The Lost Trail: The Murder of Shari Lynn Roth

The trail to Sawyer Pond was one of Shari Lynn Roth’s favorite escapes—a place of peace and solitude, nestled within the White Mountain National Forest. The 22-year-old had always felt a deep connection to nature, balancing her love for the outdoors with a compassionate career dedicated to helping others. As a recent graduate of the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, she had settled into the scenic town of North Conway, New Hampshire, where she worked tirelessly as a counselor and advocate for her community.

But on August 21, 1977, that same beloved trail became the scene of a chilling tragedy. Shari set off alone for an afternoon hike, just as she had done many times before. When she failed to return that evening, her friends’ concern quickly turned into panic. They reported her missing, igniting a massive search effort across the rugged terrain.

Three days later, on August 24, searchers made a heartbreaking discovery. Shari’s body was found off the Sawyer Pond Trail, stripped of clothing, her life stolen in a brutal act of violence. The autopsy confirmed what investigators feared—she had been strangled to death, likely on the very day she disappeared.

The investigation began with urgency, with authorities pleading for information from the public. Witnesses recalled seeing a red Volkswagen Beetle with New Hampshire plates near the trail around 5 p.m. on the day of Shari’s disappearance. The occupants of the vehicle were never identified, and as the years passed, leads dwindled.

Over four decades later, Shari’s murder remains unsolved. The weight of unanswered questions still lingers for her family and friends, who continue to seek justice. Someone, somewhere, may hold the key to unlocking the mystery of her death.

The White Mountains still whisper with the stories of those who have walked their paths. Among them is Shari’s—a life dedicated to helping others, tragically cut short. And though time has passed, her case is not forgotten. Justice is still within reach.

If you have any information regarding the murder of Shari Lynn Roth, please contact the New Hampshire Cold Case Unit at (603) 271-2663, email coldcaseunit@dos.nh.gov, or submit a tip through the Cold Case Unit Tip form.

Because every girl deserves justice.

Justice Denied – The Tragic Case of Taylor Barksdale

In the quiet town of Huntsville, Arkansas, a devastating story unfolded—one of neglect, systemic failure, and a tragic loss that should have never happened.

Taylor Barksdale was a vibrant 30-year-old woman with dreams, loved ones, and a future ahead of her. But in the summer of 2024, she vanished. Her family desperately searched for answers, but instead of support from the very institutions meant to protect her, they were met with silence.

Despite being reported missing, Taylor’s name was never entered into a national database. There was no public appeal for help, no Amber Alert—no widespread effort to bring her home. It was as if, to the system, she had never existed.

Then came a moment that should have changed everything.

On August 5, 2024, a desperate 911 call was placed from Kingston, Arkansas. A local resident, disturbed by the chilling sound of a woman’s screams—screams that could only be described as torture—reached out for help. The call was their plea for intervention, their attempt to prevent an unspeakable crime.

But no help came.

Deputy Hassell, assigned to respond, never did. No officers arrived. No one checked. Taylor’s fate was sealed by inaction.

More than a month later, on September 9, Taylor’s remains were discovered. By then, any chance of rescue had long passed. Evidence that could have led to justice was lost to time and the elements.

The sheriff’s department admitted failure. Staffing shortages were cited, an apology was issued, and the deputy resigned. But a resignation does not equate to justice. Taylor’s life was stolen, and the very system meant to protect her let her slip through the cracks.

The question now is—will Taylor’s case finally receive the attention it was denied from the beginning? Will those responsible be held accountable? And how many more lives must be lost before change is demanded?

Taylor Barksdale was more than a name in a case file. She was a daughter, a friend, and a woman who deserved better.

If you have any information about Taylor’s disappearance or murder, please come forward. Her story deserves to be heard, and she deserves more than to be forgotten.

Justice must not be denied any longer.

The latest episode of Lost Girls takes listeners into the mysterious disappearance of 25-year-old Tiffany Daniels, who vanished from Pensacola, Florida, on August 12, 2013. Tiffany, a talented artist and theatre technician at Pensacola State College, had requested a week off from work that afternoon. She clocked out at 4:43 p.m.—and was never seen again.

Later that evening, Tiffany’s gray Toyota 4Runner was spotted crossing the bridge to Pensacola Beach, but authorities have never been able to confirm who was behind the wheel. Eight days later, a jogger discovered the abandoned vehicle at Park West, near Fort Pickens. Inside, investigators found her belongings, including her cell phone, wallet, clothing, and even a jar of peanut butter—yet no sign of Tiffany herself.

Despite extensive searches, no trace of her has ever been found. With no clear evidence of foul play, speculation about Tiffany’s fate has ranged from voluntary disappearance to human trafficking. Over the years, her family has received anonymous tips and possible sightings, fueling hope that she may still be alive. Meanwhile, her vehicle remains impounded by the Pensacola Police Department, held in the belief that advancing technology could one day unlock critical clues.

This episode explores the unanswered questions surrounding Tiffany’s last known movements, the people in her life, and the heartbreaking uncertainty her loved ones continue to endure. If you have any information about Tiffany Daniels, please contact the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office at 850-436-9630.

Because every Lost Girl deserves to be found.