John William Leonard, Sr., was 52 years of age at the time of his murder and the father of five young children. She texted: "go for a walk ill come pick you up after." Cpl. Jeter, although never named a suspect in the unsolved murder, was questioned in the case. That person, 22-year-old Sheldon Jeter Jr., was jailed in the Beaver County over the weekend. His murder remains unsolved. When they were together and happy on a Tuesday, they could have been broken up and miserable by Sunday [laughs]. More News. Like, she says things and they're not exactly true. Robert was 49 years old at the time of his murder. On the night Rachael DelTondo was murdered, she was out for ice cream with friends, who were also close with Sheldon Jeter. He enlisted in the USMC in March 1965. Jury finds Sheldon Jeter guilty of murder, Sheldon Jeter defense: Juror in recent homicide trial was DelTondos neighbor, Video: New true-crime podcast, "Return To View," set to debut July 28, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Jen Glovan and her boyfriend Matt Mottes hadn't seen Rachael in months. Frank Catroppa: There were some -- some girls on the -- on the trip. Hometown of Jimmy Stewart, Indiana Pennsylvania. Santicola asked for a mistrial or an evidentiary hearing to prove one juror that convicted Jeter in June had multiple conflicts of interest, including living next door to Rachael DelTondo the teacher shot in her driveway on Mothers Day 2018. And then she said that a police officer pulled up and just wanted to check on them and she said "Everything's fine, Officer. I'm not a government official. CBS' '48 Hours: Who Killed Rachael DelTondo?' delves into the various facets of the investigation into [] The case shook Aliquippa and remains the ninth unsolved murder in a city with an underfunded and understaffed police department. Wedding plans commenced immediately, and so did a Shakespearean battle over who was running the show. On February 11, 2004, between 11:30 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. she finished her shift at the Pump-N-Pantry. Lisa DelTondo: She was in a psych ward for three days. She was last seen wearing a rust-colored wool fringed sweater, blue collared polo shirt with "Pump and Pantry" written on it, white pants, gray Nike sneakers, a blue "Pump-N-Pantry" hat, and a homemade hemp necklace. Rachael DelTondo's tragic murder remained unsolved, just as Tyric Pugh was killed under eerily similar circumstances in May 2020. Corriveau was discovered missing by hospital personnel at approximately 7:50 a.m., on November 18, 1968, which was the same day his deceased body was discovered along the Pennsylvania Turnpike. Michael Santicola: There's no evidence there that ties him to the crime. On September 7, 1992, partial skull remains were found in Fairfield Township, Lycoming County, PA; it was determined to be homicide. Him and Chief Couch was good friends, I guess. I don't know. Not long after that weekend, Catroppa says Rachael became paranoid. CIRCUMSTANCES: A teenage boy who was playing in the area found the dismembered remains of a full-term pregnant female. Shawn and Scott were 15 years of age. UPDATE:Prosecutors are seeking the death penalty against thePennsylvania man charged in connection with the 1992 sexual assault and strangulation ofelementary school teacher Chrsity Mirack. Erin Moriarty: At any point did you have Rachael followed? 911 was contacted by a passing motorist who observed the boys on the road. Rachael DelTondo's murder remains one of the most complicated cases in the history of Aliquippa, a small town in Pennsylvania. Frank Catroppa: Yeah, at one time I was, absolutely. Cell phone evidence shows Sheldon was texting them and knew their whereabouts. And I said, "I'm gonna ask you two -- two questions." Maybe just tryin' to discredit me. Erin Moriarty: Why are you texting someone who's sitting right behind you? Edward Arthur Surratt (born August 8, 1941) is an American murderer, rapist and suspected serial killer. But Lisa DelTondo stands by her account. Through his attorney Michael Santicola, Sheldon Jeter says that Rachael was never his teacher. State police have charged Sheldon Jeter Jr., 22, of Aliquippa . He's currently working at Lowe's. So, Frank went to the Aliquippa Police Department and asked Assistant Police Chief Joe Perciavalle if there was an incident report. He was found wrapped in a plaid blanked and inside a cardboard box that had once contained a bassinet of the kind sold by J.C. Penney. He was 31. Jen Glovan: Yeah. They didn't do a report. Joe and Lisa DelTondo insist their daughter did nothing wrong. Kimberly stayed out late and away from home over various periods of time. Approximately one hour later, it was discovered that she never returned. Charlotte Fimiano, an agent for Weichert Realtors, failed to return home after showing a home to an unknown client on September 11, 1997. A city where, she said, officials were being paid to turn a blind eye to illegal behavior. She then contacted police to report him missing. He served several tours in Vietnam, was injured in the line of duty and was awarded two purple hearts. More. There was a pile of clothes laying on the floor next to his bed where he was sleeping. Sheldon Jeter Jr. was a member of the renowned high school football program in Aliquippa. Robert was a self-employed furniture repairman. On November 10, 1994, Rod Hager was shot in the back while outside laying concrete block; building his garage at his residence located along Nices Hollow Road, Porter Township, Lycoming County. In both murders, police began looking for a suspect, a man possibly in his middle 40s with short, tapered hair and a mustache. He was so successful that an local online magazine dubbed Catroppa "The Wolf of Aliquippa." The two had recently reconnected. Chief Joe Perciavalle: --sent it out. She says she never knew Rachael and Sheldon to have any type of romantic relationship and never once heard her friend say she was afraid of him. ", It had been a little over 10 months since Rachael DelTondo and Frank Catroppa called off their engagement, but the final chapter of their relationship was still being written. They're following me.'". aliquippa, pa unsolved murders. Even Jen Glovan got it. The AWOL Vietnam vet with two purple hearts who was found stabbed through the heart along the Pennsylvania Turnpike in 1968, and who remained unidentified until 2009. John Paul: I mean, we're talking about a population of roughly 9,000, give or take, where there are nine unsolved homicides. Glovan recalls Rachael coming to her that Super Bowl weekend in tears. Lisa DelTondo: I said that night, "You know, this is gonna be a cold case." he Mechanicsburg Police Department continues their investigation into a Fatal Hit and Run Accident that occurred in the 100 block of West Main Street, Mechanicsburg Borough, Cumberland County, PA. On Sunday, October 31, 1999, at approximately 10:00 p.m., the victim, 30 year old Rusty Aurand was struck and killed. Anyone with information on this fatal hit and run, vehicle and/or driver, or possible passengers is urged to contact Pennsylvania Crime Stoppers. Her last known address was located on Amber Street and Salaignac Street, in Philadelphia. Frank Catroppa: I wouldn't say that I was angry. Rachael DelTondo's parents said Rashawn Bolton, 31, Sheldon Jeter's half brother, helped their daughter feel safe. Corriveau and Naval personnel or patients who were present at the Philadelphia Naval Hospital in October and November 1968. On May 28, 2019, the felony charges against Joe Perciavalle for allegedly sending an obscene text to 17-year-old Lauren Watkins were dropped. On the evening of May 13, 2018, Mother's Day, Rachael's protector, Bolton, was out of town and Rachael decided to go out with Lauren. They're following me.'". June 30, 2022 . Theory 1 Sheldon has not been charged in the DelTondo case and his attorney Michael Santicola says he's not involved in her murder. The Beaver County Detectives Bureau has since taken it over. More. Charlotte had been strangled and shot to death. Did you have any idea what was about to happen to Rachael? Frank Catroppa: It wasn't Rachael, I don't believe, that didn't want to sign it. Heike was last seen in her driveway located on Fishing Creek Valley Road, West Hanover Township, Dauphin County, PA. Heike left behind her ID, purse, and medication. Judge Kim Tesla ordered the man to pay thousands in prosecution fees and restitution. The case was twice covered by America's Most Wanted, most recently in 2008. Theres no winner in this, said Jeters uncle, Michael Moreland. Lisa DelTondo [at cemetery]: Awe, look at that picture. His parents, who had already paid off his gambling debt and once marched him to the police station for a reprimand for stealing their money, drew the line at the weapon and grounded him for a . According to his attorney, he and Rachael DelTondo had a romantic relationship. Moriarty asked. Lisa DelTondo: Frankie made people take sides, so her friends had all, like, kinda went away. An autopsy determined that he had been stabbed once through the heart. Much of what was filed, the judge said, amounted to hearsay. Both parties thoroughly questioned and approved of the jury, Tesla said. Ray Gricars paramour arrived home from work at approximately 5:00 p.m., and he was not there. On or about Sunday, January 31, 1999, at 9:30 a.m. Merle Wolf, Diane Wolf's husband reported Diane missing. She -- she gave me about three deadlines. Jeters attorney, Michael Santicola, on Wednesday made an oral motion for extraordinary relief, which was summarily denied by Tesla. Belcastro's theory was that Frank had something to do with it. CBS News Correspondent Erin Moriarty will be joined by BeaverCountian.com's John Paul this weekend to revisit the May 2018 unsolved murder of Aliquippa school teacher Rachael DelTondo, and to explore the subsequent arrest and conviction of Sheldon Jeter Jr. for the May 2020 killing of Tyric Pugh. Witnesses in the area stated that they saw a person matching Jolene's description enter an unidentified light yellow car, approximately one block from her family's residence on North Washington Avenue. Chief Joe Perciavalle: He was upset. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. Court records show the juror wasnt asked about DelTondos case during jury selection, nor did she mention her family lived nearby, Santicola said. Erin Moriarty: Was Frank actually interested in being with Rachael at that point? He had been shot multiple times with a handgun. 2019 CBS Interactive Inc. All Rights Reserved. Lisa DelTondo: Her therapist told her to stay away from Lauren. All callers remain anonymous and could be eligible for a CASH REWARD. Frankie was generous. You have to promise me, promise me, promise me. It's, you know, one of those awkward situations. I have no idea. Frank Catroppa is Rachael DelTondo's ex-fianc. One year after Rachael DelTondo was shot to death, there are plenty of theories, but no arrests, leaving some to wonder if the case will ever be solved. Frank Catroppa: Yeah. but they both agreed to break up with their significant others. The victims prior employment consisted of secretarial work, maintenance work, clerk, and security work. She was also known to frequent Gables Truck Stop. Lisa DelTondo, Rachael's mother, believes Sheldon Jeter was involved in her daughter's murder. ", with the help of CBS station KDKA consumer reporter Marty Griffin. Jackie Belcastro | Rachael's aunt: I know my Rachael was afraid of them. . Her body was discovered approximately ten days later in a culvert running under Brook Devore Road in Summit Township, Butler County, Pennsylvania. When she called me, I don't know if it was because she was marrying him or because of the ring -- it was a six-carat oval. and she's gettin' a little frustrated, like "when am I gonna get this ring on my finger.". He was pounding --. Robert Daniel Corriveau. He was jealous. And -- and Rachael was upset about that. YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. State Police located this gun and ammunition in Sheldon Jeter Jr.'s bedroom that matched the shell casings from the Tyric Pugh crime scene. At 5:30 a.m. the following morning Wells' rental car was found out of gas and abandoned in the middle of Route 274 near New Germantown in Perry County, 35 miles from the motel. Tesla denied the motion, arguing the evidence provided didnt meet statutory requirements. . Phylicia Albina Thomas arrived home and after a short time she went outside. On July 17, 2002, at approximately 1:30 a.m., Shawn Fosnaught and Scott Baur were found lying on Cashdollar Road in Forward Township, Butler County, PA. Shawn and Scott were walking home from a friends house and would have used Cashdollar Road to get home. Additionally, because it was believed that John Doe had served in the United States Marine Corps, a request for assistance was sent to the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS). On August 14, 1996, at approximately at 9:45 p.m., the body of Keith John Polerecki was found in a field located in Coxton Rail Yards, Duryea Borough, Luzerne County. Jeter's attorney argues that if anyone knew what time Rachael was going to be home, it was Lauren Watkins. Joe DelTondo: He tried to ruin my daughter and my family. And he just wanted to know if it was true 'cause he don't wanna look stupid. Sheldon Jeter, 22, has been found guilty of first-degree homicide in the killing of Tyric Pugh. Frank Catroppa: I was kinda just -- just shocked. A Pennsylvania statewide grand jury has heard evidence in the Rachael DelTondo case, and it's been reported that Sheldon Jeter is a subject. On or about Monday, February 1, 1999, Diane Wolf's 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix (showing PA registration WR9396M) was located in the parking lot of Weis Markets, Baltimore Street, Penn Township, York County, PA. As of the date of the search warrant it was learned Diane Wolf was the primary operator of this vehicle and the disposition of her vehicle represents a significant departure in normal behavior for Diane Wolfe. The 2018 crime rate in Aliquippa, PA is 194 (City-Data.com crime index), which is 1.4 times lower than the U.S. average. Stephanie Coyle was a widow who lived alone and had been stabbed numerous times in the neck area. Her mother didn't want her to sign it. He grew up near Aliquippa and has witnessed its decline. Erin Moriarty [at the lot]: You obviously come here not to be seen. When Rachael was slain in 2018, she was 33 years old. Travel time from the vehicle to where Morgan Peters was found is 16.5 minutes going 65 mph. Pughs mother, Delma Pugh, told the court her family has endured long, sleepless nights following her sons death last year. Erin Moriarty: Is there any chance that Rachael did try to come in this side door? He become known as "the Boy in the Box" and "America's Unknown Child.". This transaction was recorded by paper records and video surveillance. Frank Catroppa: She would never really give names But she would always just, you know, lump in the -- the police department. Sheldon Jeter Jr.'s uncle, Michael Moreland, says Sheldon was home the night Rachael DelTondo was killed. The deceased male became a "John Doe" and was laid to rest at Longwood Cemetery in an unmarked grave where he remained unidentified for 44 years. At approximately 2:40 p.m., Micks Taxi Service received a call from a white male requesting service from Buck Hill Falls to Mountainhome, PA., a distance of approximately five miles. On Nov. 14, 2017, authorities in Perry County, Pa. charged a local man with the 1983 murder of his wife, providing a reminder that even decades-old "cold cases" are never totally forgotten. The World War II veteran, former prisoner of war and father of five found dead in a taxi in northeastern Pa. in 1970. I've known her since we were kids. I don't want him to think that I want him just for his money.". He also had what was believed to be a healed bullet wound on his upper left arm. Little did I know that was the last words from my baby. Initial and subsequent attempts to identify the deceased male through fingerprint records in national and military data bases were unsuccessful. It appeared the boys had been struck by a vehicle(s). The last radio contact with John Leonard was at 2:44 p.m. An employee of the lodge saw John Leonard going up the drive toward the main building on the hotel property. First published on May 18, 2019 / 11:02 PM. District Attorney David Lozier told "48 Hours" an announcement will be made when they believe they can win a case beyond reasonable doubt. Rachael told John Paul, as well as family and friends, that in late 2017, she began speaking to the Pennsylvania State Police in connection with an ongoing investigation they had into possible corruption in Aliquippa. Erin Moriarty: Do you think Frank was obsessed with Rachael? Every year, Catroppa throws himself a big birthday party at a bar in downtown Aliquippa. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. There are multiple theories about who did it and why, including one that someone in the local police department was responsible. Facebook Rachael's parents believe an obsessed Sheldon Jeter killed her. We took great pains to provide an alibi, answer questions, make him available -- so that he could be eliminated early. Don Couch contradicts that. During last months verdict, a courtroom spectator from Aliquippa recognized one of the jurors as a neighbor of DelTondo. Jolene then continued on alone, and her friend watched her turn onto North Washington Avenue towards her home. Dark blonde hair, Eyes: Blue/Wears glasses Michelle was last seen wearing: blue jeans, wine colored V-neck sweater, gold necklace with a "knot" pendant. They're brand new. At the time of her disappearance she was 47 years old, 55, and 190 lbs. Jen Glovan: Rachael basically told Frankie that myself and Matt, we -- were spreading rumors about her, saying that she's on drugs and saying that she's, you know, sleeping around with people around town. Last seen wearing: blue body shirt with design, blue jean vest, blue jeans and brown leather belt, knee socks, beige or tan leather boots with side zipper, glasses with initials "VLS" etched on one lens, beige or tan leather purse with long should strap. I miss my son so much.. The Beaver County Times reports that a judge last week sentenced Samuel to 30-year-to-life terms to be served consecutively, or an aggregate sentence of 60 years to life. Jen Glovan says she and Rachael were once "best friends.". tony bloom starlizard. Surveillance cameras captured Sheldon Jeter Jr. leaving home with Tyric Pugh, seen here at 11:10 p.m. Later, cameras captured Sheldon returning alone. Hit enter to search or ESC to close. Frank Catroppa: Absolutely not. Anyone with information on Rachael DelTondo's murder is asked to call the Beaver County Detective Bureau at724-773-8569. Did you follow Rachael? She said, 'They're following me, mom. I knew that. And she still came around. Lisa DelTondo says her daughter told her that she was cooperating in an ongoing investigation by state police, into alleged corruption in the Aliquippa Police Department, and that she had received death threats. and -- came together. / CBS NEWS. The Trooper stopped to check on the man and found that he was deceased. Individual predictions were made for the subjects ancestry, eye color, hair color, skin color, freckling, and face shape. Michael Santicola | Sheldon Jeter's attorney: I don't think that that's true. She was walking with a friend. We're just talking" and that was it. Descubr lo que tu empresa podra llegar a alcanzar. ", Frank Catroppa denies any involvement in Rachael DelTondo's death. It previously read full-time police force. Erin Moriarty: Wasn't she even hospitalized a little bit? On November 12, 1991, Denises body was found within a wooded portion of an undeveloped cul-de-sac off of Harvey Road, formally Birmingham Township (Chadds Ford Township), Delaware County. Jen Glovan: I was just like, "Oh, my God, like, who is this person?" Penn State student Cindy Song, who was 21, disappeared after a party in State College on Oct. 31, 2001. Denise Sharon Kulb was 27 years old when she was murdered. In May 2020, police say, Pugh was found. Erin Moriarty: But why? ALIQUIPPA, Pa. (KDKA) - State police say Sheldon Jeter Jr. is the prime suspect in a deadly Aliquippa shooting and he's been charged with criminal homicide. But John Paul says Rachael offered no proof. And after that night, Frankie and Rachael did not speak to us for an entire year. And with the help of CBS station KDKA consumer reporter Marty Griffin,Lisa fought for a refund of the dress deposit. Uh-huh [affirms]. Lauren Watkins [shakes her head no]: I did not. More:Sheldon Jeter defense: Juror in recent homicide trial was DelTondos neighbor, The defense didn't want a juror like this on this case, the commonwealth didn't want a juror like this on this casebut, unfortunately, it happened, Santicola said. Rachael DelTondo was shot multiple times at the foot of her parents' driveway in Aliquippa, Pennsylvania. . aliquippa, pa unsolved murdersannalise mahanes height. On July 16, 1993, the Arnold Police Department was dispatched to the residence located on 4th Avenue, City of Arnold, to assist with a deceased 76 year old female. Curiously, Lauren sent a text to Rachael even though Rachael was sitting in the same car. She was just trying to help a teenager in need, she told Frank. Contact reporter Chrissy Suttles at csuttles@timesonline.com or on Twitter @ChrissySuttles. Frank Catroppa: No. DelTondos murder garnered national attention, and its hard to believe the juror whose family lived next door had no prior knowledge of Jeter, Santicola said. He's accused of killing 30-year-old Tyric Pugh in Aliquippa. Rachael DelTondo was 33 years old when she was killed in 2018. Using DNA evidence from this investigation, Snapshot produced trait predictions for the associated person of interest (POI). They quickly became Aliquippa's "it" couple. Erin Moriarty: And, at first, were you happy with the relationship? Santicola believes this should have led the juror in question to disclose her physical ties to DelTondo. This is a very active "COLD CASE HOMICIDE". Lisa DelTondo [showing the shoes]: Never got to wear 'em. It was updated September 7.]. The day after the report's release, Rachael was suspended from her job. Pennsylvania State Police have charged a man with criminal homicide after a man was found shot multiple times in Aliquippa on Friday. John Paul: The information I have from law enforcement is that They do believe she knew her killer. LISA DELTONDO [voicemail]: Hi Mr. Paul, this is Lisa DelTondo . aliquippa, pa unsolved murders. No. "Do you think anyone in the police department was involved in any way in Rachael's death?" Lisa DelTondo bought her daughter a $10,000 wedding dress and a pair of $3,000 shoes. Joe DelTondo: If it was up to them, we knew nothing was gonna happen. All callers remain anonymous and could be eligible for a CASH REWARD. Lisa DelTondo: She'd come in every night, sit at my bed and give me a synopsis of the whole day. Law enforcement agencies use the companys Snapshot DNA Phenotyping Service (Snapshot) to narrow suspect lists and generate leads in criminal investigations. The victim had been sexually assaulted, dismembered, placed in three suitcases with pieces of a blanket, and thrown off of an Interstate 80 bridge. I'm not doing drugs." On August 26, 1986, Jolene was walking home from Mercy Hospital in Scranton, after visiting her mother. Erin Moriarty: Was she pushing you to get married? S. A person of interest in her murder was convicted in. I'm not a police officer. Chief Joe Perciavalle: Just put it on there just in case somebody came. The trip began on April 24, 1970, when Boy Scout Troop 275 traveled from Upper Darby to St. Through his attorney, Jeter denies the incident. It is believed that the victim was killed and dismembered within days of being discovered. He had two tattoos; one being a bird in flight with a heart in the background and the other being a bulldog wearing a World War I helmet and the letters "USMC" printed below it. Individuals with information are asked to contact the Pennsylvania State Police at 610-268-5158, or e-mail SP1968marinedeath@pa.gov. we both stood up and we were in each other's, you know, faces at that point. Lauren Watkins: We would just drive around, listen to music and talk. First published on December 9, 2021 / 1:18 PM. A person of interest in her murder was convicted in another homicide. Super Bowl weekend 2016, Frank was at the game with some buddies and they weren't alone. Jen Glovan: I asked her, y'know, "why didn't you wanna move out?" Erin Moriarty: Did, in fact, Rachael DelTondo's murder shine a light where people didn't want it to be? How could I do corruption? . DelTondo's mother says it's not true; she says her daughter never was in a romantic relationship with Sheldon. The fact that she didn't tell her mother that she was having a relationship with a 17-year-old boy doesn't surprise me. John Leonard was pronounced dead at the scene with cause of death being multiple gunshot wounds. Catroppa's attorney would not confirm whether Catroppa is the subject of a grand jury investigation, and it's unclear exactly what he would be investigated for. And, I said, "The second question is were you doing something with him, you know, sexually? Joe Perciavalle was Aliquippa's assistant chief of police when DelTondo was killed. The vehicle appeared to be dark, possibly reddish to maroon in color, with retractable (flip-up type) headlights. Rachael also told John Paul that she had received death threats -- including a text that said she wouldn't live to see the end of 2018 -- and she feared she was being followed by the Aliquippa Police. The hoped the new information will jogs someone's memory. The 25-year-old school teacher had been beaten, strangled and sexually assaulted. LOCATION: Along the banks of the Lehigh River in East Side Borough, Carbon County. Catroppa says the more he pulled away, the more jealous Rachael became. aliquippa, pa unsolved murders. Glovan now felt Catroppa needed to know, but Rachael insisted the encounter was innocent. In the early morning hours of April 26, 1970, unknown suspect(s) attacked the victim while he was sleeping. WHAT YOU CAN DO: If you have information on this missing person, any serious crime, or wanted person, call Pennsylvania Crime Stoppers Toll Free at 1-800-4PA-TIPS. And if you look at the way this girl was shot and if you look at the close range that she was shot, this was somebody who was comfortable with a gun somebody that did not waiver, did not have emotion involved in this. What do you mean? Steve Colafella: He was certainly a person of interest, I think, initially. She was last seen wearing a white blouse with purple trim, blue sweatpants, and sandals. Perciavalle says that's because he heard about the encounter months after it happened, and although police found no evidence that Rachael had engaged in improper behavior, the assistant chief wanted a record of the event.

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