The Little Girl On The Island: The Unsolved Murder Of Dannariah Finley

Twenty-four years ago, four-year-old Dannarriah Finley disappeared from her home in Orange, Texas. Three days later, her body was found on a remote stretch of marshland near Pleasure Island in Port Arthur. Despite decades of investigation, the case remains unsolved. In this episode of Dark Outdoors, award-winning wildlife journalist and conservation communicator Chester Moore examines one of Southeast Texas' most heartbreaking cold cases through the lens of the outdoors. From the role remote landscapes sometimes play in criminal investigations to advances in DNA technology that continue to give investigators hope, this episode explores why this case still matters today. Moore also shares his personal connection to Pleasure Island, a place he's fished since childhood, and discusses how hunters, anglers, birders, and other outdoor enthusiasts can unknowingly become important witnesses simply by paying attention to their surroundings. If someone listening remembers something—no matter how insignificant it may seem—it could help bring answers to a family that has waited more than two decades for justice. If you have information about the murder of Dannarriah Finley, contact the Orange Police Department, the Texas Rangers, or Crime Stoppers at 800-252-TIPS (8477).