Found Deceased NE - Sydney Loofe, 24, Lincoln, 15 Nov 2017 #2

[Jacquelineann]

From what I understand, they have access to the media (television and newsnewspaper) while being held in Saline County. I’m unsure of how much of that time they’re given each day. Seems like the media is the only outlet AT has to communicate with B.B. at this time.

 

[taurus79]

If AT did have connections to the Rulo Cult or was operating under a similar ideology (which is *advertiser censored* supremacy), how would BB's former life factor in considering most of her friends were black, and her child is mixed?

I had thought about this too as far as BB's prior relationship and child. Actually, I do also keep hearing/seeing the opinion that SL's death is a hate crime. Those who expressed that never expanded so I assumed they meant due to her female relationship preference. I just could not understand it and still don't really. But this was also before I had heard about the Rulo cult so I wonder if the comments about the hate crime were actually related to it.

 

[Tippy Lynn]

That's interesting! For what it's worth, the ryan group seems to have been interconnected with other similar groups, but that was 30 years ago

I could be wrong, but I don’t see a connection. I was thinking it was brought up because it’s a case that shook that area to the core. No matter how many years pass it’s probably something people will always bring up. JMO

 

[Knox]

He was asked about any cult involvement and he brings up Rulo cult and says that happened years ago. That doesn't answer the question (not that I expect him to admit to a cult connection). That is another example of how manipulators talk. They seem like they are answering, but they are not.

He says some weird thing about Rulo and then you think - well, of course he's not involved with that event from years ago....and your mind is where he wants it to be.

Like a magician - they make you look at the wrong hand.

He's a snake and can't talk straight. Luckily, LE seems calm, cool, and collected. They are not fooled.

jmo

Classic diversion tactic, look here-not there. Learned a lot about that in the Heather Elvis case, the Moorer's took that type of behavior to a whole new level!!

 

[thepinkdragon]

I disagree.
The enhanced licenses have an RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) chip embedded in the card. That chip uses radio signals to transmit information. These are unencrypted computer chips and they can be read from a distance of up to 30 feet. That’s why they come with a metal sleeve to block the radio signals. IMO this is outdated technology. I don’t know why it would be used when there’s better technology out there. Even text messages are encrypted.


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You actually are correct. My apologies as I was thinking about Integrated Circuit Card (ICC). I will go correct my posts, RFID and ICC are two different technologies.


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[thepinkdragon]

There is an RFID chip in smart cards that can be scanned or read by a token based smart card reader. Enhanced drivers licenses and other cards with bar codes can be used with scanners. There are NOT location (GPS) based antennas in them it is only for transmitting to the scanner or token readers. The data is encoded based on the bar code which is stored in DMV databases etc. The US military uses token based smart cards and even those don’t have a GPS based antenna.


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Correction to my posts:

RFID looks like a copper wire square that transmits information through RF, whereas Smart Cards use Integrated circuit cards (ICC) which contains the encryption token. ICC is the technology used in chip cards on the new credit cards. Even so, neither use GPS technology, which was the point.

I wasn’t thinking properly when I posted yesterday due to the news of Mikayla Norris, who is the daughter of my friend’s classmate that was found murdered yesterday.


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[molly1255]

I could be wrong, but I don’t see a connection. I was thinking it was brought up because it’s a case that shook that area to the core. No matter how many years pass it’s probably something people will always bring up. JMO

I'm not seeing a connection, either. I need to go back and review the videos posted by AT and BB, but I'm pretty sure AT brought up Rulo at that time and was upset because of something someone posted online that AT could be connected to Rulo.

 

[Knox]

I'm not seeing a connection, either. I need to go back and review the videos posted by AT and BB, but I'm pretty sure AT brought up Rulo at that time and was upset because of something someone posted online that AT could be connected to Rulo.

I thought it said he was addressing *rumors*.

 

[Jacquelineann]

It’s all very interesting. The Rulo cult was an offspring of another Cult that originated in Hiawatha, KS. Ironically, AT and BB are currently being held on charges stemming from recent fraud also involving stolen goods transported from Hiawatha, KS to Beatrice, NE.

I would like to know more about Doug Merz and his relationship with AT. Especially knowing the role DM had during both the Rulo cult and the Teena Brandon murders. AT stated in 2 separate videos that DM was his attorney, even spelling his name out, M-E-R-Z in the second video. DM did release a public statement stating that he was not hired by AT and would have no further comments on the issue. I also find it odd that the registered agent on A&B Antiques, is Douglas Merz. That is the antique business that AT also mentions in the first video. Why would a county attorney do business with a known criminal? IMO that is very questionable.

 

[JerseyGirl]

It’s all very interesting. The Rulo cult was an offspring of another Cult that originated in Hiawatha, KS. Ironically, AT and BB are currently being held on charges stemming from recent fraud also involving stolen goods transported from Hiawatha, KS to Beatrice, NE.

I would like to know more about Doug Mertz and his relationship with AT. Especially knowing the role DM had during both the Rulo cult and the Teena Brandon murders. AT stated in 2 separate videos that DM was his attorney, even spelling his name out, M-E-R-T-Z in the second video. DM did release a public statement stating that he was not hired by AT and would have no further comments on the issue. I also find it odd that the registered agent on A&B Antiques, is Douglas Mertz. That is the antique business that AT also mentions in the first video. Why would a county attorney do business with a known criminal? IMO that is very questionable.

His name is Doug Merz

http://www.mscnews.net/news/?nk=63703

 

[Jacquelineann]

The wonky eye - that is an interesting similarity. I’ve head all about BB’s prior life, but nothing on AT, other than a few things posted on one of his ex-wife’s Facebook pages (before it was deleted). From what I read, him and this women were divorced over 18 years ago. She didn’t seem surprised at all about him being a POI in Sydney’s case. I read he was a TN native - but not sure when he moved to NE. From all of the other known addresses he has had, he always seems to end up back in NE. I wonder why?

 

[Jacquelineann]

https://www.nebraska.gov/sos/corp/corpsearch.cgi

 

[Jacquelineann]

His name is Doug Merz

http://www.mscnews.net/news/?nk=63703

Yes, Merz, not Mertz. Thanks

 

[taurus79]

It’s all very interesting. The Rulo cult was an offspring of another Cult that originated in Hiawatha, KS. Ironically, AT and BB are currently being held on charges stemming from recent fraud also involving stolen goods transported from Hiawatha, KS to Beatrice, NE.

I would like to know more about Doug Merz and his relationship with AT. Especially knowing the role DM had during both the Rulo cult and the Teena Brandon murders. AT stated in 2 separate videos that DM was his attorney, even spelling his name out, M-E-R-Z in the second video. DM did release a public statement stating that he was not hired by AT and would have no further comments on the issue. I also find it odd that the registered agent on A&B Antiques, is Douglas Merz. That is the antique business that AT also mentions in the first video. Why would a county attorney do business with a known criminal? IMO that is very questionable.

I thought that was a bit odd too but in the beginning I had figured maybe it aligned with AT saying how much of a changed man he was as far as not partaking in criminal activity anymore. Any legal issues arising for the company results in the registered agent being notified first. Of course now it just seems even more strange as it has came out that A & B Antiques is involved in theft and check fraud. I am not sure how easy it will be for DM to simply wash his hands of the matter. Not saying DM is personally involved in any of AT and BB's so-called business dealings but as the registered agent he does have a duty to fulfill. I have to think there was some thought put into AT's choice for an agent. If I wasn't such a cheapskate I'd pay the $1.80 to read the business filings LOL.

 

[taurus79]

The wonky eye - that is an interesting similarity. I’ve head all about BB’s prior life, but nothing on AT, other than a few things posted on one of his ex-wife’s Facebook pages (before it was deleted). From what I read, him and this women were divorced over 18 years ago. She didn’t seem surprised at all about him being a POI in Sydney’s case. I read he was a TN native - but not sure when he moved to NE. From all of the other known addresses he has had, he always seems to end up back in NE. I wonder why?

My mom was adopted in the 50s so genealogy has always been a great interest of mine. After I was able to finally identify and locate her birth family I just became really fascinated with historical things in general.


I agree, Nebraska seems to be an important place for AT for some reason. I have researched extensively trying to trace AT's social history and it's like he didn't even exist pre-1996. The first non-criminal related record I have been able to find for him was from a 1996 marriage. And I believe he has been married more than once.

So basically when I come to a point where my search dead ends and someone seemingly just poofed into existence at age 30 my conclusions are either: A) they were adopted or B) they went through a sealed name change or C) both. I am sure other reasons exist, those are just the ones I am familiar with.


Usually stepping back and waiting for some detail to present itself is what it takes to advance. That's what I really like about this online community. Everyone here seems very open-minded and adds value to any topic someone brings up.

 

[Inthedetails]

My mom was adopted in the 50s so genealogy has always been a great interest of mine. After I was able to finally identify and locate her birth family I just became really fascinated with historical things in general.


I agree, Nebraska seems to be an important place for AT for some reason. I have researched extensively trying to trace AT's social history and it's like he didn't even exist pre-1996. The first non-criminal related record I have been able to find for him was from a 1996 marriage. And I believe he has been married more than once.

So basically when I come to a point where my search dead ends and someone seemingly just poofed into existence at age 30 my conclusions are either: A) they were adopted or B) they went through a sealed name change or C) both. I am sure other reasons exist, those are just the ones I am familiar with.


Usually stepping back and waiting for some detail to present itself is what it takes to advance. That's what I really like about this online community. Everyone here seems very open-minded and adds value to any topic someone brings up.

Interesting way to research.

What would we expect to show up before the age of 30? Employment? Address?

 

[molly1255]

Interesting way to research.

What would we expect to show up before the age of 30? Employment? Address?

Was just going to respond to Taurus and saw your question. One of my hobbies is genealogy and in some cases, I've gotten back to the 1500's. Did the same as Taurus and find nothing on him prior to 1996.

Before the age of 30, on many folks, even those still living, you can often find old school book pictures, newspaper archives that show athletics, school participation, etc., marriage licenses, lawsuits, name of parents or at least one parent, siblings, etc.

There is nothing.

 

[molly1255]

My mom was adopted in the 50s so genealogy has always been a great interest of mine. After I was able to finally identify and locate her birth family I just became really fascinated with historical things in general.


I agree, Nebraska seems to be an important place for AT for some reason. I have researched extensively trying to trace AT's social history and it's like he didn't even exist pre-1996. The first non-criminal related record I have been able to find for him was from a 1996 marriage. And I believe he has been married more than once.

So basically when I come to a point where my search dead ends and someone seemingly just poofed into existence at age 30 my conclusions are either: A) they were adopted or B) they went through a sealed name change or C) both. I am sure other reasons exist, those are just the ones I am familiar with.


Usually stepping back and waiting for some detail to present itself is what it takes to advance. That's what I really like about this online community. Everyone here seems very open-minded and adds value to any topic someone brings up.

I think it is wonderful that you were able to find your mom's birth family. That had to be a very difficult project to work on.

 

[scoodyboo]

I thought that was a bit odd too but in the beginning I had figured maybe it aligned with AT saying how much of a changed man he was as far as not partaking in criminal activity anymore. Any legal issues arising for the company results in the registered agent being notified first. Of course now it just seems even more strange as it has came out that A & B Antiques is involved in theft and check fraud. I am not sure how easy it will be for DM to simply wash his hands of the matter. Not saying DM is personally involved in any of AT and BB's so-called business dealings but as the registered agent he does have a duty to fulfill. I have to think there was some thought put into AT's choice for an agent. If I wasn't such a cheapskate I'd pay the $1.80 to read the business filings LOL.

Merz has a practice separate from the County Attorney gig. I think they serve as registered agents for businesses wanting to get state licensing. Isn't it kind of a loss leader, like notarizing documents?
Not to minimize it though. Do wonder what their connection has been.

 

[molly1255]

Merz has a practice separate from the County Attorney gig. I think they serve as registered agents for businesses wanting to get state licensing. Isn't it kind of a loss leader, like notarizing documents?
Not to minimize it though. Do wonder what their connection has been.

I don't think the attorney would have been paid very much to be the registered agent. Perhaps the attorney agreed to file the paperwork with the state because he truly believed AT was trying to go straight? Don't know.