Maura's life and disappearance has drawn interest from around the world, growing a community that is not only focused on Maura, but also dedicated to finding her and bringing her home. These are the articles, news stories, and media programs that have helped tell Maura's story and the journey of family and friends to find her.
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ABC 20/2020/20 investigates missing co-eds Maura Murray and Brooke Wilberger.
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PODCASTS DEDICATED TO MAURA
107 Degrees - Maura Murray
Erinn Larkin discusses the disappearance of Maura Murray, with exclusive family interviews, an unprecedented collection of evidence, and an unmatched grasp of nearly every detail in the case. Additional info here. |
Missing Maura Murray
Tim Pilleri and Lance Reensteirna discuss the disappearance of Maura by diving deep into Maura's life, the region in which she went missing, and the online world of citizen detectives. Additional info here. |
MAURA IN THE NEWS
WATD 95.9 News & Talk Radio - October 19, 2020
Family of Missing Woman Seeking Permanent Highway Memorial in N.H.
“I’m not saying this because she’s my sister, but she was honestly one of the most amazing people I’ve met in my life,” said Kurtis Murray. “Her energy, the fact that she was naturally coordinated to do anything she wanted to do at any time. She was brilliant, smart, humble, and very, very funny. I was blessed to have her in my life.”
Family of Missing Woman Seeking Permanent Highway Memorial in N.H.
“I’m not saying this because she’s my sister, but she was honestly one of the most amazing people I’ve met in my life,” said Kurtis Murray. “Her energy, the fact that she was naturally coordinated to do anything she wanted to do at any time. She was brilliant, smart, humble, and very, very funny. I was blessed to have her in my life.”
ABC 22 News (Burlington) - October 18, 2020
The Murray Family Fights to Keep Missing Daughter's Memorial Site
The Murray Family Fights to Keep Missing Daughter's Memorial Site
New Hampshire Public Radio (NHPR) - October 18, 2020
Family of Missing Woman Maura Murray Petitions For Historical Marker
The family of Maura Murray, a 21-year-old nursing student who disappeared after a February 2004 car crash in New Hampshire, is asking for a state highway historical marker to be installed at the spot where she vanished.
Family of Missing Woman Maura Murray Petitions For Historical Marker
The family of Maura Murray, a 21-year-old nursing student who disappeared after a February 2004 car crash in New Hampshire, is asking for a state highway historical marker to be installed at the spot where she vanished.
Fox 25 News (Boston) - October 16, 2020
Family of Missing UMass Amherst Student Maura Murray Seeks Permanent Marker
“When the trees go, and they will, there will be nothing left. We need something there to hang on to. That’s all we have left,” Fred Murray said. “This is our sister, daughter, and we can’t let her go. She’s going to be remembered.”
Family of Missing UMass Amherst Student Maura Murray Seeks Permanent Marker
“When the trees go, and they will, there will be nothing left. We need something there to hang on to. That’s all we have left,” Fred Murray said. “This is our sister, daughter, and we can’t let her go. She’s going to be remembered.”
The Caledonian Record - October 15, 2020
Family of Maura Murray Submits Petition for Historical Marker
“The disappearance of Maura Murray is a historical event in New Hampshire and unequivocally meets the criteria for a marker set forth by law,” said N.H. State Rep. DeSimone. “I strongly urge Mr. Ben Wilson, DHR Director, to swiftly recognize the historical significance of Maura’s disappearance with the approval and installation of a historical marker.”
Family of Maura Murray Submits Petition for Historical Marker
“The disappearance of Maura Murray is a historical event in New Hampshire and unequivocally meets the criteria for a marker set forth by law,” said N.H. State Rep. DeSimone. “I strongly urge Mr. Ben Wilson, DHR Director, to swiftly recognize the historical significance of Maura’s disappearance with the approval and installation of a historical marker.”
StoryCorps - October 6, 2020
How a Father Remembers his Youngest Daughter Years After her Mysterious Disappearance
Julie Murray sits down with her father, Fred Murray, to discuss his daughter, Maura, who mysteriously disappeared without a trace in 2004. This is the first time Julie has interviewed Fred publicly.
How a Father Remembers his Youngest Daughter Years After her Mysterious Disappearance
Julie Murray sits down with her father, Fred Murray, to discuss his daughter, Maura, who mysteriously disappeared without a trace in 2004. This is the first time Julie has interviewed Fred publicly.
A copy of Julie's interview with Fred is archived at the Library of Congress for future generations to hear.
WCVB (Boston) News - August 11, 2020
Gone Without a Trace: The Maura Murray Story
“To quote my dad from when he spoke at a vigil up at the ribbon tree, 'we are coming for you kid.' With the support we have in this community and my personal vow that I’m never stopping, this [Maura's story] is never going away."
- Julie Murray
Gone Without a Trace: The Maura Murray Story
“To quote my dad from when he spoke at a vigil up at the ribbon tree, 'we are coming for you kid.' With the support we have in this community and my personal vow that I’m never stopping, this [Maura's story] is never going away."
- Julie Murray
Fox 44 News (Burlington) - August 6, 2020
Family Launches Blue Ribbon Campaign to Keep Missing Daughter's Memory Alive
Family Launches Blue Ribbon Campaign to Keep Missing Daughter's Memory Alive
Fox 25 News (Boston) - July 23, 2020
Family of missing UMass student Maura Murray seeks permanent marker
“People are going to go up there if there is a historical marker or not,” Julie told me. “This will just help galvanize people that do go up there and continue to fight to find answers for where my little sister is. We’re not stopping. We’re not going away. And so, this historical marker will further our case, further the cause, to keep Maura’s story alive."
Family of missing UMass student Maura Murray seeks permanent marker
“People are going to go up there if there is a historical marker or not,” Julie told me. “This will just help galvanize people that do go up there and continue to fight to find answers for where my little sister is. We’re not stopping. We’re not going away. And so, this historical marker will further our case, further the cause, to keep Maura’s story alive."
The Caledonian Record - July 22, 2020
Family Of Maura Murray Seeks Historical Marker At Site Of Disappearance
“I really wanted to show the committee that makes the decision on whether or not we get a marker the online petition as an extra show of support from folks all over the country and world,” she said. “That will go in the packet with the pen-and-ink signatures.” The public can sign the online petition on the official website.
Family Of Maura Murray Seeks Historical Marker At Site Of Disappearance
“I really wanted to show the committee that makes the decision on whether or not we get a marker the online petition as an extra show of support from folks all over the country and world,” she said. “That will go in the packet with the pen-and-ink signatures.” The public can sign the online petition on the official website.
Associated Press - July 22, 2020
Missing woman's family wants marker where she was last seen
Maura Murray’s family is seeking support for their application to the state of New Hampshire to install a historical marker in Haverhill, where Murray was last seen alive walking on the side of the road. “We must be pro-active to preserve the sacred place that my family and thousands of people visit each and every year,” said Julie Murray.
Missing woman's family wants marker where she was last seen
Maura Murray’s family is seeking support for their application to the state of New Hampshire to install a historical marker in Haverhill, where Murray was last seen alive walking on the side of the road. “We must be pro-active to preserve the sacred place that my family and thousands of people visit each and every year,” said Julie Murray.
The Caledonian Record - June 25, 2020
Family Of Maura Murray Opposes Bill To Remove Roadside Memorials
“Until Maura is found, we have no grave to visit or ashes to scatter,” she [Julie Murray] wrote. “HB 1255 and any companion bill in the Senate will destroy the only sacred place our family and our dedicated community have to remember and honor Maura.”
Read the Murray's Opposition Letter Here.
Family Of Maura Murray Opposes Bill To Remove Roadside Memorials
“Until Maura is found, we have no grave to visit or ashes to scatter,” she [Julie Murray] wrote. “HB 1255 and any companion bill in the Senate will destroy the only sacred place our family and our dedicated community have to remember and honor Maura.”
Read the Murray's Opposition Letter Here.
Obsessed with: Disappeared - June 24, 2020
An Interview with Julie Murray, Maura Murray's Sister
"We gain more people every single day to the community and it’s amazing. I want to harness the energy of the community. I want to bring these smart people together and yes we’re going to solve the case. I 100% believe it.” - Julie Murray
An Interview with Julie Murray, Maura Murray's Sister
"We gain more people every single day to the community and it’s amazing. I want to harness the energy of the community. I want to bring these smart people together and yes we’re going to solve the case. I 100% believe it.” - Julie Murray
Obsessed with: Disappeared [Podcast] - June 24, 2020
The Disappearance of Maura Murray
Patrick Hinds and Ellyn Marsh tell Maura's story by recapping the Disappeared episode on ID featuring Maura.
The Disappearance of Maura Murray
Patrick Hinds and Ellyn Marsh tell Maura's story by recapping the Disappeared episode on ID featuring Maura.
Whitman-Hanson Express - May 7, 2020
Maura Murray's Family Launches Website
“As we honor what would be Maura’s 38th birthday, we believe now more than ever she will be found, brought home, and those responsible for her disappearance will be brought to justice." - Julie Murray
Maura Murray's Family Launches Website
“As we honor what would be Maura’s 38th birthday, we believe now more than ever she will be found, brought home, and those responsible for her disappearance will be brought to justice." - Julie Murray
WATD 95.9 News & Talk Radio - May 6, 2020
Missing Women's Family Launches New Website
Maura Murray of Hanson, disappeared over 16 years ago. Her family has never stopped looking for her. This past Monday marked her 38th birthday. Maura’s sister, Julie Murray, says the new website centralizes accurate and direct information about Maura. Julie also told WATD News, Monday also marked the day Maura’s mother died in 2009.
Missing Women's Family Launches New Website
Maura Murray of Hanson, disappeared over 16 years ago. Her family has never stopped looking for her. This past Monday marked her 38th birthday. Maura’s sister, Julie Murray, says the new website centralizes accurate and direct information about Maura. Julie also told WATD News, Monday also marked the day Maura’s mother died in 2009.
WCVB (Boston) - May 4, 2020
New website launched to help find UMass student who went missing 16 years ago
"As time goes on, the case generates more and more interest," said Murray's sister, Julie Murray. To keep Maura Murray's case front and center, her family has launched a new website, mauramurraymissing.org. The website is a resource for people who want to learn more about her case and also serves as a tribute, featuring never-before-seen pictures of her.
New website launched to help find UMass student who went missing 16 years ago
"As time goes on, the case generates more and more interest," said Murray's sister, Julie Murray. To keep Maura Murray's case front and center, her family has launched a new website, mauramurraymissing.org. The website is a resource for people who want to learn more about her case and also serves as a tribute, featuring never-before-seen pictures of her.
Fox 25 News (Boston) - May 4, 2020
On Maura Murray’s 38th birthday, family launches new website for missing UMass student
Maura’s family is marking the day by relaunching Maura’s website, and asking again for information that could finally solve this case. “My family has been doing this for 16 years,” Maura’s sister, Julie, told me. “We really just want closure. But there are no answers, we have no answers still, 16 years later. “
On Maura Murray’s 38th birthday, family launches new website for missing UMass student
Maura’s family is marking the day by relaunching Maura’s website, and asking again for information that could finally solve this case. “My family has been doing this for 16 years,” Maura’s sister, Julie, told me. “We really just want closure. But there are no answers, we have no answers still, 16 years later. “
WMUR (Manchester) - May 4, 2020
On her 38th birthday, the family of Maura Murray has launched a new website hoping it will lead to answers in her disappearance.
The Murray family said the new website is a tribute to Maura and a resource for the public who keep her memory alive and play an instrumental role in searching for her. “Maura’s case is international, and it’s gotten unbelievable coverage,” said Julie Murray, Maura’s sister. “I truly believe there is somebody out there that knows something.”
On her 38th birthday, the family of Maura Murray has launched a new website hoping it will lead to answers in her disappearance.
The Murray family said the new website is a tribute to Maura and a resource for the public who keep her memory alive and play an instrumental role in searching for her. “Maura’s case is international, and it’s gotten unbelievable coverage,” said Julie Murray, Maura’s sister. “I truly believe there is somebody out there that knows something.”
WATD 95.9 News & Talk Radio - February 7, 2020
Missing Woman [Maura] Disappeared 16 Years Ago: Interview with Fred and Kurtis
Sunday marks the 16th anniversary of the disappearance of Hanson native Maura Murray, on a dark New Hampshire road. WATD’s Christine James had a chance to talk with Maura’s father Fred and her brother Kurtis to review what happened and see where the investigation is going.
Missing Woman [Maura] Disappeared 16 Years Ago: Interview with Fred and Kurtis
Sunday marks the 16th anniversary of the disappearance of Hanson native Maura Murray, on a dark New Hampshire road. WATD’s Christine James had a chance to talk with Maura’s father Fred and her brother Kurtis to review what happened and see where the investigation is going.
Missing Maura Murray [Podcast] - February 6, 2020
16 Years Missing with Julie Murray
Co-hosts Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna chat with Maura's sister, Julie, to discuss the latest
in Maura's case and community.
16 Years Missing with Julie Murray
Co-hosts Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna chat with Maura's sister, Julie, to discuss the latest
in Maura's case and community.
True Crime Garage [Podcast] - January 28, 2020
Maura Murray - Interview with Julie Murray
Co-host of True Crime Garage, "The Captain," conducts exclusive two-part interview with Julie Murray.
Maura Murray - Interview with Julie Murray
Co-host of True Crime Garage, "The Captain," conducts exclusive two-part interview with Julie Murray.
Rolling Stone - October 29, 2019
How to be a Social Media Sleuth
A journalist determined to solve the New Hampshire disappearance of Maura Murray suggested in a book he wrote that Murray’s father - who was never a suspect in her disappearance - was suspicious because of his refusal to talk with him.
How to be a Social Media Sleuth
A journalist determined to solve the New Hampshire disappearance of Maura Murray suggested in a book he wrote that Murray’s father - who was never a suspect in her disappearance - was suspicious because of his refusal to talk with him.
The Massachusetts Daily Collegian - September 19, 2019
The Mystery of Maura Murray, 15 years later
Murray made headlines once again in April 2019 when New Hampshire Associate Attorney General Jeffrey Strelzin announced a home in Woodsville, New Hampshire would be searched for her remains. The home near the scene of Murray’s car crash had the concrete from the basement area removed, and the search turned up empty.
The Mystery of Maura Murray, 15 years later
Murray made headlines once again in April 2019 when New Hampshire Associate Attorney General Jeffrey Strelzin announced a home in Woodsville, New Hampshire would be searched for her remains. The home near the scene of Murray’s car crash had the concrete from the basement area removed, and the search turned up empty.
INSIDER - July 22, 2019
The 14 most well-known unsolved missing person cases in history
The last time she [Maura] was seen was on the side of the road after her car had allegedly skidded off. A bus driver told police he offered to call for help, but said she had already called for roadside assistance. By the time that authorities arrived, Maura was gone.
The 14 most well-known unsolved missing person cases in history
The last time she [Maura] was seen was on the side of the road after her car had allegedly skidded off. A bus driver told police he offered to call for help, but said she had already called for roadside assistance. By the time that authorities arrived, Maura was gone.
ABC News - April 3, 2019
Maura Murray, 21, has been missing since 2004. New search finds no evidence but her dad's not satisfied
Maura Murray, 21, has been missing since 2004. New search finds no evidence but her dad's not satisfied
Fox News - February 9, 2019
Father of missing nursing student Maura Murray believes new info will lead to her remains 15 years later
"It's been 15 years and I haven't let up," Fred Murray told The Associated Press.
Father of missing nursing student Maura Murray believes new info will lead to her remains 15 years later
"It's been 15 years and I haven't let up," Fred Murray told The Associated Press.
WCVB (Boston) - February 7, 2019
Father Hopes Evidence he Helped Uncover Will Renew Search for Daughter
“All I have left is the public,” he [Fred] said. “Because I'm not getting any help anywhere else.
I'm asking for help for my daughter.”
Father Hopes Evidence he Helped Uncover Will Renew Search for Daughter
“All I have left is the public,” he [Fred] said. “Because I'm not getting any help anywhere else.
I'm asking for help for my daughter.”
WBZ-TV (Boston) - February 7, 2019
Father Believes Missing Daughter’s Remains Are Buried In Basement Of N.H. Home
“I want to bring my daughter home and give her a proper burial,” Fred Murray told WBZ. He’s now 76-years-old, and has dedicated the last fifteen years of his life to finding his missing daughter.
Father Believes Missing Daughter’s Remains Are Buried In Basement Of N.H. Home
“I want to bring my daughter home and give her a proper burial,” Fred Murray told WBZ. He’s now 76-years-old, and has dedicated the last fifteen years of his life to finding his missing daughter.
107 Degrees [Podcast]: Maura Murray - March 5, 2018
Conversation with Fred Murray, Part 2
Erin continues her interview with Fred discussing the red truck, the police interviews that took place on the Oxygen series, “The Disappearance of Maura Murray,” the scent trail conducted on February 11, 2004, and the timeline of events in the days following Maura’s disappearance.
Conversation with Fred Murray, Part 2
Erin continues her interview with Fred discussing the red truck, the police interviews that took place on the Oxygen series, “The Disappearance of Maura Murray,” the scent trail conducted on February 11, 2004, and the timeline of events in the days following Maura’s disappearance.
107 Degrees [Podcast]: Maura Murray - December 22, 2017
Conversation with Fred Murray, Part 1
Erinn Larkin, host of 107 Degrees, conducts an exclusive interview with Fred Murray discussing his thoughts on the Oxygen series. Topics include the A-Frame house, the gathering at Sara Alfieri’s dorm on Saturday, and the suspicious individuals that have been brought to Mr. Murray’s attention over the years.
Conversation with Fred Murray, Part 1
Erinn Larkin, host of 107 Degrees, conducts an exclusive interview with Fred Murray discussing his thoughts on the Oxygen series. Topics include the A-Frame house, the gathering at Sara Alfieri’s dorm on Saturday, and the suspicious individuals that have been brought to Mr. Murray’s attention over the years.
E! News - September 30, 2017
The Disappearance of Maura Murray: Everything You Need to Know About the Baffling Unsolved Case
Added her brother, also named Fred, "There's so many things that could have happened. It's going to take someone coming forward with a piece of information to solve it and it's probably something simple. The likely scenario is that she got picked up by someone."
The Disappearance of Maura Murray: Everything You Need to Know About the Baffling Unsolved Case
Added her brother, also named Fred, "There's so many things that could have happened. It's going to take someone coming forward with a piece of information to solve it and it's probably something simple. The likely scenario is that she got picked up by someone."
Amherst Bulletin - September 28, 2017
On The Trail of Truth
“I just wish people would realize that this is very, very painful for all of us,” Murray’s brother, Kurt, says of internet theories during an interview with Freleng in the [Oxygen] show’s first episode.
On The Trail of Truth
“I just wish people would realize that this is very, very painful for all of us,” Murray’s brother, Kurt, says of internet theories during an interview with Freleng in the [Oxygen] show’s first episode.
Oxygen Network - September 23 to October 28, 2017
The Disappearance of Maura Murray
The Disappearance of Maura Murray
Crime Stories With Nancy Grace [Podcast] - September 22, 2017
Mysterious unsolved of the disappearance of Maura Murray
Nancy Grace discusses the case with Maggie Freleng and former U.S. Marshall Art Roderick, the primary investigators in "The Disappearance of Maura Murray."
Mysterious unsolved of the disappearance of Maura Murray
Nancy Grace discusses the case with Maggie Freleng and former U.S. Marshall Art Roderick, the primary investigators in "The Disappearance of Maura Murray."
Dr. Oz Show - October 3, 2017
True Crime Tuesday: The Disappearance of Maura Murray
Julie Murray, Maggie Freling and Arthur Roderick talk about missing Maura Murray.
True Crime Tuesday: The Disappearance of Maura Murray
Julie Murray, Maggie Freling and Arthur Roderick talk about missing Maura Murray.
People - August 21, 2017
The Mystery of Maura Murray, College Student Who Suddenly Vanished After 2004 Crash
"There’s no letting go," Murray’s father told the Associated Press in 2014. "My daughter wouldn’t want me to quit on her. She’d want me to keep trying to find out who grabbed her."
The Mystery of Maura Murray, College Student Who Suddenly Vanished After 2004 Crash
"There’s no letting go," Murray’s father told the Associated Press in 2014. "My daughter wouldn’t want me to quit on her. She’d want me to keep trying to find out who grabbed her."
Irish Central - May 2, 2017
Maura Murray: Still missing after 13 long years
“My dad’s 74,’’ Julie told the Boston Globe. “I don’t want much more time to elapse without him knowing something. I want some answers for my dad’s sake. Somebody knows something. Somebody doesn’t just disappear literally without a trace. This case and my sister are in his every waking thought. It never leaves him.
Thirteen years is long enough. We need some answers.’’
Maura Murray: Still missing after 13 long years
“My dad’s 74,’’ Julie told the Boston Globe. “I don’t want much more time to elapse without him knowing something. I want some answers for my dad’s sake. Somebody knows something. Somebody doesn’t just disappear literally without a trace. This case and my sister are in his every waking thought. It never leaves him.
Thirteen years is long enough. We need some answers.’’
The Caledonian Record - February 13, 2017
Residents Push For Answers As 13th Anniversary Of Maura Murray Disappearance Is Marked
Fred Murray believes she was abducted in a crime of opportunity. Both Fred Murray and Smith have been very critical of local and state police and what they say are inconsistencies in police reports.
Residents Push For Answers As 13th Anniversary Of Maura Murray Disappearance Is Marked
Fred Murray believes she was abducted in a crime of opportunity. Both Fred Murray and Smith have been very critical of local and state police and what they say are inconsistencies in police reports.
The New Yorker - June 23, 2016
“True Crime Addict” and the Serious Problem of Internet Sleuths
Crime 'addicts' such as Renner rarely, if ever, solve crimes. They are drawn to the most dramatic possibilities and ignore more tedious solutions. For all that he has written on Murray’s case, both in his book and online, I’ve never seen him seriously investigate the most plausible theory.
“True Crime Addict” and the Serious Problem of Internet Sleuths
Crime 'addicts' such as Renner rarely, if ever, solve crimes. They are drawn to the most dramatic possibilities and ignore more tedious solutions. For all that he has written on Murray’s case, both in his book and online, I’ve never seen him seriously investigate the most plausible theory.
The Caledonian Record - March 19, 2015
Maitland Missing 11 Years; Investigation Continues
Despite perceived similarities between the disappearances of Maitland and Murray, a University of Massachusetts-Amherst student who was 21 years old when she disappeared after a one-car minor accident on Route 112 in Haverhill, N.H., March 9, 2004, the police have ruled out a connection. Murray still has not been found.
Maitland Missing 11 Years; Investigation Continues
Despite perceived similarities between the disappearances of Maitland and Murray, a University of Massachusetts-Amherst student who was 21 years old when she disappeared after a one-car minor accident on Route 112 in Haverhill, N.H., March 9, 2004, the police have ruled out a connection. Murray still has not been found.
Fox 25 News (Boston) - February 10, 2014
New England's Unsolved: What Happened to Maura Murray
New England's Unsolved: What Happened to Maura Murray
The Caledonian Record - February 8, 2014
10 Years Later: No Answers, No Arrests In Maura Murray Disappearance
"I'm only hopeful if the FBI comes in and takes over the case," said Fred Murray. "Other than that, it will take some luck, someone who gives me information that turns out to be accurate, or, barring that, somebody who knows something and gets mad at someone else and squeals on them, or someone getting loaded and bragging."
10 Years Later: No Answers, No Arrests In Maura Murray Disappearance
"I'm only hopeful if the FBI comes in and takes over the case," said Fred Murray. "Other than that, it will take some luck, someone who gives me information that turns out to be accurate, or, barring that, somebody who knows something and gets mad at someone else and squeals on them, or someone getting loaded and bragging."
New York Daily News - February 8, 2014
Mystery 2004 New Hampshire disappearance of college student continues to torment family, baffle authorities
"She got into the wrong car. She went to the wrong house," Healy [one of the investigators who has volunteered countless hours on the case] said last week. "One minute she's there, 10 minutes later she's not."
Mystery 2004 New Hampshire disappearance of college student continues to torment family, baffle authorities
"She got into the wrong car. She went to the wrong house," Healy [one of the investigators who has volunteered countless hours on the case] said last week. "One minute she's there, 10 minutes later she's not."
Boston Magazine - February 1, 2014
Will The Internet Find Maura Murray
On the Internet, Maura’s disappearance is the perfect obsession, a puzzle of clues that offers a tantalizing illusion—if the right armchair detective connects the right dots, maybe the unsolvable can be solved. For Helena Murray, the downsides of citizen sleuthing have come to outweigh the benefits. “It’s terribly, terribly sad to see what they do online,” she says.
Will The Internet Find Maura Murray
On the Internet, Maura’s disappearance is the perfect obsession, a puzzle of clues that offers a tantalizing illusion—if the right armchair detective connects the right dots, maybe the unsolvable can be solved. For Helena Murray, the downsides of citizen sleuthing have come to outweigh the benefits. “It’s terribly, terribly sad to see what they do online,” she says.
New Hampshire Union Leader - August 25, 2013
Serial killer was in NH amid spree
The FBI is asking for help from people in New Hampshire and across the country to trace Keyes' travels and learn the identity of the other victims whose bodies have not been found and whose loved ones may not have even reported them missing. The FBI said his victims were mostly female and ranged in age from teenagers to the elderly.
Serial killer was in NH amid spree
The FBI is asking for help from people in New Hampshire and across the country to trace Keyes' travels and learn the identity of the other victims whose bodies have not been found and whose loved ones may not have even reported them missing. The FBI said his victims were mostly female and ranged in age from teenagers to the elderly.
Daily Mail - February 21, 2012
Who is the 'sadistic madman' taunting family of missing coed with trolling video eight years to the day that she disappeared?
The sadistic urge to inflict pain and suffering on other people is always a way of making individuals feel powerful. That's what it's all about. He wants to be in charge,' he [criminologist Jack Levin] said.
Who is the 'sadistic madman' taunting family of missing coed with trolling video eight years to the day that she disappeared?
The sadistic urge to inflict pain and suffering on other people is always a way of making individuals feel powerful. That's what it's all about. He wants to be in charge,' he [criminologist Jack Levin] said.
SOCO Magazine - April 1, 2011
What Happened to Maura Murray
Seven years later there are far more questions than answers for Maura's parents, Fred and Laurie, for her siblings, extended family, friends, and her college boyfriend, Billy Rausch. "It doesn't take me long when I get up (to think about Maura). My daughter is missing. We don't know what happened to my daughter," said Fred Murray.
What Happened to Maura Murray
Seven years later there are far more questions than answers for Maura's parents, Fred and Laurie, for her siblings, extended family, friends, and her college boyfriend, Billy Rausch. "It doesn't take me long when I get up (to think about Maura). My daughter is missing. We don't know what happened to my daughter," said Fred Murray.
Disappeared - February 8, 2010
Miles to Nowhere
Maura goes missing after her car swerves off a dark and windy road over 140 miles away from her dorm. As the years pass, her family and friends refuse to give up their search to discover what happened to her that fateful February night.
Miles to Nowhere
Maura goes missing after her car swerves off a dark and windy road over 140 miles away from her dorm. As the years pass, her family and friends refuse to give up their search to discover what happened to her that fateful February night.
The Caledonian Record - February 9, 2009
Five Years Later, Maura Murray Still Missing After Driving To Haverhill, N.H.
Since 2004 Fred Murray has wanted FBI involvement to address the mysteries of the case.
"Nothing has changed over five years," he said.
Five Years Later, Maura Murray Still Missing After Driving To Haverhill, N.H.
Since 2004 Fred Murray has wanted FBI involvement to address the mysteries of the case.
"Nothing has changed over five years," he said.
Nancy Grace - November 25, 2008
Student wrecks car on snowy road, disappears
Investigators initially operated under the theory that the dean's list student was troubled and had decided to escape from the demands of her life for a while. As a result, they did not immediately begin to look for her.
The search did not begin until 39 hours after her crashed car was found.
Student wrecks car on snowy road, disappears
Investigators initially operated under the theory that the dean's list student was troubled and had decided to escape from the demands of her life for a while. As a result, they did not immediately begin to look for her.
The search did not begin until 39 hours after her crashed car was found.
ABC News - August 4, 2008
Vanished: Two Coeds, Two Horrifying Mysteries
The families of two missing college students - Maura Murray and Brooke Wilberger - have
formed an unlikely bond.
Vanished: Two Coeds, Two Horrifying Mysteries
The families of two missing college students - Maura Murray and Brooke Wilberger - have
formed an unlikely bond.
Whitman-Hanson Express - July 12, 2007
Maura is Missing
The Westmans could not agree on an exact description of the person in the black Saturn. Faith Westman believed she had seen a man with a cigarette, while Tim Westman believed it was a woman at the scene on her cell phone and that the red light from the phone looked like the tip of a cigarette.
Maura is Missing
The Westmans could not agree on an exact description of the person in the black Saturn. Faith Westman believed she had seen a man with a cigarette, while Tim Westman believed it was a woman at the scene on her cell phone and that the red light from the phone looked like the tip of a cigarette.
Murray vs. NH State Police et al. - November 14, 2006
Fred Murray's Appeal for Records in front of the New Hampshire Supreme Court
“If you’re like the father in this case saying ‘I want records’ and police come in and say ‘well we’re using all these records” and the judge says ‘well if you say you’re using then I guess there’s nothing I need to do here.’ What’s the judge there for? To find out whether they believe the police?” -Chief Justice speaking to Nancy Smith representing New Hampshire
Fred Murray's Appeal for Records in front of the New Hampshire Supreme Court
“If you’re like the father in this case saying ‘I want records’ and police come in and say ‘well we’re using all these records” and the judge says ‘well if you say you’re using then I guess there’s nothing I need to do here.’ What’s the judge there for? To find out whether they believe the police?” -Chief Justice speaking to Nancy Smith representing New Hampshire
ABC 20/20 - March 17, 2006
Vanished: Two Coeds, Two Horrifying Mysteries
20/20 on Investigation Discovery investigates missing co-eds Maura Murray and Brooke Wilberger
Vanished: Two Coeds, Two Horrifying Mysteries
20/20 on Investigation Discovery investigates missing co-eds Maura Murray and Brooke Wilberger
Boston Globe - January 29, 2006
Father Seeks Data on a Lost Daughter; After Two Years an Appeal is Filed
Maura Murray's boyfriend does not understand the decision either. "I really don't see why such a
request would not be granted," said Army Captain Bill Rausch, 25, now stationed in Lawton, Okla.
"If nothing else, we're just asking to be put on the same playing field."
Father Seeks Data on a Lost Daughter; After Two Years an Appeal is Filed
Maura Murray's boyfriend does not understand the decision either. "I really don't see why such a
request would not be granted," said Army Captain Bill Rausch, 25, now stationed in Lawton, Okla.
"If nothing else, we're just asking to be put on the same playing field."
Boston Globe - December 29, 2005
Father sues state, police over probe: Man wants data released in daughter's disappearance
"The most compelling reason favoring disclosure in this case centers on the fact that Maura could
very well still be in danger, and disclosure of the information compiled by authorities could help
locate her," the lawsuit says.
Father sues state, police over probe: Man wants data released in daughter's disappearance
"The most compelling reason favoring disclosure in this case centers on the fact that Maura could
very well still be in danger, and disclosure of the information compiled by authorities could help
locate her," the lawsuit says.
The Caledonian Record - February 10, 2005
Maura Murray Remembered A Year After Disappearance
"There is no question she was going to Bartlett," Fred said after the observance Wed. afternoon. "It is our favorite place. Bartlett is our home operation up here." He and Maura used to visit the area four to five times a year and would hike area mountains in the region. "We've been going there ever since I changed her diapers in the woods," Fred Murray said.
Maura Murray Remembered A Year After Disappearance
"There is no question she was going to Bartlett," Fred said after the observance Wed. afternoon. "It is our favorite place. Bartlett is our home operation up here." He and Maura used to visit the area four to five times a year and would hike area mountains in the region. "We've been going there ever since I changed her diapers in the woods," Fred Murray said.
Montel Williams Show - November 29, 2004
Vanished Without a Trace
Montel talks with families of missing adults Maura Murray, Brooke Wilberger, Jason Jolkowski, Janis Stavros, and talks to Kym L. Pasqualini, founder and former CEO of the National Center for Missing Adults about how a loved one can vanish in the blink of an eye.
Vanished Without a Trace
Montel talks with families of missing adults Maura Murray, Brooke Wilberger, Jason Jolkowski, Janis Stavros, and talks to Kym L. Pasqualini, founder and former CEO of the National Center for Missing Adults about how a loved one can vanish in the blink of an eye.
The Caledonian Record - July 14, 2004
Another Search For Maura Murray Turns Up Little
"There are items in her possession that were not located in her car," Scarinza said. "She had a black backpack, which has not been found. If we could find it, that would be important." At the site where Murray was last seen, a bright blue ribbon hangs, along with a picture of her and a poster offering a $40,000 reward for information about her whereabouts.
Another Search For Maura Murray Turns Up Little
"There are items in her possession that were not located in her car," Scarinza said. "She had a black backpack, which has not been found. If we could find it, that would be important." At the site where Murray was last seen, a bright blue ribbon hangs, along with a picture of her and a poster offering a $40,000 reward for information about her whereabouts.
The Caledonian Record - February 27, 2004
Family, Friends of Maura Murray Upset With Investigation
"With all the attention from the media, if a good person had picked her up, he would have come forward," said Sharon Rausch, mother of Bill Rausch, Murray's boyfriend. "It leads us to believe a bad guy picked her up. I just wish they would treat this as a criminal investigation. If they treated it as such, the FBI could become more involved."
Family, Friends of Maura Murray Upset With Investigation
"With all the attention from the media, if a good person had picked her up, he would have come forward," said Sharon Rausch, mother of Bill Rausch, Murray's boyfriend. "It leads us to believe a bad guy picked her up. I just wish they would treat this as a criminal investigation. If they treated it as such, the FBI could become more involved."
WMUR (Manchester) - February 20, 2004
Search Suspended for Maura Murray
"There's no way she would ever put the most important people in her life through this nightmare."
-Sharon Rausch
Search Suspended for Maura Murray
"There's no way she would ever put the most important people in her life through this nightmare."
-Sharon Rausch
CNN American Morning - February 17, 2004
Mystery Disappearance
"Maura was seen at the vehicle not more than a minute before the authorities arrived at the scene, which leads us to believe that she was either picked up by an individual immediately after eyewitnesses saw her, or she walked up the road and was picked up then." - Bill Rausch
Mystery Disappearance
"Maura was seen at the vehicle not more than a minute before the authorities arrived at the scene, which leads us to believe that she was either picked up by an individual immediately after eyewitnesses saw her, or she walked up the road and was picked up then." - Bill Rausch
Boston Globe - February 15, 2004
A student vanishes, and questions mount
"I’m hoping someone will see her and call someone to let us know she’s all right. We’re just sitting on eggshells waiting for that,” said Laurie Murray, Murray’s mother, a nurse at the Samuel Marcus Nursing Home in Weymouth.
A student vanishes, and questions mount
"I’m hoping someone will see her and call someone to let us know she’s all right. We’re just sitting on eggshells waiting for that,” said Laurie Murray, Murray’s mother, a nurse at the Samuel Marcus Nursing Home in Weymouth.
WMUR (Manchester) - February 12, 2004
Maura Murray Goes Missing
Maura Murray, 21, a nursing student at UMass, goes missing after crashing her 1996 Saturn on Rt. 112 in Haverhill, N.H. Witnesses said after the crash she asked them to call a wrecker but not the police.
When police arrived on scene 10 minutes later, she was gone.
Maura Murray Goes Missing
Maura Murray, 21, a nursing student at UMass, goes missing after crashing her 1996 Saturn on Rt. 112 in Haverhill, N.H. Witnesses said after the crash she asked them to call a wrecker but not the police.
When police arrived on scene 10 minutes later, she was gone.