Andrew D. Laird (9/11/1984) 

Founder & Director, Senior Investigator - The group's founder, Andrew is a graduate of Rhode Island College, holding a degree in Clinical Psychology as well as degrees in Parapsychology, Creative Writing, Photography and Music. His passion for paranormal research is only equaled by his concern for the group's safety and the absolute well being of our clientele. MORE INFO

 

  

 

 

 Maggie Florio (2/1/2003)

 

Group Secretary, Researcher/ Senior Investigator -  Maggie has been interested in the paranormal since the age of eight and has extensively studied the subject ever since.  Her curiosity has not waned and she has become more active in the field of paranormal research and investigation since joining the group.  Maggie's proven psychic abilities become more finely tuned with each investigation she participates in.  This plus her genuine compassion and friendship for all others have made her a priceless asset both as a friend and a member of our group.  MORE INFO

 

   Debra  Parrillo (10/13/2007)

Researcher/Investigator, RI - Deb has been professionally training for over six years through Omega Institute to fine tune her proven Medium and Psychic abilities. She is certified in Spirit communications as well as a Master Instructor in Energy work.  Add to this the challenges faced by a hard working mother and you will readily agree that this is no small achievement by any means. MORE INFO

 

  Melissa Olsen (10/13/2007)

Lead Researcher/Investigator, RI -  Says Melissa, "I have many interests, but two at the forefront are History and studying the paranormal. I have strong faith and an open mind. Anything else you want to know, feel free to ask

 

  Paul Burkhardt  (12/5/2007)

Researcher/Investigator-Safety Supervisor, RI -  Paul is a field foreman / field supervisor for a national environmental hazmat emergency response services company.  As an invited Observer, he witnessed a real paranormal group in action and knew that this field of research was for him.  We are honored and happy to have him aboard.

 

  Andy Frew  (2/23/2008)

Researcher/Investigator, Archivist, RI -  A retired teacher as of June 2008, Andy brings flexibility with his curiosity; he will be able to set out on any investigation at any time. Andy's quest for knowledge in the area of the paranormal grows out of an intellectual wish to learn more about the world we cannot see. He is eager to document any phenomenon and look for what we do not see, and what can or cannot be explained.

  Jenn Dunwoodie  (2/23/2008)

Researcher/Investigator, RI -  Says Jenn... "My interest in researching the paranormal stems from experiences I had growing up, as well as personal experiences I had when I was a tour guide for several years at the Lizzie Borden B&B in Fall River, MA.  I love traveling, reading (especially Steven King) and am hoping to teach myself to play bass guitar."

 

  Nancy Leathers  (12/1/2008)

Researcher/Investigator - Nancy is a thorough and relentless researcher who puts her years experience as a private investigator to good use tracking down the facts in cases.  We are lucky Nancy came to us

 

  Bill Ozga  (2/20/2009)

Researcher/Investigator - "I am the Director of a Respiratory Therapy and Neurodiagnostic Department for a hospital in Massachusetts. I am also an EMT-Cardiac and volunteer for a 911 ambulance service in Rhode Island. My wife Tammy and I have been investigating the paranormal independently since 2003. We have investigated haunted Inn's all over New England. I am excited to be part of T.R.I.P.R.G. family and look forward to expanding my knowledge in the paranormal field."

 

   Tammy Ozga (2/20/2009)

Researcher/Investigator - "My interest in the paranormal and questions of life after death started at a young age. Throughout my life I have had many personal experiences that left me with more questions than answers. I may never "figure it out" but my husband Bill and I have had a lot of fun trying. I consider myself to be extremely spiritual and I have a strong faith. I am proud to be a part of T.R.I.P.R.G. and I look forward to working with and learning from them."

 

  Sabrina Azevedo (2/20/2009) 

Researcher/Investigator - Sabrina is a  graphic designer formally with a printing company in Massachusetts and has also worked as a designer for TAPS Paramagazine. The paranormal is something that has sparked Sabrina's interest for many years and she is pleased to be working with T.R.I.P.R.G.   In her spare time, she enjoys designing jewelry, sewing costumes, reading, and learning anything she can about the spirit world.  Visit Sabrina's online store and check out her incredible and original designs. CLICK HERE  

 

    Judy Thomas  (5/21/2010)

Researcher/Investigator-In-Training -  Judy is a mom and a wife and by professional trade an insurance adjuster. Her past professional career has been in the field of factual investigation which she is now excited to apply to the field of Paranormal Research. Judy has had her own personal paranormal experiences and is eager to continue her journey into the world of the paranormal with the team. She is curious, compassionate, friendly and motivated in her quest into the unknown.

 


       Our  Junior Members

Last names have been omitted for safety reasons

 

    Tyler  2/1/2010


“We all muddle through life making the best choices we can based on incomplete information, therefore the popular concept of the so-called expert is a complete myth. The word expert implies that an individual knows all there is to know about a particular subject or field of study. Knowledge has no horizon; we achieve great heights only to arrive at the summit and gaze out at the even higher peaks awaiting us.”  

 - Andrew Laird, Founder T.R.I.P.R.G.