Lost Women of Alaska: Bringing Quiet Cases into the Light

The new season on Investigation Discovery focuses on two tragic murders in Alaska, highlighting the broader issue of missing Indigenous women. The series examines the 2018 killing of Veronica Abouchuk and the 2019 death of Kathleen Jo Henry, both victims of a suspected serial killer named Brian Steven Smith. The show’s creator is an actress who feels a strong duty to give voice to those most at risk, hoping her work can help families find closure and possibly revive cold investigations.She points out that cases involving women of color often receive far less media coverage than those involving white women, and she hopes future projects will spotlight more stories from marginalized communities. The production team includes several experienced producers, and the network plans to stream episodes on HBO Max as well. The series is part of a larger franchise that aims to spark conversation about how society treats women and the gaps in justice for those who disappear.