Santa Cruz, California, is renowned for its secure, laid-back beach atmosphere. Boasting white sandy beaches and a charming boardwalk, it remains a favoured destination for tourists. It was the peak of summer season in 2015. The city was abuzz with holiday makers, while residential neighbourhoods were filled with children off school for the holidays. On the 25th of July, everything changed, as the entire city’s focus shifted to the search for a missing girl.

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Audio Credit:
Epidemic Sound
Evening of Chaos - Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Empty Reflections - ErikMMusic - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bgq4SPKHlyI
A Mothers Sacrifice - OurMusicBox - https://ourmusicbox.com/
Dark Tranquility - Anno Domini Beats - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F6mBav72Ak