The plant, called Indiana Packers, is From a local: they process hogs into pork, and its a horrible job that a LOT of people who are otherwise unemployable, whether due to criminal backgrounds or poor references from prior employers, end up doing. The location where the girls bodies were found is only about 2.5-3 miles from the plant. "Our hearts are heavy for our brothers and sisters of the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office and the family of Deputy Juan M. Ruiz His sacrifice to the community and life-giving donation is immeasurable," Scottsdale Police said of his organ donation. Typically, he said, the group would spend the holiday at their favorite bar, Chester's Bar near 23rd Avenue and Indian School Road, where they'd met more than 10 years earlier. Press J to jump to the feed. He is wearing jeans, a navy blue jacket and possibly a cap. I believe the Delhi killer found s barrel chested and throes out his right leg when walking. Prosecutors charged Chadwell on April 26 with attempted murder, two counts of child molesting, kidnapping, criminal confinement and battery. 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. Video / ABC News. Purple and teal ribbons, their favorite colors, hang on lamp posts. The jury was again deadlocked in Cruz'sthird trial but he was found guilty in 1988 after a fourth. He did not elaborate about other possible suspects. I thought there was a search for the girls in the area they were found, but they weren't found until noon the next day. Seven Bridges is known for being an area where transients go to deal drugs, often meth, and where people go to engage in otherwise illegal or unsavory activities. Has persistently low self-esteem and feelings of having been wronged by others. Their bodies were found in the woods east of Delphi the next day on Valentine's Day. Media coverage from Lafayette toNew York and the United Kingdomis enough to justify a change of venue for accused attempted murder defendant James Brian Chadwell Jr.,according to his attorneys. "I knew that something had happened," she said in court months later. The court approved the amended charge on May 12. Thanks for posting! Hooper, 76, was sentenced to death for his role in the 1980 New Year's Eve murders of William Patrick Redmond, 46, and his 70-year-old mother-in-law Helen Genevieve Phelps. Trails: Libby & Abby and Lyric & Elizabeth all disappeared while on a trail in the afternoon. I'm really glad someone else is as concerned about this as I am to write on this forum. She and Abby Williams, 13, were murdered last week while they were hiking View gallery They. In 1982, Marilyn Redmondfiled a $360 million wrongful death suit against Ron Lukezic and the five convicted killers at the time, though its outcome was unclear. "We have a lot of clay here in Indiana so it's like standing on churned butter. This postexamines the strange similarities in the cases of 4 murdered girls. I also don't feel as though Ron Logan is the man in the picture but for some reason in my gut I do feel some type of suspicion around him, and I could be totally wrong, but I also think maybe he is covering for a family member or friend. He succumbed to the injuries sustained on Saturday at the hands of a violent predator. The case remains unsolved more than five years after the bodies of Abby Williams and Libby German were found in a wooded area near a hiking trail in Delphi in 2017. All i know is that whatever they went through was horrendous and I'll be happy for answers. We didn't have that this year and I would have given anything to have had that. Ive been sifting through so many news reports, facebook groups, true crime forums and truthtellers. Murray Hooper is set to be executed on Nov. 16,marking Arizona's third execution since the state resumed themthis year after an eight-yearpause. FBI Highway Serial Killings Initiative. Just days after the girls died, police began looking into Kline, WISH-TV reported. AVONDALE, Ariz. - A Maricopa County Sheriff's deputy was laid to rest in October 2021, after he suffered a deadly attack while taking a suspect with felony warrants into custody. "Down where you see him on that photo [the image captured by Libby German on her phone] is especially mushy and I was scared there. The barn on the Mears property is a popular guess. She then heardtwo shots oneinto the back of her husband's head and the other into her mom. The girls clothing was found in a body of water, likely to dispose of evidence. Sammantha and John Allen were convicted in 2017 of first degree murder and sentenced to death by lethal . Prior to his burial, hundreds of people, including members of the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office and other local law enforcement agencies, packed into St. Thomas Aquinas Church in Avondale for a service. Marilyn Redmond even traveled to Chicago, Illinois, to identifyBracy and Hooper as her attackers from a lineup. The killer remains unidentified. Notifications can be turned off anytime in the browser settings. "It's been six months. "So now the question is, what is this community willing to do to make sure that this suspect goes back to prison or somewhere else for the actions against this deputy?" DELPHI, Ind. Then again, did they not have an open casket funeral?? LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- After five years, police made an arrest on Monday in the killing of two teens from Delphi. None of the charges are in connection to the unsolved death of Williams and German. "I live in the community nearby, and wanted to make sure I show my support and respect," said Chris Beckett, who lives in Avondale. I can't imagine what their families must be going through. "The griping that we do about 'Get your stuff on. During the 2020 interview with police, he admitted talking to the girl. On Feb. 15, 2017, police released cellphone images from German's phone showing a suspect in the case coming across the bridge towards the girls. Delphi police and the prosecutor's office said a public court hearing will be set to determine if the documents, including the affidavit in the case, will remain under seal. Deal had been the victim of long-term abuse by her family members before being locked inside a footlocker, where she subsequently died from suffocation. (Would have to be local and have access to someones property by the bridge). However, there are new developments with the owner of the property where the girls were found. Maybe this guy knew those girls were going to be there, maybe he overheard them speaking or maybe he knew their mother and their mother told him that they were going to be there Anything is possible these days. The girls were taken some place else. Delphi murders: A man has been arrested and charged in the 2017 killings of 2 teen girls in Indiana, authorities say | CNN A man has been arrested and charged with murder in the 2017 killings. "Our heart is with (MCSO) and the family of Deputy Ruiz during these difficult moments," Gilbert PD 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. Allen, who has entered . On April 19, 42-year-oldChadwell allegedly lured a 9-year-old neighborhood girl into his house at 714 Park Ave. in Lafayette, where prosecutors say he beat her, locked her in the basement andsexually assaulted her before police looking for the girl knocked on his door. You don't just kill innocent children and decide that you made a bad decision, and stop doing it. The couple and their mother were eventually ordered to a bedroom and forced to lay face down on abed next to each other. To be honest, I am disappointed that LE has not found this guy yet. The 13th of the month, the number 13, or just generally the teens, might hold special significance for him. His wife, Marilyn Ruth Redmond, 47at the time, was also shot in the back of the head at their home in Phoenix thateveningand left for dead. [10] Prosecutors announced they intended to seek the death penalty for John and Sammantha Allen. May make regular stops for work nearby or have been in the area for a few days prior with time to scout out the surrounding area. On Libby's person, police found her mobile phone and on that they found video of a man on the Monon High Bridge. Libby German recorded the killer's order after she placed her phone with its video camera rolling in her pocket as he cornered them on the bridge. William Redmond, after answeringthe door,called out, "Marilyn,come here." Their bodies bore "strange signatures" at the kill site across Deer Creek in woodland 2km out of town. Sadly, of course, I know that is not always enough. Doubt he would be bold like this in his first murder and def not be able to pull off a double murder in semi public area. This is someone who feels comfortable in these woods. Maybe they don't want to scare this guy off and have him leave town that's why they're keeping it hush-hush. At 2.09pm, Libby, used her mobile phone to upload a picture of Abby walking on the iconic bridge to Snapchat. Lukezic was also convicted in 1981 for her role in the murders, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. The news outlets also speculated about a tattoo on Chadwell. Perhaps these exact work boots were not worn during the murders but they may closely resemble the footwear the killer was wearing. A friend of mine from Flora, IN says that it's true. Deputy Juan Ruiz was assaulted while taking a suspect with felony warrants into custody on Oct. 9, and died days later. The Monon High Bridge trail. May have changed his appearance after the crime (cut or dyed his hair, trimmed facial hair, disposed of clothing, etc). As for Chadwell's change of venue, Tippecanoe Superior 2 Judge Steve Meyer set an Aug. 31 hearing on the motion. Doesnt mean that was him or someone on his property that did it, Im just stating what seems to be the most obvious just from my perspective. The body site was about 800m from the high bridge where Libby had photographed Abby the afternoon before. Example video title will go here for this video. So I don't think it's crappy detective work at all that this guy is still unknown. "With his ultimate sacrifice, Deputy Ruiz made an even more substantial sacrifice. [8] When asked why Ame was treated so badly, it was said, "She was mentally a little slow, but that's it. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. Further, the time 2pm, or the hours of 1-3pm, may also be significant to him. Witnessesidentified the hired gunmen as McCall, William Bracy and Murray Hooper, both of Chicago. That same friend, Floyd Kelly, said he and his wife, Verna, planned to attend a New Year's Eve party at the Redmond home the night of the murders. The fact that they are holding the landowner seemed promising to me when first reported. That is quite an unusual and risky MO. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Judith Deal also pleaded guilty to attempted child abuse, and was sentenced to 10 years in prison, plus a lifetime of probation. I am a bit suspicious of RL, but I don't think he did it. My heart goes to their family. His family made a selfless act to donate his organs, so many others can live on and represent his legacy.". Ame had been living with her grandmother, Judith Deal, and Cynthia Stoltzmann, 44, the aunt and legal guardian of Ame. They walked through the wood and across the creek until they reached the spot where they were found and likely murdered there. A short time after, deputies later found Hurley and took him into custody. Maybe they already know who it is maybe they're following him and checking things out but they don't want to say anything yet they don't want to release anything either to the public. [7], Police claimed that the other children instigated situations to get Ame in trouble. Cynthia Stoltzmann and her mother's bond were each set at $500,000. Libby and Abby were lured off of the Delphi trails east of the city and forced to a secluded place along the banks of the Deer Creek, where they were killed. One reason this particular homicide case came to national attention is the haunting cell phone and social-media clues the girls left behind. Second the FBI has expert voice recognition capacities and certainly Mr Logan has spoken in interviews and they could certainly identify that this was his voice on Libbey 's phone. In the second sketch, the man is much younger and with a full head of hair rather than a cap on his head. The Republic in 1981 noted the Redmonds'single-storyhome on a cul-de-sacnear Seventh and Northern avenues was valued at $200,000,during a time when themedian 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 has not been revealed if these odd signatures were part of the murder method or done post mortem. If you have any information on the Delphi murders, contact law enforcement at 1-800-225-5324 or Abbyandlibbytip@cacoshrf.com. How the girls were murdered has still not been released, as Carter says, "because only the killer knows". All of it keeps Libby German's grandpa, Mike Patty, up at night. ", "Pat had no enemies; he was too well-liked," Lukezic said. [1] Sammantha and John Allen were convicted in 2017 of first degree murder and sentenced to death by lethal injection, while Sammantha Allen's mother, Cynthia Stoltzmann, arranged a plea deal with prosecutors and was sentenced to 24 years in prison. I cannot believe that the suspect has yet to be identified. Sheriff Penzone said Deputy Ruiz never regained consciousness and his organs were donated after his passing on Monday. At first I was leaning towards maybe someone RL knew but I'm shying away from that. Police released two very different sketches of the face of the killer, one soon after the murder and another based on an interview with a person who may have seen the culprit near Monon High Bridge on the day of the murder. "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. RIP sir. They seemed to have done a good job executing their evil act. We stand strong with great appreciation for his service & pray for his family during this unimaginable sacrifice & loss. Is familiar with the local area even though he has not planted long-term roots there. All rights reserved. Ive seen a reference to Libby having a letter "K" carved onto her chest. TERRAFULLSIGHT 1.61K subscribers Subscribe 1.6K views 1 year ago #DURecorder #DURecorder This is my video recorded with DU Recorder. I read somewhere where it was suggested that this guy maybe another Ted Bundy. [1], The family had often moved and had lived in Pennsylvania, Utah, Texas and Tucson, Arizona, among other places. I live about 25 minutes from Delphi, and honestly we don't know any more than you all do. [3] One neighbor said that he saw babies in highchairs eating in front, outside of the house, late at night. Both Carter, the local sheriff, other law enforcement and Delphi citizens themselves are convinced because of the location of the girls' abduction and murder, the killer was a local or former resident with intimate knowledge of the site. All rights reserved. READ MORE: Families of murdered teen girls Abigail Williams and Liberty German speak out about ongoing investigation Fears of link between 'Snapchat killer' and unsolved double murder of young cousins 'We have a hole in our family': A year on from the 'Snapchat' murders Haunting last picture of dead teen. 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. [9] A few days after the arrests, David Deal asked various friends and family for money to bail his mother, Judith Deal and his sister, Cynthia Stoltzmann out of jail.[5]. Mesa PD Tweeted, "Our thoughts and prayers are with the @mcsoaz and the family and friends of Deputy Juan M. Ruiz. "Because this is not a singular issue.". And if that is the case then I very much think it's someone familiar with that land. Create a free website or blog at WordPress.com. Police say the girls mostly talk about "stuff girls talk about" in the recording, but they also mention the man. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. La Paz County Sgt. Prosecutors argued Robert Charles Cruz, a Tempe businessman, masterminded the plot in an attempt to take over William Redmond and Ron Lukezic's business, Graphic Dimensions. LH told news.com.au the condition of the bridge had seriously deteriorated in the past three and a half years since the murders. He had been released from the Dept. My 6 year old loves that channel. May also kill single women or girls. If you have any information on the Delphi murders, contact law enforcement at1-800-225-5324 orAbbyandlibbytip@cacoshrf.com. All those little things and the dreaded school supply shopping. I hope they figure it out soon. One investigator into the as-yet unsolved murders, has revealed the girls' killer left several "strange signatures" at the kill site. DELPHI Three years ago, two young girls went for a walk. 2:58. I agree with a lot of what you're saying. It is absolutely horrible what happened to these girls. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. Gaining control of them with a knife or gun, he forced them to turn northward and down the hill. (WTHR) - State police say more audio from Libby German's cell phone was played for the victims' families, including a mention of a man they noticed behind them. The DTH podcast theorises that one person with considerable knowledge of the area committed the crime and had been planning it for some time. Ame was also forced to sleep in the shower stall without bedding because she had wet her bed. I am not family, nor am I friends with anyone in the families. "It is maybe ten feet [3m] across. It is the Monon High Bridge, a hiking trail near the tiny Indiana town of Delphi, 100km northwest of Indianapolis. What are your thoughts on weather or not they have DNA evidence from the crime scene or not? Newsweek reached out to the Indiana State Police for comment but did not hear back in time for publication. The Ajo Fire Department said, "Our thoughts and prayers go out to Deputy Ruizs family, friends and colleagues. It has been suggested this meant the crime scene had signs of satanic ritual, but there is no evidence of that nor any indication by police how the girls were murdered. She was acquitted in 1985 after a third trial. Her mom was preparing a relish dish and William RedmondwatchedTV with the family dog, a Springer Spaniel who fearedstrangers. But at least one close friend to the couple portrayed them as sociable,saying they'd meet five or six times a week for drinks. The girls bodies were found the following day, approximately half a mile from the bridge. [11] Cynthia Stoltzmann pleaded guilty to two counts of child abuse and one count of attempted child abuse. State police say more audio from Libby German's cell phone was played for the victims' families, including a mention of a man they noticed behind them. Ruiz's family, meanwhile, spoke of how excited Ruiz was when he passed the academy. I don't think he is the BG in pictures though. I believe the police arrested RL and threw him in jail so they could search all of the buildings on his property. They can't. Additionally, detectives pressed Kline on a conversation he had with one of German's friends via the account after her death.