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Disappearances & cold cases
Alexis Murphy disappeared in Virginia in 2013 after being recorded at a gas station. Surveillance and physical evidence led to Randy Taylor’s conviction for her murder in 2014. Her remains were recovered years later, bringing an answer about her whereabouts to her family.
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Lovingston, Virginia. The map provides regional context; individually verified historical places are listed below.
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01Books
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02Movies
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03TV & documentaries
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IMDb · title/episode listing
Final Moments — Death of an Influencer
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The Progress-Index · 2013-08-13 · Page A5
Arrest during the search for Alexis Murphy
Authorities announced an abduction arrest as Alexis Murphy's family and investigators continued searching for her.
Early investigation report; later developments are not reflected in this 2013 article.
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Ty Notts
The Murder of Alexis Murphy | True Crime Documentary
Video from Ty Notts covering the Alexis Murphy case. Length: 25:18.
Linked by this creator in the episode notes for “Trina Murphy on the Alexis Murphy/Samantha Clarke Cases.” This creator channel covers multiple cases. The matching case episode is linked below. The platform may ask you to sign in.
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09Internet Archive
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Internet Archive · TV News Archive
News4 at 5 : WRC : August 9, 2013 5:00pm-6:00pm EDT
The archive indexes this broadcast under Alexis Murphy. It may contain several stories; use any available captions or previews to locate the relevant segment. Full playback may be restricted.
News4 at 11 : WRC : August 11, 2013 11:00pm-11:35pm EDT
The archive indexes this broadcast under Alexis Murphy. It may contain several stories; use any available captions or previews to locate the relevant segment. Full playback may be restricted.
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13Where are they now?
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14Positive Outcome
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Policy review · Virginia · 2015 report
Virginia’s review of missing-person investigations
The Virginia State Crime Commission’s study examined missing-person procedures, consulted families, and compared state laws and police policies. The report identifies Morgan Harrington and Alexis Murphy among the cases named in the study resolutions, and Hannah Graham among the additional cases examined. This entry documents a policy review and its recommendations, not proof that every proposal became law.
07Social Media
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Ty Notts
The Murder of Alexis Murphy | True Crime Documentary
Video from Ty Notts covering the Alexis Murphy case. Length: 25:18.
Watch on YouTubeTrue Crime News
What happened to Alexis Murphy? Virginia teen remains missing
Video from True Crime News covering the Alexis Murphy case. Length: 23:21.
Watch on YouTubeKimbyrleigha
Young Influencer Vanishes! - The Heartbreaking Case of Alexis Murphy | True Crime Stories
Video from Kimbyrleigha covering the Alexis Murphy case. Length: 1:33:07.
Watch on YouTubeBlack Girl Gone: A True Crime Podcast
She Left Home and Never Came Back: The Disappearance And Murder Of Alexis Murphy
Video from Black Girl Gone: A True Crime Podcast covering the Alexis Murphy case. Length: 30:08.
Watch on YouTubeWSLS 10
Alexis Murphy remains found after seven year search
Video from WSLS 10 covering the Alexis Murphy case. Length: 2:35.
Watch on YouTubeWSET ABC 13
10 years after Alexis Murphy murder, investigator provides new insight on the case
Video from WSET ABC 13 covering the Alexis Murphy case. Length: 9:39.
Watch on YouTubeABC 7 News - WJLA
Alexis Murphy case: Randy Taylor indicted on murder charges
Video from ABC 7 News - WJLA covering the Alexis Murphy case. Length: 2:21.
Watch on YouTubeABC 7 News - WJLA
Randy Taylor sentenced to 2 life terms in Alexis Murphy slaying
Video from ABC 7 News - WJLA covering the Alexis Murphy case. Length: 0:24.
Watch on YouTubeCriminally Obsessed
What Surveillance Video Revealed In The Mysterious Disappearance Of Alexis Murphy
Video from Criminally Obsessed covering the Alexis Murphy case. Length: 13:52.
Watch on YouTubeWSET ABC 13
'I was able to forgive Randy Taylor:' Where Alexis Murphy's aunt found closure and forgiveness
Video from WSET ABC 13 covering the Alexis Murphy case. Length: 4:13.
Watch on YouTubeReddit · r/UnresolvedMysteries
Discussion: Remains of Alexis Murphy found
Public community discussion connected to Alexis Murphy. Posts and comments are reader perspectives, not independently verified reporting.
Read the discussionFacebook · Creator channel
Mind Over Murder — Facebook page
Linked by this creator in the episode notes for “Trina Murphy on the Alexis Murphy/Samantha Clarke Cases.” This creator channel covers multiple cases. The matching case episode is linked below. The platform may ask you to sign in.
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