SOLVED: Missing 4-years Underwater (Stephanie Torres)

[@LexieLou435]

What’s heartbreaking is that when Bianca said the reason she didnt reach out initially was because she didn’t think people would care… that brought tears to my eyes. We do care, i promise the world cares. So happy the family has some closure. May she rest in peace!

[@idontreallyknowlol]

it’s wild to me that she was RIGHT off the ramp & it took y’all less than an hour to find her yet police couldn’t find her for 4 years. tells you they didn’t look at all.

[@angelapeters5056]

They just didnt have the experience or the tools most likely

[@2.shiesty._jay189]

Ong

[@2.shiesty._jay189]

They don’t care abt her

[@2.shiesty._jay189]

4 years to long

[@hannabobo4187]

Maybe they just didn’t think about water.

[@shannachampnoise9851]

What got me when he said why didnt you reach out to us and she said she didnt think anyone would care. That was like a punch in the gut. No one should be lost in a vehicle under water all by themselves forgotten about. Glad Stephanie was found.

[@ElizabethKatriona]

Genuinely what I was going to say ❤ heartbroken the family thought noone cared

[@TheForestCrone]

Thank you, Torres family, for sharing this experience. We do care. We really, really do.

[@Bruh01]

Mr.🎉 posted homework

[@Bryan_caster_Lyngwa]

❤❤❤❤

[@Fifthstmafia]

You people are literally heroes for giving closure to this family.

[@coy2249]

Fr

[@danalondre8586]

I also love how they don’t jump to calling it closure to the actual families in the moment. They call it answers, because they know that in the moment, in the hearts of the families, closure doesn’t exist and that they’ll never truly be able to close that chapter. They’re so tender with the families through these times and that is a sort of compassion that money could never buy. That comes from the bottom of these guys’ hearts.

[@SanchoGracie]

As someone terrified of deep water, you gentlemen have my full respect & awe. This type of work is truly not something that just anyone can do.

[@cece3547]

Im scared of deep water tooo have a phobiaxxx

[@baconblox7399]

@@cece3547 same 😅

[@969gamingyt3]

Same

[@gretababes2159]

Same

[@Ladia111]

Same

[@phoenix0401]

I loved the scene where Doug described how to get the car out without breaking the windshield. The level of expertise your team has developed on this is truly breathtaking.

[@jimcarter80]

I spent time with app while they were in Lakeland fl and that time gave me a deeper understanding of what they do, they know what they are doing and are good at it. They can't find everyone but they have a great average.

[@GoToPhx]

My thoughts exactly!

[@redangel169]

And as they travel around they share what they have learned and these agencies have more information navigating future recoveries.

[@julierussell8876]

Doug owned a towing company and did early recoveries for Jared before actually joining the team and learning to dive :-)

[@davidm3maniac201]

@@julierussell8876 Didn't know that. Thanks for info

[@colinsmith1288]

This programme makes me realise how many families are suffering with grief, especially of loved ones never found, hoping often in vain for some news,any news that if their loved ones have died,they can Bury them in a dignified and loving manner. These guys are helping some of the families with that,and that is something to treasure.

[@k.e.M_]

💯

[@skyefirenails]

According to her daughter Bianca's statements, it seems that she was in distress in the 24 hrs leading up to her disappearance, and she had fixated on water during that time. How the police thought she wasn't in the water is beyond me. I'm just glad that she's home now, and she's back with her family.

[@rosannedoyle1262]

she had a bad night and then it is all over. so sad

[@MelaBellaRose]

@@alliinwonder9675 I hope her family don’t read these kinds of insensitive comments. I suspect the blocking her in was to do with her vehicle & preventing her from drunk driving. We also know nothing about the kinds of help & interventions they had utilized or had the means & access to..

[@monicanv69]

@@MelaBellaRose AMEN!!!

[@louisecoffey9843]

@@alliinwonder9675 gives you the creeps?! You do know in psychiatric wards where people are on suicide watch, they are locked into the wards for their own safety. This is no different. You really should know what you’re talking about before you write such insensitive comments!

[@mimimitch327]

@@alliinwonder9675 it is not always as easy as “take her to a mental ward”. My brother in law was terrible and no one would take him and the police said they couldn’t take him unless he was willing. Well, he was totally unstable! He definitely wasn’t willing. It was horrible. My sisters only recourse was to “lock him in”. EMS wouldn’t take him either unless he was willing. Mental health issues are unbelievably difficult for the family to try to get help!

[@nancymills1884]

I appreciate that Jared asks detailed questions to find out the area someone may have gone. His expertise on human nature is one of the reasons they are so successful. As painful as the recovery is, the not knowing is worse. And I love how compassionate you are with families.

[@cljh5069]

The questions that could seem way too personal or offensive are asked with no judgement on the target or family. The answers are always right there just waiting for the right question to uncover them.

[@2skulls1swing7]

I just love them so much! They do the best heart felt search ever!they always put the family first!🥰!They don't show boat! They are always humble! Always!the whole team is Bionic!All of them!Godbless them!Like they said if they are in the water they Will find them!Thank You for all you do!🥰🤘😇

[@2skulls1swing7]

@GOLD, BULLETS & BEANS if it is so easy you go do it!🥰

[@2skulls1swing7]

They are a blessing and have done so much good! I am just saying

[@AnitaSouthall]

@@MikeZak101 Seriously? It comes about with logical thought and prior research before arriving at any location. Plus ongoing experience pointing out regular trends. That's a professional approach to any life situation if you want results you have to put in the work. It's a full AWP team effort.

[@shawnda6518]

A spokesperson for Waco PD said they had "no reason" to look in the river. With three cars in one location, it seems they don't care to solve anything and it's upsetting. So thankful for this dive team and their compassion and desire to bring answers to loved ones.

[@kevinbutton4580]

It's a funding issue

[@BotanyDegreePilkerton]

@@kevinbutton4580 no it isn't, it's a Greed issue, everyone pays taxes, even the unemployed, even our elders, our disabled, our veterans!! everyone is paying into the system but where does our money end up? in the pockets of the already disgustingly wealthy, instead of filling up our local coffers, US is THE RICHEST country in the whole wide world, you guys can afford to give every citizen an incredible life but the super rich control politics and they make laws up as they go along that mean our taxes never come back to our communities

[@geminixx523]

Yeah, Waco PD only cares about making drug charges.

[@prodigalbrock]

Also those other vehicles are more than likely insurance jobs OR kids that stole it joy rode in it then sent it in the water because of the no plates thing

[@squidbate3404]

you should do some research before opening your mouth about law enforcement

[@elianaolvera1823]

Her son is a friend of mine, the pain and damage that this has caused them is heartbreaking… I know they are very thankful to finally know where she was and she is home now. 4 long years they searched for her and they never gave up!!

[@brittanyjerome6268]

My thoughts and prayers go out to them. I can’t even imagine what they’re going through. I bawled my eyes watching this. My she Rest In Peace.🙏🏻

[@listychick]

awe prayers for her children, so many never get that chance to have a family member returned to them, I am thankful for these young men that return missing family members home, yes alot of people have a hard getting help to find missing loved ones, Thank god for this man. he brought resolution to this family. gave me back my faith in people this video

[@suzannehedderly1331]

Please convey my condolences to her family. It's heartbreaking but I'm glad she's home. She was a beautiful lady. 💐

[@kathleenardrey5094]

Thank you for being their friend. May you and the Torres folks find peace and some start to comfort. Blessings to all

[@jessiefrye3045]

Many prayers for her family and friends.

[@andreapeterson1910]

Watching these videos makes me realize how much better I need to be as a person. If we all helped each other like this the world would be so different.

[@a_squuared7530]

[@tlwest21]

Stephanie was from my city. I had no idea this happened until recently. I ran in that park. Right by that exact place. I'm also suffering greatly from depression and physical pain and so this is really resonating with me. No one should live in horrible pain like that pain where you come home and cry everyday. It just hit home for me in so many ways. I'm about to go release a really pretty flower into the water in hopes that her spirit is in resting once it left that place. 💜

[@cyrennacole7217]

It really would be a better world. it’s so refreshing to see people out here like this who care about everyone no matter color religion etc. everyone deserves to be found and brought home so they can rest

[@care9939]

You guys are inspiration to all of us keep up the great work and God bless

[@bobwaldman9996]

RIGHT RIGHT RIGHT YOU ARE GOD BLESS YOU A M E N

[@mikeymike758]

Adventures with Purpose and Chaos Divers deserve Federal and States funding for all the work they do in solving missing persons cases. Period! They are specialist, highly trained and solve cases that local Police can't. Their success rate speaks volume! Thank you.

[@Riverrockphotos]

If they got that then the bureaucracy would start.

[@ppulambe8311]

The "Red Tape" would hold them back!

[@hboogie8759]

Exactly, there are strings/chains attached to those funds. Never accept anything that another person/entity can "take" back whenever they so choose.

[@Heegaherger]

What they need is a wealthy patron(s) who can give them the funding they need. I mean we can help more modestly, but if they had a a mid 6 figure influx, they could do wonders.

[@lindanorris2455]

yes they do!

[@chelseayoung8147]

The fact these men are doing more than the whole justice system & policemen… speaks VOLUMES.

[@tenerifecats6652]

Many of these localities just don't have the resources to do the search the way they should be done. AWP has always been very careful about playing the 'blame' game on local authorities for not finding what they found so quickly. :p What these search divers are doing is absolutely amazing; and it would really be nice if our paid authorities had the resources to devote more time to these cases.

[@michaelfellner9822]

and the whole justice system has to care about more then just one case .. because thats what it simply is: just one case. it sucks to say but thats the truth, there are other families out there who are also missing loved ones, justice system cant be anywhere and also has to care about the daily business. these guys specialize on this and her family was the lucky ones to get help ( / faster then others ). could the justice system do more in some areas? yes. but comments like this dont help but spread toxicity towards people who for the most part try to do good. think about your words.

[@whateverbro9955]

Watch the video where they do a recovery with heavy d they explain why that is

[@سعيدالتطواني]

❤️❤️🙋‍♂️

[@whateverbro9955]

@@سعيدالتطواني heavy d sparks channel, they do a recovery with them and they explain the reasons why they are able to do more then the police department

[@colinboneham7387]

RIP Ms Torres, my thoughts to her family. Jared and the whole AWP are such an awesome asset to the USA & to family’s who loose someone to the waters of the world

[@daveco1270]

RIP Stephanie. These guys are so good at interacting with grieving family members. It's clear this is what they were meant to be doing with their lives.

[@Cautionary_Tale_Harris]

Josh and Carson's camera work and editing are really exceptional. The music, the drone footage, the framing, all these things make your videos as good as anything on TV.

[@woodgrainstudios7321]

Better

[@FreedomofSpeech865]

I really love the music,

[@A2Z1Two3]

The production quality often makes me think it is a drama or a movie, I agree fantastic work , however often the sound quality of family members and others is poor as perhaps they don’t want to be fitted with microphones .

[@Esellaaa]

Agreed

[@timeforchange3786]

I agree. They do a wonderful job

[@jeanie3051]

"This is not a good outcome but it's necessary outcome for the family that they have answers." I love how Doug articulated that. It's better that they know and have some answers rather than never knowing.

[@danielhuxley9317]

The last few finds you’ve had, and the way they have been edited have been incredibly respectful to the families! Well done AWP

[@chrissyfrancis8952]

Exactly & they go to GREAT lengths to HIDE any footage of remains, not just from the family at the scene, but the camera. Some YTbrs wouldn’t bc they’d go viral. That’s the sadness of our reality these days.

[@natalyasturn]

I think they’ve always been edited with the highest respect.

[@alijaking4352]

Qqqqqqqq

[@alana5059]

The fact that this whole team is so professional no matter the circumstance and putting the family above everything else is absolutely amazing. I Thank you and the Chaos Divers by giving people and families their justice and closure.

[@oiram9466]

Good job everyone. Doug you handled the family perfectly. Not shattering their optimism but not giving false hope either. Keep up the great work and bring home many people as you can. Keep the movement growing.

[@mrsacarter24]

Bianca, we all care. Everyone who supports AWP and the other guys, we support them because we care and we want them to help people like you. Bless you x

[@nextstopxeverywhere]

exactly why I started paying a monthly subscription for this channel - because of the work they do. Incredible we get to contribute and help in some way

[@redqdee531]

I'm so sorry for your family's loss but so thankful you no longer have to wonder where your mother is. It must have been a horrible 4 years for all of you. God bless your family and give you all rest and peace.

[@davidm3maniac201]

@@nextstopxeverywhere Thats very kind of you. I wish I could do that but circumstances at the moment won't let me. Its people like you that keeps them going. Well done Rachael

[@italiantraditionalcatholic2390]

Jesus cares especially..

[@JasmineHarper-zc9mq]

18:29

[@natejohnston480]

You guys should make a Netflix series, the amount of time and effort you put into bringing closure while also getting the viewers attention is incredible and I’m almost completely sure this would be super popular

[@mothersuperior6751]

Many people, including myself have wondered about that. At the moment AWAP own their own ethos and make the family their main focus. I wonder if being contracted to a network would create conflict with that Ethos. Or if being contracted would put pressure on the families. The money would help find others and the coverage would give more credibility to the endeavours. Just listing some pros and cons. It’s a good thing to query.

[@lieke9460]

Netflix is corrupting

[@Sureseanc]

Netflix is woke trash. They can find a better Avenue

[@MrTdogg175]

It’s more pure to have it on a KZbin channel, you’re you’re own content boss, you decide what you upload and when, they can put more of themselves into the work, no one censoring their actions or deciding what cases they can and can’t take, and honestly while they’re not uploading for the money itself, I’m sure they make more off KZbin than they would a Netflix series as they can decide how frequently they upload and each upload just keeps racking up views which in turn makes more money without having a cap set at “this is how much we’re gonna pay you” almost infinite in a sense which helps them fund their missions and gear and maintenance of said gear, and travel expenses as well. Netflix tends to suck when it comes to making their own series as well. This episode alone felt way more personal and better to watch than most series I’ve seen on Netflix.

[@TJ-vl1ff]

meh, for what? These guys essentially already have their own Netflix via their own channel. We shouldnt give too much credence anymore to old media.

[@leslies.massachusetts8966]

Bianca if you are reading this I hope you are healing and that you have been able to mend your heart ❤ Your mom may not be here physically but she’s here in spirit and I’m sure she loves you so much I lost my mom and it’s been a rough time but I keep in mind that she loves me and is always with me ❤

[@SilverToes756]

Nope no Bianca here just a low down person going to drag you down with me huh Leslie from Palmer

[@Sylvia-zv1eq]

​@@SilverToes756what are you saying??

[@SilverToes756]

@@Sylvia-zv1eq it was two months ago I forgot

[@lovebertierose]

The caring and comfort you showed the family, and the respect you showed to Stephanie touched my heart and all the while you had the utmost professionalism. Bianca, my heart goes out to you and your family. Sending you all much love and comforting hugs.

[@BettyWhiteJr]

I hope you guys are blessed beyond belief with health, happiness, and love. You deserve it for what you do for these families.

[@extremewriter2553]

The way they immediately make it clear that anything that the family doesn’t want to be shown won’t be is just amazing. They aren’t people that are like “oh the cameras are here whether you want them around or not.” They always show that they do this for no other reason other than to help people. They only document it to show people what it’s like to do things like this and the actual process. Which I didn’t even know was a thing, and I definitely had no idea about it. They drive across the country on their OWN time and money, without a single thought of whether or not that they’ll be rewarded with money, thanks, gratitude etc. They’re not in it for the likes, for the clout, for the publicity/popularity. This is their passion. And one that I’m sure they are aware is dangerous. I can’t believe how this started out as them just cleaning the environment and blossomed into this amazing thing of finding people’s lost loved ones and finally giving them closure and maybe even healing too. Amazing work AWP, I’m rooting for you just like everyone else here! Keep doing what you do best 😁

[@MB87659]

Well said and 100% true. They are amazing.❤

[@duckducknight]

AWP posting cleaning the waterways then search & rescue made it so much easier for the others doing this like WATERS Rescue.

[@franklue2010]

Waco just recently got a dive team.. I believe it’s bc of you guys. The fact that we never had one is insane especially bc of all the drownings around here! Love you guys thank you for solving the 2 cases here! I’m sure there are more. 🤟🏼

[@TracyD2]

Oh wow. That’s amazing. Hopefully there will never be a reason to use it

[@senyuri7496]

Most counties don't have dive teams due to budget and overall lack of resources. Some places it's hard for the departments to even have standard equipment because they are not properly funded. Sadly this is reality, but fortunately we have independent organizations like AWP that provide this service when law enforcement can't at the moment.

[@MrsDuck356]

​@senyuri7496 they steal our money but cant afford a diving team?

[@LetsgoBrandon2023]

​@@MrsDuck356the federal government "steals" money and then distributes to multiple agencies

[@infonut]

@@MrsDuck356... They'll get a dive team. Usually it's any relative of the sheriff with a boat, a stocked cooler and a cell phone to use when they get into trouble. Don't argue with me. I've seen it.

[@katherinebragg9704]

Jared, you were so sweet to her daughter! You're truly a sensitive soul. Perfect for what you do. Thank you for bringing her home. God bless you!

[@3piggypoms432]

I agree these guys have such big hearts and they want all the families to know they do this for them to help give their loved ones closure.

[@133dave133]

You guys explaining to the family every step, including the process for retrieving their mom's vehicle is true professionalism. The law enforcement allowing everyone to work together, is commendable as well. Good job.

[@virginiaramirez1096]

I loved that too but, when Waco pd got there. They were yelling for them and for us family members to leave. They were pissed that adventures found my cousin in 30 min what they couldnt do in 4years

[@Iwoasasaned]

@@virginiaramirez1096 my sincere condolences to you and your family. I wish, people (esp. in cases like this) could overcome their pride and if they didn’t do a good enough job once, just say sorry and do better next time instead of getting angry and causing more pain to the people involved.

[@lindashepard4621]

@@Iwoasasaned it’s anger based in embarrassment that they were unable to provide answers. But AWP provides such a specialized servicet honing their skills with frequent successful searches, no public agency is going to have that practice rate because AWP learns something with each dive.

[@carolschober8028]

@@virginiaramirez1096 that is sad. I am so sorry for your family😠

[@llchapman1234]

Watching how transparent and compassionate the AWP team is with the family, how helpful and professional they are with local law enforcement, I'm rather in awe. Keep up the good work gentlemen.

[@dorothystoufferburns7132]

I hope by now Bianca knows a lot of people do care. I’m glad AWP was able to find her mother, Stephanie and bring her back to her family. It must have been torture not knowing what happened to her for four years. Your team is doing amazing work. I hope you are able to do it for a long time and perhaps teach others to do the job as efficiently as you do. ❤

[@topshelf_erin]

The level of professionalism is incredible. This would be a great show on Discovery. This channel needs so much more attention.

[@catherinearrieta6100]

Encrible! 4 years under water with no one suspectingi it! Didn't airplanes catch a glimpse of it? What happened to the other two cars? The men said there were three!

[@xheralt]

This should not be on broadcast tv or cable. Those producers will not be as considerate of the family, they'll want to punch up the drama, they'll stick cameras in the faces of the grieving family as the news is broken, they'll make debates between divers about where to look into full-on arguments, etc. Keeping creative control with the creators themselves is key to keeping it good.

[@ELTACHY1]

1.9M subscribers is quite the audience

[@AndreDaBest99]

No one cares about TV anymore, im happy its on KZbin and not on Discovery. Then you know they're getting every penny for their work and have full creative control.

[@cathyt144]

I found them thru a video from Inside Edition that was posted on youtube . So they are getting a bit of exposure. I agree tho ,they really should be getting national attention for their work. The states should be paying them for doing their jobs for them.

[@felina10246]

Your ability to use the right words at such a horrific moment reflects on your empathy as a son. Your dedication memorial at the closing of your video was beautiful!!! Your team is truly hero's with fins as wings!

[@queenb4280]

I love the fins as wings....that couldn't be more accurate!

[@Rhaviz]

The lady is gonna be dead :(

[@Rhaviz]

[@2020-x4u]

That last sentence was beautifully said !

[@sweetdreamzdreamcatchers8286]

I'm in Sacramento, CA. A cold case involving a missing airplane carrying 4 passengers has been open since the 60's. About 2 years ago an airplane wreckage was actually discovered 120ft deep in Folsom Lake. Authorities seem disinterested and will not assist. The pilot's body was recovered just after the plane went missing but the other 3 passengers are still missing. Families are still here and need help, do you guys think you could work with an airplane wreckage situation? I'm not related to this case, I just know what it's like to not have closure when a family member goes missing. It would be nice if these families could have this blessing.

[@JaneWagman]

They get so many comments, yours is not likely to be read. Emailing them about a case is better.

[@sweetdreamzdreamcatchers8286]

@@JaneWagman Will do, thank you!

[@PerennialWheat]

I hope this is seen by them

[@jimbob7564]

I really hope your post/email gets seen and I hope they can help bring closure after all this time and hopefully bring the missing people to their families.

[@saramcdonalds427]

YES I THINK WE CAN SWING IT HOW MUCH IS THE REWARD FIRST OF ALL

[@Picknjewels]

This team is unbelievable. So compassionate and professional. May all these souls RIP and May their families find closure and peace.

[@MiaUy]

Missing underwater for four years? that is so painful! The team did a great job searching for her. She finally home! Comfort and peace to her family.

[@quantumtabbylargo7457]

Truly a shame she had to die. I’m lucky to have the only people in my family die my grandparents, and they died of natural causes. Kind of, the hospital workers let my grandma die on purpose cause they “needed the bed.”

[@y7usuf]

@@quantumtabbylargo7457 thats awful

[@fukyu2]

There was one guy who went missing underwear for 20 years (I think) until he was discovered by the help of Google maps, what’s freaky was that his skeleton was still on the seat.

[@quantumtabbylargo7457]

@@fukyu2 Is it wrong that i think thats kinda cool?

[@fukyu2]

@@quantumtabbylargo7457 Well not at all, I thought it was pretty fascinating as well, and while it was still freaky to think about, I actually wanted to see how it looked like.

[@redryderaus]

RIP Stephanie, no one should ever reach the depths of despair that you did. Thank you to Adventures with Purpose and Chaos Divers. Your work is priceless in bringing closure to families who need answers.

[@jackw5533]

You guys are great for doing this for families I just want to thank you.

[@melissarowell1503]

It's so sad that anyone can be in so much pain that this is the only relief they can find. Nobody deserves to suffer like that. My heart goes out to her family. I know its difficult to understand.

[@karencairney5004]

That is so sweet of you

[@jackofallcosplayjack6473]

It’s even more sad to see that they found not just one but three other vehicles I hope those vehicles get brought up and searched

[@ulfrick11]

Most likely insurance fraud but could possibly be something else

[@101Volts]

Insurance fraud is surprisingly common with letting cars go in rivers. These guys are headlining and showing the world about it, I once saw a video where they must have found at least 6 cars underwater, some in weird locations since I didn't think there were means for the cars to get there - but they didn't pull them all up, they just found where the cars were.

[@brandywilliams3934]

@@101Volts that was here in oak ridge tennessee… and there’s now another one as my neighbors daughter tried to commit suicide in the same area.. all the cars are still in the water besides the missing older lady’s they came here for.

[@BugandBub1595]

I is just so scary I can not belive stuff happens like that

[@carollindsey4864]

In the Behind the Scenes video, the PD said one of the other cars was stolen out of Austin

[@nursebeanpole]

My ❤ goes out to Bianca and Jonathan on the heartbreaking loss and witnessing the recovery of their beautiful, beloved mom, Stephanie. Grateful for your team who work so hard to bring resolution to these families.

[@leokimvideo]

Just so incredibly sad, the amount of vehicles in waterways with bodies inside in the USA is astonishing. And look this huge problem has spawned it's own KZbin channel. Surely the military can be used to find and recover these missing people.

[@em-fi2jg]

the military likely don’t have the necessary skills / expertise / experience to recover vehicles as effectively as trained & experienced divers like AWP and the ones that work for law enforcement

[@jessicaballesteros229]

that's what i find pathetic the fact that we have whole dept put in place for this yet they dont give a crap. smh

[@MrTdogg175]

Sure. But this is why we have detectives and special police units, some of which I’m sure have military backgrounds as well, but we have people for these types of jobs, the military have their own purpose for our country and while it would help having them to work cases such as this, we have plenty of men and women already actively doing this every single day. Now having some of the technology the military uses would be another story and incredibly helpful especially for cars lost in far deeper depths of water.

[@BranDone-qv6qv]

@@MrTdogg175 here you are wanting the police to do more why many are defunding them… 🙄

[@dawnegan3984]

@@marimunny9194 isn't tax payers money isn't tax payers money that's been going into space and causing wars for many many years

[@ReSearcherSusie]

As a retired SAR K9 handler my hat is off to you gentlemen. Thank you so very much for caring, and for doing the work you do. You guys are so important!! ❤️💙

[@Lisasanti1]

Thank you for the work you did as well!

[@emeraldgarrett]

This one was heartbreaking to watch. Especially because the family thought no one cared. To everyone who is reading this and has a missing loved one: We all do care! Please reach out to AWP, Chaos Divers, Exploring with Nug, or Depths of History! They are here for you! My heartfelt condolences to Stephanie's family and friends. May she rest in peace. 💛

[@JamieHager0727]

Leaving her cell phone and purse behind sounds like she wasn’t thinking clearly. You guys are so awesome for doing this! Thank you!

[@purpleclove1929]

It's heartbreaking to hear that a family doesn't reach out for help because they think no one will care! This channel cares, the members of AWP & and the other teams that join AWP for these searches and all the subscribers and donaters to this channel care - please reach out!!! PLEASE!!! All of us are involved in whatever way we can because we ALL care!! Finding your loved ones matter to you, to us, to AWP!!!!

[@TracyA123]

Amen

[@TexasHomesteaders]

My Uncle has been missing since 1981. Trust me. Few really care when it comes to dealing with the authorities. It took me 20 years to get him declared a missing person. 20 years. They finally took dna from my Aunt a year ago in case he's found to make a match. My Uncle is just another number in the database.

[@AnitaSouthall]

@@TexasHomesteaders VERY sorry for your ongoing situation, may you one day get answers to all your questions. Yes some of us do care in the world. 🇦🇺💜🇺🇸💚😪

[@purpleclove1929]

@@TexasHomesteaders First, I am incredibly sorry for everything you & your family has dealt with. I have always said "Missing" would be worse than "M*rdered!!" Obviously, both are horrible and nothing I would wish upon anyone - ever! But the latter, you know what happened, but 'missing' is just neverending psychological torture with no answers. (I hope I am making sense. I also think m*rder is torment.... I am not lessening the emotional impact of either....) Truth of the matter, I don't think the general public really pays enough attention to missing persons - especially adults. The Gabbie Petito case highlighted the fact that the public just doesn't demand enough attention to these cases. Obviously Gabbie got lots of attention, but other families who have missing people are wishing they could get even a small percentage of that attention for their loved one!!! When it comes to adults, law enforcement likes to fall back on the "adults can do as they wish....they are allowed to disappear!!" WTH?!?!?!? We do only slightly better with children. Even so, we end up with cases like the Orson (3 y.o) and Orrin (4 y.o) West - missing over a year and Summer Wells (5 y.o.) missing almost 8 months! None are getting the attention they deserve!!! I could rant forever on this subject, but I won't!! Just know that there are many here that care, I wish this fact could make things better or bring your Uncle home! I wish I knew what could be done to change the way these cases are handled. Actually, I wish this never happened to anyone! Hugs for you and your family!!! And thank you for sharing! Your perspective is enlightening!

[@vasimajeddy6572]

I’m left wondering why the police did not send divers in these rivers to look for the car considering how close she lived to waters. This family suffered so long and these men who brought closure are heroes to all of us. Thank you

[@sierrabrown88]

Because they are jokes. They really dont give af. Well most of them some are nice.

[@stormangelus6638]

Likely, because they either don't have the equipment or the expertise. Jared and the guys have said time and again that more often than not, the authorities just do not have the stuff they need to thoroughly dive an area and search it.

[@belad0nna]

@@stormangelus6638 it's not impossible to find those resources or reach out to groups/individuals who may be able to offer the kind of assistance they don't have the equipment or expertise to do themselves. These departments lack the initiative at some level.

[@michelle3583]

I've been wondering the same also with the pregnant woman and her 22 month old baby they found in river they had went off a overpass had been missing 23 years the mom told them the location where she thought she was and AWP went right to her so y didn't law enforcement Check there years ago makes no sense

[@xDarkTrinityx]

If you look, spotting things on sonar can be easy to miss, especially if you don't know what you're looking for. Most small towns likely dont have their own dedicated dive teams. Some forces dont give a F, but some also have to put time into more high profile cases as well because of higher up pressure... it is unfortunate.. but that's why AWP is so valuable.

[@kitarrah1422]

I'm in tears, and I didn't even know her, so I can only imagine how the family feels. I knew when the windows were blurred out that she was in the car and visible. 😭 My condolences to the family and friends, but I'm glad they finally found her and have some closure.

[@Sigma2HisAlpha]

Same… when I saw them blur the windows, u knew. I cannot imagine what made her do this or if it was an accident and she had second thoughts but it was too late? So incredibly sad man. And we definitely CARE. I hope her and her brother are ok having some kind of answers now. God bless them.

[@hannabobo4187]

@@Sigma2HisAlpha I kinda know how she felt, but I would never let it come to that.

[@skussy69]

They really need to release unblurred versions on Patreon or something. Really kills the reality of it when it gets blurred suddenly.

[@hannabobo4187]

@@skussy69 They blur it for privacy and respect.

[@kitarrah1422]

@@skussy69 No, they don't need to. Have some respect for the dead and their loved ones.

[@blondegiraffe2023]

I admire the way you deal with the family members so sensitively and respectfully. You guys do so much for people ❤️

[@dianemackey]

The fact that Jared calls the family with instant updates is so refreshing. This family has waited over 4 years for news of Stephanie, and Jared doesn't make them wait a minute longer than needed. That is a wonderful thing that he does. Bianca, we all care, we just feel helpless, but we are so grateful to the men and women of the AWP movement who use their technology, expertise, and willingness to bring answers to families like yours. I am in AWE if AWP!

[@lindap.p.1337]

It was a good outcome. This family has been worrying and stressing over this for four year. She was gone and the family needed to know where. This is as good as this situation could possibly get. Thank you guys MUCH!

[@kathyjackson7203]

You guys are awesome. You have now helped another family find their loved one.

[@Axelsmom]

I really love how soft spoken the team is with the family, each other and LE. Such respect. Thank you.

[@ruthe71]

The sensitivity shown videoing this recovery is to be applauded. You should be very proud of yourselves.

[@AnitaSouthall]

3 important things here. 1. Let us not forget the hard working members of the tow truck industry who are called on to assist with all these situations. They deserve all our thanks and mental health support too. 2. The care and compassionate response with which the filming and editing are shown and also blurred out where needed to provide dignity to a deceased family members body. 3. The additional benefits of every dive trip which locates and identifies additional vehicles which might be other cold cases. Plus the opportunity to give local authorities the chance to clean up the bodies of water from environmental hazards. All these aspects are what I believe make the AWP movement such a worthy cause to support, with views likes, comments and subscribers. Whilst we all might look forward to another video, someone who was missing is found and it's a bittersweet moment for all of us viewing the results. A sobering reminder to hug our loved ones, message our friends and family. I support #mentalhealthawareness #disabilityawareness #environment and #1800respect BEYOND AWESOME DESIGNS

[@Dachdogoriginal]

I was thinking the same thing about the tow truck team. I hope they can in the heaviness also remember they did a compassionate service. And that it helps them feel a sense of purpose.

[@lisa4freedom662]

Everyone involved needs credit. They all did a fantastic job! 👏 💝

[@orangecounty7144]

Giving everyone credit, is for the cameras. In reality AWP deserves all the credit in this episode. Cop's didn't go nowhere with the case in 4 years and the tow truck company all it did was take a call for tow service just like any other day and got paid without having to freeze their asses in cold water.

[@avrilbowler8755]

To see a forlorn, long-sunken car lifted out of the river, knowing someone died there, breaks my heart. Deepest sympathy to her family and friends.

[@christy032866]

Awwww, May God richly bless them and give them peace. Thank you, Adventures, for bringing another loved one home to rest. 😢❤

[@angelicam4781]

Your team is so gentle and kind. The technical aspect of your rescues is incredible, but the true value comes in how you interact with the families. Thank you for the work you do and the healing you're hopefully bringing to the families.

[@jameszompetti6107]

My favorite thing said in this whole video...."People Do Care" I absolutely love that. Thank you for that and maybe that in itself with give people the courage to ask for help. Well done!

[@420.breland]

I am tearing up so glad you found this poor soul nobody’s family should go threw this

[@destineeherrera]

Crazy how the found her so fast and she was missing for 4 years !! All the officers and firefighters just taking instructions from these guys is just gold. So glad they found her and gave her family closure ❤ praying for them 🙏🏼

[@megynwilliams2249]

I just came across your page today, and I've gotta say, you've restored my faith in humanity. Thank you for everything you do for these people who have lost their loved ones. The closure you gain access to for them is beyond words ❤️🙏💪

[@meditationforgrowth]

You are in for a ride

[@quantumtabbylargo7457]

How the cluck did you regain faith in humanity?

[@megynwilliams2249]

@@quantumtabbylargo7457 people being kind, offering services... You know, being humans...

[@quantumtabbylargo7457]

@@megynwilliams2249 those people give me a bit back, but man some people want the world to burn, and they’re more common than the good people in life.

[@megynwilliams2249]

@@quantumtabbylargo7457 you got too much hate in your heart bruh ❤️

[@keikun6969original]

Thank you for giving her the respect to blur out her body. Kudos for answering that family's questions.

[@AlanRoehrich9651]

You guys are just absolutely incredible. Words aren't enough to cover it.

[@Levi-kw8su]

🥺🥺😭😭

[@julisanning6677]

The compassion you guys display when talking to the family and law enforcement is really just inspirational. It doesn’t matter how or why someone ended up under water, they are a person with people who love them and they deserved to live - thanks for showing that humanity supersedes judgment. You guys are really doing some amazing work.

[@wesleyshoup3936]

Great work once again Jared, Doug , Carson, Josh , Jacob, Lindsay, and Eric. Keep up the great work you all are doing.

[@blindkimberly1360]

Hubby says the drone work is beautifully done. Everything is beautifully done and the compassion y’all show the family is always appreciated. I can’t tell y’all how much comfort Jared’s voice brings me. It’s eerie how much he sounds like my brother. I love Doug and Jacob’s voices as well because they’re unique too. I deeply appreciate everything y’all do.

[@joshuamullins5451]

I can't stress how much respect I have for you guys for the way you talk to the family, the way you break the news to them, the way you blur out all the bad footage, just all around great guys. If I ever found myself needing your all's services I would be relieved to know it's you guys on the job. Great job fellas, outstanding all around.

[@سعيدالتطواني]

🤲🤲🙋‍♂️

[@ToniGore-ir6wv]

hey im from the uk we dont have anybody like youi guys i know its different in usa with all the lakes ect i'm hoocked watching you i even fall asleep watching you on a night now i love what you are doing and helping families even the support you give them after is amazing,! keep it up you should get paid for what you do love you all from toni in the uk

[@anthonydecamp3126]

I love how the local search-and-rescue team listen to you guys on how to pull this car out of the water. Showed a lot of cooperation on both sides coming together. May God be with the family 🙏

[@feliciajohns4148]

AMEN

[@gregdcross]

Thank God you had a mid-life crisis and decided to use your scuba skills to clean up rivers, then recover vehicles and it shifted to finding missing people in lakes and rivers. You guys are a special breed. Few people in our world would volunteer to travel around the country, search for people who are missing and the law enforcement had pretty much let become a cold case. The level of respect, integrity and professionalism is very much a level we all should take to heart. Thank you.

[@ruthanneperry1623]

Don't forget to give credit to Jared's wife and family for letting him go on his crusades home support is critical

[@joyceesays9919]

Not just the locating and recovery, but coordinating with LE and all that is such a huge help to the distraught family. God bless you all

[@copeland0195]

I know you probably hear it over and over but what you guys do is incredible. THANK YOU!

[@figgynewton3138]

This absolutely breaks my heart😭. My brother has been missing for some time, so I know how hard this type of thing can be.... I keep praying that my brother will turn up and everything will be okay 😭.... His name is Bj can everyone please keep him and our family in your prayers?

[@darlenewillbrandt1628]

The not having answers is very hard. It is the old story if a rich person goes missing. The police and every resource is used. A signal poor Mom oh well who cares. Shame on us. All lives matter and all families need closures and answers. God bless this family and the recovery team.

[@darlenewillbrandt1628]

Sorry should have read :God bless this family. And the recovery team.

[@youhngwehbrumskine5889]

🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@darlenewillbrandt1628]

@@youhngwehbrumskine5889 I hope your brother is out there still alive and well and shows up to relieve your family of all the stress. If not and one day before you make to heaven. You can receive support from your family and friends and church family. May you find peace in whatever unfolds. My prayers are with you.

[@chantalbest5122]

Prayers from Australia

[@LezahTX]

Unfortunate circumstances for an introduction, but it was an honor to meet & work with you guys on this case; exceptionally friendly and professional crew. Like I said there, I immediately knew that it was y'all whenever I heard the radio traffic about a civilian dive search team finding a vehicle in the Brazos (a mark of the reputation that your channel has developed for doing this work). I know I speak for many when I say that what you do is beyond appreciated... providing peace for victims' families, and ultimately for the victims themselves. I pray the Lord continues to lead you to the next one, and then to the next one, for as long as you're able.

[@larrog8413]

Their next video will be in Lakeland Florida. I just saw the news report on the local broadcast

[@davidm3maniac201]

How did you meet the guys

[@LezahTX]

@@davidm3maniac201 Am local forensic

[@irshviralvideo]

How do you know a lord exists ?

[@irshviralvideo]

@Danny Dolan how do you know a God exists ??

[@SusieCruz144]

The though that their own mother decided to die in this way is just awful. She probably thought they would never have to see her again. But her family never stopped looking and found her. This episode made me cry 😢

[@StrongHerTogether]

Well she was intoxicated, it may not have been by choice, rather by accident. Alcohol is so dangerous and serves no purpose.

[@biancatorres3145]

We do have a GoFundMe Account up for her if you or anyone is willing to donate anything this will be going to her funeral expenses

[@marlenejojo1]

@@StrongHerTogether So true. Decades ago I was driving while intoxicated. Mind you this was long before DUI's were so heavily reinforced and yes as an adult I know better now, but anyway I dozed off behind the wheel and my car went off the road. I got lucky because it hit the curb which jarred me back awake, but had the car veered to the other side of the road I would have ended up in lake ontario.

[@HastingsCorner]

Their professionalism is second to NONE. I recently found this channel through Christina Randall with the Kiely case and I’m so impressed with this group. Tearful and grateful knowing there are people like them in the world. Wow.

[@pam9470]

Admire the love and respect the AWP & Chaos team members show the families during these tense and difficult circumstances, please take care of yourselves.

[@sarahm.7886]

I can't even imagine the physical toll doing this many dives one after another must have on the team - I hope when their tour is over they get the chance to rest up! Keep up the good work!

[@aznmochibunny]

I believe they said they'll be home for Valentine's Day but I can't confirm that.

[@herewithriss1787]

It broke my heart to hear her say no one cared. We all care and I’m so glad your mom is finally home. @adventureswithpurpose you guys are truly skilled at what you do and bring a sense of healing for these families! Keep up the absolute amazing job that you do

[@sisterpamop]

Yes, so many people care. Every day each of us has an opportunity to show our love to another. Love strong in the small things and the big things you do.

[@jono9549]

The emotional toll on both the family and your team are heart wrenching to see. While the results are sad, the closure it brings families is what makes your work valuable. Thank you

[@kirkschellhammer6593]

The compassion and respect that you show the family is amazing

[@crazyanimallover4562]

I cant imagine what it would be like to lose someone and never find them, but i can imagine how I would feel for you guys to find them.

[@crazyanimallover4562]

Thank all of you forever and thanks for the likes but you all should really be supporting these guys for me because I dont have any money to donate or join the cause that they have set up. Or not. Do whatever you want.

[@avaprice3081]

I so agree

[@trevormccormick3749]

Ua

[@kevinhoye9262]

@@crazyanimallover4562 what does that even mean? As Jared says hitting the like button is giving to them because every like gives them money from KZbin along with all the ads people see. These guys are paid well by youtube they made over 600,000.00 dollars past 12 months also they get money from Facebook. Give if you can but don't say negative things because these guys are busting their ass and away from family to do this

[@davidm3maniac201]

@@crazyanimallover4562 You don't need to donate. Just watch the ads if any. They get money from the ads on their videos. Not everyone can donate including me. Take care

[@D_M121]

the amount of peace you bring to a family when finding their loved ones is AMAZING!!

[@JohannaMorina23]

I am watching from sweden and I am speechless about your work you do for families. The time and effort you putting….I dont have words to describe it! You and your crew are so respecful and heart warming people. You talk with knowledge and you put other humans emotions and integrity first. I hope it gives the system in the US a wake up call and improves the way in their investigations. Keep on working! Big hugs from sweden.

[@bonnie3937]

I cannot imagine losing my mother like this. God bless the family.

[@adriansingh8729]

Me too I feel sad now 😢😭

[@wacholder5690]

Doug: from driver to diver. I think he really found his purpose in life. Thanks for sharing !

[@stoopingfalcon891]

The compassion you all showed in this story is impressive. Sometimes it is difficult to show that level of compassion when trying to create a story.

[@sararidgway3771]

I think it’s amazing their level of compassion is with the families is. I’d be crying my eyes out telling them.

[@LianneHutcheson]

I am blown away with the profound respect and care that the entire crew gives to the family. There is so much empathy and support that y’all offer and it is so wonderful. I just wanted to hug those kids so hard. Prayers up for the Torres family. ❤️

[@valleriecascadden136]

This story really hit me, I lost my love and father of my son four years ago he jumped off a bridge, it was the hardest thing I have ever been through in my life, they were able to recover his body, as it went to the rocks, he traumatized people who saw it 😭 sometimes the bodies are not found! Please people if you read this, DON’T DO IT!! 🙏💔

[@Eio7]

Sincere condolences to you and your son! ❤️🙏🏻

[@christinadodd5780]

I'm so sorry for your loss! 😪💜💜

[@scottstaley2349]

I'm so sorry for your loss dear...may god bless you and your son.

[@readg4fun]

I’m so sorry for your loss. Based on my experience. Their internal pain must be so great that they need to end it and may not be of clear mind to think of how their body will hit others when found.

[@valleriecascadden136]

@@baddie1shoe thank you so much for sharing your story, mental illness is real and more needs to be done help people because it can be hard for them to talk about it and a lot times people try to find other ways to cope, sadly with drugs, which can make mental illnesses worse because it’s not getting to the real problem, I wish this world would wake up!! sometimes all these people just need is someone to talk to.

[@larrybennett8702]

How is it a show like A&E has not discovered these guys and help provide the funding to expand their team members, and upgrade anything that they need to continue their success? This is a true reality show that brings closure to those that are suffering to know where their loved ones are vs. the BS so-called reality shows that are on there now. Great job guys!

[@amy109]

No, A&E and other networks would ruin it.

[@myownlilbubble]

Being part of a network, sure more financial resources. But they could lose their independence and the network's legal team would definitely dabble their hands due to liability..for the network's own end..not necessarily for the AWD's own.

[@zorazorazorzzora8333]

Please not A&E or any other network ownership

[@topherjoe1]

@@myownlilbubble Thank you for sharing that. I have heard this from many people who have entered the reality show arena, they lost control of content from the get go. Best to let the viewers support them so they can purchase what the need and do what they do best while still being able to support their families.

[@cmor269moore7]

A&E or any other network would ruin it. I can’t afford a lot but it signed up to automatically donate $10.00 every month to help the imagine if everyone would set it up to do that how much that would help them. Their equipment and everything is expensive. Every penny helps. Their work is hard to do but brings peace to families.

[@tiffinyharrington9307]

She was so very pretty - her poor kids, having to live with this tragedy for so long without knowing where she was…truly you men are doing God’s work.

[@brandy7480]

I absolutely love how Doug is teaching our dive teams how to "gently" remove underwater recoveries to save what's inside. Many times one would be sucked right out and the family never know if their family member was in the car or not! 💜💜💜

[@SFBL1]

True. I always worry about that happening, especially with other dive teams doing the hookups.

[@AnitaSouthall]

You saw how they blurred the car view as needed? My only hope is the cabin came out intact enough to ensure full retrieval of the lady. It's nevertheless a better day when they can confirm a result for the families involved.

[@Rocker-1234]

from what ive read in other comments dougs an ex wrecker/recovery op which would explains why hes so good with it

[@KatherineTheGr8t]

Thanks Doug for your many attributes : ) You are the only Hot body man on scene - your well trimmed beard at the neck & enough room around the lips for your HOT, HOT wife to kiss with all her might. I don't write dime store novels but I like that you have mentioned your wife (& she is a sweetheart, could be my own granddaughter if I ever looked that good in person.) Justin & Jacob have gone through so many dry, even wet suits, it must be the "clients" bringing in all terrific types of food to feed all you since they can't realistically pay you for all you do for them.

[@kellithompson8922]

Another one of the solved cases that is very dear to my heart. Not only because it is in Texas but I have family in Waco. Some are buried there, including my mom. AWP thank you for helping this family with answers they so desperately needed! RIP Stephanie Torres! 🙏 🙏

[@xSnowflake1988x]

You guys are doing amazing work bringing closure to families. I’m praying for your health and safety so you can continue to do this work. RIP Stephanie Torres 🕊🕊🕊

[@NeeCee1966]

These folks deserve a TV show! Seriously! It is a sad situation every time but you just can’t stop watching.

[@mommy_1980]

They have full control this way

[@teleriduh]

something i absolutely love about you guys is how you keep the family informed despite how crazy the recovery of a vehicle gets which i know they appreciate

[@MegaKat]

It helps families with closure and resolution to be included and be involved with the active dying of a family member, so I imagine being included and involved in the recovery of their remains also acts as a great comfort.

[@trippychick92]

You guys just keep amazing me and the rest of the world. How you can go into an investigation and just find them like that. They have been missing for months and years with no leads and you guys use your common sense and your skills in diving and sonar to bring them home! Good job guys I know you'll keep up the great work!

[@kevinshiley9061]

Having the tools, and knowing how to use the tools are 2 different things. These guys have it all together!! They are the best!!

[@davidm3maniac201]

@@kevinshiley9061 Spot on Kevin. I know some fisherman who still have trouble using this equipment to its full potential.

[@carolschober8028]

They do a lot of prep work & use a lot of apps

[@NickPenlee]

Well done to all of you; first-class job. Condolences to Stephanie's family.

[@dedepaul1]

This team is incredible! The expertise and care that you show to the family is amazing. It is so good to see the local department being respectful and listening to your suggestions. What happens with the other vehicles when you find more than one?