Ikr, I live in Cincinnati & I followed it on the news everyday. So hard to believe it's been 22 years ago. She'd be all grown up now, probably married & have a baby or 2 of her own. So sad! 😭 RIP precious Erica! 🙏💔🕊️🌹🙏
I Live in Kettering. I remember her very well. Her mother was not as good as mother as you think. My cousins lived right down the street from her. And they were telling stories about what the mother has did. but mother deserves what happened to Erica to them.
Erica Baker doesn't deserve this, she needs to be found. Her family deserve to have a grave to visit, I'm sure they would love to give her a decent burial. Their pain & torment has gone on long enough. The entire story is heartbreaking.
@@skinovtheperineum1208 the above answer can go for you too I'll talk to where I want to I'll be very intelligent person if they wanted to be very unique it will be very unique why are you critiquing me
Since you're in the Midwest, I'd love for you to feature my cousin Vanessa Cook's story. She was a probation officer, and she was kidnapped, gang r**ed, tortured and held captive for days before being shot in the head and left in a field in Gary, Indiana. She was 25 years old. The killers were 16, 17, and 19 yrs old. They got ridiculously short sentences. But when the eldest was released ... he does it again to a 15 yr old girl! Vanessa was just recently recognized as the 1st Black woman who died in the line of duty in Indiana and had a building named on her honor in Gary in February of this year. This case brings chills all over my body. I remember it well because I was 19 and visiting my family in Cleveland when it happened. Rest well, sweet girl! You are remembered by so many people than you could ever begin to imagine now...💔💔💔 (EDIT: The dedication was on February 28th, 2022. I originally said January, but I was mistaken and corrected it. I appreciate all the condolences as well. I was exactly 9 months old to the day when this happened, and I'm now 42. I grew up "in the shadows of Vanessa" as the kids in my generation of the family say. It scared our parents so much to let us out of their sight. This was before being a helicopter parent was even a thing. But because she was kidnapped in her neighborhood just going to the store after work, and we still lived in the area, it was hard for them to allow us to just be kids. We're so close in my generation because our cousins were almost the only friends we were allowed to have. But as an adult I appreciate it because we're all still very tapped into one another's lives and still have close bonds. We're just happy that after 41 years, the state finally recognized that her death was because of her position working for them and she's finally gotten her flowers. I just wish her mom had lived to see it. She passed on January 20th, Vanessa's bday, this year. R.I.H. to my grandfather's twin, my great-aunt and Van's mom Edna Robinson Cook and her father my great-uncle Frank. W. Cook).
Things in life really make no sense sometimes & your comment is one of those cases I read that and was in shock ugh they should have been thrown under the jail.
Hey, you're in my neck of the woods! I definitely remember this case. What kills me is that Jan Frank is now deceased, and her husband signed a waiver so her attorney is no longer bound by lawyer-client privilege. She could help get Erica's family some sort of closure but still refuses to talk... Such a sad case.
Maybe the girl wasn't even hit by the van, they could've kidnapped and raped and killed her. Cause why wouldn't they just tell everything and where Erica is. Probably cause there is evidence she was indeed murdered and raped and taken from that street, I also find it suspicious because you see a lot of abductions happening in vans
It is unfathomable how someone could see an innocent child and want to harm them. The darkness that exists in some souls in this world is chilling. Monster.
I wish with all my being that was the case but sadly I feel heaven and hell are only on this realm. People who hurt children need to experience hell while here on earth.
I think the "hit and run" story is BS. I think the girl was s*xually assaulted. They would have called the ambulance if that was the case, or more callously, just left her where she was.
I'm also from a south suburb of Dayton like Erica we'll never forget her she'll always be one of our Angel's.. There's a possibility they wouldn't call 911 if they hit her with the van because they were driving high on drugs and possibly drinking too fear of arrest.. Maybe they had drug paraphernalia and alcohol in the van .. Yes, most people if they're sober call 911 if tgey hit someone especially a child, Some high or drunk people might risk punishment and still call get the stuff out of the vehicle first maybe.. That's why Beth the Attorney's testimony is so important in this case.. She knows whether they hit Erica with their van and nothing else happened to her or the 2 men ABDUCTED HER, raped, murdered, and disposed of Erica's body probably her in a dumpster... 😭😭😭💔 That Attorney is a Mother I can't believe she won't tell what she knows..
@@lorileew2337 The reason why the attorney can't say anything is because it would be unconstitutional for her to reveal attorney client privilege discussions. That wouldn't get justice for this poor little girl as that evidence wouldn't be able to be used in court.
@@lightyagami3492 The confession of what and WHERE they disposed of Erica's body WOULD DO GOOD . Beth Lweis is releaesed from Attorney Client Privilege because Jan Frank's is deceased and her husband Gabriel? signed his waiver/release.. Jan Frank is no longer in any danger of legal reprocussussions of whatever she told her Attorney Beth Matthew's.. Beth Lewis is a Mother before she's an Attorney (or her children should be #1 Priority) she should know what agony Misty Baker has gone through all of these years.. Jan Frank's is deceased she isn't betraying her Client by repeating to Cold Case Detective's everything Jan Frank's told her..Come on you know that, and this little innocent girl deserves a proper burial not a vigil or memorial with unamswered questions.. A hometown mystery every 10 year decade anniversary of Erica's death disappearance or whatever happened to the our little Angel. Beth could let us know if they truly hit her with their van is that even the TRUTH I've always wondered did someone else Abduct her.. Beth knows the answers to questions that torments Misty Baker's mind as a Mother Beth Lewis shouldn't be so cold hearted...
Lamont, I love that you travel all across America to remember the lives of those that's no longer with us. Stay safe out there and keep on keeping on. Peace and Love to you.💘
We only know what they say is the truth. They may have been playing some stupid game...you know the one where a driver thinks it's hilarious to run through some water on the road in order to splash a pedestrian, sometimes cutting through a puddle or the water collected at the curb...or the one where the car drives right at the pedestrian to scare them, swerving at the last minute? The kind of mean spirited pointless "pranks" people who are drunk, high or just plain a holes find hilarious. And she was struck. I hate to think it was anything darker, but I do think these weren't truthful people, so the version they told probably wasn't accurate.
It amazes me how many children are abducted and never heard from again. We were in the military and lived on base most of the time. You always felt safe there but now I shudder to think how many predators might have been near my children when playing outside. Sad story!
Same, as a military dependent in the 90s we were always out playing all day and didn’t think much about it safety wise. No cell phones either. Most people knew most everybody else especially on base neighborhoods. Police were good about regular patrolling too. Even off base was much safer back then compared to today. Sad that times have changed.
Because you are on a military base does not make you safe. Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio had signs making parts of the Fort off limits after dark. Soldiers were getting mugged taking a short cut through a dark field behind the base theater.
@@Las-Vegas-Muskets true but if a military members ..let alone officers kid goes missing on base or something happens it doesn’t go unsolved long. Super rare
As a parent of four children myself I cannot imagine what her mother and father went through.. and I'm sure her father beat himself up for years for not buying those tickets to the school dance that night therefore she would have never been there to walk the dog that evening I'm sure that plays in his head a lot..
I imagine he has also. However, her mom has much more to beat herself up over also. I'm not talking about just letting her daughter go out in the rain, extremely close to totally darkness. It was rainy which means early February it was also means it was already dusk when she left. Believe me she's had her own nightmares over her own experiences with her children.
Oh man....I live about 2 miles from there. Lamont was so close to me and I missed him! This story was huge around here back then. Something very sketchy happened, that's for sure.
My husband and I spotted him about 20 miles north of here about a month ago and tried to meet him. Lamont, I'm the blue van woman. I think we'll spot you again. I remember the story.
I live up the street from her family. We had just bought our house 1 1/2 months b4 this happened. We were shocked and our hearts go out to their family. I went to School with her Dad. Our family along with so many ppl out there would love to see the family get closure.🙏😪
From Kettering Ohio here I'm so thankful that you did this story I remember that day all too well my children were very small my oldest daughter was 2 years younger . I hung missing signs for months. Sad thing in this case the lawyer for that woman knew exactly where she was . And even after her death the lawyer still refused to disclose the information . so very sad
I remember answering my door all those years ago and getting a handout on Erica's disappearance in my neighborhood in Kettering. I lived off Vale Drive back then and still live in Kettering.
That sounds like a cover-up story with the van hitting Erika and then putting her body in the van ,they are trying to distance themselves from the real crime that they committed.
I lived just across the street from Indian Riffle park in Kettering when this happened. I normally took my kids to the park every day but did not that day because of the rain….I’ve regretted that ever since 😓
@@JWyatt23 yes, me too. I lived on Wagner Rd, right off Stroop, when this happened and for many years afterward. I wish so very much now that I would’ve went to the park that day and possibly have at least been a witness….and yes, like you, I remember all of this as if it happened yesterday not more than 20 years ago😓
Lamont you are a true story teller it was like you brought back this child to life from she being mad at her dad for not getting the tickets for the father daughter dance to walking her dog to sitting by the lake to the people responsible for her disappearance you took the time to explain this very sad story. Thanks again for bringing to memory many that may have been forgotten. Be safe 🙏.
I remember that one. Police dropped the ball on that one. Even if she is found they screwed up so bad that the guy most likely would never be convicted.
Please tell me how the police "screwed up so bad." No one, no one, knew what happened. How would you go about it? Hm? They searched for miles, then got a tip about this guy Christian Gabriel, found his sold van, inspected it, found no evidence, AT ALL, no DNA, no hair, fibers, nothing. His girlfriend at the time, Jan Franks lawyered up, after that detectives could not interrogate her. After her death, her attorney was put in jail because she wouldn't divulge what Jan had told her. Somehow, I can't for the life of me figure how you came up with the conclusion that they failed. 👎
Nope people like that I believe God and Lucifer get together and neither one wants them so there eternal soul walks in limbo. But that's just my opinion
Thank you for sharing her story, Lamont. Your videos are informative and it goes to show you do a lot of research. You should have way more subscribers than what you currently have. Your videos are pure gold.
Effin crazy! My step mother and her daughter were friends with Erica and her mother. Big shout out to Trina and Brittney! I remember you fine ladies giving it your all with flyers, personal time, and prayers. Never giving up hope even with all the crazy rumors that never ended. This video sure took me back in time. RIP Erica. My heart goes out to family and friends 😔
Lamonte you were born a natural tour guide! I love hearing a bit of wind hit the mic and the nature noises. Last night I was listening to the David Vetter episode while going to sleep and I felt like I was out there walking it myself. I absolutely love your channel friend. I’ve never heard this case, and that’s another reason I love your videos, you tell stories about everyone from every walk of life.
I didn’t know there wasn’t a statue of limitations for murder. That poor little girl frightened and severely injured in that van. Beth Lewis is just despicable and needs to come clean about what happened. Crimes against children are beyond deplorable. So many years later, family with no closure. Thank you for sharing this story of a little girl
You should do a video on the Carrie Culberson case out of Blanchester ,Ohio,,,,I live in Fairfield,Ohio and remember that like yesterday, keep up the great work!
Another local case where she'll never be found. That POS Vincent doan should sit in prison till he tells where she's at & what happened to her that night!
The fact that Vincent Doan was sent to Prison even though Carrie's body has never been found is small amount of Justice for her family..Vincent thought he'd never get caught without her body being found well, in our Country the body of the victim doesn't need to be found for a murder conviction..He'll never tell where they put her v body he's a Sociopath Narcissist he'd never admit Guilt and then tell where she is.. Vincent murdered Carrie went crying to his Dad and Brother so they'd helped him make sure her body would never be found.. A Law Enforcement Official also told them "when" a pond/lake was going to be searched giving them a chance to get Carrie's body out of that pond if she was there.. The Law Enforcement Official was fired I believe for telling them beforehand that the pond/lake was being searched.
As often is usual with Lamont's locations, what a beautiful park. So very, very sad that this wonderful place was the last thing this dear child saw. Thank you once again for a totally absorbing but very sad case and RIP dear Erica.
What a crazy story I feel sorry for the little girl. That would be so sad as a parent. I have 3 boys around that age I don't know what I would do. I love your posts Lamont
Made me scared of the world when she disappeared. I was a year younger then her. My cousin goes to this school now. My niece plays at this park. So very close to home.
I remember this story here in Ohio. I would see cars in my hometown driving around with Erica’s picture on the back window and the words “have you seen me” So sad! As a mother I cannot imagine losing my child and never even being able to lay them to rest let alone not really knowing exactly what happened to them😢
If it was my daughter I would of gotten the truth out of that guy. Even if It meant I would spend life in prison myself, after doing what I had to do to get him to talk.
Thank you Lamont, another Dayton story of a poor little girl. I live in the area, and this story has haunted the community, since there has been no "closure." By the way, Jan Franks died in prison (I can't remember why she was there), and detectives questioned her attorney, who would not give up her client's "secrets" even though her client was dead, so she spent time in jail for obstructing. Erica would be 30 now, living, hopefully, a happy life. 🥲
In 1977 I was 12 and a tiny little gymnast. I had to walk home from gymnastics practice about 7 blocks. I was almost home; about one block away when I noticed a man stop his truck, get out with an open map in his hands and heading towards me!! He was about 50 yards away when he said: “hey little girl, can you show me where a gas station is on this map”? What a strange thing to ask a child!! Something inside of me said RUN!!!! I ran so fast!!! He screamed “I didn’t mean to scare you”- oh sure. He would have grabbed me and hurt me, kidnap me!! That was a small town (5000 people) in central Oregon!!
Thank u for covering this I was a literal child when this happened. This was my 1st Missing Persons Case that caught my attention when it was all over the News. So sad. & to happen so closely I was petrified!
Lamont. If you are ever in the Phoenix area I hope you will do a story about a young girl that was abducted from the streets of Mesa , Arizona in January 1999 and has never been found. Her name is Mikelle Biggs and her abduction has left Arizona devastated . Her sister and her were waiting for the ice cream truck and her sister ran home to get more money and when she returned the front tire on her sisters bike was still spinning . It was that fast. She was gone and has never been found. Please share this story. We will never forget her.
I remember this!!! I live in Englewood Ohio a suburb of Dayton Ohio and Kettering is only about 15 miles from me I shop out there all the time. I remember this like yesterday.......So very very SAD !!!!!!! I'm originally from Richmond Indiana but have lived in the Dayton area for 44 years.
Such a beautiful and innocent young soul this child was. There's no winners in this case, no one has closure. It's so sad for the parents as I'm sure that even to this day they say, "what if," I just wish this case could somehow be solved. May this young girl rest in peace.
Ive seen another youtuber cover this he came to your location with the girls father , who was obviously deeply saddened and yet still determined to find the answers to what happened to his little girl
The original person that called 2 yrs later & gave police Gabriel & his GF’s names- was that an anonymous tip or did they eventually interview them? IF they’re still anonymous, they possibly know more. Someone out there knows something. I wish this poor family could get some answers that would bring their baby girl back home to them.
I met her father a few years ago in Dayton where I also lived. He is still devastated as if it just happed today. My prayers for him and his x-wife.
Aww 💔💔💔💔💔💔🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 for them both
Hope he's not involved
@@michaelvoorhees5978 very insensitive to say
@@michaelvoorhees5978 I actually know her father. He’s a very kind person.
I dont think you ever get over the death of a child.heartbreaking
poor Erica Baker! her disappearance hit our community so hard, she will never be forgotten ♥️ thank you for covering her case!!
Did you know her
@@GuessMyName234 I did not, but I lived just a few blocks from Indian Riffle park when she disappeared.
Ikr, I live in Cincinnati & I followed it on the news everyday.
So hard to believe it's been 22 years ago.
She'd be all grown up now, probably married & have a baby or 2 of her own. So sad! 😭
RIP precious Erica! 🙏💔🕊️🌹🙏
I Live in Kettering. I remember her very well. Her mother was not as good as mother as you think. My cousins lived right down the street from her. And they were telling stories about what the mother has did. but mother deserves what happened to Erica to them.
@@heidileigh7023 Wow really 😟😟😟😟😟
Erica Baker doesn't deserve this, she needs to be found. Her family deserve to have a grave to visit, I'm sure they would love to give her a decent burial. Their pain & torment has gone on long enough. The entire story is heartbreaking.
Yeah, nobody deserves this, but what are you going to do?? Where's Hoffa?
@@dennisneo1608 Mafia secret?
@@HanaRose22 sorry about Erica baker may she rest in peace
You couldn’t be more right💯💔
It's a darn shame that little girl can't even walk her the dog around her neighborhood but some pervert or or druggie doing harm to them
Well Paul Jones I have a very unique brain thank you very much I'll say what I please my opinion is mine you don't have to agree
@@karenlouks3480 - There is no such thing as very unique. If something is unique, that's it.
@@skinovtheperineum1208 the above answer can go for you too I'll talk to where I want to I'll be very intelligent person if they wanted to be very unique it will be very unique why are you critiquing me
I couldn’t imagine being a mother and losing a child in that way… the desperation she must’ve felt. 💔 Rest In Peace little Erica 🕊
And her dad???
@@heathernikki5734 absolutely
@@Sunflower-rp3mc the dad probably felt horrible for forgetting to buy those father/daughter dance tickets.
@@imjustagirl that too… it’s terrible all the way around. I just naturally relate to her mother bc I am one.
She had a Father too. I’m sure he felt the same.
Very sad story Lamont. Thank you for remembering this little girl. Much respect to you! 🙏
Since you're in the Midwest, I'd love for you to feature my cousin Vanessa Cook's story. She was a probation officer, and she was kidnapped, gang r**ed, tortured and held captive for days before being shot in the head and left in a field in Gary, Indiana. She was 25 years old. The killers were 16, 17, and 19 yrs old. They got ridiculously short sentences. But when the eldest was released ... he does it again to a 15 yr old girl! Vanessa was just recently recognized as the 1st Black woman who died in the line of duty in Indiana and had a building named on her honor in Gary in February of this year.
This case brings chills all over my body. I remember it well because I was 19 and visiting my family in Cleveland when it happened. Rest well, sweet girl! You are remembered by so many people than you could ever begin to imagine now...💔💔💔
(EDIT: The dedication was on February 28th, 2022. I originally said January, but I was mistaken and corrected it. I appreciate all the condolences as well. I was exactly 9 months old to the day when this happened, and I'm now 42. I grew up "in the shadows of Vanessa" as the kids in my generation of the family say. It scared our parents so much to let us out of their sight. This was before being a helicopter parent was even a thing. But because she was kidnapped in her neighborhood just going to the store after work, and we still lived in the area, it was hard for them to allow us to just be kids. We're so close in my generation because our cousins were almost the only friends we were allowed to have. But as an adult I appreciate it because we're all still very tapped into one another's lives and still have close bonds. We're just happy that after 41 years, the state finally recognized that her death was because of her position working for them and she's finally gotten her flowers. I just wish her mom had lived to see it. She passed on January 20th, Vanessa's bday, this year. R.I.H. to my grandfather's twin, my great-aunt and Van's mom Edna Robinson Cook and her father my great-uncle Frank. W. Cook).
My prayers to you. Such a sad story. 😔
RIP Vanessa Cook
I'm so sorry to hear that. 😭
Things in life really make no sense sometimes & your comment is one of those cases I read that and was in shock ugh they should have been thrown under the jail.
I wonder if those scum look at their daughters, grand daughters whoever dear to them and think of their actions and how could anyone do what they did.
Hey, you're in my neck of the woods! I definitely remember this case. What kills me is that Jan Frank is now deceased, and her husband signed a waiver so her attorney is no longer bound by lawyer-client privilege. She could help get Erica's family some sort of closure but still refuses to talk... Such a sad case.
Your right. And the Lawyer was held in contempt of court for refusing to tell what her client said to her. Crazy
Wow. What an awful human being. She could finally let this girl and her family rest but doesn’t. Just…why??
Trick anyone who knows the truth into taking sodium pentothal.
That lawyer should be disbarred... and put in jail..
Maybe the girl wasn't even hit by the van, they could've kidnapped and raped and killed her. Cause why wouldn't they just tell everything and where Erica is. Probably cause there is evidence she was indeed murdered and raped and taken from that street, I also find it suspicious because you see a lot of abductions happening in vans
It is unfathomable how someone could see an innocent child and want to harm them. The darkness that exists in some souls in this world is chilling. Monster.
That "man" knows exactly what happened and the location of that little girl. He will answer to GOD someday. Thanks Lamont... Peace Out.
I wish with all my being that was the case but sadly I feel heaven and hell are only on this realm. People who hurt children need to experience hell while here on earth.
@@SlickArmor Slick I agree 100% Hell on Earth for Him, then "Eternal" HELL
I wish someone would kidnap the dude, and "question" him persuasively.
@@tenbroeck1958 yes you're right, 100%
@@usmc-veteran73-77 I got his arms - you're the Marine, so I'll leave the persuading up to you!
I think the "hit and run" story is BS. I think the girl was s*xually assaulted. They would have called the ambulance if that was the case, or more callously, just left her where she was.
I think so too. I think he used a smaller crime to cover up a bigger one.
@@laurafranich4807 ..Absolutely
I'm also from a south suburb of Dayton like Erica we'll never forget her she'll always be one of our Angel's.. There's a possibility they wouldn't call 911 if they hit her with the van because they were driving high on drugs and possibly drinking too fear of arrest.. Maybe they had drug paraphernalia and alcohol in the van .. Yes, most people if they're sober call 911 if tgey hit someone especially a child, Some high or drunk people might risk punishment and still call get the stuff out of the vehicle first maybe.. That's why Beth the Attorney's testimony is so important in this case.. She knows whether they hit Erica with their van and nothing else happened to her or the 2 men ABDUCTED HER, raped, murdered, and disposed of Erica's body probably her in a dumpster... 😭😭😭💔 That Attorney is a Mother I can't believe she won't tell what she knows..
@@lorileew2337 The reason why the attorney can't say anything is because it would be unconstitutional for her to reveal attorney client privilege discussions. That wouldn't get justice for this poor little girl as that evidence wouldn't be able to be used in court.
@@lightyagami3492 The confession of what and WHERE they disposed of Erica's body WOULD DO GOOD . Beth Lweis is releaesed from Attorney Client Privilege because Jan Frank's is deceased and her husband Gabriel? signed his waiver/release.. Jan Frank is no longer in any danger of legal reprocussussions of whatever she told her Attorney Beth Matthew's.. Beth Lewis is a Mother before she's an Attorney (or her children should be #1 Priority) she should know what agony Misty Baker has gone through all of these years.. Jan Frank's is deceased she isn't betraying her Client by repeating to Cold Case Detective's everything Jan Frank's told her..Come on you know that, and this little innocent girl deserves a proper burial not a vigil or memorial with unamswered questions.. A hometown mystery every 10 year decade anniversary of Erica's death disappearance or whatever happened to the our little Angel. Beth could let us know if they truly hit her with their van is that even the TRUTH I've always wondered did someone else Abduct her.. Beth knows the answers to questions that torments Misty Baker's mind as a Mother Beth Lewis shouldn't be so cold hearted...
I don't think Summer Wells will be found either. So sad. It's a war on children.
Lamont, that happened in my home town. You did a really good job telling the story.
Lamont, I love that you travel all across America to remember the lives of those that's no longer with us. Stay safe out there and keep on keeping on. Peace and Love to you.💘
Poor baby girl!! Never leave your kids unattended. It’s too dangerous!!!
Right! I sure don't, not that young anyway!!!
My oldest daughter went to that same school when that happen. Rest in peace Erica where ever you are.
Sad that Ericas' family was close to finding the truth but still has no real closure. Thanks for telling her story💔
We only know what they say is the truth. They may have been playing some stupid game...you know the one where a driver thinks it's hilarious to run through some water on the road in order to splash a pedestrian, sometimes cutting through a puddle or the water collected at the curb...or the one where the car drives right at the pedestrian to scare them, swerving at the last minute? The kind of mean spirited pointless "pranks" people who are drunk, high or just plain a holes find hilarious. And she was struck. I hate to think it was anything darker, but I do think these weren't truthful people, so the version they told probably wasn't accurate.
@@teslagirl1 Yes, addicts are notorious at lying😔
@@teslagirl1 Only the winds can blow up the answers 🤔🤔
Glad to see you covering this case. There is a headstone for her at David's Cemetery, 4600 Mad River Rd, In Kettering Ohio.
It amazes me how many children are abducted and never heard from again. We were in the military and lived on base most of the time. You always felt safe there but now I shudder to think how many predators might have been near my children when playing outside. Sad story!
Same, as a military dependent in the 90s we were always out playing all day and didn’t think much about it safety wise. No cell phones either. Most people knew most everybody else especially on base neighborhoods. Police were good about regular patrolling too. Even off base was much safer back then compared to today. Sad that times have changed.
There is one from New Jersey. Three years ago. She was 5 and if alive she'd be 8. Stolen from a park
No word
Because you are on a military base does not make you safe. Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio had signs making parts of the Fort off limits after dark. Soldiers were getting mugged taking a short cut through a dark field behind the base theater.
@@Las-Vegas-Muskets true but if a military members ..let alone officers kid goes missing on base or something happens it doesn’t go unsolved long. Super rare
@@Las-Vegas-Muskets That military base must've been a gun free zone.
As a parent of four children myself I cannot imagine what her mother and father went through.. and I'm sure her father beat himself up for years for not buying those tickets to the school dance that night therefore she would have never been there to walk the dog that evening I'm sure that plays in his head a lot..
I imagine he has also. However, her mom has much more to beat herself up over also. I'm not talking about just letting her daughter go out in the rain, extremely close to totally darkness. It was rainy which means early February it was also means it was already dusk when she left. Believe me she's had her own nightmares over her own experiences with her children.
Oh man....I live about 2 miles from there. Lamont was so close to me and I missed him! This story was huge around here back then. Something very sketchy happened, that's for sure.
He was just down the street from me here in Akron, I was bummed.
My husband and I spotted him about 20 miles north of here about a month ago and tried to meet him. Lamont, I'm the blue van woman. I think we'll spot you again. I remember the story.
I live up the street from her family. We had just bought our house 1 1/2 months b4 this happened. We were shocked and our hearts go out to their family. I went to School with her Dad. Our family along with so many ppl out there would love to see the family get closure.🙏😪
Watching replay .sad story .thankyou for sharing Erica story with us .🙏🏻💔🙏🏻💔
From Kettering Ohio here I'm so thankful that you did this story I remember that day all too well my children were very small my oldest daughter was 2 years younger . I hung missing signs for months. Sad thing in this case the lawyer for that woman knew exactly where she was . And even after her death the lawyer still refused to disclose the information . so very sad
You hung up signs? Now that's a very kind gesture. Good to know there are still humans with compassion ❤️
I found that lawyer's silence disgusting and she should have been disbarred for that.
One scumbag lawyer she is!
I remember answering my door all those years ago and getting a handout on Erica's disappearance in my neighborhood in Kettering. I lived off Vale Drive back then and still live in Kettering.
That sounds like a cover-up story with the van hitting Erika and then putting her body in the van ,they are trying to distance themselves from the real crime that they committed.
That's exactly what I thought. They were probably child molesters.
100% agree...they thought up their story to cover the real truth of what happened. RIP little one.
Exactly and that Lawyer is an accessory after the fact why she wont reveal where the body is.
I think so as well. I wish those people involved would pay for what they did but they look like they have no soul or conscience.
My thoughts exactly
Thank u for telling her story Lamont at large
That is my neighborhood. I remember the day she went missing. Erica's name was on everyone's mind for years. Sweet girl, so sad.
A horrible person whoever did this.
I lived just across the street from Indian Riffle park in Kettering when this happened. I normally took my kids to the park every day but did not that day because of the rain….I’ve regretted that ever since 😓
I am in Beavercreek off Indian Ripple and I remember this whole story like it was yesterday.
@@JWyatt23 yes, me too. I lived on Wagner Rd, right off Stroop, when this happened and for many years afterward. I wish so very much now that I would’ve went to the park that day and possibly have at least been a witness….and yes, like you, I remember all of this as if it happened yesterday not more than 20 years ago😓
😪You know it's not your fault, but you just can't help thinking what if? or maybe I could've?
@@cathyc9596 exactly. The what if’s have haunted me so badly
@@kellyshomemadekitchen 😪
Lamont you are a true story teller it was like you brought back this child to life from she being mad at her dad for not getting the tickets for the father daughter dance to walking her dog to sitting by the lake to the people responsible for her disappearance you took the time to explain this very sad story. Thanks again for bringing to memory many that may have been forgotten. Be safe 🙏.
Thanks lamont for another great explore 👌 loved it take care my friend much love from England 🇬🇧❤ 🇬🇧 ❤
All she wanted to do was to unwind and walk her aunts dog. Heartbreaking
*mom's dog*
The poor girl. So sad and also infuriating what some scumbag/s did to her
I remember that one. Police dropped the ball on that one. Even if she is found they screwed up so bad that the guy most likely would never be convicted.
Please tell me how the police "screwed up so bad." No one, no one, knew what happened. How would you go about it? Hm? They searched for miles, then got a tip about this guy Christian Gabriel, found his sold van, inspected it, found no evidence, AT ALL, no DNA, no hair, fibers, nothing. His girlfriend at the time, Jan Franks lawyered up, after that detectives could not interrogate her. After her death, her attorney was put in jail because she wouldn't divulge what Jan had told her. Somehow, I can't for the life of me figure how you came up with the conclusion that they failed. 👎
And I guess you feel really bad about that, huh Jeffery?
Love it when a new Lamont at Large vid pops up on my feed! Love the caring and heartfelt manner and tone you use when telling these sad stories
RIP Erica , I truly believe there is a special place in " Hell " for anyone who would harm a child !
Prayers for her family, 🙏 ❤
The bible says there is!!!!!!
@@sharonshoop495 that is why I said that 🙏
Nope people like that I believe God and Lucifer get together and neither one wants them so there eternal soul walks in limbo. But that's just my opinion
fantastic videos as always. I am in Kettering Northamptonshire, United Kingdom. Which is twinned with Kettering Ohio, USA
Love the work you do Lamont! ❤🤘
Thank you for sharing her story, Lamont. Your videos are informative and it goes to show you do a lot of research. You should have way more subscribers than what you currently have. Your videos are pure gold.
Breaks my heart. Don't let your kids go out alone.
I just love catching up on ur vids when I score any down time lol. Keep em coming!
Jeez those cicadas are real!! Thank you for your content, be safe and have a great weekend!!
Greetings from Albuquerque New Mexico. Lamont you keep getting better. Stay safe.
Effin crazy! My step mother and her daughter were friends with Erica and her mother. Big shout out to Trina and Brittney! I remember you fine ladies giving it your all with flyers, personal time, and prayers. Never giving up hope even with all the crazy rumors that never ended. This video sure took me back in time. RIP Erica. My heart goes out to family and friends 😔
Much love ❤️ Lamont my friend ❤️
Minneapolis Minnesota watching.
So honored to have you in my hometown!
Hi Jorita, we talked about this a lot then. Terrible wasn't it.
Oh my Lord !! That's so horribly sad. Prayers to the family for their loss.
Lamonte you were born a natural tour guide! I love hearing a bit of wind hit the mic and the nature noises. Last night I was listening to the David Vetter episode while going to sleep and I felt like I was out there walking it myself. I absolutely love your channel friend. I’ve never heard this case, and that’s another reason I love your videos, you tell stories about everyone from every walk of life.
I remember the family handling out fliers when she first went missing. So heartbreaking 💔
Lamont please keep us informed of any news on this case
Erica is resting and playing in heaven. Forever young 💖
All these people need to be locked away forever.
LaMont loving ur coverage on all of this.
Great job lamont you are a great photo 📸 journalist and investigator. Keep up the good work.
Thank you Lamont at large for the video god bless you keep you safe always ❤ 🙏 😊
This reminds me of the movie lovely bone. A very very very sad story😢
You work Lamont plays a role in keeping this alive,this helps greatly!
I didn’t know there wasn’t a statue of limitations for murder. That poor little girl frightened and severely injured in that van.
Beth Lewis is just despicable and needs to come clean about what happened. Crimes against children are beyond deplorable.
So many years later, family with no closure.
Thank you for sharing this story of a little girl
You should do a video on the Carrie Culberson case out of Blanchester ,Ohio,,,,I live in Fairfield,Ohio and remember that like yesterday, keep up the great work!
I’d love for him to do a story on Carrie Culberson. That’s such a sad story and like many of these cases, so many unanswered questions.
Another local case where she'll never be found.
That POS Vincent doan should sit in prison till he tells where she's at & what happened to her that night!
The fact that Vincent Doan was sent to Prison even though Carrie's body has never been found is small amount of Justice for her family..Vincent thought he'd never get caught without her body being found well, in our Country the body of the victim doesn't need to be found for a murder conviction..He'll never tell where they put her v
body he's a Sociopath Narcissist he'd never admit Guilt and then tell where she is.. Vincent murdered Carrie went crying to his Dad and Brother so they'd helped him make sure her body would never be found.. A Law Enforcement Official also told them "when" a pond/lake was going to be searched giving them a chance to get Carrie's body out of that pond if she was there.. The Law Enforcement Official was fired I believe for telling them beforehand that the pond/lake was being searched.
As often is usual with Lamont's locations, what a beautiful park.
So very, very sad that this wonderful place was the last thing this dear child saw.
Thank you once again for a totally absorbing but very sad case and RIP dear Erica.
Hi from Tampa Fl. Thank you for sharing these stories with respect as always. Take care be safe. God bless you 🙏
What a crazy story I feel sorry for the little girl. That would be so sad as a parent. I have 3 boys around that age I don't know what I would do. I love your posts Lamont
No different to the Laundries I guess, they lost their son and were picked on by everyone and not even allowed to grieve, imagine that!
@@pauljones8801 Who??
@@pauljones8801 How dare you even say that.... Are you taking about Brian Laundey or whatever his name is.. he is a killer, Erica wasnt How dare you!
Thank you for keeping these cases alive. No matter if they find her, this guy is having major problems. God will see to that.
Thank you for doing this story Lamont. Hope you liked Kettering.😉
Love ur channel bro, great knowledge of each story you do. I'm from New Zealand and look forward to all of your new vlogs. 💯❤️
Thank you for all that you do.
Made me scared of the world when she disappeared. I was a year younger then her. My cousin goes to this school now. My niece plays at this park. So very close to home.
Poor lil girl all alone.never let ur kids walk alone to the park a 9 min walk away from home. That's should of never happened.
I appreciate your work. I enjoy your channel.
He probably violated her and if the body is found he’s probably afraid that the police will find out
Wow this is just sad hope she's alive somewhere thank you for sharing this video 📸
Another Great story! Thank you for sharing lamont! 🙏
RIP Erica🙏. Condolences to the family, thanks Lamont for covering this crime it was really well done. Keep up the great work 👊👍🇬🇧🇺🇸
I remember this story here in Ohio. I would see cars in my hometown driving around with Erica’s picture on the back window and the words “have you seen me” So sad! As a mother I cannot imagine losing my child and never even being able to lay them to rest let alone not really knowing exactly what happened to them😢
I couldn't imagine loosing a child, but not knowing where she is it's a whole other level of sadness RIP 🙏
This man walking us through the story is fantastic at explaining everything in detail! Thank you!
Lamont all of your videos are the only one I watch love them keep up the awesome work and videos you do
As always tyvm
I’m from Dayton, Ohio Me are Erica are the same age & was in the same grade when this happened.. I’ll never forget about Erica Baker
Very heartbreaking 💔 Thank Lamont for sharing Erica Baker story..
If it was my daughter I would of gotten the truth out of that guy. Even if It meant I would spend life in prison myself, after doing what I had to do to get him to talk.
Me too,
Id have killed that lowlife. But yes I would have gotten the truth first.
YUP ,
Literally hands down!
Same with me 100%
Thank you Lamont, another Dayton story of a poor little girl. I live in the area, and this story has haunted the community, since there has been no "closure." By the way, Jan Franks died in prison (I can't remember why she was there), and detectives questioned her attorney, who would not give up her client's "secrets" even though her client was dead, so she spent time in jail for obstructing. Erica would be 30 now, living, hopefully, a happy life. 🥲
In 1977 I was 12 and a tiny little gymnast. I had to walk home from gymnastics practice about 7 blocks. I was almost home; about one block away when I noticed a man stop his truck, get out with an open map in his hands and heading towards me!! He was about 50 yards away when he said: “hey little girl, can you show me where a gas station is on this map”? What a strange thing to ask a child!!
Something inside of me said RUN!!!! I ran so fast!!! He screamed “I didn’t mean to scare you”- oh sure. He would have grabbed me and hurt me, kidnap me!!
That was a small town (5000 people) in central Oregon!!
Thank u for covering this I was a literal child when this happened. This was my 1st Missing Persons Case that caught my attention when it was all over the News. So sad. & to happen so closely I was petrified!
Good work as usual lamont,cheers
Love how you find these crazy stories
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Might have a similar case to this here in Manchester New Hampshire a missing girl from 3 years ago and no trace of her Holly Montgomery
Your videos are absolutely award worthy. I'd be surprised and disappointed if you don't get a big corporate sponsor for a feature length documentary!
Lamont. If you are ever in the Phoenix area I hope you will do a story about a young girl that was abducted from the streets of Mesa , Arizona in January 1999 and has never been found. Her name is Mikelle Biggs and her abduction has left Arizona devastated . Her sister and her were waiting for the ice cream truck and her sister ran home to get more money and when she returned the front tire on her sisters bike was still spinning . It was that fast. She was gone and has never been found. Please share this story. We will never forget her.
So sad, me neither.
I remember this!!! I live in Englewood Ohio a suburb of Dayton Ohio and Kettering is only about 15 miles from me I shop out there all the time. I remember this like yesterday.......So very very SAD !!!!!!! I'm originally from Richmond Indiana but have lived in the Dayton area for 44 years.
Keep up the good work I love the videos
Such a beautiful and innocent young soul this child was. There's no winners in this case, no one has closure. It's so sad for the parents as I'm sure that even to this day they say, "what if," I just wish this case could somehow be solved. May this young girl rest in peace.
Hello Lamont. 🙋
so happy you came to my part of town!! you need to make a stop at spring grove cemetery.
I’m from Kettering Ohio I remember this I have a daughter her age. So many people were looking for her
Ive seen another youtuber cover this he came to your location with the girls father , who was obviously deeply saddened and yet still determined to find the answers to what happened to his little girl
Lamont...good job brother...
Your best work is with stories like this.
Hey Lamont!!!
New subscriber; I enjoy your content Lamont! You are so great to listen to!
The original person that called 2 yrs later & gave police Gabriel & his GF’s names- was that an anonymous tip or did they eventually interview them? IF they’re still anonymous, they possibly know more. Someone out there knows something. I wish this poor family could get some answers that would bring their baby girl back home to them.