The Power of Resilience: Danielle Bell And a Sister's Quest for Justice
In this episode of our true crime podcast, we hear the story of Danielle Bell, who went missing in 2001 at the age of 14. Her case received little attention, but despite being forgotten by many, Danielle's sister Bonnie never gave up on her. Bonnie continues to fight for justice for her sister and change in the system, over 20 years after Danielle's disappearance.
This episode is a re-release of our very first interview, and top-listened to episode of 2023.
I had the privilege of speaking with Bonnie Bell, Danielle Bell’s older sister. Danielle was only 14 years old when she went missing in 2001. Despite her young age, her case received little attention and her disappearance was barely investigated before being forgotten. Everyone gave up on her, except for her sister Bonnie.
In this episode, Bonnie shares the heartbreaking story of her sister's disappearance and her quest for justice. It's been over 20 years since Danielle went missing, but Bonnie remains determined to find answers and hold those responsible accountable.Despite facing numerous roadblocks and obstacles, she never gave up on her sister.
Bonnie also shares her theories on the case and the suspects involved, and how her own thoughts about what happened on the night of September 28, 2001 have evolved over the years.
Sources:
Human Remains Discovery Renews Interest In Danielle Bell Case : NorthEscambia.com
Danielle Bell Has Been Missing From North Escambia For 20 Years
https://mugshots.com/US-States/Florida/Miami-Dade-County-FL/Robert-L-Bassett-Jr.3782248.html
Septic Tank Searched In 9-Year Old Case Of Missing Teen Danielle Bell : NorthEscambia.com
FL - Danielle Bell, 14, Pensacola, 30 Sept 2001 | Websleuths
Sanchez v. Jones, Case No.: 3:14cv249/LAC/EMT | Casetext Search + Citator
Cantonment Man Facing Battery, Other Charges In Six Cases Involving His Wife, Two Other Women
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The Power of Resilience: Danielle Bell And a Sister's Quest for Justice
In this episode of our true crime podcast, we hear the story of Danielle Bell, who went missing in 2001 at the age of 14. Her case received little attention, but despite being forgotten by many, Danielle's sister Bonnie never gave up on her. Bonnie continues to fight for justice for her sister and change in the system, over 20 years after Danielle's disappearance.
It took 130 episodes, but we finally have our first interview. I had the privilege of speaking with Bonnie Bell, Danielle Bell’s older sister. Danielle was only 14 years old when she went missing in 2001. Despite her young age, her case received little attention and her disappearance was barely investigated before being forgotten. Everyone gave up on her, except for her sister Bonnie.
In this episode, Bonnie shares the heartbreaking story of her sister's disappearance and her quest for justice. It's been over 20 years since Danielle went missing, but Bonnie remains determined to find answers and hold those responsible accountable.Despite facing numerous roadblocks and obstacles, she never gave up on her sister.
Bonnie also shares her theories on the case and the suspects involved, and how her own thoughts about what happened on the night of September 28, 2001 have evolved over the years.
Sources:
Human Remains Discovery Renews Interest In Danielle Bell Case : NorthEscambia.com
Danielle Bell Has Been Missing From North Escambia For 20 Years
https://mugshots.com/US-States/Florida/Miami-Dade-County-FL/Robert-L-Bassett-Jr.3782248.html
Septic Tank Searched In 9-Year Old Case Of Missing Teen Danielle Bell : NorthEscambia.com
FL - Danielle Bell, 14, Pensacola, 30 Sept 2001 | Websleuths
Sanchez v. Jones, Case No.: 3:14cv249/LAC/EMT | Casetext Search + Citator
Cantonment Man Facing Battery, Other Charges In Six Cases Involving His Wife, Two Other Women