The White Shadow
So this week we are in New Orleans, the last time I was here was in June of 2001, I was down here looking for one of the perpetrators of a triple homicide (The Carnegie Deli case). It brought back a lot of fond memories for me because I worked with some of the best detectives in the world in New Orleans — who assisted my partner and I on that case. I actually still keep in contact with some of those guys. This time however, I am here for a different type of case, not far from the devastation of hurricane Katrina. I have seen a lot of devastation in my life and was at the WTC, as the buildings came down. But during my investigation, it took me into an area where Katrina hit the hardest. Even though it was many years later, I was still able to see the destruction that it caused, and it bothered me, but I was also happy and impressed by the progress in the rebuilding.
Anyway, onto this week’s upcoming episode. As I entered the home and met with the owner, I was intrigued by its design and the way it appeared to have new as well as very old parts of the house. Similar to last week’s episode, there is a child, a young boy, who lives in the home and has seen some things. I was concerned about him, but did not feel the same urgency as I did with Salem. He slept in a room that was even uncomfortable for me, and I don’t scare that easy. Even the owner’s dogs were also having some issues in the home as well as in the yard.
As I continued my investigation, I knew I would have to contact and interview prior residents of this home. This was not as easy of a task as I thought it should be. Also, conducting my due diligence for records on the home was an issue; many records were destroyed from Katrina. There were a lot of rumors as to what had taken place at this home over the years, which in detective work is referred to as “the nice to know category”.
I did catch a break when I was able to find a woman that lived there as a young child over 50 years ago, and she was able to make sense as to what the new owners were experiencing. There is a lot of history down in New Orleans, not all of it good, and this home had plenty of it. In the end, it seems that a lot of questions were answered. I’m still not sure if I would like sleeping up in that room the young boy sleeps in.
Until next week, stay safe.
Wow, can't wait to see it. Are there many ghosts/dead people roaming about the town, especially those who may have been victims of hurricane Katrina? How did you deal with that? I love you're show, it is absolutely fascinating to me and I look forward to it each week. Thanks!
Steve,
Thank you for posting an update for all of us to enjoy. Your work is very appreciated. Your feelings and findings about the home sets us up to enjoy another great show.
Glen Jones
Mojave, CA
I truly enjoy the show, one of my favorites on TV. Bravo Zulu to the staff of Dead Files.
I have a question. If somebody dies in your home and you made a promise to do something on their death bed and never did, would that make that spirit be stuck with unfinished bussiness?? Now this person was your mother and it was your youngest child that made this promise..
I just have a curious question. When I was with my ex wife I use to see shadow people. Do they attach to people or what? She also talked in Latin one night adn she told me I was evil in her sleep?
I dont know if you both really read viewers comments on your show, but it is worth a try. The show is great! I dont like most TV. Books are usually better. But I look forward every week to your Dead Files show! Mr. DiSchiavi you add such a balanced component to the stories. It really is fun to watch. Ms. Allan I am also so impressed with not only your abilities, but also your professionalism. It is very obvious how careful you are when providing your information to clients based on their level understanding and comfort. With so much incorrect information out there, it would be great to have more explaination about what paranormal topics are true, false, safe, unsafe, etc. Like the brief video you have online addressing that "Elvis" dude who thought he would "make a haunted B&B". Maybe reading suggestions? For the public like me with questions, but no knowlegde about where to ask? Thank you in advance for any suggestions. And if none, but you do read, this much happiness and success to you, Mr. DiSchiavi, and your staff. -Traci
I started watching your show about a month ago and it is fascinating. I find Amy Allan to be very gifted.
I would love to see you and Amy go to the Jon Benet Ramsey home and see what you get there. I just know that child's soul was damaged by the way she died. I would like to know if she is still in the home in spirit and maybe help Amy solve the mystery of her death.
i was watching this episode The White Widow…when Amy was at the stairs and she said someone on the bottom of the stairs was telling her to go back down, yet at the same time, someone was telling her to go upstairs, and the camera pointed to the bottom of the stairs. I thought I saw a shadow, I then pressed rewind just to make sure, and sure enough there was a shadow. If u look closely and play that part again you can see a shadow. i dont know if at that same time Amy was there, if there people in the house or downstairs.
Love the show! Just wondered if there will be any NEW shows forthcoming??
Amy you have one of the best shows on tv.. Where can I read about shadow people? I would like a better understanding of what would make a soul/spirit stay in this domention. Seems like there would be something to look forward to after death. Do we have a choice to remain here or not? Thanks Amy. Keep up the good work.