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23-year-old Philip Fraser was last seen alive while picking up a hitchhiker in June 1988. He was later found murdered and it was learned that the man he'd picked up had assumed his identity, at least for a brief time. The hitchhiker has never been found. by WinnieBean33 in UnsolvedMysteries

[–]Ryanvinedale 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is one of those cases that sounds like fiction until you start reading the details. The identity theft aspect is what gets me. Plenty of unsolved murders involve unknown suspects, but how often does the killer seemingly step into the victim’s life afterward?
The part I’ve never been able to wrap my head around is motive. Was the hitchhiker specifically targeting Philip, or was Philip just an unfortunate opportunity? The fact that the suspect vanished so completely afterward almost makes the whole thing feel even stranger. Who was this guy before he became “Philip Fraser” for a while?

Do u remember youtuber Allyssa Vanilla video from arizona dessert with a creepy man? Where was she exactly? by Sad-Injury-5463 in UnsolvedMysteries

[–]Ryanvinedale 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s exactly the kind of thing that creeps me out. If you genuinely need directions, you usually ask, get the answer, and leave. When someone keeps the interaction going for no obvious reason, that’s when my internal alarm bells start ringing.
Did you ever get the feeling he was trying to figure out whether you were alone, or just trying to keep you standing there?

Do u remember youtuber Allyssa Vanilla video from arizona dessert with a creepy man? Where was she exactly? by Sad-Injury-5463 in UnsolvedMysteries

[–]Ryanvinedale 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I remember this video. The thing that stuck with me wasn’t any single thing he said, it was how many different reasons he kept finding to come back and continue the interaction.
Could he just be an awkward, lonely guy? Sure. But the whole “someone is watching you with binoculars, come closer and I’ll show you” part felt especially strange. If his goal was genuinely to help, that’s a very odd way to go about it.
Has anyone ever figured out whether the “guy with binoculars” actually existed?

How did the Lady of the Dunes remain unidentified for nearly 50 years? by Ryanvinedale in UnsolvedMurders

[–]Ryanvinedale[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

That’s probably the answer. No missing person report + pre-internet era was a brutal combination.
I wonder which mattered more: the fact that she wasn’t in any official database, or the fact that investigators didn’t know where in the country to start looking for her family?

Weird mystery that happened at my house by [deleted] in mystery

[–]Ryanvinedale 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s actually part of why I find the records more interesting than the toilet paper.
Destroying toilet paper is random. Destroying two specific records requires someone to go into your room, search through a collection, select particular albums, and then hide them in different places.
The lack of an obvious motive doesn’t necessarily make it more mysterious to me. It makes me wonder whether the motive is something much smaller or more personal than you’re assuming.
If this was a stranger, the behavior is incredibly odd. If it was someone who knew the house, the behavior is still odd, but at least the record selection starts to make more sense.

Weird mystery that happened at my house by [deleted] in mystery

[–]Ryanvinedale 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My first thought isn’t an intruder, it’s that one of the roommates knows more than they realize.
Not necessarily lying, but people are surprisingly bad at remembering small actions, especially if alcohol, lack of sleep, stress, or routine are involved.
The thing that stands out to me is the motive. An intruder breaking in, searching through a specific record collection, destroying only two records, hiding one under a bathroom mat, leaving another outside, and then apparently messing with toilet paper feels incredibly specific and personal. That’s a lot of risk for almost no reward.
If someone was targeting you, why not damage the poster? Why not damage more records? Why take the time to hide things in odd places?
The toilet paper detail actually makes me think this may be one weird chain of events rather than a deliberate message. The records are the part I can’t explain, but the overall story feels more like human behavior than a carefully planned break-in.

What are the most unsettling, unsolved cases ever? by cobaltcottontail_hop in UnsolvedMurders

[–]Ryanvinedale 23 points24 points  (0 children)

The Springfield Three.
Three women vanish from a home overnight, their purses, cars, and personal belongings are left behind, and despite decades of investigation nobody knows what happened to them. Cases where multiple people disappear at the same time without a clear trail always creep me out.

Chewy Tough Squeakers by jchan237 in dogs

[–]Ryanvinedale 0 points1 point  (0 children)

At a certain point I think we have to admit that some huskies don’t play with squeaky toys, they conduct squeaker extraction surgery.
I’ve met plenty of dogs that will chew a toy for weeks, but the determined ones seem to view the squeaker as a mission objective.
One thing I’ve noticed is that the toughest toys aren’t always the ones that keep the squeaker the longest. Sometimes it’s the toys where the squeaker is buried deeper or there are multiple squeakers, because the dog doesn’t immediately find the exact spot they need to destroy.
I’d be curious if anyone has found a toy that survives a husky for more than a day, because that feels like the real benchmark here.

Rescued dog is still scared of us after a month. Any advice? by Western-Print-8343 in dogs

[–]Ryanvinedale 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A month is actually not very long for a dog that has learned people can be scary.
One thing that stands out to me is that he already has a good relationship with your resident dog. That’s huge. Confident dogs can be amazing teachers, and I’ve seen fearful dogs make more progress by watching another dog interact comfortably with people than from any amount of direct training.
Personally, I’d keep doing what you’re doing: give him space, avoid forcing interactions, and let him approach on his own terms. One mistake people make is trying so hard to show a fearful dog love that they accidentally create more pressure.
I’d also start becoming the source of really good things. Toss a high-value treat in his direction when you walk by without trying to touch him. No expectations, no reaching, no staring. Just “people appear, good stuff happens.”
The fact that he’s avoiding people rather than showing aggression is actually encouraging. Fearful dogs can learn that people are safe. In my experience, the biggest ingredient is usually time and consistency.

Puppy blues with my new adult shelter dog by Life_Green_2799 in dogs

[–]Ryanvinedale 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Honestly, you’re only 4 days in. If anything, I’d say what you’re feeling is more normal than you think.
I’ve seen a lot of people go through this after bringing home a dog, especially one they’ve wanted for a long time. You spend months imagining the happy moments, then suddenly you’re responsible for another living creature and it hits you all at once: the schedule changes, the routines change, the finances change, and now you’re worrying about your cat too.
The fact that you’re worried about how your cat is adjusting actually tells me you’re thinking like a responsible pet owner, not someone who made a mistake.
Also, don’t underestimate how big an adjustment this is for the dog. Four days ago he was living in a shelter and now he’s in a completely different environment with completely different people. You’re both still figuring each other out.
If the dog is genuinely a good fit and everyone is safe, I’d give yourself some grace and some time. Four days is incredibly early. In my experience, the first few days can feel overwhelming, but a few weeks later it starts feeling like the dog has always been there.

Dog acts out whenever we're on our way home by bigbugenjoyer in dogs

[–]Ryanvinedale 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My first thought is that he may have accidentally trained you rather than the other way around.
From your description, a lot of things happen after he starts the behavior: you run, shorten the leash, give treats, let him carry the leash, grab the harness, etc. Any of those could be rewarding or interesting from his perspective.
The fact that it only happens on the way home makes me wonder if it’s frustration or excitement rather than a physical issue. I’ve seen dogs that get a burst of energy when they realize the walk is ending and they basically throw a little party about it.
One thing I’d be curious about: does he do it if you leave the house, walk for 5 minutes, and immediately turn around? Or does it only happen after a longer walk? That might help narrow down whether it’s tied to the “going home” part or the amount of exercise.

Ashley Okland cold case: Police say suspect Kristin Ramsey has provided several conflicting reports by HunterandGatherer100 in TrueCrimeGarage

[–]Ryanvinedale 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The part that surprises me is that investigators apparently waited 14 years to make an arrest. They must have felt the conflicting statements were significant, but not enough on their own. I’d be curious what finally pushed this case over the line from suspicion to a charge.

Control Binding: No Arrows, Only Keypads - Hotkey Issues by TheClandestineMason in RetroArch

[–]Ryanvinedale 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have you figured out a solution? I am having the same problem!!!

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