May 17th 2001 was Alissa’s last day of her junior year at Paradise Valley High School… but normal teenager excited for summer adventures, just disappears? Initially her case was closed as a troubled teen running away from home. After family secrets are revealed, things might not have been so simple. With time, the truth has slowly unraveled due to her sister’s love and dedication to finding answers which resulted in the arrest of prime suspect Michael Turney.

If you are looking for even more details and information on this case check out Voices for Justice by Sarah Turney, which includes interviews with their friends and family, a look into Alissa’s childhood, and Sarah’s personal journey for her sister's justice.

Please be advised we do discuss the topic of sexual abuse throughout this case. If anyone listening is or has been a victim of sexual abuse there is help available through the National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN) Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 1 (800) 656-HOPE(4673) Live Chat available at rainn.org

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