Small Town Murder #418 - The Stranger & The Psychic - Scarborough, Maine
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Aug 26, 2023 A missing young woman sparks panic in Scarborough, Maine. The investigation centers around her ex-boyfriend, a man interested in her, and a nightclub encounter. Surprisingly, a psychic holds the key to the mystery. Along the way, we learn about strange complaints, the deception of nerves, and the resilience of a psychic. Don't forget to check out their other show, Crime In Sports!
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Night Out With Two Men Then She Vanished
- Amy Saint Laurent left Portland bars with two men after a night out while a friend (Russ Gorman) briefly stepped away to the bathroom.
- Russell Gorman later admitted involvement and investigators used witness timelines plus his inconsistent statements to focus the inquiry.
Nervous Witnesses Attract Early Suspicion
- Police doubted the initially nervous account of Rubright (the friend) because his polygraph was inconclusive and he appeared unusually jittery.
- Investigator suspicion shifted quickly to those with inconsistent timelines and evasive behavior.
Psychic Tip Narrowed Search Area
- Investigators credited a psychic's specific, unverifiable details for narrowing the search to a farm near Gorman's home.
- Vicki Monroe named 'Russ', a yellow house, and a blow to the head, which matched later discoveries and guided searches.