Did we learn nothing in the "other" case about sightings when people would not stop the person who they felt had a kidnapped child in their possession or follow them to get their tag number, etc.? There are going to be tips like this one from coast to coast and unless they are verifiable...they are not deemed credible in any way. There is a reason for that!!
Anyone who felt like the little girl was actually Haleigh would have done more to secure her, imo. There would be photos of the child, the perp, the car, and people would have immediately called 911 to the scene before they could just drive away.
I do not believe for a second it was Haleigh. The person would not be stupid enough to stop at Carrabas for a nice dine-in Italian meal so casually and let people see her. I don't blame the man for trying to shield her after what happened to all those innocent children in the "other" case.
I think it's possible that if Haleigh is still alive she could have been in this restaurant. I mean, she has to be somewhere, right?
IF someone sis kidnap her, then they may have been testing the waters to see if they were recognized. I would like to know whether they actually ordered food, just used the bathroom, how far from the building they were parked, things like that. If this person has been on the run with a kidnapped child for 10 days, possibly sleeping in their vehicle, more then likely running on empty from exhaustion and paranoia, they might not know how much atention this case has garnered. IF this mysterious someone has her, they will eventually have to start taking her out in public. (stranger abductions are rare, strangers that keep the abductee locked in a basement for years, even rarer.) Maybe they were rying to see if they were far enough away from the scene of the crime yet.
ETA: I think that it would be a shame to learn anything from that "other" case, since nothing about was the standard.
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Yes, I am here in GA and I have not heard about this on the radio or tv, ever. If I didn't read WS, I would think that the case was unknown outside of FL. Actually, it may be unknown to a lot of people, sadly.
It is a good idea for me to think about how I would handle a sighting if I ever have one. I guess ask the adult if he has jumper cables and get in his face and insist that I need his help. Or would you just flat out say "That child looks just like ****, is that your daughter/son?"[/QUOTE
My husband said the same thing tonight. If he thought he saw someone that was missing. He would walk up and ask for jumper cables or for directions. if the person started acting strange he would grab the child and run.
I told him they would probley put him in jail.
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Yes, I am here in GA and I have not heard about this on the radio or tv, ever. If I didn't read WS, I would think that the case was unknown outside of FL. Actually, it may be unknown to a lot of people, sadly.
It is a good idea for me to think about how I would handle a sighting if I ever have one. I guess ask the adult if he has jumper cables and get in his face and insist that I need his help. Or would you just flat out say "That child looks just like ****, is that your daughter/son?"[/QUOTE
My husband said the same thing tonight. If he thought he saw someone that was missing. He would walk up and ask for jumper cables or for directions. if the person started acting strange he would grab the child and run.
I told him they would probley put him in jail.
If I really thought it was a child that was missing who I saw, I would do more than just take a picture... I agree with your husband.
I also do not thank that a kidnapper is going to take the chance of going to a restaurant like Carrabas for a meal...... McDonald's drive through is more likely.
If I really thought it was a child that was missing who I saw, I would do more than just take a picture... I agree with your husband.
I also do not thank that a kidnapper is going to take the chance of going to a restaurant like Carrabas for a meal...... McDonald's drive through is more likely.
If the man and child seen were seen in the Carraba's then I agree with you on that poco. In fact, that thought came to me as soon as I heard it. I wasn't sure if the man and child were seen inside or just outside of the restaurant.
Carraba's isn't a likely place for a kidnapper to stop for a meal IMHO. For one it's pricey (at least to me, I worked at one for about 3 months one time) and it's a dine-in restaurant. Draw too much attention.
snippedDid we learn nothing in the "other" case about sightings when people would not stop the person who they felt had a kidnapped child in their possession or follow them to get their tag number, etc.? There are going to be tips like this one from coast to coast and unless they are verifiable...they are not deemed credible in any way. There is a reason for that!!
I just saw Misty interviewed by Matt Lauer on the Today Show and he asked her about her "cousin who lived in TN". Misty answered that she "don't know if he is involved. He has been in and out of trouble his whole life." Matt was taken aback by her answer.
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I think perhaps my point was missed here. I realize the circumstances are different. However, if someone believes they are seeing a child who has been kidnapped with the abductor...are they going to wait a week to call it in or are they going to try to get an immediate response from 911 and LE to save the child? Tag number, photos of the perp, or anything to identify the abductor while dialing 911 to get them on the scene goes towards a credible tip.snipped
There is a HUGE difference between the "other" case and this one. 31 days, and decomp.
A tip in this case is a lot more credible then the Anthony case where we all knew it was either a set-up by the defense, or someone else on the save KC's a$$ train. :wave:
I don't think I'm ready to pin this on anyone in the family yet, and I'm hoping for the best outcome.
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I think perhaps my point was missed here. I realize the circumstances are different. However, if someone believes they are seeing a child who has been kidnapped with the abductor...are they going to wait a week to call it in or are they going to try to get an immediate response from 911 and LE to save the child? Tag number, photos of the perp, or anything to identify the abductor while dialing 911 to get them on the scene goes towards a credible tip.
We saw time after time in the other case where people did wait and they did not have credible information to back up their claims. EVER!
Off Topic since this isn't about being a Wine & Food critic: Nice in the sense it is not some greasy-spoon. I didn't say expensive either, but to some people it is a bit pricey. I realize it is a chain, but I know many people who would only go to a Carrabas or Olive Garden on Birthdays or special occasions. The people in this case do not strike me as caring if it is a chain and would probably consider the food to be quite good. (I have had an excellent steak or two there myself.)
Did we learn nothing in the "other" case about sightings when people would not stop the person who they felt had a kidnapped child in their possession or follow them to get their tag number, etc.? There are going to be tips like this one from coast to coast and unless they are verifiable...they are not deemed credible in any way. There is a reason for that!!
Anyone who felt like the little girl was actually Haleigh would have done more to secure her, imo. There would be photos of the child, the perp, the car, and people would have immediately called 911 to the scene before they could just drive away.
I do not believe for a second it was Haleigh. The person would not be stupid enough to stop at Carrabas for a nice dine-in Italian meal so casually and let people see her. I don't blame the man for trying to shield her after what happened to all those innocent children in the "other" case.