I really can't imagine what I would feel or what I would do, if I were one of the close family members. I have no doubt that they are absolutely heartbroken, devastated... I really have no words to do the emotions justice.
I THINK, however, that if I were they, I would be feeling absolutely usurped at this point. They were HERE IMMEDIATELY, very vocal and very active in bringing attention to the case, and now they have all gone home and gotten quiet. That speaks VOLUMES.
It's painfully obvious that there is a huge difference of opinion among the people who care very much about Gail, regarding how the investigation should proceed.
And perhaps regarding who should be in control.
If I were a witness, I think I would be most reluctant to jump into the fray. I think this is a case that is smelling more of danger every day. I would want to be assured of protection for myself and my family, and I wouldn't feel that way at this point.
I'll even be so blunt as to say that I think if some arrests need to be made in order for LE to regain control of this investigation, that would not be an unreasonable action on their part. It was reported earlier (and in a most negative light) that someone in LE had made a suggestion pointing that way, and now I think I'm beginning to understand.