Kidnapped Colleen Stan

03/04/21 • 28 min

#TrueCrime #Podcast #TheGirlInTheBox
In this episode of The Secret Sits we explore the kidnapping of Colleen Stan. Colleen spent 7 years trapped as a sex slave to Cameron Hooker, all the while being kept as a prisoner in a small box under his and his wife’s bed.
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03/04/21 • 28 min

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The Secret Sits - Kidnapped Colleen Stan

Transcript Summary

In the gripping episode titled "Kidnapped Colleen Stan," listeners are immersed in the shocking true story of Colleen Stan, also known as the "girl in the Box." Colleen's nightmare began when she accepted a seemingly safe ride from Cameron Hooker while hitchhiking. Little did she know, this act of trust would lead to her abduction and years of incomprehensible abuse. Cameron designed a horrifying box beneath his bed where Colleen spent most of 1978, enduring regular rape and unimaginable torment. However, when Janice, Cameron's wife, started to see Colleen as a human being, she confided in her local pastor, leading to Colleen's eventual escape. With multiple twists and revelations, including Janice's complicity and Colleen's struggle to rebuild her life, this harrowing story sheds light on the resilience of the human spirit and the pursuit of justice. Through the engaging narrative, listeners will gain insights into the depths of the human capacity for both cruelty and survival.

Transcript

Hello, and welcome to The Secret Sits.

Today’s story is one that I have heard of my entire life, it’s one of those stories that when I was a kid was big news, but it was one of those news stories that your parents probably made you leave the room for. This case is all about secrets and today we are going to talk about those secrets.

Today we are going to talk about the kidnapping of Colleen Stan.

Now I know my true crime enthusiasts know exactly what we are talking about,

Kidnapped Colleen Stan Top Questions Answered

How was Colleen Stan kidnapped?

Colleen Stan was kidnapped while hitchhiking in 1977 by Cameron Hooker and his wife Janice.

What happened to Colleen Stan during her captivity?

Colleen Stan was confined in a box under the bed, subjected to torture, rape, and physical abuse by Cameron Hooker. She was also kept naked and blindfolded in the basement for several months.

Who was involved in Colleen Stan's kidnapping?

Cameron Hooker and his wife Janice were both involved in Colleen Stan's kidnapping.

How long was Colleen Stan held captive?

Colleen Stan was held captive for approximately seven years, from 1977 to 1984.

Was Colleen Stan allowed any freedoms during her captivity?

Colleen Stan was occasionally let out for housework and was permitted a phone call to her family on Christmas, but she remained under surveillance.

What happened when Colleen Stan's captivity was discovered?

Colleen Stan's captivity was discovered when Janice, Cameron's wife, disclosed everything to a pastor. Colleen then learned the truth and left Cameron.