After Cheryll's cousin sent me that message saying that the cold case detective from the Kentucky State Police wanted to talk to me, I (like always), had so many questions spilling out of me. "What did the two of you talk about? How was he? … Continue reading 51. The Metaphoric Shock Paddles
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43. In Color
One of the most challenging parts of this endeavor is knowing how exactly to pursue getting Cheryll’s case file and corresponding with the police. Last summer, I wrote an open records request letter to the Kentucky State Police and that first request was denied due … Continue reading 43. In Color
39. The Local Police
My family and friends have grown used to me sharing random thoughts that come to my mind regarding Cheryll's case. This evening was no different. As my husband and I sat together watching TV, I sighed. Sensing something was bothering me, he asked what I … Continue reading 39. The Local Police
35. The Empath
As I worked to stomach all that Joe shared with me about the second suspect, I had questions, like usual. Knowing that, like the man on the porch, there was no physical evidence connecting the second suspect to the crime, I couldn't help but contemplate-- … Continue reading 35. The Empath
33. An Alternative Theory
Bridget spoke up and asked perhaps the most important question of him. "So what do YOU think happened that morning?" We could see him collect his thoughts and temper any emotion that was flowing through him. After a brief pause he spoke and an alternative … Continue reading 33. An Alternative Theory
32. Like A Strong Ocean Wave
"Will you tell us why you think it's him?" I asked with a slight hesitation. We were on the precipice of what could be some new revelations and I knew then that I'd either be convinced one way or the other, or be left with … Continue reading 32. Like A Strong Ocean Wave
31. On the Precipice
One of those young men I mentioned in the last blog post seemed to catch the attention of the Highland Heights Police in 1971, but no one now is quite sure how the police came to focus on him as a suspect during the investigation. … Continue reading 31. On the Precipice
30. Awakening
"We now have multiple people telling us to look into this guy so I think we should," I told Bridget. "Do you really think it's NOT the man on the porch?" Bridget asked me skeptically, referring to who the killer may have been. "I don't … Continue reading 30. Awakening
28. Lingering Questions
Recently, we posted on the Gone in the Fog Facebook page, asking our followers if they have any unanswered lingering questions regarding Cheryll's case that they'd like answers to. Of course, we all have a lot of unanswered questions, but I thought I would address … Continue reading 28. Lingering Questions
27. A New Door Opens
When Cheryll disappeared from Highland Heights in 1971, the town police investigated her disappearance. They were a small department with limited resources, but by all accounts they were doing their best to try to find her throughout the 13 days she was missing. Once her … Continue reading 27. A New Door Opens