Episode
MURDERED: The Short Family
26:52
Published: Mon Nov 14 2022
Description
When Michael and Mary Short are found murdered in their Virginia home in August of 2002, the question on everyone’s minds is: where is their nine-year-old daughter Jennifer? But as weeks go by with no solid leads, authorities grow more and more concerned that they won’t find Jennifer alive. And those worries only intensify when a homeowner across state lines finds something horrifying in his front yard. If you or anyone you know has information that could help this investigation, please call Henry County Crime Stoppers at 276-632-7463. For current Fan Club membership options and policies, please visit: https://crimejunkieapp.com/library/.Source materials for this episode cannot be listed here due to character limitations. For a full list of sources, please visit: https://crimejunkiepodcast.com/murdered-short-family/
Chapters
In August 2002, the Short family vanished from their home in Virginia without a trace, and the mystery of their disappearance still perplexes investigators two decades later.
00:00 - 01:37 (01:37)
Summary
In August 2002, the Short family vanished from their home in Virginia without a trace, and the mystery of their disappearance still perplexes investigators two decades later.
EpisodeMURDERED: The Short Family
PodcastCrime Junkie
Investigators working on the case of missing 9-year-old Jennifer Short discover signs of premeditation and planning at the house she vanished from, but no signs of struggle.
01:37 - 07:00 (05:22)
Summary
Investigators working on the case of missing 9-year-old Jennifer Short discover signs of premeditation and planning at the house she vanished from, but no signs of struggle. They speculate that she may have escaped into the nearby woods.
EpisodeMURDERED: The Short Family
PodcastCrime Junkie
Investigators investigate a double murder and kidnapping and speak with the realtor of the couple trying to sell their house to gather information.
07:00 - 12:47 (05:46)
Summary
Investigators investigate a double murder and kidnapping and speak with the realtor of the couple trying to sell their house to gather information. There was a possibility that Jennifer, the daughter of the couple, might not be Michael's biological daughter, and investigators provide tips on how to identify someone who could commit such a crime.
EpisodeMURDERED: The Short Family
PodcastCrime Junkie
Investigators searching the home of Gary, the suspect in the disappearance of Jennifer, found a map and a mobile home parked near where Jennifer's remains were discovered leading to further evidence being uncovered.
12:47 - 18:08 (05:20)
Summary
Investigators searching the home of Gary, the suspect in the disappearance of Jennifer, found a map and a mobile home parked near where Jennifer's remains were discovered leading to further evidence being uncovered.
EpisodeMURDERED: The Short Family
PodcastCrime Junkie
Despite suspicions of involvement, the impaired driving charges against Gary Oliva were dropped, and he was deported to the U.S where investigators wanted to interview him.
18:08 - 23:59 (05:51)
Summary
Despite suspicions of involvement, the impaired driving charges against Gary Oliva were dropped, and he was deported to the U.S where investigators wanted to interview him. A sketch of a man was released by the FBI in March of 2009 to try and gain new leads in the case.
EpisodeMURDERED: The Short Family
PodcastCrime Junkie
Investigators in Henry County have a few suspects but need more information regarding the unsolved murder case of Jennifer Short.
23:59 - 26:48 (02:48)
Summary
Investigators in Henry County have a few suspects but need more information regarding the unsolved murder case of Jennifer Short. A podcast series by Fox 8 called Who Killed Jennifer Short investigates the case with a plea for anyone with information to come forward.