She Was Groomed Through Gaming And Then Vanished

In this episode of Crime Bit with Danelle Hallan, we examine the case of 17-year-old Haley Busby, who was targeted online through gaming platforms, picked up from her home before dawn, and pulled into a case that quickly exposed how predators exploit apps parents barely know exist. What began as a missing teen case soon revealed grooming, deception, and a trail leading across state lines. As the investigation unfolded, Haley’s family turned their grief into a fight for change. Her case became bigger than one tragedy, forcing a harder look at online safety, alert gaps, and how easily danger can hide behind a screen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices