WA WA - Oakley Carlson, 5, missing during welfare check, Oakville, 10 Feb 2021 *mom guilty, identity theft*

[PommyMommy]

FEB 12, 2023

Was Oakley Carlson sold? Police weigh in on theory of girl missing for 2 years

For the first time, police searching for Oakley Carlson discuss a theory that the child's biological mother may have sold her to fuel a gambling addiction.

www.q13fox.com

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Those who knew Jordan Bowers are looking at her in a new light. One-time friends are now frustrated, some even believe she sold her daughter.

"That’s what I think," said TM-M, a one-time friend that now believes Bowers sold her daughter.

TM-M was named as a victim in an identity theft and fraud scheme that’s landed Bowers behind bars.

Those charges shed light on Bowers gambling habits, and regular trips to casinos. Detectives in that investigation linked Bowers to cash withdrawals at a nearby casino, among other locations.

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While TM-M claims may seem unthinkable, she’s not the only one that believes them. A FOX 13 viewer offered a similar tip since Oakley’s disappearance – a tip that led to investigators interviewing another person that believed Oakley had been sold by Bowers.

Chief Paul Logan, who is heading up the Oakley Carlson investigation, told FOX 13 that they’ve been tracking the theory that Bowers sold Oakley since the very beginning. However, no tips have led to credible evidence.

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[AgeofAquaruis]

FEB 9, 2023

Oakley Carlson Gathering Set for Friday at Capitol Two Years After She Was Last ‘Credibly Seen’ - The Daily Chronicle

For the 10th time since being declared missing in December 2021, a public gathering in support of 6-year-old Oakley Carlson is set to commence this week, but will be unlike any of the previous nine …

www.chronline.com

The date of the gathering holds significance in the saga of finding information regarding the disappearance of the Oakville girl as it will mark the second anniversary since the last “credible sighting” of Oakley, according to records from the Grays Harbor Sheriff’s Office.

Light the Way Missing Persons Advocacy Project, the organization promoting and leading the gathering, stated the rally is meant to show unified community support for making changes in child welfare policies.

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FEB 10, 2023

Friday marks 2 years since Oakley Carlson last reported seen in Oakville

A silent gathering was held Friday evening at the Capitol in Olympia to support the search for Oakley

www.kiro7.com

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The group is supporting changes in child welfare policies and giving foster children more rights. The Oakley Carlson Act, known as House Bill 1397, would reform the way the Department of Children, Youth and Families handles foster children like Oakley. That agency took Oakley from a foster family who warned the agency about the girl’s safety, and put her back with her birth parents, Andrew Carlson and Jordan Bowers.

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If passed, the Oakley Carlson Act would make a number of changes to protect children who have been removed from a biological parent based on abuse, neglect or abandonment.

I did it. Got an email back from senator Kaufman. Waiting to see if they really care,and if it really passes.

 

[imstilla.grandma]

“We recognize the deep tragedy of Oakley Carlson’s disappearance, and we’re very open to working on improvements to the dependency court process and (Department of Children, Youth and Families) DCYF," said Rep. Tara Senn, D-Mercer Island. "However, HB 1397 is not an implementable or effective solution.”

Friday was the cut-off date for legislative bills to advance out of committee, but since HB 1397 is considered a budget-related bill, it now has a cut-off date of next Friday, Feb. 24.

Detectives now believe Carlson, from Oakville, Washington, was last seen alive in February of 2021. According to detectives, Jordan Bowers and Andrew Carlson, Oakley's parents, have not cooperated with the search for their daughter.

The couple was arrested and convicted on charges unrelated to Oakley Carlson’s case.

Prosecutors said high levels of meth were found in the bloodstreams of their other children.

Jamie Jo Hiles, Carlson's former foster mother, spoke strongly in favor of HB 1397.

"If you can sit here and feel defensive in any manner for Washington DCYF, then I can tell you you do not have children's best interests in mind," Hiles said.

Lawmakers hear emotional testimony at Oakley Carlson Act hearing

Oakley Carlson has been missing for more than a year and had just turned five when detectives first opened her missing person's case in December 2021.

www.krem.com

 

[Unalienable Rights]

Washington bill meant to safeguard foster children appears to have died in committee

Legislation aimed at enhancing the oversight for foster children whose biological parents struggle with substance use has stalled in Olympia, but it could be revived.

www.opb.org

A bill inspired by the case of missing child Oakley Carlson is stalled in the Washington Legislature. But supporters hope it can still be revived.

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The legislation, House Bill 1397, aims to increase oversight of the reunification process for children whose parents have substance use disorders. It failed to make it out of committee before a critical cutoff deadline last Friday.

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On Friday, the bill's sponsor, Rep. Jim Walsh (R-Aberdeen), urged committee members to pass the measure before the deadline.

“I believe it is an urgent bill and I encourage all of us to do what’s right,” Walsh said.

The committee did not vote on the bill. But Walsh added a fiscal note that could provide the legislation with a path forward.

Lawmakers face a second cutoff deadline for bills that have a financial impact this week.

More at link

 

[AgeofAquaruis]

“We recognize the deep tragedy of Oakley Carlson’s disappearance, and we’re very open to working on improvements to the dependency court process and (Department of Children, Youth and Families) DCYF," said Rep. Tara Senn, D-Mercer Island. "However, HB 1397 is not an implementable or effective solution.”

Friday was the cut-off date for legislative bills to advance out of committee, but since HB 1397 is considered a budget-related bill, it now has a cut-off date of next Friday, Feb. 24.

Detectives now believe Carlson, from Oakville, Washington, was last seen alive in February of 2021. According to detectives, Jordan Bowers and Andrew Carlson, Oakley's parents, have not cooperated with the search for their daughter.

The couple was arrested and convicted on charges unrelated to Oakley Carlson’s case.

Prosecutors said high levels of meth were found in the bloodstreams of their other children.

Jamie Jo Hiles, Carlson's former foster mother, spoke strongly in favor of HB 1397.

"If you can sit here and feel defensive in any manner for Washington DCYF, then I can tell you you do not have children's best interests in mind," Hiles said.

Lawmakers hear emotional testimony at Oakley Carlson Act hearing

Oakley Carlson has been missing for more than a year and had just turned five when detectives first opened her missing person's case in December 2021.

www.krem.com

I'm so Pißed off. What a crock of garbage. I'm going keep her name in mind for when my ballot shows up. I'll know exactly who not to vote for if she ever runs for higher office. MOO

 

[PommyMommy]

FEB 28, 2023

Hearing on Identity Theft Charges for Mother of Missing Oakville Girl Postponed​

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Bowers, who is currently being held in Grays Harbor County Jail on multiple charges of identity theft, was originally scheduled to have her omnibus agreement on Feb. 21 but was postponed a week due to a request by the prosecuting attorney, Richard Petersen, after he learned that a fifth victim in Bowers’ fraud scheme had come forward.

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With a new omnibus hearing set for 8 a.m. on March 6, it remains unclear if the delays will affect the already scheduled dates regarding Bowers’ trial readiness hearing, which is slated on March 13, or the trial itself, which is set to commence on March 21.

According to court documents, Bowers could face anywhere between 63 to 84 months in prison if found guilty of defrauding multiple individuals. She is alleged to have stolen more than $50,000. Prosecutors have remained adamant that the case has zero ties to the disappearance of Oakley.

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[AgeofAquaruis]

FEB 28, 2023

Hearing on Identity Theft Charges for Mother of Missing Oakville Girl Postponed​

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Bowers, who is currently being held in Grays Harbor County Jail on multiple charges of identity theft, was originally scheduled to have her omnibus agreement on Feb. 21 but was postponed a week due to a request by the prosecuting attorney, Richard Petersen, after he learned that a fifth victim in Bowers’ fraud scheme had come forward.

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With a new omnibus hearing set for 8 a.m. on March 6, it remains unclear if the delays will affect the already scheduled dates regarding Bowers’ trial readiness hearing, which is slated on March 13, or the trial itself, which is set to commence on March 21.

According to court documents, Bowers could face anywhere between 63 to 84 months in prison if found guilty of defrauding multiple individuals. She is alleged to have stolen more than $50,000. Prosecutors have remained adamant that the case has zero ties to the disappearance of Oakley.

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It's a sad state of affairs when this gets a much harsher sentence, then The charges against children. MOO

 

[PommyMommy]

It's a sad state of affairs when this gets a much harsher sentence, then The charges against children. MOO

Right?! I'll never understand it.

 

[PommyMommy]

MAR 7, 2023

Identity Theft Trial for Mother of Missing Oakville Girl Set for March 21

After three attempts in the courtroom, the omnibus order pertaining to the charges of identity theft levied against Jordan Bowers, the biological mother and prime suspect of missing 6-year-old Oakley …

www.chronline.com

After three attempts in the courtroom, the omnibus order pertaining to the charges of identity theft levied against Jordan Bowers, the biological mother and prime suspect of missing 6-year-old Oakley Carlson, has been signed.

Bowers, who is currently being held in Grays Harbor County Jail, was present for the hearing via Zoom as the order was given to presiding Judge David Mistachkin. When asked by Mistachkin what the defense will be, Bowers’ attorney, Michael Nagle, claimed that it would be “general denial.”

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... With no resolutions brought forward, Bowers will face trial for identity theft.

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Despite the multiple attempts to get the omnibus order signed, the trial will still commence at 8:15 a.m. on March 21 as was previously scheduled when Bowers was arraigned in January. Trial readiness is still scheduled to be held at 8:15 a.m. on Monday, March 13.

While no charges have been levied against Bowers for the disappearance of Oakley, Bowers faces anywhere between 63 to 84 months in prison if found guilty of defrauding multiple individuals.

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[JerseyGirl]

Identity Theft Trial for Mother of Missing Oakville Girl Delayed - The Daily Chronicle

The long-awaited trial for Jordan Bowers, the biological mother and prime suspect in the disappearance of 6-year-old Oakley Carlson, has been delayed, striking the originally slated date of March 21. …

www.chronline.com

The long-awaited trial for Jordan Bowers, the biological mother and prime suspect in the disappearance of 6-year-old Oakley Carlson, has been delayed, striking the originally slated date of March 21.

 

[PommyMommy]

Identity Theft Trial for Mother of Missing Oakville Girl Delayed - The Daily Chronicle

The long-awaited trial for Jordan Bowers, the biological mother and prime suspect in the disappearance of 6-year-old Oakley Carlson, has been delayed, striking the originally slated date of March 21. …

www.chronline.com

The long-awaited trial for Jordan Bowers, the biological mother and prime suspect in the disappearance of 6-year-old Oakley Carlson, has been delayed, striking the originally slated date of March 21.

There is a newly drafted plea deal, and if she accepts, she would be sentenced to a maximum of 70 months in prison with credit for early release. If she doesn’t take the plea and gets convicted, she may do as much as 10 years.

Also noting:

... the trial is set to begin on May 2 and conclude on May 5. While trial readiness will commence at 8:15 a.m. on April 24, Judge Svoboda also issued a pre-trial hearing at 8:15 a.m. on April 3 to address any “scheduling issues or discovery issues.”

 

[AgeofAquaruis]

There is a newly drafted plea deal, and if she accepts, she would be sentenced to a maximum of 70 months in prison with credit for early release. If she doesn’t take the plea and gets convicted, she may do as much as 10 years.

Also noting:

... the trial is set to begin on May 2 and conclude on May 5. While trial readiness will commence at 8:15 a.m. on April 24, Judge Svoboda also issued a pre-trial hearing at 8:15 a.m. on April 3 to address any “scheduling issues or discovery issues.”

I'm glad she's still behind bars,and might be for more time. However it sickens me that she'll do more time over this than she did for crimes against her own children. The love of money is indeed the root of all evil. MOO

 

[PommyMommy]

APR 5, 2023

Pre-Trial Conference Delayed for Jordan Bowers, Mother of Missing Oakville Girl

Three weeks following a granted motion of continuance to delay an identity theft trial for Jordan Bowers, the biological mother and a prime suspect in the disappearance of 6-year-old Oakley Carlson.

www.chronline.com

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"My notes from Mr. Petersen are that he'd like to request to set over pre-trial for one week to negotiate. My understanding is that there is still plenty of time left on speedy trial," said Stogsdill.

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While it remains unclear what negotiations are currently being worked on by prosecutors regarding Bowers's case, Petersen made it known to The Daily World following the conclusion of the March 13 hearing that a plea deal is available and that, if accepted, Bowers would be sentenced to a maximum of 70 months in prison with good time credit for early release potential. She would also be forced to pay all restitution to the victims.

The new pre-trial conference for Bowers is slated to commence at 8:15 a.m. on Monday, April 10. Pending any new revelations from the pre-trial conference, trial readiness is still slated for April 24 and the trial will still begin on May 2 and conclude on May 5.

 

[PommyMommy]

APR 12, 2023

Hearing Delayed Again in Identity Theft Case for Mother of Missing Oakville Girl

For the second time in as many weeks, a granted motion of continuance will delay the pre-trial conference for Jordan Bowers, the biological mother and a prime suspect in the disappearance of …

www.chronline.com

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The new pre-trial conference for Bowers is slated to commence at 8:15 a.m. on Monday, April 17. Pending any new revelations from the pre-trial conference, trial readiness is still slated for April 24 and the trial would still begin on May 2 and conclude on May 5.

Prosecutors have stressed that the current proceedings are unrelated to the disappearance of Oakley Carlson.

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More information on Oakley’s case and opportunities to help with the search effort can be found at https://justiceforoakley.wixsite.com/home.

Anyone with information that could aid law enforcement in their search for Oakley is encouraged to contact the Grays Harbor Sheriff’s Office at 360-533-8765 or the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children at 1-800-THE-LOST. To speak to a detective directly, contact Detective Sgt. Paul Logan at 360-964-1729 or email sodetectives@co.grays-harbor.wa.us.

 

[Knox]

With a plea offer off the table, Bowers, who has been held in custody at Grays Harbor County Jail since January, faces the possibility of being sentenced to a range of six to eight years in prison if convicted. While Petersen suggested that a longer prison sentence of 10 years could happen if several factors are considered, both sentencing possibilities would be substantially longer than if the proposed plea of 70 months in prison was accepted by Bowers.

Although normal court proceedings have a trial readiness hearing the week before the trial, Judge Svoboda declined against that given the proximity of the previously scheduled trial.

“Trial readiness was set for Monday, April 24. I’m going to strike that. This is going to be the trial readiness. If there are any issues, they will need to be dealt with by written motion,” Judge Svoboda said.

The trial will commence at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, May 2, and conclude on Friday, May 5. It’s expected that Bowers will reside in the courtroom during the entirety of the trial.

Mother of Missing Oakville Girl to Face Trial for Identity Theft

After four hearings in a span of 17 days, Jordan Bowers, a prime suspect and the biological mother of missing 6-year-old Oakley Carlson, will face trial on multiple counts of first-degree and …

www.chronline.com

 

[PommyMommy]

The judge seemed pretty intent on getting this show on the road. What happened?

Mother of Missing Oakville Girl to Face Trial for Identity Theft​

The trial will commence at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, May 2, and conclude on Friday, May 5.

 

[mmeynstyn]

Age progression picture: Officials release age progression picture showing how Oakley Carlson would look as a 6-year-old

 

[PommyMommy]

Age progression picture: Officials release age progression picture showing how Oakley Carlson would look as a 6-year-old

From the article:



Due to the circumstances surrounding her disappearance, officials had trouble obtaining a recent photo of Oakley when she went missing. The photo used at the time of her disappearance was from around her third birthday, two years before she went missing.

The sheriff’s office worked with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children to get an age progression picture showing Oakley the way she would look as a 6-year-old.

 

[Shawnifer]

Nothing about this missing girl makes sense. Parents seem very sketch and might be the only hope in finding her.

 

[TwinkieDefense]

July 25, 2023 article -

Mother of missing girl Oakley Carlson pleads guilty to multiple counts of identity theft

Jordan Bowers, the mother of missing 5-year-old Oakville girl Oakley Carlson, pleaded guilty to four counts of identity theft and theft in court.

komonews.com

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Bowers, 34, who was arrested for identity theft on Jan. 15 just minutes after being released from prison, pleaded guilty to three counts of second-degree identity theft and one count of second-degree theft. She initially pleaded not guilty a week after her arrest.

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