The Boat Ramp

Delia D'Ambra· Host0:00

Hi, park enthusiasts. It's Delia. If you listen to Park Predators, you already know that sometimes the most beautiful places can hide the darkest secrets. But what happens when the danger isn't miles from civilization, it's in your community, and sometimes even in your own backyard? On Crime Junkie, hosts Ashley and Brit dive into real cases every week, from missing persons to unsolved murders, breaking down what we know, what we don't, and the details that still don't sit right. If you care about the stories behind the headlines and the victims at the center of them, you'll wanna check out Crime Junkie. Listen now wherever you get your podcasts. Hi, park enthusiasts. I'm your host, Delia D'Ambra, and the story I'm gonna tell you today takes place on a sliver of land off the west coast of Florida called Anna Maria Island. This geographic area isn't a national park or state park per se, but it is a premier destination for tourists, boaters, vacationers, and beachcombers. The website for Anna Maria Island's Chamber of Commerce describes it as a piece of paradise, and was once one of the Sunshine State's best-kept secrets. It's covered in white sand beaches, tropical plants, beautiful natural wildlife, as well as restaurants, rental houses, and condos. But the reason I picked this case for this show is because, in my opinion, it's less about the recreation space and more about the recreationalists