Finally, there was no evidence of sexual assault pre or post mortem; the pair were fully clothed and sexually intact. But when the other crimes started taking place, year after year, youre just shocked This person may have a law enforcement background or at least understand how law enforcement works.". Six weeks later their bodies were found by hunters. Cathleen Thomas was just starting a new chapter after leaving the U.S. Navy, when her life was cut short. [16], On October 26, 2018, Dateline NBC released "Dateline Crime Capsule: The Colonial Parkway Murders" which offered a look into the history of the case. This month marks the 35th anniversary of Cathleen Thomas and Rebecca Dowskis murder, the first homicides in what would later be called the Colonial Parkway Murders, which resulted in the deaths of three couples and the disappearance of another. A year later in September 1989, the outlet reported Annamarie Phelps, 18, and Daniel Lauer, 21, vanishedfrom a rest stop in New Kent County. In the case of the Golden State Killer, DeAngelo was identified through third cousins. All rights reserved. Oxygen Insider is your all-access pass to never-before-seen content, free digital evidence kits, and much more. The couple, investigators hypothesize, might have been romantically involved. In 2007, the disappearance and presumed murder of Cassandra Hailey and Keith Call was featured in the Investigation Discovery program Sensing Murder, whereby investigators brought in psychics Pam Coronado and Laurie Campbell to gain new insights into the crimes. Both women were fully clothed and there was no evidence of robbery or sexual assault. You've successfully subscribed to this newsletter! Thomas, who was in Los Angeles at the time, had seen a story on WTKR detailing how sensitive photos in the Colonial Parkway murders were leaked to the public. The FBI is investigating the slayings of Thomas, Dowski, Call, and Hailey, as they were found dead or went missing on federal property. Cathy Thomas (left) andRebecca Ann Dowski were dating at the time of their murders. Crime News is your destination for true crime stories from around the world, breaking crime news, and information about Oxygen's original true crime shows and documentaries. They could be related, he said, adding that he doesnt see links among all four. The killer has never been caught. Every couple weeks, he hears from someone new. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. My name is Bill Thomas. 2023 FOX News Network, LLC. Create your free profile and get access to exclusive content. [3][4][5], In 1996, the unsolved case of the Colonial Parkway murders was presented on national television on the program Real Stories of the Highway Patrol, a series that aired from 19931999. It's difficult to imagine that a community could be infiltrated in that way, he emphasized. This car, along with their mangled bodies, found at the Cheatham Annex Overlook in Williamsburg, Virginia, had been doused in diesel fuel. At least one of the badly decomposed bodies appears to have suffered knife wounds. Her brother, better known to his friends and family as Keith, had aspirations of becoming a computer programmer and spent his free time toying with his new at-home computer. The theory the first murder was a targeted hate crime adds heft to the notion the murders wereunconnected events. Sept. 20, 1987: David Knoblings truck was found abandoned in a parking lot with the door open, the radio on and his wallet on the dashboard. The outlet noted that there were no clear signs of robbery or rape for any of these cases. "But she was undaunted. Thomas said the families were devastated by the sudden, brutal deaths. Hes made it a point to make himself available to the public, in case the right tip comes in. Weve got amazing investigators working on our case. An autopsy found rope burns on their necks and wrists, signs of strangulation, their throats had been slashed, and diesel fuel was poured over the bodies and the car but the car failed to ignite. Thomas was nearly decapitated. Im sorry we met as a part of this club that no one wants to be invited to join, but they are wonderful, thoughtful people on their own and have done great things to keep their family members memories alive, Thomas said. On October 12, 1986, Columbus Day weekend, their bodies were found inside Thomas's white 1980 Honda Civic at the Cheatham Annex Overlook along the Colonial Parkway in Williamsburg, Virginia. Speaking Russian was very important because they were, at the time, probably our top adversary in the world.". Psychic Pam Coronado felt that the killings were all related but that the locations of the cars were not where the actual violence occurred. Calls Toyota Celica was later found on the parkway along with several articles of clothing and the car keys. Just a beautiful woman, her sister-in-law, Ginny Minarik, told Lovers Lane Murders.. In 2010, the FBI arranged the first and, to date, only in-person meeting with all the families to discuss the status of the cases and field questions. There is this allure of serial killers, said, Steve Spingola, former homicide detective and author of. On April 10, 1988, Christopher Newport University students Cassandra Lee Hailey, 18, and Richard Keith Call, 20, were reported missing after attending a party in the University Square area in Newport News during their first date together. Phelps had been dating Lauer's brother at the time they went missing. Now you flash forward and as painful as the passage of time can be, we now have truly advanced DNA testing available. The Colonial Parkway is a scenic, 23-mile stretch in Virginia that links the historic towns of Jamestown, Williamsburg, and Yorktown. Investigators have spent decades puzzling out the Colonial Parkway murders. And remember, this was the 1980s. It's difficult to imagine that a community could be infiltrated in that way, he emphasized. [23] and "Was the Colonial Parkway Killer Pretending to be Law Enforcement? Virginia's Colonial Parkway runs a relatively short 23 miles, from Jamestown to Yorkstown, passing through Williamsburg and thereby connecting all of Virginia's famous "Historic Triangle." Part of the Colonial National Historic Park, the scenic route is designed with sightseeing in mind. Map to show the parkway (B) Is where I believe two bodies were found, . Why? A small caveat before we spring forth into the latest horror room, the third couples link to the Parkway Murders is somewhat debatable. "[18], On April 25, 2019, The New York Times published a story on the use of DNA in the Golden State Killer case, the Colonial Parkway murders and other unsolved homicides titled Sooner or Later, Your Cousin's DNA is Going to Solve a Murder. Backtrack and take a look at the whole gruesome spectacle There were either multiple killers or the singular lone wolf was rather adept and elastic, forever changing and molding his M.O. Federal Bureau of Investigations Public Affairs Specialist Christina Pullen would not confirm the presence of DNA, whether it has been tested or any specifics on the ongoing case. Stephen's bedroom crime scene. It helps explain how the killer could take control of two people at once. She was brilliant, beautiful and well-educated, but she was also thoughtful, modest and a deep thinker. The first two known victims were United States Naval Academy Class of 1981 graduate Cathleen Thomas, 27, and College of William & Mary senior Rebecca Ann Dowski, 21. "[21], On January 15, 2021, the Oxygen Network announced that a four-part true crime series, Lovers Lane Murders would cover the Colonial Parkway murders. Link your TV provider to stream full episodes and live TV. Most crime scenes were near the water. uses fresh interviews with criminologists and victims family members as well as crime-scene reconstructions and analysis to puzzle out the still-unsolved Colonial Parkway murders. The murders associated with the series span from the area around the Colonial Parkway around Williamsburg, to New Kent . From 1986 to 1989, four double homicides occurred either on or near the scenic, seemingly safe road. Authorities discovered Cathleen and Rebecca on Columbus Day weekend, 1986, inside a white 1980 Honda Civic. The young woman had graduated from the U.S. [17], On December 22, 2018, veteran reporter Mike Holtzclaw wrote an article for the Daily Press marking Colonial Parkway murders whistleblower Fred Atwell's passing titled: "Former Deputy's Death Leaves Parkway Victim's Families Wondering What He Knew. Fred was always vocal about the case to the point that he had strong opinions on who the killer was. It's difficult to imagine something as gruesome and shocking as a string of murders occurring on this seemingly safe road but that's exactly what happened decades ago. The two-night special premiere of "Lovers Lane Murders" airs Feb. 11 at 9 p.m. and 10 p.m. For Teri and Paula Hailey, it is the hope that they and their parents will see justice. Cathy had graduated from the U.S. The second night airs Friday at 9 p.m. and 10 p.m. Nonetheless, inconclusive MRI scans appear to show that at least one of the bodies might have suffered knife wounds. Cassandra Hailey, left, with her sisters Paula Hailey, center, and Teri Hailey, right in December 1986. [14], On June 25, 2018, editors at Listverse released a new article, "Ten Disturbing Facts About the Colonial Parkway Murders. And Becky was also extremely athletic. His investigation came to the startling conclusion that the murders were committed by multiple assailants and arent tied together. "She discovered after graduating from the Naval Academy that she was a lesbian. For two decades, the crime-scene pictures have been secret, critical evidence in the hunt for a serial murderer. When did it happen, and whos the culprit? Call was a computer science major and an old soul in a way, his brother told Lovers Lane Murders.. After a deep dive into the four Colonial Parkway murders. WILLIAMSBURG, Va. (WAVY) The FBI and Virginia State Police have uncovered DNA from three of the four crimes scenes of the 1986 Colonial Parkway Murders that may belong to a perpetrator,. All the victims were killed with different methods (stabbing, strangulation, gunshot wound). Victims were in cars and all were young and killed in pairs. "When Cathy and Becky were killed, we thought it might be a hate crime. ", NASHVILLE TV PRODUCER VERONICA BOZZAS MURDER EXPLORED IN TRUE CRIME DOC: THE WHOLE THING WAS SENSELESS, The James River as seen from College Creek Beach on the Colonial Parkway. Easily add multiple stops, see live traffic and road conditions. Still, some investigators are on the fence and dont want to definitively classify their disappearance as part of the serial killers cycle. This, in turn, ratcheted up the media when they got a hold of the fact that Camp Peary is a training facility for the Central Intelligence Agency. If they are smart enough not to get caught, theres very little we can do.. In 1986, a 23-mile scenic road run by the National Park Service in Virginia became indelibly linked with a series of double homicides that came to be called the Colonial Parkway murders. "He was always washing it, his sister, Joyce Call-Canada, told The Virginian Pilot. who has spent more than 20 years looking into the murders. William F. Thomas stands under an old oak tree at the Cheatham Annex pull off along the Colonial Parkway near Yorktown Tuesday afternoon, August 16,2016, holding a photo of his sister, Cathleen Thomas, a Naval Academy graduate who with Rebecca Dowski were the first of the murders along the Parkway that became known as the Colonial Parkway Murders. Annamaria Phelps, 18, and Daniel Lauer, 21, were not a romantic couple. Beckys wound isnt as deep as Cathys wound, Pettler added. [citation needed], In January 2010, a team from FBI Norfolk and FBI Headquarters met with the victims' families to update them on the status of the investigation. ", EMILIE MORRIS, THE FORMER STUDENT WHO DIED AFTER ACCUSING HER COACH OF ABUSE, BECOMES FOCUS OF TRUE-CRIME DOC. Despite the moniker the Colonial Parkway Murders, the time frame and proximity of the deaths, law enforcement has never conclusively linked the cases, leaving many, including the family members, to believe that some or all of the cases are connected or none at all. Thomas Hargrove, researcher, and archivist. Cassandra Lee Hailey, 18, and Richard Keith Call, 20, dropped off the face of the Earth on that Spring evening. ET. Finally, the killers scope and the geographical stretch of his spree make it near impossible to set up a proliferation point from which to work from, a range to actively stake-out. However, Cathy was unafraid to try things that no one else had done before. ", "Murder Accountability Project: Tracking America's unsolved homicides", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Colonial_Parkway_murders&oldid=1110597999, This page was last edited on 16 September 2022, at 11:09. A double homicide is a rare occurrence in and of itself, so four happening so close together has naturally caused many to wonder if a serial killer is behind this series or murders. Actor Steve Altes portrayed the killer. She was actually the most improved Russian speaker at the Naval Academy. After a deep dive into the four Colonial Parkway murders, Coombs and OConnell reviewed commonalities and dissimilarities in terms of location, treatment of bodies, method of murder, time and date, victims, motive, and crime scene. On April 10, 1988, two kids from Christopher Newport University both perfect in-synched with the killers victim profile were reported missing after attending a party in Newport News during their first date together. Thomas had also entered a relationship with Dowski, and the two were known to regularly visit the area where they were murdered. Sign up forOxygen Insiderfor all the best true crime content. After leaving the armed forces, she had transitioned into a successful career as a stockbroker, according to Richmond.com. There has to be a degree of self-sabotage from a serial killer for an investigation to pan out. Now, a team of former FBI special agents led by former FBI Profiler Jim Clemente intends . Their bodies have never been found, but both are presumed dead. Nonetheless, to me, this is the work of a serial killer, said OConnell, who views variances among the dual homicides as an eerie sort of shapeshifting. Were reverse engineering the family tree of this unknown person, and eventually their identity through the family tree with who they share DNA with one or two genealogy databases that we have access to, said Moore. The car had been pushed down an embankment off the Colonial Parkway. For Call-Canada, it is the thing that keeps her going: hope that her brothers remains will be discovered and laid to rest. Robin Edwards, top row and second to the left, and David Knobling, bottom row and second to the left, were murdered Sept. 23, 1987. None had been robbed or sexually molested, stumping investigators as to what the possible motive that galvanized the murders might have been. Theory: A Serial Killer Stalked The Parkway, From a macro view of the murders, the fact that they all took place in close proximity bolsters the popular belief that a serial killer stalked the Colonial Parkway. Murders all occurred, she said, within a 30-mile radius and all on a weekend or holiday.. 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Many who believe the homicides are connected think the killer presented himself as a police officer or park ranger, or someone with authority. Virginia's Colonial Parkway, a dark and isolated lovers' lane, was the scene of four brutal double murders between 1986 and 1990, with a new young couple meeting their untimely death each year. "Cathy was somebody that could more than hold her own in any situation," he said. He explained it might be easier to wrap ones mind around one killer, not four or even more different ones. (Photo by Scott Neville/ For The Washington Post via Getty Images). While Phelps was stabbed, Lauers body was too decomposed to determinea manner of death. Thomas said that over the years, there have been moments where he was frustrated with the investigation of his sisters murder. Their bodies were uncovered after an exhaustive three-day search party. 8:00 a.m . THE COLONIAL PARKWAY MURDERS: A STEP BY STEP REPORT. , including one couple whove never been found. Now, more than 10 years later, the families are pushing for another meeting. This time, their goal is to have DNA in the cases tested. Or could it be that four separate criminals were executing young people in the area? Because of the Colonial Parkways reputation, Thomas and Dowski could have been chosen at random. There were little signs of struggle. Moderated by former FBI Special Agent Maureen O'Connell, the panel featured family members and advocates Joyce Call and Bill Thomas along with Blaine Pardoe, coauthor of a book on the case, A Special Kind of Evil: The Colonial Parkway Serial Killings. Maps of crime scene. The killer has never been caught.Oct. David + Robin. Rebecca Dowski, top left, and Cathleen Thomas, bottom left, were killed Oct. 12, 1986. Just three days later, they were found murdered inside Thomas 1980 Honda Civic. The remains were too decomposed to reveal the manner of death. In 2008, E! In a way, the fact that such murders and foul deeds took place in that spot was nothing short of sacrilegious and a scar on the Parkways patriotic nature and what it represents. For Thomas, who has dedicated years of his life searching for answers, it is the hope that after three decades, his sisters cold case will be finally closed. Just after Labor Day weekend 1989, Annamaria Phelps, 18, and Daniel Later, 21, vanished while en route to Virginia Beach. The Colonial Parkway is a twenty-three mile scenic roadway stretching from the York River at Yorktown to the James River at Jamestown. [2] Thomas was working as a stockbroker at the time of the murder. From 1986 to 1989, four double homicides occurred either on or near the scenic, seemingly safe road. On September 20, 1987, Knoblings truck was found abandoned by the James River Bridge, Richmond.com reported. Thomas said Cathy was "very upbeat and excited." WTVR News 6 in Richmond reported that there was additional DNA evidence available for testing in the Colonial Parkway murders. So it wasnt like Cathy and Becky could live their lives in any kind of open fashion. Lauer's car, a gold 1972 Chevrolet Nova, was soon found abandoned at the I-64 New Kent rest stop in New Kent County and it was discovered to have been heading in the wrong direction, away from their intended Virginia Beach destination. "I cant emphasize this enough, but there was a tremendous amount of resistance for those women joining the academy," Thomas explained. DOOMSDAY MOM LORI VALLOW IS AN EVIL MONSTER WHO OBSESSED OVER END OF TIMES BEFORE CHILDREN'S DEATHS: DOC. This year she would have turned 48. From 1986 to 1989, four double homicides occurred on or near the Colonial Parkway. At first, Thomas said his family suspected Cathy and Dowski were victims of a hate crime. She was determined She was also a Russian scholar. As the agent at the beginning of this diabolical coverage said: What made these murders stand out was the complexity of them.. Get an all-access pass to never-before-seen content, free digital evidence kits, and much more! This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Will mock murderers with glee. Oxygen Insider is your all-access pass to never-before-seen content, free digital evidence kits, and much more. Create a free profile to get unlimited access to exclusive videos, breaking news, sweepstakes, and more! Throughout the years, it was usually the victims parents who spearheaded efforts to find justice, renew interest and pressure law enforcement to pursue their cases. Julia Williams, 24, and Lollie Winans, 26, displayed a wealth of similarities to the Parkway case. On October 19, 1989, the skeletonized bodies of Phelps and Lauer were found in a wooded area by hunters along Interstate 64 between Williamsburg and Richmond. Market data provided by Factset. The tone of his parents voice signaling something was wrong. Theyre very, very different in force and intensity. Between 1986 and 1989, three young couples were found brutally murdered while one couple is still missing and presumed dead, on or near the Colonial Parkway, a roadway that connects Jamestown,. She had a soft side but there was a toughness, too, her brother, Bill Thomas, told the producers of Lovers Lane Murders.. Stephen. The Colonial Parkway Murders were a series of homicides that occurred between October 1986 and September 1989. Dowski, 21, was found in the backseat of the car while Cathy, 27, was stuffed into the hatchback. This section is going to be macabre, scatological, and disturbing. Phelps, who family members described to Lovers Lane Murders producers as having a very sharp wit, was dating Lauers younger brother, whom she lived with in Virginia Beach. Knobling lived in Hampton while he worked for his fathers landscaping business, and was expecting a baby with his longtime girlfriend. The series was published again by the paper in 2010. Call loved going to the beach and was especially fond of his car. His newest endeavor is a podcast which he co-hosts with Kristin Dilley called Mind Over Murder. The podcast has extensively covered the Colonial Parkway cases, in addition to exploring other trends in crime, such as DNA advancement. They were never found. On October 19th, a month and a half after their disappearance, hunters along interstate 64 between Williamsburg and Richmond stumbled onto the skeletonized remains of both kids. For the the other half, the parents who have died, they will never see justice for their childrens deaths. Just like those 1400 unsolved murders, Hargrove conducted his studies on, theres a huge likelihood that the Colonial Parkway Murders will remain a cold case and that the devil behind it will never be brought to justice just like Jack The Ripper Just like the Zodiac Killer Just like the Alphabet Killer The Barnaul Maniac Charlie Chop-off and the 85 other serial killers. Lauers Chevrolet Nova was found on the westbound exit ramp, keys in the ignition, the next day. The Colonial Parkway is a beautiful stretch of highway which cuts through the Colonial National Historical Park in South-East Virginia. Theres always hope that you might find more DNA, finding smaller amounts, with more advanced techniques of detecting DNA, said Moore. The second Annamaria and Daniel were reported missing, the red-flags went up, and the district devolved into a panic. Directions and Map (904) 525-8080. Fred was considered something of a hero when he uncovered a slew of photographs leaked from the FBIs office in Norfolk. They were never seen again after that night. While genetic genealogy offers the family members a new prospect, they have never given up hope that their siblings cases will be solved. In October 1986, the bodies of Cathy Thomas and Rebecca Dowski were discovered inside the 1980 Honda Civic that belonged to Thomass sibling. She worked two jobs while studying, caring for toddlers at a daycare center and at the colleges English department as a clerk, the Virginian Pilot reported in 2016. Its very important to do these interviews, and to let your readers, and the viewers of the television series, even listening to the podcast, and whatever, know why this is still important, Thomas said. PETER NYGARD ACCUSER EXPLAINS WHY SHE'S SPEAKING OUT IN NEW SHOCKING DOC: 'I HAVE NEVER BEEN QUIET ABOUT THIS', Bill Thomas, a producer on Oxygen's 'Lovers' Lane Murders' is seen here with a portrait of his sister Cathy Thomas. The only evidence of any wrongdoing was the discovery of Calls red Toyota Celica, unoccupied at the York River Overlook. Oct. 26, 2018. We understand that were not going to be at the front of the line, but to hear that evidence hasnt been tested in over a year is unacceptable, Thomas said. The Colonial Parkway is a beautiful stretch of highway which cuts through the Colonial National Historical Park in South-East Virginia. On September 20, 1987, David Knobling, 20, and Robin Edwards, 14, were shot at point-blank range in the Ragged Island Wildlife Refuge, near the south shore of James River in Smithfield, Virginia. However, these victims were known to frequent the area on Thursday nights. Im the older brother of Cathy Thomas who together with her girlfriend Rebecca Dowski were the first two victims in the so-called Colonial Parkway Murders, he wrote. (Oxygen). And as of today, all of the murders remain unsolved. The odds of four double homicides in as many years are extremely rare, which is why the slayings are often attributed to a serial killer. He and Cassandra Hailey vanished while on their first date in 1988. The Colonial Parkway Murders The Colonial Parkway is a historic and scenic road that links together the three points of Virginia's Historic Triangle: Jamestown, Williamsburg, and Yorktown. He believes itcame down to chance, he said. A man named Bill Thomas had reached out on their new Facebook page, What happened to Richard Keith Call and Cassandra Hailey?. I see the killer evolving, she said, not just in his methods but in his motives.. The Colonial Parkway is 23 miles of beautiful Virginia road running between Yorktown and Jamestown, and as such, far from a terrifying, serial killer-y location. Was The Colonial Parkway Killer Pretending To Be Law Enforcement? Though two slayings took place on the actual parkway and two were in nearby areas, all four are tied together by the name, the Colonial Parkway Murders. Coombs and OConnell reviewed commonalities and dissimilarities in terms of location, treatment of bodies, method of murder, time and date, victims, motive, and crime scene. And a lot of fantastic work has gone into the Colonial Parkway murders. On September 20, 1987, David Knobling, 20, and Robin Edwards, 14, were shot to death in the Ragged Island Wildlife Refuge, on the south shore of the James River in Isle of Wight County, near Smithfield, Virginia. But youre always reminded, in little ways, who is here and who is not., Em Holter, emily.holter@virginiamedia.com, 757-256-6657, @EmHolterNews, Abigail Adcox, abigail.adcox@virginiamedia.com, 757-264-8149, @abigailadcox. (File photos). Here are prominent theories that have been put forth over the years. (Jonathon Gruenke / Daily Press). However, the young couple was struggling financially, so Lauer had agreed to move in with them to help them out with money. At night its dark and isolated,making it an ideal spot for couples to be romantic discreetly. Regardless, some of the remaining family members have formed a united front, choosing to work alongside each other to find answers, keeping in contact with each other on a regular basis. [10], In October 2016, there was extensive coverage of the 30th anniversary of the Colonial Parkway murders, including an eight-part multimedia presentation by the Daily Press newspaper. And. Keith Call, top row and third to the left, and Cassandra Hailey disappeared April 10, 1988. This unwholesome section is grisly and malignant Youve been warned. "[15], On July 23, 2018. The Parkway murders are believed to be the act of an apparent serial killer. Daniel Plott, retired Virginia State Police, concurred. The Colonial Parkway Murders. Several clothing items were found in the vehicle, as were the car keys. Gays and lesbians were banned from the Navy at that time, and she had been investigated by nine agents regarding her sexuality, her brother told producers. Steve Spingola, former Milwaukee homicide detective, investigated the murders on behalf of the families. To his knowledge, the DNA still has not been tested. Six weeks later, hunters found their remains. Keith Call, top row and third to the left, and Cassandra Hailey disappeared April 10, 1988. Naval Academy in 1981 as part of its second class to admit women. 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