"I'm telling you, every day it's tough, if it doesn't get tougher," said Patty, acknowledging that he had hoped to have the killer behind bars by now. David Martin Deal was not charged in the death of his daughter, but was sentenced on June 6, 2013, after pleading guilty to attempted child abuse. My 6 year old loves that channel. Anything," explained Williams. "The bridge is a lot bigger than it looks in photos," said LH, whose fear of heights meant, initially she "crawled across" the 7.5 storey-high structure. Reddit's open forum for discussion of anything and everything about true crime, court cases, and the legal system. "We don't need them anymore," Marilyn Redmond recalled one of the men saying. Experiences deep-seated rage toward women. One investigator into the as-yet unsolved murders, has revealed the girls' killer left several "strange signatures" at the kill site. LH told news.com.au the it took her an hour to cross Monon High Bridge and once she had done so, she wasn't going to cross back the same way, crawling on her knees. Police suspected foul play since Ame was found very dirty with bruises on her left leg, since it was in forced contact with the trunk. FBI Highway Serial Killings Initiative. Newly Released Details About The Delphi Murders Show How Police Came To Arrest A 50-Year-Old Man. I don't believe he did it, but am curious about his son or people he may know. A friend of mine from Flora, IN says that it's true. No cause of death has been released by authorities. "It was an awful feeling of being trapped with no way out of there. "Seeking the death penalty is the most serious decision entrusted to the County Attorney," said interim County Attorney Rachel Mitchell. Thanks for posting! "It could very well be somewhere along the lines someone was even threatened not to reveal the identity of the killer.". Ive been sifting through so many news reports, facebook groups, true crime forums and truthtellers. The barn on the Mears property is a popular guess. "I live in the community nearby, and wanted to make sure I show my support and respect," said Chris Beckett, who lives in Avondale. The couple and their mother were eventually ordered to a bedroom and forced to lay face down on abed next to each other. "The girls should have not been on that bridge," LH said. May have changed his appearance after the crime (cut or dyed his hair, trimmed facial hair, disposed of clothing, etc). Deputy Juan Ruiz transported Hurley to an MCSO substation in Avondale near Van Buren and Dysart Roads, brought him into the holding area, and "as is standard processing protocol, he removed his handcuffs and attempted to put him in one of the holding cells," Sheriff Penzone said. Delphi is a smaller community, so I'd be really surprised if the man was a local and nobody has recognized him at this point. "[5][7] Witnesses also said the children were often seen wandering the streets until very late at night, with hardly any clothes on. By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. Idk if he's an actual suspect, but the police certainly jumped on the opportunity to detain him for his probation violations and have kept him in custody. She has bone chips in a precarious place in her head," Phoenix police DetectiveGeorgeKlettlinger told the Associated Pressat the time. I'm really glad someone else is as concerned about this as I am to write on this forum. She was acquitted in 1985 after a third trial. Flags at all state buildings will be lowered to half-staff on Oct.12 to honor Ruiz. That said, I did find it interesting to review the rumors that were being discussed shortly after the murders. On August 10, 2011, in Maricopa County, Arizona, Judith Deal, Cynthia Stoltzmann and the Allens were formally indicted. By 5pm, the girls' families were out searching for them and by 6pm most the town, which has a population of about 3000, had joined police, but the girls were not found. Hates women, perceives self as alternately a perpetual victim and a powerful aggressor. "Johnny was so happy at his graduation. There are also rumours they have DNA as well. There is a more than $175,000 reward offered in the Evansdale case and more than $230,000 available in reward money for the Delphi case. For more information, please see our Experiences extreme feelings of entitlement and is prone to rage and outbursts. "My neck was stiff and I could hardly lift it very easily.". DELPHI, Ind. I don't know that the property owner is the murderer, but like many have said, I wouldn't be surprised if it was someone he knows in some way or another. Sheriff Penzone said Deputy Ruiz never regained consciousness and his organs were donated after his passing on Monday. 2:58. Privacy Policy. The girls may have been sexually-assaulted and/or murdered in a nearby structure such as a barn or out-building before being deposited where they were found. I, too, am leaning towards it being a crime of opportunity. The teens were found dead "down the hill" the following day. median home value in Arizona was about$54,800. [2], Neighbors claimed that Ame was often abused and reported seeing her forced to walk back and forth on the sidewalk, barefoot, in extremely hot Phoenix temperatures. "It was at that time that he was initially passive resistant and turned on the deputy and the fight ensued," Penzone said. Also, I never suspected RL in these crimes. View Source Suggest Edits Memorial Photos Flowers Memorials Region North America USA Indiana Carroll County Pittsburg Chadwell's change of venue motion cited other news outlets from outside of Lafayette thathave quoted Chadwell's family speculating about whether he might have killed Libby and Abby. During the services, Deputy Ruiz was remembered as a hero, son, brother, uncle, friend, and beloved public servant. IMPD releases edited bodycam of man shot, critically injured by officers after chase, First truckloads of contaminated waste dumped in Putnam County landfill, Live Doppler 13 Weather Blog: Heavy rain, storms return Friday, Wednesday evening Live Doppler 13 forecast March 1, 2023. She was either still (barely) alive when searchers found her or had perished just prior to being found (reports alternate between either her passing away in the ambulance or her body still being warm, but deceased, when searchers found her). It is my understanding that his son and other family members lead pretty normal lives. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. "Notably, theNewYorkPost has falsely stated within a photo caption that Chadwell had been arrested for the murder of Liberty.". The rumor about the girls wearing scarves at their funeral seems to check out. A five-and-a-half-year nationwide search for a suspect in the killings of two Indiana teens ended with the arrest of a local man, authorities said Monday.. How investigators came to arrest 50-year . The bodies of Liberty German and Abigail Williams were found on Feb. 14, 2017, after the two teens from Delphi, Ind. Thank you .Ron Logan is being crucified at many sleuths web sites.I am not related to him and live 700 miles from Delphi. We didn't have that this year and I would have given anything to have had that. During the fight, Deputy Ruiz tried to call for backup on his radio, but he was beaten unconscious by Hurley, Penzone said. John and Sammantha Allen were charged with first degree murder, conspiracy to commit child abuse and many counts of child abuse. On September 13, 2013, she was sentenced to 24 years in prison and given a lifetime of probation. The school officials noted that Ame seemed to be the scapegoat of the family. "With his ultimate sacrifice, Deputy Ruiz made an even more substantial sacrifice. What are your thoughts on weather or not they have DNA evidence from the crime scene or not? Police say the girls mostly talk about "stuff girls talk about" in the recording, but they also mention the man. Then, after he spotted them, imo, this is when he springs into action. The following is based on various news reports at the time, mostly from The Arizona Republic: Few details are known about the Redmonds and their family, aside from the crime itself. The girls were due to be collected by Libby's grandfather Mike Patty, her legal guardian, in the trail car park at 3.15pm, but failed to show up. "Because this is not a singular issue.". Laid in wait to see who would walk by). Picks a spot to change into his BG attire with his kill kit. That tells me he planned these murders very meticulously with nothing left to chance. When the family lived in Wisconsin, the local child protective services were called because of the "disgusting conditions" of their residence. Could it be possible that he had a backpack and stored it somewhere? I know there is a recording and I know there is a decent picture, but this is America where traveling is really easy to do. But after five days,former Phoenix police officer Edward Lonzo McCall, Jr., was bookedin connection with the New Year's Eve slayings,and reportsbegan to swirl about a murder-for-hire scheme. This was apparently the reason why the FBI got involved straight away. La Paz County Sgt. (Would have to be local and have access to someones property by the bridge). This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. The Journal & Courier has not reported on these speculations. "Evil did not defeat Deputy Ruiz that day, and evil will not defeat us today," said Sheriff Penzone. 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May have become unusually interested in news reports about the case or otherwise involved himself in the case such as talking excessively about it, compulsively reading news articles, or helping with the search party. LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- After five years, police made an arrest on Monday in the killing of two teens from Delphi. Hundreds lined the streets of Delphi on Sunday as Liberty 'Libby' German, 14, was taken to be buried. It seems hard to believe after this long and with his picture and audio record available, police still have not managed to find him. William Redmond, who went by "Pat" to those closest to him,was born in Huntington, West Virginia. Deputies were unable to locate the suspect, identified as Clinton Robert Hurley. That makes me wonder if they were held somewhere and then placed later? Following the assault on Deputy Ruiz, MCSO said Hurley stole his police SUV, fled the scene and then carjacked another person. "Then I realised I had to cross the creek. "It's amazing we have a video, we have a still photograph, we have sound and we don't know who this person is," he said. Lyric Cook,10: Friday, July 13, 2012; Evansdale, Iowa (found deceased), Elizabeth Collins,8:Friday, July 13, 2012; Evansdale, Iowa (found deceased), Liberty Libby German,14: Monday, February 13, 2017; Delphi, Indiana (found deceased), Abigail Abby Williams,13:Monday, February 13, 2017; Delphi, Indiana (found deceased). The suspect who reportedly attacked and killed a Maricopa County Sheriff's deputy in October 2021 may face the death penalty, the county attorney's office said months later. Judith Deal and Cynthia Stoltzmann were arrested for child abuse and kidnapping, since they both admitted that in the past they too, had locked Ame in the trunk. Kline, WISH-TV reported, is due in court on April 14 after he was charged in August of 2020 with 30 felonies regarding possession of child porn and child exploitation. She went on to co-author a book False Arrest about the experience, which was later adapted into a movie. I believe the police arrested RL and threw him in jail so they could search all of the buildings on his property. Now, that suspect may face the death penalty, county officials said months later. Ame was said to be "chronically hungry". I am committed to pursuing justice for Deputy Ruiz to the fullest extent of the law against the suspect. May also kill single women or girls. That's not too far from the end.". It seems plausible that the killer could have committed his crimes in one of those buildings. But a transcript of a conversation between police and a man named Kegan Kline gives more information as officers continue looking into the girls' disappearance and death, WISH-TV reported.
