Nutty Putty Cave: The John Edward Jones Story That Haunts Cavers to This Day

In this episode of The Compendium, we explore the haunting tale of the Nutty Putty Cave tragedy, where John Edward Jones became fatally trapped in 2009. This gripping story delves into the perilous world of cave exploration, highlighting the dangers that lurk beneath the surface. From the initial missteps to the exhaustive rescue attempts, we examine how a simple adventure turned into a harrowing ordeal. Discover why Nutty Putty Cave was permanently sealed, serving as a somber reminder of the risks involved in spelunking.

We give you just the Compendium, but if you want more, here are our resources:

1. The Nutty Putty Cave Rescue & the Death of John Jones – by Brandon Kowallis
2. Nutty Putty Cave: Before and After the Tragic Death of John Jones – by Dave Roos & Austin Henderson
3. The Last Descent – by Isaac Halasima

4. Nutty Putty Cave – Wikipedia

Host & Show Info

• Hosts: Kyle Risi & Adam Cox
• About: Kyle and Adam are more than just your hosts, they’re your close friends sharing intriguing stories from tales from the darker corners of true crime, the annals of your forgotten history books, and the who's who of incredible people.
• Intro Music: Alice in dark Wonderland by Aleksey Chistilin

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