Today’s guest is someone who has devoted his career to finding those who could no longer find their way home and bringing hope to families who refused to give up. Stuart Somershoe is a retired Arizona law enforcement detective whose work in missing persons investigations has made him one of the state's most respected voices on long-term missing and unidentified person cases.

Throughout his distinguished career, Stuart investigated some of Arizona’s most complex and emotionally challenging disappearances, combining relentless investigative work with compassion for the families left searching for answers. His expertise extends beyond traditional investigations, embracing advances in forensic science, DNA technology, and collaborative efforts that have transformed the way missing persons cases are solved.

Today, we’ll discuss the unique challenges of missing persons investigations, the cases that have stayed with him throughout his career, and how perseverance, evolving technology, and unwavering dedication continue to reunite families and provide long-awaited answers. We’ll also explore why these cases are so much more than files on a shelf—they represent real people, real families, and the enduring belief that every missing person deserves to be found.