The Disappearance of Melanie Melanson

The Disappearance of Melanie Melanson

On October 27, 1989, fourteen-year-old Melanie Melanson vanished after attending a party in a wooded area near an industrial park in Woburn, Massachusetts. She never made it home.

What began as a missing person case soon became one of Massachusetts' most haunting unsolved mysteries. Over the decades, investigators have followed countless leads, searched remote locations, conducted multiple excavations, and interviewed witnesses who were present during Melanie's final hours. Yet more than three decades later, critical questions remain unanswered.

In this episode of Murders in Massachusetts, host Jonathan Power examines the timeline of Melanie's disappearance, the party where she was last seen, the individuals believed to be among the last people to see her alive, and the many twists that have defined this case over the years.

Featuring historical reporting, investigative records, and firsthand perspectives, this episode explores the unanswered questions, the impact on Melanie's family, and the ongoing search for justice.

Someone knows what happened to Melanie Melanson.

After more than 35 years, her family is still waiting for answers.

If you have information regarding Melanie Melanson's disappearance, please contact law enforcement. To learn more about the case, visit MelanieMelanson.com.

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Contributors:

Billie-Sue Hutchins