Crime Junkie
Crime Junkie
"Greg recalls pulling back the blinds of the hotel room that next morning and seeing bright, sunny skies hoping it was a good sign. About five minutes later, he watched dark clouds roll in over it. It felt very ominous to Greg." — Ashley Flowers (describing Greg Beerson's premonition)
This episode of Crime Junkie delves into two perplexing unsolved cases: the homicide of North Dakota State University student Tom Beerson and the death of chemist Geitha Angara at a water commission plant. The investigation into Tom Beerson's disappearance and subsequent death in 2014 is marked by cryptic social media posts, a lack of physical evidence, and unanswered questions surrounding his final hours. Despite extensive searches and a ruling of homicide, key details regarding the tip that led to his body's discovery and the identity of his killer remain undisclosed. The narrative highlights the frustration of his family and the community in seeking closure.
The second case features Geitha Angara, a senior chemist found deceased in a water tank at the Passaic Valley Water Commission Plant in 2005. Initially suspected as an accident due to the nature of the location, evidence of strangulation and the circumstances surrounding her discovery led authorities to classify her death as a homicide. The investigation encountered challenges including a lack of surveillance in crucial areas, potential workplace tensions, and a controversial ruling on the cause of death by the medical examiner. Despite narrowing down suspects among her colleagues, the case remains unsolved, with Geitha's family advocating for further investigation and public assistance.
Both narratives underscore the critical need for information from the public and the persistent challenges faced by law enforcement in solving cases where definitive evidence and direct witness accounts are scarce. The podcast emphasizes the emotional toll on families and the ongoing pursuit of justice, even years after the initial events.