Update: ISP investigating Peltz murder, already receiving tips
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Posted: 2:59 PM Jan 13, 2009
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Officials from Indiana State Police are investigating the cold case murder of Brandie Peltz, who was killed in Argos 22 years ago. The lead detective says they are already receiving tips from the public.

Last month, NewsCenter 16's Maureen McFadden interviewed author Thomas Crowell, who wandered upon the grave of 11-year-old Brandie Peltz. The Argos girl had been murdered in 1986.

Crowell started researching the murder and recently published a book called "The Passerby."

Brandie had been strangled, sexually assaulted, and left in a bathtub while her home was set on fire.

Both Crowell and McFadden were told by Marshall County officials that the Indiana State Police had reviewed Brandie's case from time to time.

After the story ran, WNDU received a call from Detective Tom Littlefield saying state police were never invited to look at the case, but they are now.

The Indiana State Police credit Crowell's book, the coverage by WNDU, and the interest of the Marshall County Prosecutor.

"We've already talked and I'm going to tell him [Detective Littlefield] where I've been in the last two and a half years, and I'm going to make this as easy as possible because he's going to do it officially," says Crowell.

Maureen McFadden talked to Crowell, who says he is elated.

"The real victim is Brandie. I feel bad for the family, relatives, classmates, but the real victim who is not with us anymore is little Brandie Peltz," says Crowell.

"I think that the state police will do a thorough investigation. They have more resources at the hands, labs and things like that," Crowell added.

Detective Littlefield told NewsCenter 16 that their department has already had several people call, claiming to have information about Brandie's death.

If you have any information that may help Indiana State Police solve Brandie's murder you can call Detective Littlefield at the Bremen post. The number there is 1-800-552-2959.
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Posted by: also a former resident on May 14, 2009 at 10:39 AM
Dear Former Resident from Indy. My wishes reflect those of yours. Maybe ISP thinking is like that in the Drew Peterson case (dirty cop who murdered two of his wives and was recently arrested after a year and a half investigation). They arrested him out in busy traffic so that they could catch him alone, rather than to tramatize his children. Perhaps they don't want to remove Passerby (should he be arrested) in shackles from the school.
Posted by: Former Resident Location: Indianapolis on May 12, 2009 at 12:51 PM
Perhaps the ISP is letting the passerby get comfortable again -- allowing him to think they do not have anything on him. And then, just like he did Brandi, they'll nail him when he least expects it. Seriously though, I hope they have not back burnered anything and are still pressing hard to solve the case. She deserves it, her family deserves it, the community deserves resolution to this matter. And, it should not rest with the passerby behind bars. There has to be repercussions for those involved in the inept investigation that was supposedly done years ago. The people of Argos and Marshall County should also take it as a wake up call regarding their elected officials. Please, don't let this rest until it is completely resolved.
Posted by: Matt Location: Warsaw on May 7, 2009 at 09:23 AM
So where are the ISP on this case what have they discovered??
Posted by: in God we trust on Apr 24, 2009 at 11:29 AM
this book is outstanding, a true reminder of how things aren't always as they seem. I hope they do find the killer so this community can have closure.
Posted by: PLymouth on Apr 23, 2009 at 11:05 PM
I have just finished at if the so called passerby is still a teacher may god help you.Fiction or non fiction doesnt matter most of us around here know the parts that are true. This book lays out detail that the MCPD didnt care to solve this case for reasons of their own. Give me a break the Passerby should rot in hell
Posted by: reader Location: Mich on Apr 4, 2009 at 07:33 PM
Maybe Mr. Crowell did get off track a little,but if your local officials had done their job right this case would might have been solved allready. DNA can be tested yrs after the fact..I am sure they have something up their sleeve or they wouldn't be looking into the case at all. I hope justice is served and Brandi can RIP.
Posted by: Anon Location: Argos on Feb 25, 2009 at 09:43 AM
I believe the 'WRONG' done here and on the other blogs on this subject is people, as well as Mr. Crowell, are being judge, jury, executioner. I think the guilty person should pay the consequences for the crime committed. The book would still have been successful at raising everyone's attention to the unsolved murder without ruining a person reputation, should he actually not be the one guilty. Whoever is guilty needs to be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law, but come on people, to say you KNOW who the guilty person is without ALL he facts is ridiculous. We are not school children here. Let the police do their job. A lot of these blogs are coming across as a public linching. Why not just 'tar and feather the person and run him out of town on a rail!' People can speculate all they want, but we do not have all the facts. Period. Justice for Brandie!
Posted by: Anonymous Location: Plymouth on Feb 24, 2009 at 10:06 PM
I normally do not post on these sites, I just read others. But, I have to say I recently read the book and given the fact that I did not live in Argos when this happened, I absolutely had no idea who these people were. I learned of them from reading these posts. So it amazes me when I hear people bashing the author for stepping on toes. The BOTTOM line is... A child was murdered in a town of less than 1500. I dont think it matters whose toes you step on as long as it is solved!
Posted by: ANON Location: ARGOS on Feb 23, 2009 at 08:23 PM
I HAVE LIVED IN AROG MOST OF MY LIFE. RAISED MY CHILDREN HERE. I WORKED AT THE SCHOOL, LEAVING ABOUT A YR. BEFORE ALL THIS HAPPENED. Because I knew various members of Brandy's family it was even harder to endear. But what hurt the most was the fact someone could hurt this precious young girl. You see my daughter was also a close friend. Spent slumber parties with her, planning for girl scouts. This so called man needs to own up, take his punishment.Sooner or later he will have to facethe law, or much higher force. I know what he did involed so many class mates, children themselves at the time who still feel the pain. Their mothers to this day also remember. So mister turn yourself in....OR DO THE D.N.A.
Posted by: To Nancy on Feb 21, 2009 at 04:26 PM
Nancy…why would you be upset over the yearbook description? I think the author also describes ‘Trudie’s’ gravestone as heart shaped, but in reality, it is not heart shaped…it has hearts engraved on it. If the book is presented as fiction, why do you care? You’re not mad about the insignificant things that are fiction, you’re mad about the important things that are in there that are TRUE. Where does the author portray it as being accurate? Talk about picking fly specks out of pepper........
Posted by: Nancy Location: Plymouth on Feb 20, 2009 at 07:42 PM
I haven't read very many pages of this fictional book, but I am disgusted that the author portrays it as being accurate. On page 19, there is a discussion about talking with the Argos Community School librarian about getting the middle school yearbooks with Brandi's picture in them because Crowel states that the town library only has the high school yearbooks. I am an Argos graduate, and there were no elementary, middle school, and high school yearbooks! There was only one annual yearbook with kindergarten through 12th grade in it! That's an obvious exaggeration (LIE)on the part of the auther, so that brings into question everything in the book.
Posted by: anon Location: ARGOS on Feb 19, 2009 at 08:07 PM
I have read the book, I know all the Peltz family, and I thank God that Mr. Crowel published his book. I think it is time that whenever there is a murder, it becomes a law tha the State Police are to be called in immediately. I pray the guilty is found and punished. I hate to say this but not all ministers are what they seem. They too can fall.
Posted by: Karen Location: Indianapolis on Feb 17, 2009 at 02:39 PM
I was best friends with Brandi when she lived in Plymouth before she moved to Argos. I have so many times thought about her and wondered if they would ever solve this case. My grandparents still live one road from their old house and every time I visit I find myself driving by. Showing my children where we used to play with her rabbits and play in the "school" that we LOVED to ring the bell ;) The endless days we spent playing strawberry shortcake (although we thought we were getting too old) and listening to records. I remember the visits to her grandma’s ceramic shop and all the fun times at scouts. It brings tears to my eyes thinking about it now, so many memories. I remember that I was unable to go in the bathroom alone for so long because I couldn't get her out of my mind. I miss her and will never forget the fun times we had. I will be sure to keep her parents in prayer.
Posted by: april Location: logansport on Feb 13, 2009 at 10:12 PM
I am one of Brandi's close cousins. We grew up together, but that was taken away. I miss all the times that we stayed together. I will never forget her. I hope they find this sick ****** or anyone who had anything to do with it. I will be there to see justice be served. So please find who killed my cousin. I love u and will never forget u Brandie!!!!
Posted by: Lou Location: Argos on Feb 12, 2009 at 08:24 AM
Ted, I agree, but I would have thought that this would have been done many years ago...oh ya.....Marshall County Police :)
Posted by: Ted Location: Argos on Feb 11, 2009 at 04:43 PM
Disgusted: if he is innocent, and I hope he is, pray tell, why doesn't he step up to the plate and have a DNA test...wouldn't a real man do that for his wife and family if they meant anything to him.
Posted by: null Location: MC on Feb 11, 2009 at 04:20 PM
Red, I don't think you have anything to worry about. An innocent man is not likely to want to leave this world having people wondering whether he's innocent or not. Now on the other hand a guilty man may want to end things before he is actually found out.
Posted by: Disgusted Location: Marshall County on Feb 11, 2009 at 12:17 PM
How will I feel if he takes his own life? Vindicated! I will feel that, when under tremendous stress, we revert back to those things we know to be true, one of them being an eye for an eye...
Posted by: Red Location: Marshall County on Feb 10, 2009 at 09:49 PM
Innocent: Until proven guilty! This phrase is used in this country for a reason. Anything else could destroy a person and his family should he actually be innocent. Can you imagine the anguish if he is not guilty? How will you feel if he is proven innocent after he has taken his own life because of not being able to bear up under the stress? Innocent: Until proven guilty!!!
Posted by: Mars on Jan 31, 2009 at 02:27 PM
Can anyone clear up something I seem to remember differently? Wasn't "Pastor Storm", M.C., still at Argos when this happened? I know that there was a pastoral transition going on there but I am sure that he and "Emily", N.C., were still living at the parsonage the day of the murder.
Posted by: a mom Location: columbia city on Jan 30, 2009 at 08:51 AM
Does anyone have any information on which newspaper had the composite sketch of the Hulse murderer, or if there was one
Posted by: anon Location: Argos on Jan 28, 2009 at 08:20 AM
O my! you have to be kidding! The Pilot is always full of mis-quotes and mis-information.
Posted by: Anonymous on Jan 27, 2009 at 02:19 PM
I was at the meeting too, and I understood him to mean that once the ISP had a chance to review the files which they just recently got a hold of, he'd be sharing whatever information the ISP asked of him. I'm sure the ISP needs time to look at everything before they start talking to the author - after all, they have his book to go by, right? I also understood him to say that he's been to England, but not as part of his investigation into this case. He said he called England and spoke to the families of the Englishmen - he even said the paper misstated that he traveled there. The case is where it should have been a long time ago - in the hands of the ISP. Justice for Brandie!
Posted by: roland Location: Argos on Jan 27, 2009 at 12:23 PM
Being a life long resident I hope the people that I set with at Crowels meetig really listened to what was being said. The number of times he changed his story was amasing. I guess it all depended on the group he was talking to on what he said. If you recall he stated after ISP looked at case,he would then share the remaining information he has. Did he go to England or not... he said no, but if you talk to some of our firemen and or a local newspaper reporter from the Pilot the answer might not be the same. We all heard the pitch where we could buy the book and why it was autographed. Is he making any money from the book who really cares. The Argos community has a cloud hanging over our heads with two unsolved murders. It sounds like I'm aginst the solving of this crime ... not true. The bottom line for all of us should be the arrest of the correct individule in this situation.
Posted by: anon Location: argos on Jan 25, 2009 at 10:50 PM
Good question..... well, will you Mr. Crowell?
Posted by: Anonymous Location: Argos on Jan 25, 2009 at 08:25 PM
My question is this. Will the author make a public apology to the passerby and his family, with news cameras rolling, if he is ruled out as a suspect by the ISP?
Posted by: Anon, too Location: Bourbon on Jan 25, 2009 at 07:06 PM
If this story is true to fact, then the perpetrator needs to pay his dues. If found innocent after the state police get through with their investigation, he needs to be exonerated and left alone. How many others looked innocent until proven guilty? Ted Bundy, John Wayne Gacy, Dahmer?
Posted by: dedife Location: Marshall County on Jan 24, 2009 at 07:56 PM
As far as the meeting tomorrow afternoon, what do you all see happening there? Will it just be a book-signing? Will the author actually differentiate the fiction from the nonfiction? Will he answer our questions or not even take questions? Can you see it turning into a shouting match between the friends and foes of The Passerby? Do you think The Passerby will have the nerve to attend? Any ideas?
Posted by: Gray Panthers on Jan 24, 2009 at 03:32 PM
Since the Christmas program was obviously during school hours, that would mean that it was also during typical work hours as well. How many parents actually took off work to attend that? Seems to me that only a handful of parents would have had the luxury to do so. If there weren’t that many parents there, it seems like it would have been easier to remember who was or was not there.
Posted by: null Location: MC on Jan 23, 2009 at 01:10 PM
Dedife, Sometimes even a family member or a next door neighbor can fool us. Let's just all be patient, and let the ISP do their job. When the murderer/pedifile is finally off the streets, I'm sure all the hostilities will settle. Again we must thank Mr. Crowel for getting this case the attention that it should have had 22 yrs. ago.
Posted by: dedife Location: Marshall County on Jan 23, 2009 at 09:50 AM
This author can hide behind the "fiction" label and attribute any ugly thing he wants to any of the characters. I agree with Serprico in that he's put his own quotes to the characters in the book, bringing resentments and hostilities where there should be none. Calling himself a Hoosier doesn't give him free reign - but we've given him this power and we need to reclaim it. We'll be neighbors long after Thomas Crowel has his day, and we need to remember that. Whom have we counted on throughout our lives - the families next door and across the street or Thomas Crowel?
Posted by: Mars Location: Ohio on Jan 22, 2009 at 09:16 AM
I will agree with serprico to a point, that point being "Brandi deserves justice and it really doesn't matter who solves the case, it's about Brandi!...Lets take a deep breath, set back and let the ISP do their work." The ISP will need time to investigate and ANY who have what they believe might help need to get that information to the ISP. I for one am glad that Mr. Crowell decided to investigate and "Monday morning quarterback" the Marshall County Sheriffs office. If he had not then I fear that this case would have been just where it has been for the last 22 years, in a dusty box on a shelf.
Posted by: anon Location: Argos on Jan 21, 2009 at 10:20 PM
Well said serprico!!!
Posted by: serprico Location: argos on Jan 21, 2009 at 04:05 PM
I've have the opportunity to read the book and have basically taken it at face value. A concern that I have is pitting one neighbor against another in Argos. What if, just what if, the finger being pointed to a specific individual in the book is purely fictional like this book? Brandi deserves justice and it really doesn't matter who solves the case, it's about Brandi! It's easy to Monday morning quarterback when your not familuar with law enforcement. Lets take a deep breath, set back and let the ISP do their work.
Posted by: HemiLover Location: Michigan Rd. on Jan 21, 2009 at 12:36 PM
I hate to give away a good ending, but in the movie version, one of the ISP investigators who does know how to cross i's and dot t's finds that the book's author just happen to be "passing" through the area on the day of the girl's murder.
Posted by: dlm Location: WARSAW on Jan 21, 2009 at 12:12 PM
dedlife- I completely agree with you. Mr. Crowell should have proofread. I have made errors in my postings. Particularly the last three, but only because I wanted all of my posts to appear together. So, I hurried through them. But, I did catch all of the grammatical errors. He does not use proper grammar, and that just happens to be one of my Pet Peeves when I hear people talk, or even read the mistakes. I also believe that this book did "tie together too nicely". Maybe he made things up for people in California to have a better read? And I have never met a pastor who would point a finger, and slander any individual without a proper investigation....Does that make sense?
Posted by: Mike Location: Plymouth on Jan 21, 2009 at 12:12 PM
The reason the book seemed to be tied up neatly is because it is FICTION!
Posted by: Anonymous on Jan 21, 2009 at 11:14 AM
THis blogging has gone on far to long. Why not sit back and let the ISP do their job for a white. The comments lately have been to angry and slamming. It was interesting a first. Now it is getting out of hand
Posted by: dedife Location: Marshall County on Jan 21, 2009 at 09:09 AM
My point is this: after reading the book several times, there’s something that just doesn’t “sit right.” I don’t think that I’ve completely sorted it out yet, but these two things I know. And, I think if you all would admit it, after you finished reading, there was at least a part of you that thought it was all tied up just a little too neatly. I certainly want this case solved, and I’m glad that the book has brought attention to the fact that there are still murderers walking the streets, our streets. The same ones our children walk.
Posted by: dedife Location: Marshall County on Jan 21, 2009 at 09:08 AM
Also, how many pastors do you know that go about saving souls in the same manner as this one? To say that the purpose of writing the book was to offer salvation to the murderer somehow misses the mark. It’s almost used as a justification for castigating this one individual - something I’ve not seen in a minister until this one. Perhaps I’m in the minority, or just got my lessons wrong, but my teachings in the church were not that our spirits hover here on this earth, but go on to a better place (or worse, depending, of course). I can understand an author using Brandie’s spirit to urge him on, but I cannot believe a true man of God would or could intentionally lead others to wrong teachings.
Posted by: dedife Location: Marshall County on Jan 21, 2009 at 09:07 AM
First of all, please be aware that I am in no way defending The Passerby. My children were his students, and they thought him weird, but weird does not a murderer make. However, it was stated early on that most twelve-year-olds could do a better job of writing, and I agree. Don’t authors have proofreaders, editors, and other professionals to ensure that their work is grammatically correct? Did this particular author believe that he had to “talk down” to his audience, i.e. us? I find it abhorrent that an uneducated country bumpkin (that seems to be a popular term) like me feels a need to go through and correct his punctuation and grammar.
Posted by: Moved away on Jan 21, 2009 at 07:58 AM
First, thanks to everyone for the entertaining postings! It's become more like a soap opera site. Don't lose the focus here -- an innocent child was brutally murdered and the murderer continues to walk among us today enjoying life. What needs to come out of this whole ordeal is: the murderer needs to be identified and punished, the Marshall County Sheriffs department needs to be investigated and the ineptness corrected and the Marshall County Prosecutors office needs to be investigated -- yes the prosecutors office. Why so many years ago did this murder, as well as the others, get shoved under a rug until now? For too many years the departments have been run as anonymous said like little kingdoms and not to protect the people in the communitiees they are meant to SERVE. I pray hard everyday that the Indiana State Police investigators will be able to resolve this cold case, and possibly the others.
Posted by: Anonymous Location: Plymouth on Jan 20, 2009 at 11:54 AM
I only hope that at least the Marshall County Sheriff's office and the Marshall county legal system will finally be put under a microscope by an outside entity like the ISP. Too long have the powers at be in Marshall County been left to run thier little kingdom.
Posted by: dlm Location: WARSAW on Jan 19, 2009 at 11:41 PM
There are 3 men whom I believe could be suspects. ( I will not mention their names) If the Passerby did commit this horrific crime, then, yes, he should be punshied, and many of us will have to deal with the reality that the man we saw everyday, was indeed, a pedafile and murderer. But keep in mind, when you read the comments stating the book is not all true, or not based on facts....understand that it really MIGHT NOT be. I'm not defending the alleged "Passerby", I just want everyone to keep an open mind, instead of pointing a finger. We are not trained Police detectives. No individual outside of the ISP knows all the facts, or even knows what ALL evidence there is. I think we should thank Mr. Crowell for bring attention to this long overdue unsolved murder. However, lingering on every word he says is not morally right, nor healthy for anyone involved. Thanks
Posted by: dlm Location: WARSAW on Jan 19, 2009 at 11:38 PM
I know for a fact that, in reality, those remarks were never said to Mr. Crowell. He DID sensationalize, which I think is very important for everyone to understand. Now, I have to question Mr. Crowell's intentions. He is pointing a finger, invoking a public lynching, but yet, some things he said in the book, are just not true. If the "librarian story" was not true, what else is a lie? I want everyone to understand that many of "facts", are not facts at all. I applaud Mr. Crowell for ringing attention to the murder of that poor innocent little girl. However, I think he went about it the wrong way. If indeed he got a confession from the alleged Passerby, he should have immediately turned over his evidence to the proper authorities, instead of publishing it for all to see, WITHOUT a "proper" investigation first. I do feel, after I learned some facts about hte book, that he is slandering a "potentially" innocent man.
Posted by: dlm Location: WARSAW on Jan 19, 2009 at 11:35 PM
I have made many posts on here. However, I have become alot more open minded and empathetic. I am a former student of the alleged passerby. I have a hard time grasping the fact that the man who taught me on a daily basis, as well as field trips and FFA club lunches, could be a potential killer and rapist of an eleven year old girl. I read the book, and fell into the belief that everything Thomas Crowell wrote was true. However, where the alleged Passerby teaches now, where I went to school, he was not looked at as "weird". Everyone wanted to join his FFA club. And everyone I knew loved him. (Keep in mind: my graudating class was only 51). He was a nice guy that made school fun. We went on "field trips" that taught us a lot, and everyone loved them. I liked him as a teacher. It's just very hard for me tod ealw ith this if the "accusations are true." However, here is an interesting twist. The librarian in the book mentioned many things about the Passerby.
Posted by: dedife Location: Marshall County on Jan 19, 2009 at 08:53 PM
I repeat my question: if you only had one opportunity and limited time, where exactly would you go in the house to find the DNA?
Posted by: anon Location: Argos on Jan 19, 2009 at 07:40 PM
Well... if he is guilty, so be it! But you think you can be jury and judge and also the executioner. Wow, and when did you become such a professional, CSI school? LOL....... All I am saying is, may the right person be found guilty. I am not defending the guilty. But you, and many others on these blogs, are neither qualified or the least bit sympathetic to someone's character being run amuck in this forum. Obviously you didn't read correctly or comprehend what I wrote. God forbid we have a sick person out there that could strike again at any time. I hope the DO catch the person that is guilty!!! And maybe you should listen more or think twice befoe speaking out.
Posted by: fongo on Jan 19, 2009 at 06:05 PM
SHS, We are all evidently wanted to SHUT UP. Let's put our collective heads in the sand again huh? Thank goodness that you have an inside track on the investigation. More mad dogs and Englishmen? ANON 4:06. Just love it. "IF HE ISN'T THE KILLER". Watch your heinie, your sort of on the fence. Oh, glad he is a real life character. BRANDIE IS NOT. Have a nice day.
Posted by: anon Location: Argos on Jan 19, 2009 at 04:06 PM
The problem her is this,The Passerby is a real live character, and in many of the blogs is being finger-pointed as being the killer. Can you put yourself in his place? If it were you, and you WERE innocent, how upset would you be? And just an FYI, I don't even know the guy, but do know people that have known him in the past. Come on people, let the police do their jobs, and leave the lynching alone. The man deserves a public appology if he isn't the killer, and who are we to judge that, by only the rumors, these sometimes vicious blogs, and a book that isn't even completely factual. So much so, that a person not involved somewhat involved would not know what is fact and what is not. It was a heinous crime, and someone shold pay, I hope the ISP figure out who did it and they are punished to the full extent of the law. Pointing fingers and name calling/dropping is childs play. Grow up people.
Posted by: Cheryl on Jan 19, 2009 at 04:04 PM
I fail to see why people put so much faith in Mr. Crowel. Is it because he is pictured wearing a clerical collar on his website? He isn't a good enough writer to come up with an original story line, so he has to take a real event and fictionalize it. Remember The DaVinci Code? A lot of people got taken in by that one, too. I never understood why Brandie's parents left her home alone after the Hulse murder. I lived in fear of strangers and kept my children close--alot of us did. I never believed that the passerby had anything to do with Brandie's murder.
Posted by: A viewer on Jan 19, 2009 at 03:36 PM
I fail to understand the hostility of some people posting here. The book has gotten the attention of the Indiana State Police and they are now looking into the case for the FIRST time EVER. Isn't this a good thing? If it weren't for Mr. Crowel having the guts to put his book out there for all to see, NOTHING would have ever been done for this little girl. NOTHING. Peace, SHS, peace.
Posted by: WNDU, did you catch this? Location: Error or on purpose? on Jan 19, 2009 at 02:21 PM
Did anyone notice the discrepancy in the local Marshall County paper (January 14, 2009) titled ISP: Fresh set of eyes may help Peltz case? I was awaiting a clarification or correction, but none was ever made. Instead, the general manager of the paper wrote a column bashing Mr. Crowel’s book as gossip in the Jan 17-18 edition. Here is the quote in question (cut and pasted from the online edition): “Television station WNDU interviewed Crowel and quoted him as saying the Indiana State Police had reviewed the case from time to time. However, that statement was contradicted by the ISP Detective Tom Littlefield, who is now looking into the matter. Crowel also said he did not say the ISP was involved at any time. Crowel said he has now talked to Littlefield and has given him information that he had gathered. Indiana State Police Public Information Officer Trent Smith clarified the ISP’s involvement with the case. “ (Wasn't it the SHERIFF that said "ISP reviews time to time"?
Posted by: SHS Location: Then and now on Jan 19, 2009 at 12:54 PM
The "author confirms"?!! 1) did he confirm that it was the same phone?! 2) Listen people, his story is made up from fragments of rumors. He is not a professional investigator. - hello? The police have names that you haven't even heard of (names, by the way, that haven't been made up)! If you really want Brandi (that's her name you know) if you really want her to have peace, start now! Shut up already, and Mr. Crowell, you can take that as a personal invitation.
Posted by: dedife Location: Marshall County on Jan 19, 2009 at 08:17 AM
If you only had one opportunity and limited time, where exactly would you go in the house to find the DNA? The author confirms the fact that the phone is still in the same place in the kitchen. He obtains "some dark red scrapings and a splinter of wood." Any thoughts?
Posted by: anon Location: Argos on Jan 18, 2009 at 11:42 PM
Well, I for one will not attend. I definately don't want to go to listen to someone talk about the Argos community. Especially since he does not reside here. I have lived here more that 25 years. The main topic of these blogs has been to have the case reopened, and it has been. Enough said.
Posted by: CRC Location: Marshall County on Jan 18, 2009 at 06:38 PM
Dedife - Like nothing has happened.
Posted by: Open Mind on Jan 18, 2009 at 06:34 PM
Yes, I have no doubt that Mr Crowel will be there. No, the B&R building is not big enough but where else could the meeting be held? I believe he will be discussing a number of topics concerning the book, himself, and our community. I cannot think of anything other than that. I guess we will have to go and see for ourselves.
Posted by: Ted Location: Argos on Jan 18, 2009 at 06:09 PM
I agree the B&R Building is to small for this event. I had heard that it was going to be in a country church until friends of the passerby put a stop to that.
Posted by: Anonymous on Jan 18, 2009 at 02:41 PM
Does anyone know for sure that Mr. Crowell will be in Argos on the 25th for this so-called meeting? Does anyone know what exactly it will cover if he does come? Does anyone else think that the B&R building is way way too small for this meeting? Peace for "Trudie" is on the horizon.
Posted by: dedife Location: Marshall County on Jan 16, 2009 at 07:54 PM
There has been speculation on both boards about him taking the semester off, and someone even reported that his wife had lost her job. So, CRC, is he acting just like nothing has happened or is there a fine line of sweat beads on his upper lip?
Posted by: fongo Location: Argos on Jan 16, 2009 at 07:24 PM
Is it true that the "passreby" has taken some time off from his position? If so, was it his decision or a suggestion from the school? If he is still in his teaching role, forgive my question.
Posted by: Anonymous on Jan 16, 2009 at 06:07 PM
DNA, who collected this evidence 22 years ago? Dont you think had there been DNA, it would have been tested against suspects and people of interest? I dont think there is any DNA. If there was DNA I would be surprised if a proper chain of custody was maintained. Detective Yokalett and Grisswell(spelling) what say you?
Posted by: CRC Location: Marshall County on Jan 16, 2009 at 05:50 PM
Who said he has taken a semester off? As of Jan. 14 the "passerby" was still working at Triton - I also work there, I spoke with him that day at the school, and he is definitely still employed there. He wouldn't go on administrative leave as he is not an administrator. So many rumors flying around, carried on by some of the same people Mr. Crowel interviewed - one wonders if what was said to Mr. Crowel was fueled by rumors from 20 years ago. Unless something has changed in the last two days we were off due to weather, there's no truth to "a mom's" posting from Columbia City on Jan. 16th.
Posted by: a mom Location: Columbia City on Jan 16, 2009 at 12:06 PM
Does anyone know the whereabouts of the "passerby" since he has taken a semester off, does anyone think he will skip town?
Posted by: Open Mind on Jan 15, 2009 at 11:07 PM
Chris: The author has family buried at Maple Grove and that is where he will be buried as well. Haven't you ever gone to a cemetery to visit a loved ones grave? I'm sure he wasn't "hanging out". Haven't you ever seen a childs headstone and wondered why they died so young? I have.
Posted by: chris Location: argos on Jan 15, 2009 at 08:08 PM
Nobody ever said to let the case die. All anyone has said is don't take the word of a salesman to "solve" the case. If the police can find real evidence then yes it will be great. But to take this book as proof is stupid. There is no real evidence in it. It's gossip and speculation. No the salesman never lived in Argos, he never was in that house. that is more gossip. He somehow heard about this case and decided it sounded good for his book. nobody hangs around in graveyards waiting for "something to speak to them"
Posted by: A viewer on Jan 15, 2009 at 06:41 PM
dedife: the ISP starts from scratch with their interviews, but I'm sure they'll use the book to steer them to the right people. After all, the book IS what caught their attention in the first place. Justice for Brandie!
Posted by: dedife Location: Marshall County on Jan 15, 2009 at 03:59 PM
So, the ISP are now on the case and they've been talking with the author. My question is this: can they just accept the evidence that he's gathered or do they have to reinterview all the cast of characters in the book?
Posted by: Chris Location: Plymouth on Jan 15, 2009 at 12:29 PM
It needs to be solved regardless. If the "passerby" isn't guilty than let's figure out who is. If he, than I guess God help him because he is going to need it. People need to stop worrying about defending him so much and help him prove himself innocent if that is really the truth. The most impotant thing is that an unsolved 22 yr. old murder is finally being looked at again & if it can be solved than lets do it. Leting it rest isn't the answer just so you can make the "passerby" feel better. The book claims their is DNA evidence to support the facts than what is the hold up - get the evidence and let's get the ball going. I truly hope for the passerby's sake that he is innocent but if not....time to pay is LONG over due!!
Posted by: Brian Location: Argos on Jan 15, 2009 at 09:01 AM
Mr.Crowell had family live in this house Years past. By peace in this case is ment it to come to a end with a conviction.
Posted by: Bryan Location: Argos on Jan 14, 2009 at 09:16 PM
I can't understand why people would ever want this to die. I know when I read the comments from people saying let it rest what are they hiding. As for all the people saying let the police do there jobs we tried that once and all we got were lies. I am glad for this book, wndu and anyone that is not letting it die. These people may not have all the answers but there not just giving up and letting a murder and a child molester go. I would also like to see an internal investigation into mcsd.
Posted by: Brian Location: Argos on Jan 14, 2009 at 08:59 PM
Lets pray that we can have peace in this case.
Posted by: anon Location: Argos on Jan 14, 2009 at 08:54 PM
I had recently heard that Crowell once lived in Argos in the same house that Brandi Peltz lived in. IS there any truth to that? I find it curious that this person was wondering thru the cemetary and happened upon her headstone and said, hmmm, wondewr what happened here, let me look into this.... any thoughts on that?
Posted by: Anonymous on Jan 14, 2009 at 06:53 PM
It is my understanding that the Indiana State police are only on the case if they are the first to arrive at a seen. Other than that they have to be invited by the county officers to help with the investigation.
Posted by: Anonymous on Jan 14, 2009 at 06:24 PM
Anonymous: Besides reeking of sarcasm, you contradict yourself. You want justice, yet for the last 22 years, guess what - the police HAVEN'T been doing their job. With the recent media coverage, that is quite apparent. If it weren't for Mr. Crowel's book NOTHING would have been done EVER. I say, God Bless the man!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: Anonymous on Jan 14, 2009 at 04:52 PM
What happened in our town was horrible. Yes we all want justice. But pointing fingers and placing blame of innocent people who try to help and do good things with honest intentions will not help anyone. Did anyone even Mr. Crowell stop to think who he would be hurting. Let the police do there job people. Let the Peltz geive. Things such as these are hard enough with out busy bodies on a witch hunt ruining others good names and character. So why don't you leave good enough alone and let the professionals do there jobs. If your still hungry for a mystery why don't you catch a C.S.I marathon.
Posted by: Anonymous on Jan 14, 2009 at 04:32 PM
if they haven't figured it after 20 years they never will
Posted by: Lou Location: Argos on Jan 14, 2009 at 03:50 PM
Would it be a waste of time if it had happened to your family ?
Posted by: Anonymous on Jan 14, 2009 at 01:47 PM
waste of time worry about current events not the past!
Posted by: BTH Location: SBN on Jan 14, 2009 at 12:25 PM
It's never too late for justice for those who can't speak for themselves. It is my hope that some peace can be delivered to the family.
Posted by: Judy Location: Plymouth, formerly Argos on Jan 14, 2009 at 10:21 AM
We also went to church at the Argos Wesleyan Church. We were close to Brandi and to her family. Knew the dad's family since I was a child. After all of these years, I pray that people will finally come forth and let Brandi receive the peace that she deserves. The parents also need to know the truth and that everyone else does too. I always felt that the person still lives in Argos. I can also relate back to the Darlene Hulse murder, so I look forward to this murder also being investigated. It is about time that things get solved and not just shoved under the rug like they have been for so many years. We go to the cemetery many times and I still feel a pang in my heart when I see those two grave stones. We should all be praying for all involved and especially for the police who are investigating. I am thankful that Mr. Crowel came upon the gravesite and wrote the book, which I am reading myself, if you had not stopped, thre may never have been anything brought up.
Posted by: Ray Location: Plymouth on Jan 14, 2009 at 09:01 AM
Well one thing for sure the Indiana State Police and Prosecutor Holmes have now been publicly and professionally invited to do their job. I think it is now expected that they find the truth what ever it may be.I wish them the best and the family closure.
Posted by: dedife Location: Marshall County on Jan 14, 2009 at 08:09 AM
The Plymouth Pilot's headlines for Tuesday were about the reopening of this case. I think that law enforcement is in the hot seat!
Posted by: Anonymous on Jan 13, 2009 at 10:25 PM
Argos officials had nothing in this, The Sheriffs Dpet wouldnt let anyone near this case back then. Can someone confirm the Hulse homicide was handled by ISP?? I thought that was a Sheriff case as well.
Posted by: tas Location: argos on Jan 13, 2009 at 09:21 PM
WOW.. Tension is running high everywhere. I do not care who the "passerby" is or was or where he has been. All that matters is that the ISP finally gives "Trudie" the peace she deserves. Thanks to WNDU, Mr. Crowell, and everyone who added a little to make enough noise to re-open this case. Prayers for "Trudie" and anyone working to solve this case and to the passerby prayers to you too for what you will endure once justice is served upon you.
Posted by: anon Location: Goshen on Jan 13, 2009 at 09:09 PM
I know nothing about this case but there must be DNA if ISP is willing to stick their necks out!
Posted by: chris Location: argos on Jan 13, 2009 at 08:22 PM
Well even though i still don't agree with this author/salesman he did get someone to take notice so at least some good does come out of it. But the only thing that bothers me that is if the isp doesn't come to conclusion that alot of the readers of this book want then its not going to help much. But at least it will be fact and not just gossip
Posted by: jon scott Location: plymouth on Jan 13, 2009 at 08:00 PM
why is it taking so long to solve for? just thought id ask
Posted by: Former Argos Resident Location: Kosciusko County on Jan 13, 2009 at 07:57 PM
Finally! Thank you Indiana State Police for taking over this investigation! Obviously, it was too much for the Marshall County/Argos officials back then AND today. Finally, Brandie will be able to rest in peace. Thank you to all of those who were involved in bringing attention to this "cold case". The killer has gotten away with this long enough!
Posted by: Proud SBPD on Jan 13, 2009 at 07:56 PM
Leave it to the "professionals" you crime-scene wannabes.
Posted by: null Location: Marshall Co. on Jan 13, 2009 at 07:42 PM
Me, you are right , most of us probably have no experience in solving a murder, or any crime for that matter.----But all it takes is just for one person with the right tip to be the key to getting this murder solved. So anyone with any bit of information that may help the ISP in solving this, please get in touch with them.----And-oh-yeah, We are really happy to hear that the case has been reopened-after 22 years.
Posted by: kellie Location: argos, in on Jan 13, 2009 at 07:40 PM
i hope they get the guy.. i also hope the cops told brandi's parents first. i remember watching them bringing her out of the house.
Posted by: Me on Jan 13, 2009 at 06:45 PM
Good Lord. Would you all listen to yourselves? Do any of you have experience in solving murders? Do any of you have experience in solving any crime at all?! Let the professionals solve this one and stop inferring that you know exactly what happened. Only God, Brandi, and the murder know that. So unless you are either of those three, keep your opinions to yourself and simply keep on with posts saying how happy you are to hear the case is reopened, not all this He said She said nonsense.
Posted by: To: to you know it @8:48am on Jan 13, 2009 at 05:23 PM
I think you proved a point for the other side. In your post you criticize another poster’s writing skills, but after that, when you got to the name dropping part, you weren’t very clear. What it sounds like you were trying to say (paraphrased) was this; “Why would anyone in Argos cover up for the Peltz’s? They don’t have a big shot name.” So are you saying that high profile names DO have cover up privileges? Maybe a name like ‘Wiersma’? Wiersma, for those of you who have not read the book, is a fictitious name the author of Passerby uses for a “big shot Marshall County name”, This was the name of a law official who worked on the case. One who, as it just came out in the news, lied to Channel 16, saying State Police review the case from time to time.)
Posted by: Anonymous on Jan 13, 2009 at 05:19 PM
I dont understand. ISP knew about this case but it took then 22 years to get involved? It is common knowledge that MCSD and ISP do not get along, they didnt get along 22 years ago and still do not. So it wasnt like the ISP was worried about stepping on toes, I dont get it.
Posted by: roomy on Jan 13, 2009 at 05:14 PM
At least there`s still hope now,not just another cold-case ......
Posted by: Anonymous on Jan 13, 2009 at 05:04 PM
To Gary..no he was not married in a matter of months. It was years.
Posted by: Laurie Location: bremen on Jan 13, 2009 at 04:34 PM
It is about time. I worked with brandi's mom at walmart and there isn't a year that goes by without her mom breaking down when it comes to birthday's holidays, etc. Every year on her (Brandi's) birthday her dad goes and paints her lamb and then they celebrate christmas by watching movies, which was brandi's favorite thing to do. As for the person who asked about the parents.... Brandi's parents tried and tried to get the state police involved so do not blame them. Thank you thank you to all who have reopened this case, to you sweet dear Brandi, may you finally rest in peace. You were so young and fragile. God bless you mom and dad Your ex-co worker
Posted by: Patti Location: Indianapolis on Jan 13, 2009 at 03:17 PM
I remember this like it was yesterday. Shock and fear ran through the town of Argos. Sadness at a little girl lost so young. I hope they can finally do justice and find the killer and let the courts find the right justice.
Posted by: SHS Location: Round about on Jan 13, 2009 at 03:15 PM
TO: Posted by: anonymous 2 Location: former Marshall county resident on Jan 12, 2009 at 07:30 PM - If you are who I think you are, let me say that I haven't read this book (don't want to) but from my sources it is either very misleading or just plain wrong.
Posted by: Gary Location: Argos on Jan 13, 2009 at 03:11 PM
God has plan for everything? Sorry but I do not buy that bit of BS when a child is raped and strangled and her house set on fire to cover evidence. Or Hulse being bludgeoned to death and leaving her children with out a mother. What part of ANY murder would make someone think God wanted that for any reason? I am a believer but I am not so blinded by religeon to think God had anything to do with murdering a child or a mother with brutal evil force. You've been brainwashed if you think that God planned such a thing to happen. yes the poor man lost his wife and mother to his children but she was pretty quickly replaced. Wasn't he remarried with in a couple of months? And to the person who 'was there from the beginning' in the Peltz murder case. Just because you were there doesn't mean it was not botched.
Posted by: Open Mind Location: Argos on Jan 13, 2009 at 02:38 PM
There is no public lynching going on here. We are all adults and just want the truth to be known. It is because of the book that this case is even getting attention like it or not. The ISP is better equipped with the resources for solving crimes and I believe that NO murder case should go cold before allowing the ISP to take look at it. Apparently, the ISP does not look into these cases until the county invites them to. I understand that no murder in Marshall County has had the Indiana State Police involved (until now). I am not convinced that there has been a big "cover up" by the MC Sheriff Dept. I just think that once they ran out of leads/evidence asking for help from another agency is in order for the sake of the victim and their family.
Posted by: Thinking of you Brandi Location: Argos on Jan 13, 2009 at 02:29 PM
It really does not matter if the sherrifs office or the locals or other people messed up this investigation. What matters is that Brandi deserves justice. Whom ever killed her deserves to pay for what they have done. As far as pointing fingers,The Author of "The Passerby" does not use real names, and I think that anyone with factual evidence whould contact the ISP with only the facts. Thus preventing another he says, she says investigation. Their have been many changes in technology in the last 22 years and maybe this new technology will help put Brandi's spirit to rest. As for the ISP drawing the same investigative conclusion as the Sheriff's Department, I would have to assume that we the people will pray a little harder, that the person/persons that did this will come forward and confess. (doubtfull!) Miracles happen everyday. Brandi deserved longer than 2 weeks of investigation. Mr.Crowell did not ask for a public lynching. The People of this community asked for the right to know.
Posted by: D Location: Argos on Jan 13, 2009 at 02:11 PM
I think the right thing to now is pray the guilty are brought to justice and innocent cleared.
Posted by: observer Location: marshall county on Jan 13, 2009 at 01:30 PM
The last guy to see Brandi alive was the nephew to the policeman. Interesting that everyone was told the stat police have always been involved and now we see they were not. Huh! Why would you cover-up for the local ag teacher (passerby)? Now a relative, interesting!!! Oh, he drove a green car, wow weren't they looking for a green car in the Hulse murder? The car was destroyed(compacted) Why? A lot needs to be investigated. Marshall County police sure mislead channel 16
Posted by: dedife Location: Marshall County on Jan 13, 2009 at 01:29 PM
To you know it, why were the parents no help? I mean, that's what doesn't make any sense. Not only that, but in a murder investigation, do you actually get a choice on whether or not you're going to be cooperative? I understand trying to be sensitive to their feelings, but...
Posted by: 2 Pennies Location: Argos on Jan 13, 2009 at 01:19 PM
I imagine that a dictionary and a creative writing book should be by my side, but here goes. I really could care less about the families that were named in a prior post. Brandie is the one that should be focused on at this time. I have no real feelings one way or the other regarding the "Passerby". Is he a little out there? I'd say yes. Let the ISP do their investigation and see what happens. Maybe there will be no additional findings, but lets give Brandie another chance at justice. I hope and pray that there will finally be an end to this case and someone is found to be responsible. Name slinging and posts on grammtical issues sure will not help the case. My two cents.
Posted by: Jack Location: Plymouth on Jan 13, 2009 at 12:48 PM
I question why anybody would listen to a man who says he stumbled upon a grave and decided justice needed done. Lets start with common sense obviously the State Police and Prosecutor have none and anon your right Mr. Crowell has started the ball rolling on no justice for anyone.
Posted by: anon Location: Marshall County on Jan 13, 2009 at 11:28 AM
So, what are you people going to do if, the ISP agrees with the prosecutor and investigators from 1986 there is not enough evidence to prosecute anybody for this crime??? Will Mr. Crowell over see the public lynching that is getting started??
Posted by: Vanessa on Jan 13, 2009 at 11:08 AM
You know what? Some people deal with situations the best way they know how. People turn to their religion for acceptance. God has a plan for everything. This poor man just lost his wife, best friend, and mother of his 3 little girls. He had to deal with the pain somehow to be able to care for the girls. No matter what he could have said, people would have tried to spin into something it wasnt. By the way, ISP was in charge of investigating the murder.
Posted by: Anonymous Location: Argos on Jan 13, 2009 at 08:51 AM
WATCH the name dropping! Think of the person this stupid book has pointed the finger at, THE BOOK IS NOT THE POLICE, JUDGE OR JURY!!! Brandie and her family need and deserve justice BUT they need to make sure the get the right person and not just a scapegoat!!
Posted by: To you know it... on Jan 13, 2009 at 08:48 AM
Your comment should read; "That's great." (notice the period?)"We" (got a mouse in your pocket?) "all know the Marshall County Sheriff's Office" (it's called a Department) "couldn't" (notice where the apostrophy is?) "investigate their" (notice the spelling?) "way out of a box." The boys in brown from Marshall are the awesome, obviously your case just didn't turn out the way you wanted it to. I'm sick of everyone ASSuming the Sheriff's Department botched the investigation. They did what they could with what they had. I know, because I was there from day one. I'm also sick of the big cover up theory. Covering up what and why? It's not like the Peltzs' were Eby's or O'Dells' or Chamberlins. Sorry I went off, I'm just tired of people making stupid accusations about something they know ZILCH about. These guys worked night and day for almost two weeks gathering evidence, talking to people and getting no help from the parents. NONE. Alright. I'm done.
Posted by: anon. Location: plymouth on Jan 13, 2009 at 08:42 AM
I agree, what about the Hulse murder can we get this one solved? Also Marshall County and the city what about the Dairy Queen murder that was never solved as well.
Posted by: Gary Location: Argos on Jan 13, 2009 at 07:33 AM
I also have wondered about the Hulse case. I remember when that happened being struck by the husbands comment less then 2 months later saying it was Gods plan. Can't remember the exact wording in the paper but a man who just lost his wife and mother of his children is such a brutal horrible manner saying such a thing was odd to me. That case was likely botched by MCPD too. These murders do not have anything to do with God or his plan. This is something evil at work. I hope ISP can get this solved and if they can't, I hope he FBI gets involved. Does anyone know if Mike is still working at Triton? I heard he was on administrative leave.
Posted by: Missy Location: Marshall Co on Jan 12, 2009 at 11:38 PM
While they are at it, how about investigating the Darlene Hulse murder which left little children motherless and was 2 miles from Brandie's house. Mr Crowell, are you up for writing another book? You already know the majority of the players !
Posted by: dlm Location: WARSAW on Jan 12, 2009 at 11:35 PM
Praise the Lord. Thank you so much Mr. Crowell for bringing this investigation forward. We are so much closer now to FINALLY having peace for little Brandie. May this awful man be punished for the monstrous crime he committed. And lets just hope he doesn't use the "cop out" escape now. He deserves to see the inside of a prison cell for the rest of his life. His inmates will take care of him, as I'm sure they frown upon child rapists and murderers. But, his true judgement day may be the worst of all.... Again, thanks to Maureen McFadden, Thomas Crowell, and all others that helped in bringing this case back to life. We're almost there!
Posted by: Anonymous on Jan 12, 2009 at 11:09 PM
lets not turn this into an ISP/MCSD war. For once try working together, Can you hear me Sheriff Vanvactor, come off your high horse and get your head out of the clouds and do everything in your power to assist ISP with MCSD investigation, yeah I am sure this stings but get over it and get to work. We have a child killer living amoung us and he/she needs locked up. This gets solved it may just save your political career.
Posted by: Anonymous on Jan 12, 2009 at 11:02 PM
The thanks should be directed to David Holmes the Marshall County Prosecutor for turning this case over to ISP detectives. Of Course the book played a huge roll in this decision being made, so thanks goes to Mr. Crowel as well. I, like many want to see this case solved and justice for the little one who could not protect herself.
Posted by: debbie fowler Location: plymouth on Jan 12, 2009 at 10:09 PM
I am so glad to hear they are reviewing this case. I knew Brandy's dad when we were kids, and always felt bad for him and his family. This was a terrible crime that I feel should have been solved. Her parents and family must need closure for this and I am sure they have a very hard time going on with day to day life. My prayers go out to this family.
Posted by: Marshall Cty Resident Location: Plymouth on Jan 12, 2009 at 09:34 PM
Thank God this will finally be looked at again! Go ISP!
Posted by: you know it Location: plymouth on Jan 12, 2009 at 08:05 PM
thats great we know that the marshall county sherrif's office could'nt investigate there way out of a box.
Posted by: Well... Location: Plmouth on Jan 12, 2009 at 07:32 PM
Finally!! I will be waiting very impatiently. Go ISP. WNDU, please don't let this die. If there is any movement, please post. This is very important to me. Very important.
Posted by: Kim Location: Argos on Jan 12, 2009 at 07:31 PM
What a wonderful bit of news! I feel very thankful to those who have been persistent and for channel 16 for airing the story. I am not surprised by the news that the Marshall county police either lied about state police involvement or were so out of touch they had no clue what they were saying. How sad is that? I have a really good feeling that some 'real' detective work is finally about to take place in the case. I am looking forward to hearing developments on this. Prayers tonight for justice for Brandie.
Posted by: anonymous 2 Location: former Marshall county resident on Jan 12, 2009 at 07:30 PM
I attended the same church as Brandie Peltz... we were the same age...her murder affected many people back then and still does. I often think of her and have always wondered why they never arrested anyone. I remember the speculation back then and now I wonder if any of it could be true. Of course, back then 11 year olds weren't given all the facts. I hope the facts can come out now and the community and her family can finally have some answers. Brandie deserves to rest in peace and her family deserves to know the truth.
Posted by: Here Location: Argos on Jan 12, 2009 at 07:12 PM
Will justice finally be served?
Posted by: jw Location: mc on Jan 12, 2009 at 06:00 PM
Amen, let's pray that justice will be served. If what i read in the book is true, the individual who did this is very sick and demented.
Posted by: Gray Panthers on Jan 12, 2009 at 05:43 PM
Thank you, Channel 16!! Thank you Mr. Crowel, Kick,and associates. Bless all of you that continue your vigil here on the boards so that this does not die down again. We're almost there, Brandie. Go State Police!
Posted by: old time Argos resident on Jan 12, 2009 at 05:43 PM
Hooray, it's about time!!
Posted by: Anonymous Location: Argos on Jan 12, 2009 at 05:08 PM
Justice for Brandie is what everyone wants. I urge you, all of you who know any facts to share them with Det. Littlefield.
Posted by: chris Location: argos on Jan 12, 2009 at 04:59 PM
Well i hope this shuts some people up. but most likely not.

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