Laureen Rahn Disappearance Investigation
Law enforcement released an age-progressed image of Laureen Rahn, now 60, on May 28, 2026, as they actively pursue new leads in her 1980 disappearance from Manchester, New Hampshire. As of May 28, 2026, the New Hampshire Cold Case Unit is utilizing modern forensic technologies, including advanced DNA testing, and appealing for information from former neighbors, classmates, and peers. The investigation includes re-examining evidence related to three unexplained phone calls from California on Rahn's phone bill in October 1980, one to a teen sexual assistance hotline. Serial killer Terry Peder Rasmussen, who lived near Rahn and is a suspect in the 1980 disappearance of Denise Daneault, is also a person of interest in the case.
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May 2026 — 1 developments
Law enforcement has released an age-progressed image of Laureen Rahn, now 60, as they actively pursue new leads in her 1980 disappearance.
Law enforcement has released an age-progressed image of Laureen Rahn, now 60, as they actively pursue new leads in her 1980 disappearance. Authorities are seeking information from former neighbors, classmates, and peers who may have relevant knowledge from 1980 or possess information now. Modern forensic technologies, including advanced DNA testing, are being utilized in the renewed investigation.
January 2026 — 1 developments
Resources discussing the disappearance of Laureen Rahn have been published, indicating ongoing interest and investigation into the case.
Resources discussing the disappearance of Laureen Rahn have been published, indicating ongoing interest and investigation into the case.
December 2025 — 1 developments
A childhood friend of Laureen Rahn, Michelle, revealed new details about Laureen's strained relationship with her mother and her desire to return to Florida.
A childhood friend of Laureen Rahn, Michelle, revealed new details about Laureen's strained relationship with her mother and her desire to return to Florida. Additionally, an English man reportedly compiled a dossier on the case in 2021 and sent it to Manchester police.
April 2024 — 1 developments
The New Hampshire Cold Case Unit is actively investigating the 1980 disappearance of Laureen Rahn, a 14-year-old from Manchester.
The New Hampshire Cold Case Unit is actively investigating the 1980 disappearance of Laureen Rahn, a 14-year-old from Manchester. Investigators are employing modern forensic technology, including DNA testing, to re-examine the case and are appealing for information from former neighbors, classmates, and peers.
December 2021 — 1 developments
The Arroyo Grande Jane Doe, a case that was tentatively linked to Laureen Rahn's disappearance, is identified as 17-year-old Tammy Terrell from Roswell, NM.
The Arroyo Grande Jane Doe, a case that was tentatively linked to Laureen Rahn's disappearance, is identified as 17-year-old Tammy Terrell from Roswell, NM.
January 2010 — 1 developments
Serial killer Terry Peder Rasmussen, also known as 'Bob Evans,' dies in prison in California.
Serial killer Terry Peder Rasmussen, also known as 'Bob Evans,' dies in prison in California. He is considered a suspect in the disappearance of Denise Daneault and other cases, and lived near Laureen Rahn at the time of her disappearance.
January 1992 — 1 developments
Laureen Rahn's parents declare her legally dead, twelve years after her disappearance.
Laureen Rahn's parents declare her legally dead, twelve years after her disappearance.
January 1985 — 1 developments
The male friend who was with Laureen the night she vanished commits suicide.
The male friend who was with Laureen the night she vanished commits suicide. Police did not believe he was involved in her disappearance.
October 1980 — 1 developments
Judith Rahn discovers three unexplained phone calls from California on her phone bill.
Judith Rahn discovers three unexplained phone calls from California on her phone bill. One call was made to a teen sexual assistance hotline, and two others were from a Santa Monica hotel allegedly used by a child pornographer.
June 1980 — 1 developments
Six weeks after Laureen's disappearance, 25-year-old Denise Daneault, who lived two blocks from the Rahn residence, went missing from a bar in Manchester.
Six weeks after Laureen's disappearance, 25-year-old Denise Daneault, who lived two blocks from the Rahn residence, went missing from a bar in Manchester. Decades later, serial killer Terry Peder Rasmussen was named as a suspect in Daneault's disappearance, and he lived a mile and a half from where Laureen disappeared.
May 1980 — 1 developments
Approximately one month before Laureen's disappearance, 15-year-old Rachael Garden went missing from Newton, New Hampshire.
Approximately one month before Laureen's disappearance, 15-year-old Rachael Garden went missing from Newton, New Hampshire. While law enforcement insists the cases are unrelated, some theories suggest a possible link due to proximity and similar profiles.