A shocking rumor emerges during a casual conversation around a campfire – a startling claim from a man named Terry, that, if true, could change the entire direction of the investigation into Ada Haradine’s disappearance. But as police dig deeper into Terry’s story, they find inconsistencies that raise questions about his motives and credibility.
Courtesy of Indiana Department of Correction, in partnership with Indiana State Police and Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department
Episode Info
If you have any information about Ada Haradine, please contact Michiana Crime Stoppers at 574-288-STOP or 800-342-STOP or submit tips online at michianacrimestoppers.com. Tips can be made anonymously.
You can also reach out directly to the Cass County Sheriff’s Office by calling their main line, 269-445-1560, their tip line at 800-462-9328, or online at ccso.info.
Elkhart police station in 1989. Photo source: IndianaMemory
Phil Stiver. Photo enhanced by audiochuck staff. Photo source: wmzfh.com
A 1990 photo of Elkhart, showing the YMCA in the background. Courtesy: Elkhart County Historical Society
An enhanced photo of Ada Haradine. Courtesy: Cass County Sheriff’s Office
Ada and Ed Haradine. Courtesy: Cass County Sheriff’s Office; photo enhanced by audiochuck staff
A postcard of Immaculate Conception Church. Jeff was baptized at this church in Three Rivers. Terry and his then-wife were named as his godparents. Courtesy: ebay and audiochuck staff
Episode Source Material
Original reporting by Nina Schutzman
- Cass County Sheriff’s Office records
- Elkhart Police Department records
- Larry Sarhatt’s personal records