What Happened to Holly Bobo?

Nearly 15 years ago, a young nursing student named Holly Bobo disappeared from her home in rural Tennessee. A few years later, her remains are found — not far from where she went missing. This becomes one of the biggest cases in Tennessee history, culminating in a bizarre legal battle after a key witness admits to lying on the stand. Even after suspects go to prison for her death, the question remains for some: What happened to Holly Bobo?

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Devil in the Desert: Cat and Mouse

Today, we're bringing you something a little different. This is the first episode of our newest narrative series from 20/20 and ABC Audio, "Devil in the Desert." In October 2012, a man is found brutally tortured in the Mojave Desert — setting off a decade-long chase to bring the perpetrators to justice. Ready to hear more? Episode two is already out on all podcast platforms. To hear the next episode and catch the rest of the series, follow "Devil in the Desert" on ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠, ⁠Spotify⁠, ⁠A...

Jun 26, 2025•43 min•Ep. 1

The Appeal

Zach Adams is serving a life sentence for the kidnapping and murder of Holly Bobo. But with a new legal team behind him, could his fate change? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 10, 2025•47 min•Season 1Ep. 6

Fourteen Days

One of Tennessee's most high-profile murder cases goes to trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 03, 2025•48 min•Season 1Ep. 5

The Breaking Point

The kidnapping of Holly Bobo becomes a murder. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 27, 2025•44 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Lion in a Cage

As law enforcement continues its search for Holly Bobo's kidnapper, four names rise to the top of the list. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 20, 2025•31 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Under the Microscope

The search for Holly Bobo continues, and investigators start pruning their list of potential suspects. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 13, 2025•42 min•Season 1Ep. 2

A Scream on Swan Johnson Road

A young nursing student walks into the Tennessee woods — and vanishes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 06, 2025•39 min•Season 1Ep. 1

Introducing "What Happened to Holly Bobo?"

Nearly 15 years ago, a young nursing student named Holly Bobo disappears from her home in rural Tennessee. A few years later, her remains are found — not far from where she went missing. Even after suspects go to prison for her death, the question remains for some: What happened to Holly Bobo? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 29, 2025•2 min

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