Mmm. There is something about that, but I'm not sure I can put my finger on it here. Well, I guess they touch on it. The motivation (and the level of personal guilt, maybe; though not necessarily acceptance of legal culpability) has to be a factor in disposal. (Sorry, forgive me for stating the obvious to you old timers). Additionally, the, uh, weight of the parcel (bleh) may come into play, as well. I saw some statistics on murders of the under 6 crowd where the vast majority (70+% I think) of cases were a parent, iirc. Very interesting, thanks for sharing. I need to get my butt to the library, I think.
So, what level of guilt does this person have? What was her motivation? I tend to think abusive "accident" but how sadistic was the abuse? Just self serving abuse? She wants to believe she loves him but can't help herself? Then he's probably closer rather than further? But, I was just gobsmacked by the chloroform COD for Mariah. I am no good at getting into the mind of these folks. I don't know if meth was confirmed in her case, but the googling about it as it might relate to SA of a minor left me reeling. I still think the false Walmart sighting in her case broke it wide open. The "perfect plan" with the rehearsed lies was derailed with an unexpected worthwhile sighting of a little girl who fit the missing baby's description. I don't know what lie they'll need to catch EG in to break open Lucas's case. I hope it happens soon.
I've been thinking more about Dad, too. Liars who lie can be very convincing. I've really struggled with how he could wish previous abuse would be ignored for now. If he believes the previous abuse allegations are what ultimately pushed LE to make an arrest for child endangerment (previously investigated incidents can remain sort of dormant, on file, and should another complaint be made, the previous incident could come back to haunt you in DCF/CPS world, I believe). Maybe Dad feels/knows the only way to get an answer out of her would have been to give him time in the relative safety and comfort of their home to get her to crack. He might've been in denial before, or willing to give a second (third? umpteenth?) chance, but predicting that your defensive, gas-lighting, regretful, cycling, abusive partner will cross the line to murder.....might still have had faith at the beginning that he, and only he, could get the truth out of this person. Only time will tell what painful realizations he comes to. I will try not to judge him for the time being.
