Crime Junkie
Crime Junkie
"If Bobby and Sherylin were killed by someone, that someone has gotten away with murder." — Britt
"He said he thinks someone shot Bobby and Cherlin and then just left Madison on her own to die." — Britt (referencing Sheriff Israel Beacham)
"The truth is that we weren't able to talk to anyone who really knows what that was about." — Britt (referring to a potential lawsuit involving the U-Follow School District)
This episode delves into the perplexing case of the Jamison family: Bobby, Sherylin, and their six-year-old daughter, Madison, who vanished in October 2009. Their abandoned truck was discovered days later in a remote area of Latimer County, Oklahoma, containing personal belongings, a significant amount of cash, and a disturbing letter from Sherylin to Bobby. The initial investigation yielded no immediate clues to their whereabouts, despite extensive searches of the rugged terrain.
Further investigation revealed a complex family history marked by financial difficulties, addiction, and mental health challenges for Sherylin, including bipolar disorder and depression. Bobby also struggled with painkiller addiction following an injury. The family's plan to live off the grid was juxtaposed with ongoing lawsuits, including one against Bobby's father and another possibly involving the school district. Disturbing accounts emerged of Sherylin's erratic behavior, including claims of supernatural experiences and attempts at self-harm.
In 2013, four years after their disappearance, the remains of the entire Jamison family were discovered approximately 2.6 miles from their abandoned truck. The fragmented nature of the remains and the lack of a clear cause of death, coupled with the unusual circumstances of their discovery and the disposal of their vehicle, have led to multiple theories, including murder-suicide and foul play. Despite extensive investigation, including interviews with neighbors and individuals familiar with the area, no definitive conclusion has been reached, leaving the case officially undetermined and the question of what happened to the Jamison family unanswered.