Brian Shaver and Stacie Turner are the siblings of Michael Shaver, whose mysterious disappearance has haunted his close ones until shocking new evidence was recently discovered. The evidence revealed a completely different story.
The latest episode of ABC’s 20/20, titled The Lies Beneath, delves into the case of Michael's disappearance, examining the new evidence that led to the conviction of his wife, Laurie, for his murder.
This ABC documentary features interviews with Michael's family and friends, including exclusive interviews with Brian Shaver and Stacie Turner. Brian Shaver works as a Deputy Warden in Georgia, while Stacie Turner lives a quiet life with her husband, surrounded by her daughters and grandchildren.
Brian Shaver and Stacie Turner sensed something was out of place when Michael occasionally sent them texts but never visited, even after being told that their mother was ill. This behavior was completely out of character for Michael, according to Brian Shaver and Stacie Turner.
They had little explanation for this situation other than Michael's wife telling them that he had abandoned his family and left. It wasn't until two years later that investigations into Michael's disappearance began, uncovering some disturbing truths about Michael and Laurie's relationship.
Brian Shaver, Michael's brother, lives in Shellman, Georgia, with his wife, Mary, and their son, Noah. He started his career as a warden at Calhoun State Prison. He was later recruited by the Georgia Department of Corrections as the Deputy Warden and remains in the same position today.
The loss of Michael has been a difficult experience for Brian Shaver, weighing heavily on him even today. He is committed to honoring his brother's memory and sharing his story with the world to keep Michael alive in spirit.
Stacie Turner lives a quiet family life with her husband, Dean Turner, in East Springfield, New York. She has three daughters and is also a grandmother.
In addition to her family commitments, Stacie is an active member of her community and participates in events like fundraisers for the New York State Coalition Against Domestic Violence. For a long time, life was tough for Stacie as she dealt with the loss of her brother. However, she found support from her close friends and family.
Michael and Laurie had known each other for a long time before they got married. When Michael suddenly stopped coming to work, his co-workers started to worry. Laurie told them that she did not know where he was and claimed he had abandoned his family, driving off in a black SUV.
Two years passed without anyone seeing Michael again. This eventually led to a police investigation that unveiled shocking new evidence in 2018. While surveying the backyard of Laurie's house, investigators noticed a depression the size of a human body on a cement slab near the fire pit.
After acquiring a search warrant, they excavated the site and discovered Michael Shaver’s skeletal remains buried there, wrapped in a sheet. Laurie became the prime suspect in her husband's murder and was soon convicted of second-degree murder. Following this, Brian and Stacie, along with the rest of their family, issued a statement in memory of Michael.
Catch 20/20's latest episode to know more details about Michael Shaver's murder and his wife's conviction.