I'm not saying it's plausible or not but ... Shae left the house shortly after seven, the boyfriend came to the bus stop to give them a ride. I don't know what time that was, but it would presumedly be before 8:00. Our school starts at 7:50.
What would he, or could he have done during that time, where was she? Maybe in the trunk? What scenarios could be in play here? I know we all like to brainstorm.
Why would he call attention to the fact that she was missing that early in the day. He could have had all day to do whatever and cover it up and then report her missing after school and then find out she never made it to class, etc.
At this point, I just don't see him doing it. The window of opportunity was so small.
If she grew up thinking of him as a father and he raised her like a daughter, they would spend a lot of time together and it wouldn't be odd. The only thing that I think even could make it look funny is that she is missing. I'd like to know about his relationship with her older sister. The family spoke about him spending time with Shae, riding with her, etc. trying to shed a good light on him. You just never know how something will sound until it's said. Also, it said that they spent the days during the week with his family. That would be ok wouldn't it. Well I guess it depends on the family ... his mama, neices and nephews, etc. sure ... just his brothers, nephews, etc. well, maybe not so sure. See what I mean, it just really could go either way.
Ok, enough rambling, I don't even know where I was going with this. Just random thoughts I guess.