Found Deceased SC - Faye Marie Swetlik, 6, Cayce, 10 Feb 2020 #5

[helpfulcharlie]

Press conference has been canceled. Interesting.

Faye Swetlik news conference abruptly canceled

Well that seems kinda snarky.

 

[PayrollNerd]

Press conference has been canceled. Interesting.

Faye Swetlik news conference abruptly canceled

Are there specific rule for media contacts when using the FOIA process? Did the media publish inaccurate information in advance? Seems rather odd to cancel a public performance but then turn around and print their "story" and mail it? Maybe I'm not understanding this situation.

The previous invitation, information and guidelines for the FOIA press announcement were disregarded by some outlets and inaccurate information was reported on June 28 and June 29. All members of the media that submitted a FOIA request will have their responses mailed on Friday.

 

[Alethea]

I didn’t see any inappropriate news coverage about the PC? Anyone have any idea what LE is so upset about? This is very unusual!

 

[helpfulcharlie]

I didn’t see any inappropriate news coverage about the PC? Anyone have any idea what LE is so upset about? This is very unusual!

Yes, I'm curious about what they're upset about, which is probably the exact opposite of what they intended.

 

[Alethea]

Yes, I'm curious about what they're upset about, which is probably the exact opposite of what they intended.

The only thing I could think of was maybe the media started contacting the parents and the parents got (justifiably) upset?

 

[girlhasnoname]

The only thing I could think of was maybe the media started contacting the parents and the parents got (justifiably) upset?

I would guess this is exactly it.

 

[Seattle1]

Faye Swetlik news conference abruptly canceled

July 1, 2021 (video report at link)

The Cayce Department of Public Safety released the following statement:

The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) press announcement for local members of the media with the Cayce Department of Public Safety Director, Byron Snellgrove, has been canceled. The previous invitation, information and guidelines for the FOIA press announcement were disregarded by some outlets and inaccurate information was reported on June 28 and June 29. All members of the media that submitted a FOIA request will have their responses mailed on Friday. The questions you each submitted this week will also be answered in the FOIA responses. We intend for that to conclude our communication on this case. The family of Faye Swetlik requests that you respect their privacy, honor her memory, and not contact them. Thank you for the compassion and professionalism you showed in reporting this case.

Investigators with the Cayce Department of Public Safety were supposed to release photos and videos in connection to Faye Swetlik's kidnapping and murder investigation that was requested by media outlets, including WACH FOX News, through the Freedom of Information Act.

 

[scmom]

New incriminating evidence against man accused of kidnapping, killing Faye Swetlik released (live5news.com)
Includes video evidence.

 

[scmom]

Another article.
Faye Swetlik's killer masked smells in home, acted strangely as new case details revealed | Columbia | postandcourier.com

 

[Shamrock1]

It may have been a news outlet asking the family “now that graphic detail X has been released, do you have a comment?”

I’m glad that the article posted above stated that there is no evidence the roommate was involved. The roommate’s life could have been destroyed by Internet vigilantes IMO.

I’m inferring that someone is watching out for Faye’s family here. My heart breaks for them.

 

[PommyMommy]

New incriminating evidence against man accused of kidnapping, killing Faye Swetlik released (live5news.com)
Includes video evidence.

Noting:

• Article includes video of CT at Walmart purchasing a 50 lb bag of potting soil and other gardening items on the 13th. Investigators found that bag nearly empty after CT was found dead.
• Video surveillance from the early morning hours of Feb. 13 appears to show a person emptying the contents of a bag in the area where Faye’s body was found.
• CT’s DNA was found under Faye’s fingernails.
• Both Faye and CT’s DNA was found in a black laundry bag inside CT’s home. (Laundry bag was noted full in initial search of CT's home and found empty on the day Faye's body was found.)
• One of the rain boots Faye had last been seen in was found in CT’s trash can Feb. 13, along with a ladle and some freshly-dug dirt.
• The ladle contained Faye and CT’s DNA.
• Moments after the discovery of Faye’s body, officers found Taylor dead on the back porch of his home. He had killed himself, investigators said.
• A knife found with Taylor’s body only contained his DNA.
• Summary of Coty Taylor's Movements (scribd.com)
• The crude grave where Faye was buried contained “dark potting type soil,” police said.
• His roommate said he was at work at the time of Faye’s disappearance, and police were able to confirm that.
• To read Cayce DPS’s investigative summary of the case, click or tap here.

More at the link.

 

[helpfulcharlie]

I imagine the roommate is nearly as traumatized as the family. I hope he's getting help.

 

[PommyMommy]

JUL 2, 2021
Cayce Department of Public Safety closes Faye Marie Swetlik case | wltx.com
[...]

In a recorded statement, Cayce Department of Public Safety Director Byron Snellgrove provided more insight into the suspect's behavior in the hours before his death and the discovery of Faye's body.

"You will see a light in the woods early in the morning of February 13th. This occurred approximately 1 am. You will then see a series of videos showing (the suspect) walking towards Wal-Mart, purchasing potting soil, fertilizer and other supplies and then catching a ride share and returning to the Churchill Heights Neighborhood," said Chief Snellgrove. "I ask that you make note of the clothes that he is wearing, particularly the hooded dark long-sleeve top."

Chief Snellgrove went onto say in the recorded video, "At 7:24 am in that video, you will see a dark hooded figure coming from the area of (the suspect's) apartment. It's zoomed in. You will see him carrying a bag with what looks to be potting soil and fertilizer that was purchased from Walmart. You will see this person dump the bag into an area and onto an area on the edge of the woods and had spread it out and then walked back to the director of the apartments."

[...]

Police video evidence from investigation into Faye Swetlik's death | Raleigh News & Observer (newsobserver.com) - Video
Surveillance video released Friday, July 2, 2021, shows Faye Swetlik's killer buying gardening supplies at a Walmart the same day her body was discovered. It also shows a man believed to be her killer in the wooded area where her body was found.

 

[Seattle1]

The FBI reported they were waiting on certain outstanding reports to officially close the case. Reports that will not change their evidence or opinion.

Do you not believe Taylor involved at all in Faye's murder? On what basis?


^^RSBM and from the link:

Nearly a year later, Cayce DPS Chief Byron Snellgrove said the investigation is still open.

"There's still some evidence that's out there that we have not received reports on, that's still being looked at. And once we receive that, we'll close the case. I don't think that there's anything out there that's going to change any opinion of what we have on the case, or any outcome of the case," said Snellgrove.

Authorities said 30-year-old Coty Taylor, a neighbor, was responsible for Faye's death. Taylor was found dead in his home and investigators ruled it a suicide.

The video news report in the link below states the case was closed in April. Nothing changed the opinion or outcome of the case.

New incriminating evidence against man accused of kidnapping, killing Faye Swetlik released

 

[Seattle1]

Noting:

• Article includes video of CT at Walmart purchasing a 50 lb bag of potting soil and other gardening items on the 13th. Investigators found that bag nearly empty after CT was found dead.
• Video surveillance from the early morning hours of Feb. 13 appears to show a person emptying the contents of a bag in the area where Faye’s body was found.
• CT’s DNA was found under Faye’s fingernails.
• Both Faye and CT’s DNA was found in a black laundry bag inside CT’s home. (Laundry bag was noted full in initial search of CT's home and found empty on the day Faye's body was found.)
• One of the rain boots Faye had last been seen in was found in CT’s trash can Feb. 13, along with a ladle and some freshly-dug dirt.
• The ladle contained Faye and CT’s DNA.
• Moments after the discovery of Faye’s body, officers found Taylor dead on the back porch of his home. He had killed himself, investigators said.
• A knife found with Taylor’s body only contained his DNA.
• Summary of Coty Taylor's Movements (scribd.com)
• The crude grave where Faye was buried contained “dark potting type soil,” police said.
• His roommate said he was at work at the time of Faye’s disappearance, and police were able to confirm that.
• To read Cayce DPS’s investigative summary of the case, click or tap here.

More at the link.

Viewing the summary of CT's movements was so chilling: this individual is shopping for supplies to bury his victim -- I'm so sorry for Faye's family forced to relive this all over again.

 

[diggndeeperstill]

Man Who Killed 6-Year-Old Faye Swetlik Was Self-Described 'Incel' Who Hid Her Body for Two Days: Police

A man who killed a young girl last year was a self-described “incel” and “asexual” who hid her body in his home for two days, according to local police.

……

In the newly released report from police, cops spoke to a friend who knew Taylor for five years, according to The State. Taylor had described himself as an “asexual” and an “incel,” which is short for “involuntary celibate.” This friend described him as a “loner who constantly had a negative outlook on life” and Taylor had once said he “lived without hope.”
…

 

[evilwise]

Man Who Killed 6-Year-Old Faye Swetlik Was Self-Described 'Incel' Who Hid Her Body for Two Days: Police

A man who killed a young girl last year was a self-described “incel” and “asexual” who hid her body in his home for two days, according to local police.

……

In the newly released report from police, cops spoke to a friend who knew Taylor for five years, according to The State. Taylor had described himself as an “asexual” and an “incel,” which is short for “involuntary celibate.” This friend described him as a “loner who constantly had a negative outlook on life” and Taylor had once said he “lived without hope.”
…

I guess those of you who had connected the video game oriented loner stereotype to the "incel" subculture were right. It's especially pathetic considering this dude was perfectly normal looking and could have easily found a girlfriend if he'd just made some effort. Drag these kind of people out on an extended visit into the real world at least weekly.

 

[Seattle1]

I guess those of you who had connected the video game oriented loner stereotype to the "incel" subculture were right. It's especially pathetic considering this dude was perfectly normal looking and could have easily found a girlfriend if he'd just made some effort. Drag these kind of people out on an extended visit into the real world at least weekly.

I dunno -- I've long seen a pattern here with individuals like Coty Taylor (and Jake Patterson (WI - Jayme Closs)). A pattern of adolescent high achievers that fail to launch as soon as they leave their known, comfortable, high school environment and have to compete and make adult decisions.

I really disagree with these self-assigned labels of incel and/or asexual by the killers. Celibacy is a choice, and not experiencing sexual attraction and desire does not a killer make. MOO

5 Things You Need to Know About Being Asexual

https://www.thestate.com/news/local/article240306226.html

2/14/2020

Coty Scott Taylor — the deceased man linked to the death of 6-year-old Faye Swetlik of Cayce — was an honor student at Bluffton High School who later went on to briefly attend the University of South Carolina.

At Bluffton High, Taylor was on the robotics team and participated in Model UN, according to the Island Packet of Hilton Head. He lived on Sugaree Drive in Bluffton’s Windy Lake neighborhood.

[..]

Taylor graduated in the top 10 percent of his class, according to a Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce advertisement in The Island Packet congratulating him and other students from high schools on Hilton Head and in Bluffton.

Taylor enrolled at the University of South Carolina-Beaufort in the fall of 2007, transferred to USC Columbia in fall 2008, and then withdrew in the spring of 2009, university officials said.

There is no record of his graduation, they said.

 

[evilwise]

Considering it is by definition impossible to be both asexual and an incel the safest thing to say about this perpetrator is that he had significant issues with sexual identity - a deadly pattern with a hell of a lot more than two examples.

Guys like this are just particularly scary because they could be (are) everywhere and there are no clearly established warning signs if one of them might actually be dangerous unlike registered, habitual sex offenders and mothers' paramores. The solution is certainly not to further isolate already psychologically isolated young men. It is a more proactive, understanding community attitude toward mental health

 

[Marysmith]

Considering it is by definition impossible to be both asexual and an incel the safest thing to say about this perpetrator is that he had significant issues with sexual identity - a deadly pattern with a hell of a lot more than two examples.

Guys like this are just particularly scary because they could be (are) everywhere and there are no clearly established warning signs if one of them might actually be dangerous unlike registered, habitual sex offenders and mothers' paramores. The solution is certainly not to further isolate already psychologically isolated young men. It is a more proactive, understanding community attitude toward mental health

Totally agree.
Maybe off the topic but this is one of the best hopes that I’ve seen come out of a horrific murder and I hope it’s helped even just one person - Lauren Astley’s, who was murdered by a ex-boyfriend who couldn’t handle their break up, parents started a non-profit to speak to junior high and high school students to target that age group to “our mission is to promote dynamic educational programs, particularly in the areas of healthy teen relationships…” - early identification and access and learning how to deal with unhealthy emotions… hopefully, I don’t know… it’s so hard… there are some very messed up people.