It makes sense that Michelle found a fast friend in Kelsi German, who has been on her own quest for justice for her murdered sister, Liberty German. No child molester would select that steep grade. The bodies of Libby and Abby were discovered on February 14, 2017, along an abandoned railroad in Delphi, Indiana. I think she was just taking a video to show us later and say, Hey, look at this really weird guy that was at the bridge earlier and this is what he looked like. Someone is saying their boyfriend talked about being the Delphi killer. From the moment Libby and Abbys bodies were identified, Kelsi said its difficult for her to recall anything that happened in the weeks that followed. Then They Learned Her Boss Owed Her Money, 'People Magazine Investigates' Examines How Authorities Cracked 1991 Cold Case Murder of Pa. Im tremendously proud of her, Kelsi told The Sun. Have you done podcasts? And she said No and Im like You need to go on Twitter and friend every podcast person and true crime person.. Then 17, Kelsi had been at home on themorning of February 13, 2017, when Libby, who had the day off from school, asked her if she could drive both her and Abby Williams to the Delphi Historic Trails. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. I still remember every time I talk to her not to give up and well find him and it helps me to keep pushing., Paul Holes, the retired detective that helped crack the Golden State Killer case and who worked ona book about it with Michelle, says what Michelle and Kelsi are doing is bringing attention to the cases., More than that, they are a source of comfort for one another. For four years, Kelsi German has wondered if her path has crossed with the killer. I'm 29 and Snapchat is confusing to navigate lol. Its always nice to see these families keep high spirits, one thing he couldnt take was the memories. We stop once just to observe the area and the woods are silent. During a press conference in 2019, Indiana State Police Superintendent Doug Carter even went as far as to say the killer could be sat in the room with them. Kaleb is Kelsi's boyfriend and Sue is married to Dawn Higgins. Get an all-access pass to never-before-seen content, free digital evidence kits, and much more! "It was just so humbling knowing that all of those people were there for you at one of the hardest times of your life, suffering unimaginable grief.". "I'm tremendously proud of her," Kelsi told The Sun. She DROVE them there. "He could be working with people that I know or walking past me when I'm looking at Christmas lights. "I don't think she imagined at the time it would be such a big thing. turned on her video and taped this phantom of a man, then placed the phone, still recording into her pocket, and captured his voice. It was about a song. Libby then slipped her phone into her pocket and continued recording. Crime News is your destination for true crime stories from around the world, breaking crime news, and information about Oxygen's original true crime shows and documentaries. I'll try to clarify who Cody is because there's so much confusion. As an investigation continues, Kelsi said she believes police are getting closer each day to obtaining justice for Abby and Libby, the latter of whom she remembered as a funny, caring, and tenacious younger sister. We connected because of her experience and that kind of helped me to break out of the shell and start advocating for my sister., I just tried to tell her that she needed to do more, Michelle told Oxygen. Michelle immediately began sharing the knowledge she gained while seeking justice for her sister, which includedencouraging Kelsi to speak to the media about her sister. In this Delphi Murders Theories 2022 video, we're breaking down statements made by Kelsi German following the anthony_shots information release by ISP on Dec. Other members of her family have reportedly suffered from a similar trauma-induced mental block regarding the months and weeks after Libby's death. One of those accounts was anthony_shots, which he set up in 2016 around six months before his house was raided. Just give them the outline of a cynical story and they'll not only accept it, they'll branch it out to unimaginable proportions. It's really like one of the only things you can do in Delphi other than getting food.". Homicide Detective Christine Mannina, subscribe to the Crime Stories with Nancy Grace podcast. However, they did say the culprit behind it used stolen images of a known male model and projected a contrived flashy lifestyle to groom underage girls and "solicit nude images, obtain their addresses, and attempt to meet them.". She and Michelle speak on a regular basis. The day of the murders was unseasonably warm but today is cold. When I look back on it I just now try not to feel guilty about what happened, or what I couldve done differently. Ives said its not like any other crime he has been to. Days after Libby and Abby's deaths, authorities released photos taken from Libby's cell phone that showed a man on the trail. "She lets us know she's here all the time and she definitely likes to play tricks on us," Kelsi said of Libby. Create a free profile to get unlimited access to exclusive videos, breaking news, sweepstakes, and more! Kelsi's belief the killer lives - or may have once lived - locally stems from the idea that the trail near to where the two girls' bodies were found is difficult to simply stumble across, she said. "And so they were like, 'Hey, let's go to this place,'" Kelsi theorized. Their killer has also still not been found. One sister connected with Kelsi because she is an older sister too. Its further from the parking area than I originally thought. Libby called him before Kelsi left. Girl Was Stabbed 59 Times After Parting Ways with Boyfriend in 1982 and Suspect Was Just Arrested, 'People Magazine Investigates' : Tracking Down the Man Who Allegedly Killed Mom of Two Joy Hibbs in 1991, Police Were Stumped About 22-Year-Old's Brutal Murder. - Dexter Guy from Twitter needs to be deleted. She claimed to watch it almost every day in the hope of discovering a new detail orjogging a repressed memory. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xNHey1A2bx4. Press J to jump to the feed. Snow covers the ground and the bright blue bridge towering over the roadway. "If I learn something in my classes, it might be something new that the detectives haven't thought about," German reasons. God I can't wait until the day he is caught. One day you will have the opportunity to see and know what we do, and we look forward to that day.. Repressed memories from that time will sometimes present themselves in fragments, she said. "I think she was just taking a video to show us later and say, 'Hey, look at this really weird guy that was at the bridge earlier and this is what he looked like'. Suspect in Delphi Snapchat Murders [Wanted Poster] By: Christine Colby Related To: Abductions. Kelsi then made the short drive to the trails with Abby and Libby, dropping them off just after 1.35pm. The homes were close and within walking distance. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. He said, No, I dont think so. "And that just always amazes me and brightens my day that she would she got to be there for so many people," Kelsi said. Chillingly, she captured her killer gruffly instructing the pair to go "down the hill.". It's unclear whether Kline is currently being investigated as a suspect in the relation to theDelphi murders, or why it took more than three years to arrest him on the child porn charges. I didn't know anything about any of them, other than none of it is surprising. The bridge is more remote and isolated. Sign up for PEOPLE's free True Crime newsletter for breaking crime news, ongoing trial coverage and details of intriguing unsolved cases. After losing her sister and best friend, Kelsi German shifted her academic focus to psychology and criminal justice in order to help people like herself the loved ones left behind after the murders. The department asked anyone who interacted with the account on Snapchat or Instagram to come forward for information. Every time something happens and we get put back out in the media it just brightens our hope it gives us so much faith in all the people that are out there," Kelsi said. We believe as veteran investigators that items left at the scene, the signatures, possible similar transactions, and new advances in crime detection will play a part in capturing this monstrous killer. The video shows a white male, dressed in faded jeans, a hoodie and a blue jacket, with his hands in his pockets, walking towards the eighth graders on a bridge. Kelsi German and Michelle Cruz both lost their sisters under tragic circumstances, but they've found each other to lean on. I can't get over what loving people Becky and Mike are. Libby German and Abby Williams were both found dead on Valentine's Day 2017 - a day after they were reported missing having last been seen at the Delphi Historic Trails. Was super nervous and just kept talking. It's also extended beyond the local community, with restless true crime fanatics and justice seekers keeping the story alive through podcasts, blog posts, and on discussion boards. "I think that track is very hard to find if you don't know it's there already. On Monday, the Indiana State Police announced that thanks to an anonymous donation of $100,000, the reward for information leading to a conviction in the case has increased to $325,000. Libby's oldest sister Kelsi German, 21 . Libby then turned her back and walked away with Abby. I'll just be scrolling through my social media and people will post it back to me and I'll watch it again every time," Kelsi said. I wonder all the time is he here, have I talked to him. I cant remember what it was, but I remember thinking huh, thats gross as fuck, but it sounds like a song lyric and not a random statement. Yeah Ive had to block him a few times. "During the last nearly five years, we have conducted dozens of secondary investigations based on information we received. Libby then turned her back and walked away with Abby. It's going to be amazing. "So I think it was just something fun to do on a nice day. Its 63 feet high over Deer Creek. or 'Have you guys tried that?' Weve always said, goodbye, I love you and Ill see you later. She has changed her major to psychology with minors in forensic science and law. On Monday, April 12, the tragic killings will be examined in-depth on People Magazine Investigates: The Delphi Killer, at 10 ET/9 CT on Investigation Discovery and streaming on discovery+. numbered. or 'What if I never dropped them off?' Kelsi then made the short drive to the trails with Abby and Libby, dropping them off just after 1.35pm. Then 17, Kelsi had been at home on the morning of February 13, 2017, when Libby, who had the day off from school, asked her if she could drive both her and her friend Abigail Williams, 13, to the Delphi Historic Trails. ibb.co This thread is archived New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast 32 25 25 comments Best Seavett 2 yr. ago My thought is that Delphi police needs to cut to the chase. And its so sad that we just know the voice, but we dont know the face and we dont have any answers yet., Kelsi added: So I just continue to listen to it and hope that someday Ill recognize that person or Ill meet somebody and Ill know that voice and then Ill be like, Thats him; thats the person in the video.'. One thing the German family will never forget, however, is the outpouring in our community of just so many people who were there for us, Kelsi said. But believing she had been a "bad sister" of late, not hanging out with her. Its awful not knowing. I take my time to walk to the edge of the bridge because I want to take in all aspects of the area. This person likely would've been on the slightly more social media savvy side. "It's amazing how many people are still there supporting us. This area would make the perfect backdrop for a family Christmas card picture. The days following were a blur. "My family has always been really big on making sure you tell everybody that you love them and goodbye each time you hang up the phone or leave the house. I told Kaleb that it was Valentines Day and for the rest of the trip he would be my boyfriend and had to hold me up. "I remember her telling me once that she just felt like she was everybody's therapist, but that's because everybody was just so open to coming to her and talking to her about whatever they were feeling and she was always so good at making you feel like you were worth it. I stop to take a picture of the sign as my sister passes me headed straight to our destination I smile at the thought of the police or rangers being called. I see Mannina gently talking to Kelsi, who stops short of reaching the bridge. This is the place he selected and the time of day he selected. I think that track is very hard to find if you dont know its there already. "I think that's one thing that intrigues people [about the case] to continue to look at it.". "And it's so sad that we just know the voice, but we don't know the face and we don't have any answers yet. He doesn't talk because he knows how words can be twisted. - Rumor that the family is taking money and using it for themselves. This killer knows this area and knew this bridge. 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ALL RIGHTS RESERVED | TERMS OF USE | PRIVACY | YOUR AD CHOICES | SITEMAP, Kelsi German, left, is pictured with her sister Libby who was murdered almost five years ago, Libby regularly sends her family signs that she's still watching over them, Kelsi says, Libby and Abby Williams (right) were found dead on Valentine's Day 2017, Kelsi was among one of the last people to see her alive, The bodies of the two girls were found in a wooded area a short distance from the Monon High Bridge Trail, Libby's sister sent signs like sending cardinals to family members - a bird regarded by some to be a symbol of safety and happiness sent from a passed loved one - or leaving dimes on the ground for them to find, Kelsi said tribute to her sister on Instagram on Monday, While five years have nearly passed since her sister was killed, Kelsi said she's confident Libby and Abby's killer will be found, Libby captured a video of her suspected killer shortly before her death, Kelsi says Libby regularly sends her family signs that she's still watching them, Police release sketch of man accused of murdering Delphi teens Liberty German and Abigail Williams, last time Kelsi would see her sister alive. 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