John Miller

In this episode, we dive into the tragic case of April Tinsley, an 8-year-old girl whose murder haunted Fort Wayne, Indiana for over three decades. From her disappearance in 1988 to the shocking arrest of John Miller in 2018, this case highlights the power of forensic genealogy—and the determination of law enforcement who refused to give up. Join us as we uncover the twists, the taunts, and the final justice for April.

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