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 Vanished on the 4th of July—Who Took Dannarriah Finley?
In the early hours of July 4th, 2002, four-year-old Dannarriah Finley disappeared from her home in Orange, Texas. Days later, her body was discovered in a neighboring county, sparking one of Southeast Texas’s most heart-wrenching investigations.
For over two decades, the case has remained unsolved—despite national attention, renewed DNA testing, and continued pleas from her family and law enforcement. Investigators believe someone out there holds the missing piece that could finally bring justice.
Who was Dannarriah? What do we know about her final hours? And why has the truth remained just out of reach?
Join Arlene and Leah as they examine the victim, timeline, evidence, and suspects.
Show Notes:
Police Hope for Break in 4-Year-Old Dannarriah Finley’s Case
Unsolved July 4th Child Murder Haunts Southeast Texas
Reward Increased in 2002 Murder of Dannarriah Finley
Dannarriah Finley’s Death Still a Mystery 22 Years Later
Reward Boosted for Info in Texas Girl’s Murder
Hope Renewed in 22-Year Cold Case with Forensic Advances
Cold Case Spotlight: Dannarriah Finley in Orange, Texas
New DNA Results Could Help Solve Finley Case
Dannarriah Finley’s Mother Speaks Out
Investigators Hopeful in Solving Girl’s Murder
Texas Detectives to Retest Evidence in Finley Case
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