Our Team
Phantom Detectives LLC offers a diverse group of investigators from different disciplines to suit your home or business’s needs.
Investigation Team
Joshua Chaires is the Director/Founder of Phantom Detectives LLC. He is a paranormal investigator, writer, researcher, musician, and publicist. Chaires got interested in the supernatural at an early age while watching Unsolved Mysteries with Robert Stack. His interest in the supernatural peaked in 2002 when he had the opportunity to investigate The General Wayne Inn in Marion Station, Pa. Chaires is a 2008 graduate of West Chester University and a future graduate student majoring in Business Administration. In 2014 Chaires co-founded the Summerwind Restoration Society along with Wisconsin paranormal investigator Craig Nehring. Their goal was to use the original blueprints of Summerwind Mansion to restore, rebuild, and relaunch Summerwind Mansion as a museum. With its haunted history Summerwind is known to be one of the most haunted locations in Wisconsin. In August of 2020 Chaires founded Phantom Detectives LLC to help people who were going through paranormal experiences. Using the Paranormal Research Society blue-print Chaires is hoping to build a team of renowned paranormal investigators and is dedicated to helping people that are going through these experiences. Chaires has investigated the Sanderson Museum, Selma Mansion, Mill of Anselma, White Chimneys, The General Wayne Inn, Fort Mifflin, Pennhurst, Smyrna Museum in De, Paoli Battlefield, Gettysburg, Chadds Ford Historical Society, and many other locations. On May 21, 2021 Joshua's future LLC company purchased the rights to the late Art Bell's former affiliate directors news program Dark Matter News. Mr. Chaires was also the former producer of Dr. J Radio Live and Amy on the Radio.
Joshua Chaires
Director/Founder
Angela Bixby is the Psychic Medium of Phantom Detectives. Living beyond the five senses is how Angela Bixby has always lived. She’ll tell you that she got the call to live a more spiritually-oriented life in 2010 when she found her way to psychic school in New York City. The truth is that as an empath and a natural claircognizant, she often sensed what wasn’t there. What wasn’t obvious in conversation, what wasn’t being said.
Angela walked a spiritual path her whole life as a highly sensitive person and has mastered many ways to support others as they walk this earth as spiritual and sensitive beings.
Having developed all of her psychic skills, having studied a few hundred hours with many energy healing practitioners, and after having helped over 20,000 clients, Angela best serves her clientele as a consciousness mentor and spiritual development coach.
Angela has received certifications as a Psychic-Medium, from Holistic Studies Institute and from the American Federation for Certified Psychics and Mediums; as an Usui Reiki Master; as an Access Bars Practitioner; as a Core Shamanic Studies practitioner; she holds a B.A. of Psychology from the University of MN and a Master’s Certificate in Holistic Psychology from the Holistic Psychology Institute.
Her practice style is accessible, down-to-earth, approachable, love-infused and experiential. She knows that we are all psychic and is committed to her mission here on earth to connect people to consciousness & their intuition all in an effort to help seed Higher Consciousness on the planet. Angela lives a peaceful and simple life in the US, after having raised two spirited, young men.
Angela has received certifications as a Psychic-Medium, from Holistic Studies Institute and from the American Federation for Certified Psychics and Mediums; as an Usui Reiki Master; as an Access Bars Practitioner; as a Core Shamanic Studies practitioner; she holds a B.A. of Psychology from the University of MN and a Master’s Certificate in Holistic Psychology from the Holistic Psychology Institute.
Her practice style is accessible, down-to-earth, approachable, love-infused and experiential. She knows that we are all psychic and is committed to her mission here on earth to connect people to consciousness & their intuition all in an effort to help seed Higher Consciousness on the planet. Angela lives a peaceful and simple life in the US, after having raised two spirited, young men.
Angela Bixby
Psychic Medium
Robert Gailey is the new Tech Manager/Researcher of Phantom Detectives. He is a dedicated paranormal investigator and technical specialist focused on using science past evidence to prove paranormal. With a strong data analysis, research, drive, and electronic equipment, he utilizes custom equipment to separate natural occurrences from genuine anomalies. His first experience came when he was around 12 years old at Fort Mifflin in Philadelphia PA. He returned many times since then and to other haunted locations , and every time he left with more questions to drive for another trip. Robert is driven by methodical and evidence based approach to every investigation. When Robert is not working as a Facility Risk Manager or investigating, he can be found to be a scary actor at Bates Motel in Glen Mills PA or as Krampus in many events in December.
Robert Gailey
Tech Manager/Researcher
Mark McKinney is an experienced investigator with nearly 2 decades of paranormal investigative experience working with several paranormal groups over that time.
Mark also ran his own group for a time on the Delmarva peninsula as well as running his metaphysical store with his wife.
Mark has taught classes about paranormal investigation, psychic protection, crystals and stone and more.
Mark’s experiences started at a young age when he started to “see and hear” things that others around him could not. Over time, he found like minded people who shared these experiences and gifts which lead him into paranormal investigating.
Mark’s ongoing mission is to help those, that do not understand what might be going on, find some explanation, peace and comfort.
Mark McKinney, Investigator
Researcher
Lori Pierce-Maristch was born and raised in Chester County, PA. She now calls Maryland’s Eastern Shore home. Her fascination with the paranormal began at a very young age, for as long as she can remember. Some of Lori’s favorite parts of the unexplained include the stories, the history, and the possibility that there may be more to our world than what we can see and understand.
Over the years, she has occasionally experienced what she describes as a strong sense of energy or a “gut feeling” around certain people and places. While she doesn’t claim to have all the answers, she’s interested in learning more about these experiences. In addition, she is interested in developing her sensitivity to spirits through investigations and observations.
Lori’s investigative experience is still relatively limited, as most of her interest in the paranormal has been an individual hobby. That changed recently when she had the incredible opportunity to travel to Ireland with former Ghost Hunters star Dustin Pari and a group of fellow paranormal enthusiasts. During that trip, Lori investigated several historic and reportedly active locations, including Charleville Castle – and, a true bucket-list experience, the legendary Leap Castle.
Lori is excited to continue learning, exploring, and experiencing paranormal activity alongside others who share the same curiosity and respect for the unknown. For her, paranormal investigation isn’t just about proving that something exists; it’s about asking questions, listening to the stories connected to these places, and remaining open to whatever we may encounter.
Lori Pierce-Maristch
Investigator/Empath
Research Team
Mark Anthony the Psychic Lawyer® and Psychic Explorer® is the author of best sellers Never Letting Go and Evidence of Eternity. Mark’s credentials are unparalleled in the paranormal world. He’s a fourth generation psychic medium, Oxford educated trial lawyer who has tried over 300 jury trials and is a member of the U.S. Supreme Court Bar. He furthered his gift of Mediumship at the Arthur Findlay College for the Advancement of Psychic Science in England. As The Psychic Explorer, Mark Anthony travels the world examining supernatural phenomena at spiritual and mystical destinations. Mark is an expert in Spirit Communication, Survival of Consciousness, Near-death Experiences and the paranormal. He has an extensive background in quantum physics, history, archaeology, philosophy and theology—and he’s got a great sense of humor. Mark is featured regularly on Television and major talk radio shows like COAST TO COAST AM. He appeared on the CBS hit show “The Doctors” and information he provided during a reading helped crack a cold case murder. Mark Anthony co-hosts the new hit show “The Psychic & The Doc” on Transformation Network. He is a columnist for Best Holistic Life Magazine. A dynamic public speaker headlines at conventions, expos and organizations such as IANDS, Edgar Cayce A.R.E., Vale Symposium & universities including Brown, Columbia, Harvard & Yale.
Mark Anthony
"The Psychic Lawyer" and "Psychic Explorer"
Holly Faust is the occult symbol/spiritual beliefs researcher for Phantom Detectives LLC. She is a paranormal investigator, writer, researcher, esoteric minister, reiki master/teacher, psychic/medium and child advocate. Holly got interested in the paranormal at a young age watching documentaries with her dad and when she started hearing and seeing things no one else could. Her interest came to fruition in 1994 after the death of her closest friend, many told her he wouldn’t go to heaven because of his suicide and she started on her quest for knowledge. At 20 years old she was in a severe car accident and was what first responders stated as “dead” and had a near death experience. Over the last decade she has put a primary focus on spirituality and occult research. Working on teaching investigators the importance of the clients spirituality in the investigative process along with the importance of historical research. She also strives to aid others in a better understanding of occult symbols. Holly has been investigating for over 30 years and has had the opportunity to investigate many locations throughout the United States. She has spent a large amount of time in Gettysburg, PA researching intelligent and residual hauntings. Other locations that she has investigated include Malvern Manor in Iowa, The West Virginia Penitentiary West Virginia, The Bellaire House Maryland , Mansfield Reformatory Ohio, Sorrel Weed House Savannah Georgia, St Alban’s Virginia, Keighley Mansion Uniontown PA, Wildwood Sanitorium New York, Hinsdale House New York, and many others. She has also has conducted hundreds of private investigations. She had the opportunity to study under many veterans in the field. She was a guest a few times on Paranormal Insider Radio discussing Gettysburg Hauntings and near death experiences. She also had the opportunity to visit and see how the paranormal is investigated by the Rhine Institute in Raleigh North Carolina. Holly’s focus over the last two years has been writing and aiding new and young paranormal investigators on their paths in the field. Faust also worked with Paranormal Research Society/PRS. Website: https://hollyfaust.com/
Holly Faust
Spiritual Beliefs/Occult Symbols Researcher
Rajdeep Saha is a seasoned Graphic and Motion Designer, bringing creativity and expertise to every project he undertakes. With a rich background as the official Graphic and Motion Designer at PDLLC since its inception, Rajdeep has honed his skills and refined his craft in the dynamic world of design. Driven by a passion for visual storytelling and innovation, Rajdeep transitioned into full-time freelance work, delivering impactful graphic and motion design solutions to clients worldwide. His dedication to excellence and client satisfaction has earned him a reputation for producing compelling visuals that resonate with audiences. Inspired by his journey and driven by his love for design, Rajdeep founded a marketing agency dedicated to serving clients with top-notch graphic and motion design services. With a commitment to understanding clients' unique needs and delivering tailored solutions, Rajdeep's agency stands as a beacon of creativity and professionalism in the industry. From conceptualization to execution, Rajdeep and his team are committed to bringing visions to life and helping clients achieve their goals through captivating design. With a keen eye for detail and a penchant for innovation, Rajdeep continues to push the boundaries of design, leaving a lasting impression on every project he touches.
Rajdeep Saha
Graphics Designer / Social Media Manager