Rachel Cooke’s disappearance—a case that still leaves more questions than answers.
Show Notes:
Rachel Cooke: Missing Georgetown, Texas Teen – A Cold Case Mystery
FBI Most Wanted: Kidnapping Victim Rachel Louise Cooke
Missing in Texas: The Unsolved Case of Rachel Cooke
22 Years Later, Family Still Hopes for Rachel Cooke’s Safe Return
Williamson County Sheriff Identifies New Suspect in Rachel Cooke Case
The Baffling Disappearance of Rachel Cooke
Rachel Cooke’s Disappearance: 20 Years Later, Still No Answers
High School Senior Rachel Cooke Vanished Without a Trace in Williamson County
The Guardian: The Mystery of Rachel Cooke’s Disappearance
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