We can also see a very volatile, hostile, narcissistic individual. I do know they listened to it bc I remember standing/sitting beside one or both members of the NHSP involved in the search and playing them the VM several times. And ever since Maura Murrays disappearance in 2004, only alleged sightings, dead ends, and speculative theories have emerged. It was ~6/8mi in length from what I remember. I believe the unaccounted for backpack was one she had from West Point. The Discovery ID episode does a good job of providing details re when I received the VM, and what I thought of it at the time using my own words. Pattison says Rausch once told her it was unprofessional for women to wear pants in the office, and that I should wear skirts or dresses.. According to the link below, classes at UMass started on Wed. Jan 28, 2004. https://www.fivecolleges.edu/academics/academic_calendars/academic_calendar_03-04. Washington, a horrible storm, and a literal race back to the bottom (no comment on who won). Someone mentioned on another thread that the phone records show a roaming call from Burlington, VT on 2/11 which is interesting bc my parents drove us straight to Haverhill after picking me up at the airport./IMO thats a good baseline for understanding that the roaming location for calls clearly does not match up with my physical location. In the years since Maura Murray went missing, amateur sleuths have explored all of these ideas and more. I know I played it for them on speaker several times at the station. At 7:27 p.m. on February 9, 2004, a woman named Faith Westman called the police in Haverhill, New Hampshire to report a car accident on Route 112. All the evidence you need of this can be found in Bill's call records. It was our understanding at the time that a formal offer was made by the FBI and refused by local law enforcement. I still wonder if people realize that he drove to NH every weekend for years and years searching for Maura. Every theory has holes in it and a big missing puzzle piece billy should be at the top of the list for the most invested on solving this case. That said, special thanks to you and to Erinn for submitting those requests. Maura Murray crashed into a ditch and was never seen again JakubD/Shutterstock In doing so, perhaps it can draw more awareness to the case and possibly help Julie [or anyone] find Maura and bring her home. re tomboy, she def was and elegant at the same time. In mid July I collected and organized his answers. He said that he went car-shopping with his daughter and went to dinner with her before he went back to his motel. Wasnt a new gas station. Ive always assumed she was taking a break in a place she loved (her love of NH being something she often wrote me about), but I could be completely wrong. We liked to cook altho given we were in our early 20s I wouldnt describe either of us as excellent cooks! That is an excellent insight into a narcissist. The National Center for Missing AdultsNearly two decades after her disappearance, Maura Murray remains missing to this day. However, her phone was never used again. Def miss playing one on one ball with her. District Line Daily: Our news, politics, arts, food, and sports coverage in one email every weekday. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. This page is Rausch's dedication to her memory. After reading about the disappearance of Maura Murray, check out the baffling missing-person case of Tammy Lynn Leppert. And Bill "would also refer to [the victim] during sex as Maura, the name of his ex-girlfriend who went missing in 2004. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. This was a big factor in selecting Sprint as a carrier when I first got my phone at West Point (hence the New City no.) and he is a different person to Rob McDonald. Now they are ongoing again with Julie. I believe I called my parents and the NHSP (folks on here can reference my phone records) immediately. On February 10th, 2004 my world turned upside down when I received a call from Maura's father, Fred. Our initial assumption was that it was packed up. Shot at Three People in February, Finding Jackie Reveals Little About the Former First Lady, D.C. Police Officers Convicted in Karon Hylton-Browns Death Ask Judge to Throw Out Jurys Verdict, Grant a New Trial. Absolutely asinine to not look at BR and why MM is missing! I should note, Im not wedded to a theory I just want to know what happened and where shes at. From HS to college, USMA to UMass, etc. In Iraq, my Commander made the decision to approve my leave in a matter of seconds. her fun personality and her competitive spirit. Mauras connection to the White Mountains was real. Her smile and laugh are what anyone would remember most. She was one of a kind. Maura was an above average athlete. But since she had told no one of her plans and left without making a confirmed reservation, it remains unclear where she was actually going. Im unsure. The nearby woods mightve hypothetically been a good place to hide out if the weather had been warm, but it was rather cold outside. Not only was it a place with fond childhood memories it was a place that remained a key part of her life. While I do not believe someone other than Maura drove the Saturn to NH, I admit that nearly anything is possible. She would literally jump from a tree top into the Saco river one day, and the next day be the most radiant woman at any formal event. On Erinn's podcast . The victim reported the alleged attack to police after her assailants name appeared in unfounded theories in an unrelated cold case. I believe she was a week into the new semester [at umass] (someone correct me if Im wrong). After that we contacted a family friend at the FBI in the midwest who contacted his counterpart in NE, which generated an offer from the FBI to NHSP for assistance. Maura Murray came up a lot. It was an unforgettable weekend. There is a TON of hard evidence that shows they totally dropped the ball in taking Mauras disappearance seriously and it seems that trend has continued which is really disappointing. Ive shared the story of Maura hitch hiking many times before. For all the talk of theories, the idea that someone with good intentions giving her a ride somewhere has fallen by the way side. bc after graduating I would be moving somewhere outside the NY tri-state area. I received the VM while going through airport security at the Roy Rogers airport in OKC, the morning of Feb 11.. They can cry crocodile tears and turn that off without a flinch, at the bat of an eye. In the office alone, though, Pattison says Rausch admitted that he pushed her. I took the police at their word. The hikes we went on were special. The Golden State Killer used very similar language in one of his calls to a previous victim. Pattison let out a noise, and Rausch ducked behind a desk. Until they discover they have been had. I have posted stats before on missing people being an ex, BF or loved one etc. Both are amazing talents, extremely assertive, and quiet! I believe we confirmed that was unaccounted for as it wasnt in her dorm room. She was happy and we both enjoyed seeing family and friends. I specifically recall a large suitcase (I recognized) on her bed. Three people who Pattison told about the attack soon afterward have confirmed her account to City Paper. The gloves Im thinking of were a gift from me to her Christmas, 2003. Renner says multiple women whove read the blog and heard him speak about the case on a podcast contacted him to describe Rauschs erratic and at times violent behavior. I witnessed police make many mistakes; however, that suggests they were incompetent. She also called a booking hotline for hotels in Stowe, Vermont, but again did not reserve a room. She was never afraid of Fred. The shop wasnt that big. Although Murray disappeared 15 years ago, law enforcement officials in New Hampshire are still investigating. Maura Murray Public Figure/FacebookSecurity footage of Maura Murray withdrawing cash on the day that she went missing. Maura was the loveliest of girls, she really was. [On Bradley Hill] We hit all of that road as well. Almost 20 years later, Murray's case has turned cold, and her disappearance continues to be a mystery. Many people talk about what are the chances when discussing this case. After the afternoon of February 9th, he does not call Maura's dorm room again, only her cell phone. Looking back, I dont know if it was Maura, altho I believed it to be at the time. Born on May 4, 1982, in Brockton, Massachusetts, Maura Murray was raised in the nearby town of Hanson. You can watch that ep on the Murrays website at www.mauramurraymissing.org/media, if you scroll down a bit. But that charge was supposed to be dismissed as long as she maintained good behavior for three months. The dispatcher thanked her for calling and sent out an officer. On whether or not Maura was planning to return. Listen to this episode of Captain and Morgan to learn more. But there are people who are gullible enough to believe they are 'good'. Bill Rausch was Maura Murray's boyfriend when she disappeared in 2004. Change), You are commenting using your Facebook account. A nursing student at the University of Massachusetts in Amherst, she had left campus earlier that day without telling anyone that she was going to New Hampshire. I was brought up with one and can see through them immediately. She was a record holder at her HS, D-1 college recruit and all around badass. Maura Murrays boyfriend Bill Rausch has been accused of sexual misconduct against other women. Same goes for assuming she was wearing her dark winter coat. Bill was in a manic, out of control state, on Feb 9th 2004, prior to Maura being considered missing by her family. Not calling her dorm room like he always has done is especially telling. On the way out, Pattison got locked between the two sets of doors, and Rausch, who was still in the office but did not accompany the group to the bar, came to let her out. That said, Im not suggesting they are bad folks bc I dont know their reasons. But the mysterious young woman was nowhere to be found. The officer continued, In plain sight behind the drivers seat of the vehicle I could see a box of Franzia wine. This is a fact. Some found it suspicious that he did not stay with Murray until help arrived. I don't know what he did, but I do know what his personality type is capable of. Im open to anything being possible. Other theories have focused on Atwood, the last known person to see Murray alive. I think I talked about that in the ID discovery episode. Yes, I believed it was Maura. There was an error and we couldn't process your subscription. Listen above to the History Uncovered podcast, episode 45: The Disappearance Of Maura Murray, also available on iTunes and Spotify. Rausch, who is currently deployed in Africa, has been a prominent advocate for veterans, including as the former executive director of Got Your 6, a nonprofit that empowers those who previously served. However, Fred soon found out that his insurance would cover the cost of repairs as long as Murray picked up the proper forms from the Registry of Motor Vehicles. Soccer The car had several issues and wasnt reliable. It was a typical gas station, right off the exit. We never found ourselves in a situation that we couldnt handle physically. Events: A heads up about City Paper events, from panels to parties. While authorities have acknowledged the possibility that Murray is still out there somewhere, they think its extremely unlikely. I do not recall combining a trip/stay at UMass with a trip to NH. I recall standing beside her desk when I read/saw the email. Of course, we know that she did not. That is what a narcissist does, they act every single thing out. every single thing is an .. act. What was going through my mind? Being 1,000 miles away when she disappeared, for one. Hopefully some competent police officer will look into Billy again. Pattison pushed him away, but Rausch pushed her down to the table again, she says. I got your messages, but honestly, I didnt feel like talking to much of anyone, I promise to call today though. Aside from being upset over the accident, Murray reportedly seemed fine when her father took her back to her dorm later that day. Bill was determined to have stalked his ex-girlfriend. Obvi we knocked on all those doors. Silly even! Not a single further call on his cell. Why would they call it a note and not an email? Always. Maura was missing. Her father Fred firmly believes that she was "taken by a local dirtbag." The female Metropolitan Police Department officers first response back then, according to Pattison, was Why didnt you report this last night?, It took a long time for me to call myself a victim or to associate with the word victim, and going to the police again symbolized that, she tells City Paper. I dont recall how they took it into evidence. Maura was missing. I would hope they have a recording of it. Bill was Maura's boyfriend when she went missing in February 2004 and has been sharing his recollections of Maura, her disappearance, and the subsequent search. After I spoke with Fred on 2/10 I was hyper alert for any incoming calls or new VMs. He told me Maura's car was found on the side of the road in New Hampshire and Maura was nowhere to be found. Though Murray was unharmed, the car was seriously damaged. From what I remember each room had a different theme, e.g. I believe Bill Rausch was in town to retrieve his gifts to Maura by the time her first accident occurred, which I theorize he caused both of them. The youngest daughter of Fred and Laurie Murray, she saw her parents separate when she was just six years old. For others, it seems they get fixated on her troubles. Or Im a liar and Ive convinced my parents, the Murrays, the McDonalds and Mauras friends there wasnt a note when there was in fact one or convinced them to lie and join me in the conspiracy. U.S. Army Major Bill Rausch has been indicted on one count of felony third-degree sexual abuse for an alleged after-hours attack on a subordinate female employee in a downtown D.C. office building. She was never seen again. I dont recall if or how police made or received a copy. Working together I believe we will find Maura. On the call with Maura after the Hadley accident, On why so many calls to Kate on Sunday morning, On accessing the phone records and voicemail, edit new: On the gloves (as scent article).