YouTubers, Adventures with Purpose, help crack a missing persons case l Nightline

ABC News' Bob Woodruff follows cold case solving duo Adventures with Purpose as they dive deep to help families find their missing loved ones.
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[@Sarah-lb8cs]

These guys solved a cold case for a family in small town Michigan. Marine city. An elderly woman that every community out here was looking for. These men are truly a blessing!

[@cwalz0]

They did what so many others couldn't. They're amazing!

[@josephatkinson1132]

True

[@3rdandlong]

When I was cooped up during the pandemic, I ran across AWP by accident, and watched every video I could find. I mean what else could anyone do during that ugly time?

[@JoshCantu]

Thank you for sharing this story and telling it so accurately and with such compassion.

[@ReenyJW]

Thank you Josh for all that you guys do. Ms. Hooper’s recap was one that made me cry big time.

[@kevingray7917]

Josh thank YOU! Thanks for the hours and hours of editing to get us the right shot, the right sound, and to put it together to tell the story for families with the level of respect in which you do it. Not to mention the time away from your beautiful family.

[@phillysuebuxton1641]

Josh, thank you, the AWP guys and your families for the work you all do. This would not be possible without you.

[@mackenziewilliams4507]

She is so sweet, I can only imagine how many people out there are living with the same thoughts that someone left them and they’re just underwater waiting to be found 💔

[@guymerritt4860]

Yeah, what a sweet young lady. Breaks my heart to hear her story, but, I'm glad they found her Mom. She needed an answer and some closure.

[@jeanbowers3569]

To Jared, Doug and everyone connected to this network of dive and recovery teams. Thank you for finding your calling and filling a need. Your selfless acts are priceless. God Bless

[@IDTNewsNow]

Jared bullied me so bad when I was a kid that i almost killed myself over it. Jared changed my life. What a hero.

[@teresanorbraten8803]

Adventures with Purpose never offer “Closure”. They offer “answers”. They are wonderful.

[@tenillesuzanne8539]

Adventures with purpose are amazing, so are all of the other channels and divers that work with them.

[@shellihebert3823]

I've been watching these guys from the beginning when they were cleaning up rivers, lakes and ponds. It's fun to see what this has turned into. INCREDIBLE!!! They all deserve the recognition they're getting!! Love it!! They found my friends mom Nadine last year. They're just great people!!!!

[@janicecanfield9211]

I've seen every recovery and nearly every search. If you follow from the beginning and see how they've really grown into who they are now... just awesome. The recoveries are chilling. Mega hats off to news stations who cover these stories, mega thanks to the law enforcement for their cooperation. Law enforcement has been cut back so much, they don't begin to have time for these searches altho I know, a lot of the cutbacks are more recent. Still,,,,chilling.

[@jemeritte]

Same here.. Don't miss a single episode. I also watch the behind scenes of Josh. I follow Exporingbwith Nug, Chaos Divers Dephts of History, Adam Adventures.. Completely hooked to the AWP movement.. Watching from the Netherlands!!

[@janicecanfield9211]

@@jemeritte 😃 I watch alllll of them, too. While AWP started this revolution, I especially love Brit's enthusiasm. He's young and hopefully, many young kids watch and follow suit. Allllll divers are an inspiration. I hope things are well across the world. I'm in 🇺🇸

[@jemeritte]

@@janicecanfield9211 yes.. Everything okay over here. I love all the guys from the AWP MOVEMENT.. Britain had a hard time with the veteran, but luckely he still goes on.

[@c.t.3569]

Yes I agree They have grown so much , I have watched every one as well 🥰

[@janicecanfield9211]

@@jemeritte absolute ditto on watching all searches, all recoveries, all divers. I'm putting these men in the incredible category. 😃

[@dorothymets509]

Listening to Samantha and her grandma broke my heart. I am glad that they both have an answer.

[@Ashnod24]

This group is amazing. They fount a problem and instead of looking away as most of us do. They looked for ways to help all those families and get things done. Al so they not keeping the ways they do it to them selfs but share it whit anyone that want to join the mission. So that more and more familie can get the help looking for there missing family member. I love that they get more and more known ♥️

[@jemeritte]

So happy to see they finally get the recognition they deserve. They are heroes!!!!! I follow them from the Netherlands 🇳🇱!!! It's beyond amazing what they do.

[@ShyFly1000]

I’m so glad they know!!!! I’m so glad she knew when her baby was born that her mamma would never leave her. What a wonderful service to provide the world. Doing their thing to make the world a better place.

[@justmemadison]

I found their videos a couple of years ago and it's amazing what they've been able to do, what they're willing to do...they're self-less human beings truly serving a purpose.

[@bridgetsummerfield9283]

Also check out Chaos Divers, Exploring with Nug, Adam Brown Adventures, Depths of History... Amazing people doing amazing things.

[@mpshotattwice3253]

And Downunder Dan Diving , he's also part of the AWP movement .

[@bridgetsummerfield9283]

@@mpshotattwice3253 I'll have to go sub to him too! Thanks!

[@janetirvine8497]

I love this group of guys. They do all this on their time and on donations. God bless them in all that they do. It’s just so amazing how much they’ve done in 3 years and how many families have answers❤️

[@mackenziewilliams4507]

Absolutely love AWP & all the team members & volunteers! They are so selfless and learning as they go! It’s so amazing to watch unfold. I tell strangers about them on the street 😭😭 my coworkers at Amazon love hearing updates and new stories!!

[@lindseyfoster3537]

Adventures with Purpose is an incredible team who are doing good work! God bless them and their families back at home who sacrifice family time so they can do these search and recovery missions. I love how they are sharing their knowledge and working with other dive teams to expand the movement. I support them by liking, subscribing and became a member of their channel. Keep it up Jared, Doug, Carson and Josh! 💖

[@julierussell8876]

And you too Lindsay. You also play an important part of this whole thing. Appreciate you and all you do. Doug couldn’t ask for a better partner in this process and Journey.

[@lindseyfoster3537]

@@julierussell8876 I’m not the Lindsay who works with Chaos Divers…but she is awesome! Such a valuable member of Jacob’s team. I hope she sees your compliment. 💖

[@julierussell8876]

@@lindseyfoster3537 ah! Hehe

[@carriebaker5161]

@@lindseyfoster3537 before the end of the year, there will be at least 1 more female on a team. Ever since I saw Samantha's case, I had a dream of becoming the first Female Led Search Group. I've got 1 person looking into dive training as I've got a genetic condition that prohibits me from wearing a tank.

[@lindseyfoster3537]

@@carriebaker5161 it would be amazing to see a female led team. Anyone with the expertise, time, ability and passion for this should pursue it.

[@melissavickery2219]

Wow I watched the samantha hopper case a few months ago. I was about 35 wks pregnant with my 2nd boy. My oldest was 2.5 yrs old. I literally bawled my eyes out like crazy when I saw the documentary. I posted it on my Facebook and urged my friends to be careful. I also bought the window breaker for me and my children's father. I still cry when I see this documentary..my baby is now 6 wks old and my older one is almost 3. I am also addicted to watching these angels do some work finding lost loved ones. Choas Divers is another good channel.

[@tinabell947]

Adventure With Purpose....amazing group of people 💕 thank you to each of their families who hold down the home front, which allows these gentlemen to help complete strangers find answers. Bless them all

[@littlejogger95]

Samantha Hopper was also pregnant at the time she went missing. RIP Samantha and her babies 💔

[@carriebaker5161]

With another girl.

[@cynthiabeck1563]

Jared and Doug and the crew are sent to these families and they are a God send.

[@secret3957]

That is what I call angels without wings. Adventures with purpose team, you are amazing.

[@emmawebb6955]

Yes ❣️ Mr Jared founder of AWP TEAM MOVEMENT 👏 a group totally work in unity & has inspired other DIVE Teams nationwide in utilizing efforts in cleaning up the environment, lakes, rivers etc & by doing so, the findings of missing people-located in their vehicles-either by fowl play, suicide or dementia. Mr. Jared has also been a fantastic mentor to his team unit...all with caring hearts 💕 I'm so happy they are finally being recognized for their efforts 👍 🙏💯 Thank you for the manner in which you presented the story.✝️🙏👍

[@lynnbetts4332]

It's truly a movement. And not just in the US. There is a dive team in Australia following AWP's methods and procedures.

[@mpshotattwice3253]

@@lynnbetts4332 That's Downunder Dan Diving , he's apart of the AWP movement , and needs more subs so he can do more , found over 50 vehicles to pull out .

[@Galaxie08]

@Emma Webb: Agree with you, except that AWP do NOT take on cases where foul play may be involved. They decided that last summer for the safety of their own families.

[@westernwagal9493]

This team always tells people that if a loved one goes missing, especially with a car, check bodies of water first. We had a good family friend go missing Christmas Eve 2016 and his remains were just recovered in March of this year. He was found in a pond. He was not in a vehicle but was still found in a body of water. Don't give up searching. We need more people like them to bring loved ones home.

[@TheGoodLydia]

Big fan of this group and the collaborating groups.. Follow all of them, their views and likes on the KZbin videos help pay for their work. Do it.. it really helps. * Adventures With Purpose * Exploring with Nug * Depths of History * Adam Brown Adventures * Chaos Divers

[@mpshotattwice3253]

And Downunder Dan Diving , is also part of the AWP movement .

[@rezotydnic]

Sam Sam the Adventure Man

[@ncisfan78]

I follow these groups. I watched Nug first and then slowly found the others through recommendations. First one I watched was about a young boy in Tennessee. I think his name was Nathaniel. Cried my eyes out

[@zouminlandau6753]

Josh Cantu as well.

[@rosalinabulingot7979]

AWP are great. Volunteers that worked harder than others who are getting paid and yet these volunteers are being treated unfairly by some officers in charge, instead of being appreciated with the help they've done!

[@ginafields5021]

Thank God for good people. And my heart goes out to Samantha's mother and her daughter.

[@autobug2]

The work these guys do to bring closure to so many who are missing loved ones cannot be put into words. They are very dedicated, compassionate, knowledgeable, and respected everywhere they go.

[@susangowin8763]

I literally just watched the Samantha Hopper AWP video and I updated my subscriptions and this popped up.

[@berniceanaya6709]

The whole team Adventures With Purpose are a God send, their calling is helping bring peoples loved one home it gives them some answers that they have been looking for and even though it's a sad thing but it gives them relief knowing that they have been found. It's hard for the families not knowing where their at but they know can be put to rest.

[@nerdygirl857]

Been a HUGE fan of AWP for a while now!! Jared and his crew plus the added help of some of the best, good hearted professional others, together they go above and beyond helping bring our loved ones home, questions hopefully answered, and to be laid to rest. Just amazing group of guys. Very respectful.

[@davidbaldwin1591]

It's been pure pleasure watching them help people.

[@twstf8905]

One of, If not _the,_ most worthwhile activities imaginable. Especially to be recording and uploading to KZbin. 👍

[@deecal1021]

These guys are absolutely amazing. Their job is bittersweet, but they're bringing closure to these poor families. I will continue to follow and support them.

[@susantaylor2533]

I'm glad you guys are getting some good publicity for what you do!

[@pamelanovelli1239]

All searchers are my hero's no one should have a loved one go missing and not have answers! That is the gift your giving this world, the solve! I am so proud of you guys! Thank you is not enough!

[@ericsainte290]

I discovered AWP two years ago and have since followed them and the other groups collaborating with them. This is a task law enforcement has unfortunately not enough finances and skill learning time to be able to tackle efficiently all around the US, and let me say you're even better served than us here in Belgium... those people have, thanks to the donations and the monetisation of their videos on KZbin, both the financial resources and the know-how learned from experience to help solve such missing people cases. I so wish someone here in Europe would take example on them. They have my utmost respect for selflessly giving their time and resources to help grieving families in dire need of answers and bringing their missing loved ones back home.

[@jesterr7133]

This was incredibly well done. I have been watching AWP from the beginning and watched them evolve into what they are today, but this made me look at them in a completely different way. I remember Doug as a tow truck driver, and Jared as a hippie cleaning up trash. It is amazing to see how far they have come in such a short time. It is true that everyone has a reason for being on this planet, and I am happy that they have found their purpose.

[@simonworthington5162]

Jared and all his friends are doing a job that means business in helping families to closer and loved ones returned to them . I have been addicted to the serious side and the fun side as you have to unwind the bottled grief they get. World wide followers and viewing from Dublin Ireland . God Bless you all.

[@corki8792]

Helping others to know her mother would never leave her is priceless!❤️God always be with these men with wisdom, guidance, and protection. And thank you for them ❤️

[@lindasheldon6940]

Kudos to the AWP team for their efforts. Even if an area is ruled out, it is still an answer that their loved one[s] can be omitted for that area. My purpose was being an Rn. I'd been a caregiver to my younger siblings since age 8 and it continued throughout my life. Helping others was my greatest joy... and by overcoming adversity ... I did find my purpose. I am now retired and have fond memories of my hospice and geriatric patients. I love watching content of people or groups that help others. Ty for sharing this video.

[@jessiebond8688]

Thank you Good hearted guys for helping those who are looking for both justice & Closure.God Bless you Abundantly.Your passion & purposeful Mission Makes it possible for you to help out others.Law enforcement should incorporate your kind service s

[@kez-chick5647]

I've been following you for over 12 months , I really hope now LE see how important you guys are to solving cases, and that you can get funding, you do a wonderful job and bring closure to families, my heart goes out to you over Kiely and also to her family. 💓💗💓💗💓💓

[@Onelightoftheworld]

They’re doing a great work for people to have closure. Really heartbreaking but God bless them for what they do.

[@bettydamnboop3030]

Adventures with a purpose are amazing. They manage to find long lost loved ones and bring a tiny bit of peace to the family. Thank you

[@mpshotattwice3253]

It's Adventures With Purpose ,,,,,,, not adventures with a purpose

[@bettydamnboop3030]

@@mpshotattwice3253 thank you it’s nice to see people who care enough to correct everyone. Blessings to you my friend

[@mpshotattwice3253]

@@bettydamnboop3030 Thank you , it's nice to see people that don't get mad when I do . :-)

[@bettydamnboop3030]

@@mpshotattwice3253 I hope you have a blessed day my friend.

[@roxiegs348]

I've been following AWP for a year now and they are the real deal. All these men, sacrificing their time to help families, well, they are living out "love thy neighbor".

[@griminator-patty3901]

Excellent coverage!

[@Katwoman4318]

Thank you Jared, Doug, Josh, Carson & whole crew for all your efforts. ♥️

[@mschilepepper10]

These guys are Angels here on earth they give so much of their time and money to try and find answers to these poor grieving families and they Never ask for a penny ❤️👍🏻

[@rachelcurtis749]

Been watching Jared from the beginning of his channel and I'm so proud and happy everytime I see him on the news!! You guys are hero's!

[@vlw4165]

Proud supporter of AWP here! Awesome organization, doing vitally important work to help families. I'm excited to see ABC sharing this story.

[@mueltenius6952]

Wow, I have watched so many awps. I am grateful for the child who has an answer. May peace come, Bless all involved. Down to this post.

[@brendagoodwin7178]

God Bless these brave hero's for putting their life's on the line driving into unknown rivers, lakes and ponds filled with alligators and crocodiles and quick sand to find missing people and bring them back home to their families so that the families of these missing people and finally lay their loved ones to rest property! I have nothing put whole hearted respect for these men and what they do! You guy's are awesome. Stay safe out there!

[@missyknorr5051]

I have been watching AWP since they started and I absolutely love what the entire movement team does. GOD BLESS THEM ALL

[@allisonbarry720]

Best KZbin channel in my opinion

[@carleneeaves6517]

Jared and his team have done amazing things. From this movement Chaos Divers, Depths of History, Adam Brown Adventures and Exploring with Nug have all been trained by Jared. All these men and Lindsay(chaos divers) continue this purpose. My heart and prayers go out for them everyday.

[@mpshotattwice3253]

Downunder Dan Diving , is also part of this movement , but needs more subs . He has searched for missing people , and Knows where over 50 vehicles are under water .

[@bonniemacduff8769]

Jared has the gift of talking to people .Just look Jared created always thinking of others and how these dive teams are coming together God bless all of you .

[@taylormaegarner8758]

So proud of this amazing group of people! AWP has grown so much over the last couple years, and it has been amazing to watch! 21 lives recovered and able to be laid to rest. Amazing, selfless work! Keep it up guys!

[@noonehere1793]

I have been following Jared since he started his channel, and he is a genuinely good human. I would like to say WELL DONE on your coverage. It is all too rare these days for the news to actually tell the whole truth about any subject but i have to admit you give me a glimmer of hope that there are still a few honest people in the news REPORTING industry. Thank you!

[@lisamcnaughton7119]

Love adventures with purpose. Exactly what humans are supposed to be and how we need to act.

[@joycemeerdink6514]

Beautiful story

[@emmaedele1754]

So miss Sam Sam the adventure man

[@karendouglass9796]

So do I. It’s sad that Sam taught Jared so much, yet they act like he never existed. Sam was the reason I continued watching AWP in the first place, because Jared was so irritating. He’s gotten a lot better, and lost a lot of his arrogance. It’s nice to see the work that Sam and Jared started turn into a movement, that is helping so many families.

[@mpshotattwice3253]

@@karendouglass9796 Talk about clueless twisted comment , when there's a video , with Sam saying , thank you Jared , for showing me the ropes ( or teaching me ) on how to pull out cars . So what do you think Sam , taught Jared .?

[@cougarchickc033]

Awesome piece about #AWP! Thank you, ABC!

[@MortriciaVonFrankenstein13]

Jared, Doug and their team are such an asset. It's great what they've been able to achieve.

[@thebewitchinghour831]

The most disheartening thing about these stories is that most are found in just a few feet of water close to home and the families have been driving past them all of these years. It makes you wonder after the person is found, if the families are just shaking their heads and saying "They were right there the whole time and we just kept driving past them". I think it's wonderful that AWP is getting the national recognition from the news. At the same time, those of us who already knew about their channel are wondering what took the news media so long to acknowledge them.

[@kellyrowton9471]

That's sad story.its like I can feel her pain.i know what it's like to tragically lose a mom.. adventures with purpose is amazing group of people keep doing what you do guys good job . I take the part about the videos is where you show the underwater view of the cars and knowing the fact that you found a lost loved one is amazing and bringing them home

[@NickiSixx1]

AWP and the other volunteer divers are HEROES and worth all respect in the world for what they’re doing to help people find their loved ones!

[@thelmamccaa1337]

You guys are awesome God bless you and keep helping family find there love ones

[@Rachel-tw2wq]

They are definitely heroes for what they do. There are many of these youtube channels who use their equipment to seek out vehicles in the water for missing persons cases:) it is amazing what they are doing for these families! ❤❤❤

[@Peterrussell71]

I follow AWP and I’ve got to say this is the best article about AWP from the media yet!

[@rebelmarie7640]

Jared!!!! Great work!!

[@suzannedickson7522]

Adventures With Purpose, Jarad and all the guys are amazing. ❤

[@peggymowery8804]

This is amazing!

[@nadiazahroon6573]

Love these guys, they are so generous and are hero’s.

[@brin3783]

GOD BLESS YOU GUYS!!! THANKS FOR ALL YOU DO!!! ❤️💔❤️

[@earthmother1917]

That was a wonderful interview. I am so pleased for all of you.

[@casscassidy]

Thank you guys and your team your amazing love from Scotland

[@tonyaduvall49]

I absolutely love AWP I have been watching their channel for a long time now. I'm so happy they xan bring families closure it's truly amazing. Thank you for what you do.

[@juanitapope7090]

AWP, you are very amazing Thank God you guys have the heart you do.

[@laurag1076]

Amazing. Tear jerking the whole way through. Love u guys.

[@jesmopera2685]

Wonderful human being that Jared 💟

[@re90652]

I love these guys. Jered is so good at finding cold cases.

[@crystalratclffe3258]

There is a big online community that supports AWP, by going to KZbin and watching videos, they earn money from KZbin to do this volunteer work. It also gets messages out to the families that need their services.

[@maribelroman]

They are angels walking on earth! I’ve been following them and a few other groups that they sometimes work with. Families get answers in one way or another. They are able to tell them where their loved one is or isn’t. AWP is very thorough in the searches that they conduct.

[@user-rq6go7dj1r]

Dynamic duo Jared and Doug . Love seeing these two working together ❤ go A.W.P. !!

[@boblum3360]

Great coverage

[@Inquiring_Minds]

I love AWP so much and I watched them for a long time now. I had to take a break due to the emotional part of they do. It hurts every time I watch an episode and could not imagine what these selfless, loving, gentleman do on a daily basis. They are a gift to this world who never expect anything from the communities they help. This is a great thing that you are putting them out in the open so all of the country will pull in and help them and not make it hard on them to solve these old cases and the new ones.

[@susannaude8514]

This is truly heartbreaking. But at least you all know now that she did not simply leave you. May your beautiful memories console you.

[@debbiebertram]

Outstanding.

[@s.k.i.r]

I'm so happy Jared is getting his shine. I've been watching for a few years now 🙂🙏🏼

[@jeffjones4619]

They just found(may 1st 2022) a 16 year old missing for 4 years in Idaho. Unfortunately he was found in his car in the Snake river. But another family now has answers.

[@artisticdriver4218]

Amen, for the ones you find! God be with those still hoping for answers!

[@guymerritt4860]

These guys are freaking incredible - and they should be funded by the government. It's great that people donate, but, they should have more resources. Bless these guys. Again, Jared and his guys are absolutely amazing....humanity at it's best.

[@sharonmeans5860]

God Bless you young lady . You have your mom and sister in a proper grave . May God help you in your journey . Thanks to Adventure with purpose for finding them .

[@wandamaupin5606]

Adventures with purpose’ is wonderful!

[@MarciaLeeful]

Bless you all! Such great advice to all! Thank-you so much for all you do!

[@cr-iv1el]

Adventures with Purpose!!

[@needzadayoff]

Wow great video

[@donnasmallwood9793]

Thanks AWP for everything you all are doing. Love watching your videos

[@judieahmed98]

Praying for this family 🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏❤️