Michael Stokes, also known as “The Rodent,” 65, of Lebanon, Missouri, and James Noel, 47, of Springfield, Missouri, were each sentenced to five years in federal prison without parole in separate hearings before U.S. District Judge Dean Whipple. Marilyn Bagley, 48, of Lebanon, was sentenced to five years of probation.
I’m still getting “access denied” on these links. Will see what I can do.
Please read the magazine articles at the older links in the threads, too. This was horrific and one of the most suspicious investigations I’ve ever followed. Even though the killers both got LWOP sentences, it still leaves me with the impression that other people were involved and that it could happen again.I just came across this thread
The cases mentioned here are absolutely horrifying. And we all know that there are many, many other women (and men in some cases) who are being tortured and abused as I type this.
Rest in peace Cassidy. And may other victims find at least a small amount of healing.
Edward Bagley and Bradley Cook, also known as APutHer2GoodUse, 34, of Kirkwood, Missouri, were each sentenced to 20 years in federal prison without parole. Dennis Henry, 53, of Wheatland,
Finally some good news on this case. Ozarks First researched the investigation and trials of these killers and put together the story of how and why Cassidy Rainwater was hunted and killed. The prosecution and courts kept the details of this case under a gag order for years.
Diabolical, yes, absolutely. The way it was handled was strange, too. LE probably already knew these guys were up to no good. It's a small town - type of area and the rumor mill was pretty open about some of the locals being involved in hosting twisted parties featuring live video.
