The Caretaker: The Unsolved Murder of Leon Laureles and a Conversation with his Advocate and Niece, Arlene Harbison.

In this episode, Jolynn Rice discusses the unsolved homicide of Leon Laureles in Brownwood, Texas. The host highlights the challenges faced in the investigation, including threats to previous private investigators and a lack of communication regarding the case's status and ownership. Concerns arise about confirmation bias, mishandling of evidence, and the possibility of Leon's murder being a hate crime in the anti-gay climate of Bronwood. Arlene Harbison, Leon's niece and advocate, shares her experiences and the importance of support for families seeking justice. The podcast emphasizes the power of digital advocacy and raising awareness through platforms like podcasts and social media. By shedding light on Leon's story, the host aims to highlight the lasting impact of unsolved cases on families and the need for continued efforts to seek justice. Sign and Share The Petition Here- https://www.change.org/p/justice-for-juan-leon-laureles-tx-rangers-must-investigate-27-year-old-unsolved-homicide Join the Facebook Group- Justice for Juan Leon Laureles. Written and researched by Jolynn Rice. Thank you to Arlene Harbison and Catrina Marshall who assisted with researching for this episode. A Cold Case Advocacy Production Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the host or the podcast as a whole. The purpose of this podcast is to provide a platform for diverse perspectives and to facilitate open and meaningful discussions. The host does not endorse or promote any specific views, ideologies, or beliefs expressed by the guests. Listeners are encouraged to critically evaluate the information presented and form their own opinions. The host and podcast assume no responsibility or liability for any interpretation or action taken based on the content of this podcast. Sources https://handsoffmypodcast.transistor.fm/people/arlene-harbison https://coldcaseadvocacy.com/8-devastating-consequences-of-unsolved-homicides-on-victims-families/ https://www.thefalllinepodcast.com/episodes/2021/1/19/national-series-the-murder-of-juan-leon-laureles https://seasonofjustice.org/navigating-ethics-panel/ https://projectcoldcase.org/2023/06/05/leon-laureles/ https://uncovered.com/cases/leon-laureles-brownwood-tx https://navigatingadvocacy.com/episodes/juanleonlaureles https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088055378357