70: Bryce Herda

This episode discusses the disappearance of six-year-old Bryce Herda, who went missing on April 9, 1995, from Shishi Beach in Nia Bay, Washington. Bryce was left alone on the beach for a brief period while his family went hiking. When they returned, he was gone, leading to a search that involved the police and community volunteers. Despite intensive efforts, including the use of helicopters and dogs, no trace of Bryce was ever found.

Eyewitness accounts reported Bryce's last moments, with his brother recalling that he was happily waving. Various theories about his disappearance arise, notably the possibility of accidental drowning versus abduction. The local police leaned towards accidental drowning, while the Herda family firmly believed in abduction, citing a nearby homeless encampment as a potential factor. There is even a chilling connection made to Israel Keyes, a prolific serial killer who lived in the area, although no direct evidence links him to the case. A reward of $15,000 for information regarding Bryce's whereabouts is still active and his legacy is honored through a scholarship fund.