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The Investigation Begins

Rusty Martin Sr.

Lead Investigator

Rusty is a battle-hardened veteran of the United States Navy, forged by a decade in the crucible of Joint Special Operations. Operating in the shadows, he executed high-risk missions where precision was paramount and failure was never an option. Midway through his service, Rusty earned a commission—trading the grit of Fort Bragg for the unforgiving command of the open seas.
As a Surface Warfare Officer aboard the USS Iwo Jima, Rusty quickly rose through the ranks, mastering every department with relentless drive and tactical brilliance. Back ashore, he became a trusted force in military justice, conducting investigations alongside the Naval JAG Corps with unwavering authority and a sharp eye for truth.
With a career built on discipline, discretion, and decisive action, Rusty is uniquely equipped to lead Carolina Case Files into its next chapter.
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Welcome to Carolina Case Files, where the shadows of the past refuse to stay buried. We delve deep into the most perplexing cold cases and cryptic mysteries that have haunted the Carolinas for decades.

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Each episode takes you on a journey through forgotten evidence, overlooked clues, and testimonies that time tried to silence.
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From unexplained disappearances in the Blue Ridge Mountains to mysterious deaths along the Carolina coast, we explore cases that challenge conventional explanations.
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Join us as we piece together fragments of truth, interview those who remember, and shine new light on cases that authorities couldn't solve.
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Some mysteries have answers waiting to be discovered. Others may forever remain in the shadows.
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What began as a single investigation into The Pender County Rake exploded across the internet overnight. Our YouTube channel went from zero to thousands of subscribers as the chilling footage and eyewitness accounts captivated viewers hungry for the truth.

Now, we're working tirelessly to bring you more unsolved mysteries from across the Carolinas. Each episode requires extensive research, careful filming in remote locations, and meticulous editing to preserve the integrity of these cases.

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