In the first episode of “Missing in Iowa,” Extinguished podcast delves into the unsolved disappearance of 13-year-old Mark Allen in 1986, while also exploring the earlier case of Johnny Gosh, highlighting the chilling similarities and potential connections between these missing children’s cases that shook Iowa. Join David McClam and LaDonna Humphrey as they begin to dig into the cold cases.

TIMELINE

00:00 Introduction to Extinguished Podcast
01:00 Mark Allen’s Disappearance in Iowa
03:34 Mark Allen’s Background and Reclassification
05:19 Johnny Gosch’s Disappearance and Impact
07:49 Missing Boys: The Chilling Timeline

Key Takeaways:

• Understand the details surrounding Mark Allen’s disappearance in Des Moines, Iowa, including the last time he was seen and the initial police response.
• Learn about the case of Johnny Gosh, a 12-year-old paperboy who vanished in 1982, and the impact his disappearance had on the missing children’s movement.
• Recognize the timeline and connections between the disappearances of Mark Allen, Johnny Gosh, and Eugene Martin, and why many suspect a link despite official denials.
• Consider the challenges faced by families of missing children, including delays in police investigations and the emotional toll of unanswered questions.
• Note down the contact information for the Des Moines Police Department for anyone who might have information about Mark Allen’s case: 515-283-4811.