Thanks for your comments. I can easily see where you're coming from, and you've correct too. I heard LE make those same statements myself.
I think what it all boils down to is that we are interpreting their statements differently.
I believe LE is far more invested in keeping all their information about any connections to themselves. I don't think they see the need to inform the public of anything that they feel might jeopardize their case.
The case comes first. The public comes second, (or third, or fourth, or whatever...)
As I said in a previous post, I don't think they are intentionally misleading the public, but the public is definitely not their priority. We're not supposed to be.
They will share with us ONLY what they want us to know. I'm fine with them doing that too if it helps catch the perp! I don't want information released that might tip off the perp of any knowledge of connections LE has of the two crimes.
They can say there are no connections forever if that keeps the perp in the dark too. Catching the perp, protecting their investigation is all that matters.
So I read between the lines. Doesn't mean I'm right. Maybe I'm reading something that isn't even there. Very possible!
You, on the other hand, interpret their statements literally. If they said it, they mean it. You might be absolutely correct too!
Please don't think I'm being snarky, or trying to throw any shade at you or anyone who doesn't share my opinion.
Your posts are good and well thought out. I enjoy reading them. On this point though, we will have to agree to disagree.
I never see it though as being on opposite 'sides' and I hope no one else does either.
We're all here for justice for the girls, pulling together, hoping to find any piece of the puzzle that might finally nail this guy!