The Haunted Bunker: Paranormal Mysteries & the Unexplained
9: The Mystery at Airtight Bridge
April 15, 202349mEpisode 9
Show Notes
Jinkies! Hey Gang, join Shane and Josh as they embark on a chilling adventure in Charleston, Illinois, driving their Mystery Machine Tesla to the picturesque Airtight Bridge. Although the bridge appears serene, nestled over the gentle waters of the Embarras River and listed on the National Register of Historical Places, it hides a sinister past.
The Airtight Bridge, so named for the "unnatural stillness" that envelops it, was once a popular spot for local teens to hang out and drink. But on October 19, 1980, the bridge became the site of a gruesome discovery: a mutilated woman's body, missing her head, hands, and feet, was found floating nearby. Scuba divers searched for clues and missing body parts, but little was found, and the woman's identity remained a mystery.
Laid to rest in Charleston Mound Cemetery under the name "Jane Doe," the grave became a site of pilgrimage for those touched by the case. Visitors would leave flowers and tokens of sympathy, remembering the unknown woman and her tragic fate.
In 1992, a breakthrough finally came. DNA analysis identified the victim as Diana Marie Riordan-Small, who had vanished from her Illinois home over 100 miles away. With her identity restored, Jane Doe's headstone was replaced to honor her memory.
In this riveting episode, Shane and Josh unravel the haunting tale of the Airtight Bridge and the tragic story of Diana Marie Riordan-Small. Tune in and immerse yourself in this true crime mystery that's sure to captivate your imagination.
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The Airtight Bridge, so named for the "unnatural stillness" that envelops it, was once a popular spot for local teens to hang out and drink. But on October 19, 1980, the bridge became the site of a gruesome discovery: a mutilated woman's body, missing her head, hands, and feet, was found floating nearby. Scuba divers searched for clues and missing body parts, but little was found, and the woman's identity remained a mystery.
Laid to rest in Charleston Mound Cemetery under the name "Jane Doe," the grave became a site of pilgrimage for those touched by the case. Visitors would leave flowers and tokens of sympathy, remembering the unknown woman and her tragic fate.
In 1992, a breakthrough finally came. DNA analysis identified the victim as Diana Marie Riordan-Small, who had vanished from her Illinois home over 100 miles away. With her identity restored, Jane Doe's headstone was replaced to honor her memory.
In this riveting episode, Shane and Josh unravel the haunting tale of the Airtight Bridge and the tragic story of Diana Marie Riordan-Small. Tune in and immerse yourself in this true crime mystery that's sure to captivate your imagination.
To listen to our UNMASKED episode, and help support the show, you can join our Patreon or Apple Podcast Premium.
Visit us online.
Follow the brothers on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/mystery-inc/exclusive-content
Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Credits
Shane Waters — Founder & Host
Josh Waters — Co-Host
Kim Morrow — Co-Host & Lead Editor
Produced by Myths & Malice