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Updated: 11:42 AM Feb 3, 2008
Possible Suspect Sketch Released In Missing Teen Case
Reno, NV Already linked to the December sexual assault of a woman in Reno, police said Thursday they now have DNA evidence that also ties the suspected abduction of Brianna Denison to an attack in the same neighborhood in November. Posted: 3:44 AM Jan 28, 2008Reporter: Stewart Campbell Email Address: stewart.campbell@kolotv.com |
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Posted by: MJ
Location: CA
on Feb 3, 2008 at 10:29 AM
Can anyone give a description of the suburban he was thought to be driving. My understanding is that the car is a beige brown. Any comments
Posted by: ce
Location: Reno
on Feb 1, 2008 at 08:36 PM
I didn't see anything on the news about a man being arrested last night.
Posted by: ce
Location: Reno
on Feb 1, 2008 at 06:09 PM
A couple of blocks away from where Brianna was abducted there is a 7-11. Did RPD view their video camera tapes from the evening prior to her kidnapping.
Posted by: Norman
Location: Maryland
on Feb 1, 2008 at 01:34 PM
Hopefully this perp is caught soon. It would also appear that he has escalated his MO. Is his latest victim the only one missing?
Posted by: Anonymous
on Feb 1, 2008 at 11:52 AM
Anyone know what happened with the man they arrested lastnight?
Posted by: mj
Location: reno
on Feb 1, 2008 at 08:47 AM
This guy seems pretty conistent, as mark pointed out. Why did he start in october (it seems)? Did he move here? start school in sept? get a divorce? I hope everyone pulls together on Saturday and helps with the search. They should have as many volunteers as they need.
Posted by: NA
Location: South Carolina
on Feb 1, 2008 at 07:00 AM
I have a 2001 Mercury Moutaineer and it has the dome light located above the rear view mirror. That was noted under description of the vehicle.
Posted by: NA
Location: South Carolina
on Feb 1, 2008 at 06:47 AM
Just a thought, but they have a lot number on the brand of condoms found at the scene of each crime. I don't know about these things, but is it possible they might be able to narrow down a specific store that might have sold those condoms and maybe the ones that belong to that lot #. Maybe the store has surveilance that can be reviewed for a better picture of the suspect. Are there any surveilance cameras around these areas of attacks that can be reviewed. I know it would take time, but it's just an idea.
Posted by: Julie
Location: Reno
on Feb 1, 2008 at 12:53 AM
Questions regarding the December rape incident: how far away was she taken? How long was the ride back to her apartment? Would he take Brianna and go back to the same place? Were they on McCarran? Freeway? In the desert? Can she retrace her route? How little was the shoe? Did it belong to a girl or boy? Could the typed papers be work invoices? Is there a girlfriend or wife protecting this man (probably so)? Maybe they both have her hidden and can't take her out because everyone is looking. In the wee hours of 5am, it is getting light. Could the paperboy have seen something - a vehicle parked? Is there any DNA from the assault in Brian Whalen parking lot? Has someone called in sick, quit, or had a sudden 'death in the family' and had to 'leave town'? Is the kidnapper estranged from his wife? If any woman has an inkling or suspicious feeling about her ex or current spouse, call RPD. Shaved pubic region - HELLO? He will be found. And he will be one sorry SOB.
Posted by: Mark
Location: Reno
on Feb 1, 2008 at 12:02 AM
To kelly...it is a gamble and since the police can't possibly be everywhere at the same time, they have to rely on the public. There are plenty of things the police haven't released and what they have released was done after careful thought. Hopefully the extra coverage will scare this sicko into making a mistake. He might also be forced into releasing Brianna. Granted your theory could happen too...he'll pack up and run. All this information has be studied and compiled based on thousands of cases. Whatever the police are doing has been well thought out and the best decision has been made. At this point the police have him backed into a corner and the next move is his. If he is reading this, I just hope he does the right thing and lets Brianna go. You might get some leniency for the rapes, but if Brianna is hurt or even worse killed, you will get a needle in your arm!
Posted by: Mark
Location: Reno
on Jan 31, 2008 at 11:38 PM
What I find interesting is the dates of these attacks. 10/22, 11/13, 12/16, 1/19, 1/20 - why always around the 3rd week of the month? Why never an attack on Wed, Thu or Fri? Does his wife or girlfriend have Wed, Thu, Fri off or does she work swing/grave - lots of OT or double shifts? Is someone in his life gone around the 3rd of every month? Is he only in town during the 3rd week of the month? Truck driver? Airline pilot? Visiting UNR faculty? If things continue, he might strike again by mid February.
Posted by: Millie
Location: Fee
on Jan 31, 2008 at 10:50 PM
This seems to be a redator who finds this area as a safe feeding ground. It seems the dates of his attacks are significant...maybe boasting of the number of his victims??? that needs to be looked into! This predator is escalating in his violence-please get a profiler in to check this out, because he seems to feel really cheeky and flambouyant; he's thumbing his nose at you...almost as if sending a message that he is smarter than you and you should have picked up on this already! I really hope I am wrong!
Posted by: kelly
Location: reno
on Jan 31, 2008 at 10:48 PM
I see. Thanks Glenn, I had misunderstood. I thought they had his....I was happy. Bummer! Part of me feels that we publicize too much, I mean if "HE" is keeping up with the news, he knows exactly where they are searching, etc...wouldn't it be better if he didn't have a clue what was happening. He wouldn't know that the authorities don't know who they are looking for....since he knows the cops know he's tied to many cases, won't he leave town? Crazy! I guess we need the info regarding the suspect so that we all know who to look for, but I wish we didn't have to give him so much insight.
Posted by: Cy
Location: Reno
on Jan 31, 2008 at 10:30 PM
I'm confused as to how the suspect got away with Brianna, did he drive and park his car outside of the house then take her in the car? Was he prowling and carried her to some location or maybe to his car which was parked elsewhere? Was there someone else driving the car? If he did park his car outside of the house wouldn't someone have heard a truck starting at 5 AM? I'm sure if they knew how he got away it would help them identify how far he lives from the area...
Posted by: Laura
Location: Reno
on Jan 31, 2008 at 06:11 PM
To who ever made a message look as if Brianna had send it. PLEASE Quit the ..... and if you aren't willing to help, then don't be bothering with your ssss comments here. There's her fam. and friends who are hurt already! So, what's up with your comments.
Posted by: Cy
Location: Reno
on Jan 31, 2008 at 05:44 PM
Well just as I wrote that last message appeared a composite sketch. Woohoo!
Posted by: Cy
Location: Reno
on Jan 31, 2008 at 05:27 PM
So two people have for sure seen this man's face. Is there some reason they haven't released a sketch of the suspect to the general public? Glenn was right about this man prowling in a comfort zone, if you think about it, what other type of neighborhood other than a college neighborhood would it be normal to see people walking around in the early hours of the day? This man must either work around this area or live in this area... Glenn keep giving us your thoughts on the case, they seem more helpful than what the police has given us so far. What's your profession by the way?
Posted by: Kim
Location: Carson City
on Jan 31, 2008 at 04:50 PM
This is in reference to comment left by "Me" - Location "Right Here" I cannot believe how narrow mind your comments are. These are very young adults living in this house and remembering to lock the door behind them was probably not in the fore front of their minds. How dare you blame Brianna abduction on her friends!!! Also, it is completely irrelevent as to whether or not Brianna was at a concert or any other event. She went out to spend time with her friends. Probably doing what young adults do at that age. Just because this pervert may have been at the places she was doesn't mean that she deserves this. I feel horrible for Brianna, her family, and her friends.
Posted by: Glenn Owen
Location: Texas
on Jan 31, 2008 at 12:58 PM
Kelly, Police have collected unknown dna from the crime scene. They need a known to compare the unknown dna with. The unknown dna (genectic profile) was entered into CODIS with NO match. I would imagine they found the suspects blood, saliva or seminal fluid in the crime scene probably blood. Bri may have scratched him during the abduction. I was watching a news program the other night and some so called experts stated that the perp wanted to be caught by police. This punk does not want to be caught I can assure you of that. Organized serial rapist/killers like to keep up with the investigation. They watch the news and read the news papers. I wouldn't surprise me if he's reading these post. I agree with police he's probably trying to change his appearance.
Posted by: Terrie
Location: Reno
on Jan 31, 2008 at 11:04 AM
I work where we get a lot of Truckers, leaveing Reno to go to Oregon, Washington, I have given out a lot of her pictures to be posted in truck stops from here to there. I pray that this will help her familiy to find her. That is the most important thing that needs to happen here!!!!
Posted by: Me
Location: Right Here.
on Jan 31, 2008 at 09:05 AM
I say they should spiral out from the house she was taken from. And I betcha they find her w/in 6 miles from where she was taken. And who in GOD's Kingdom leaves their doors unlocked?? Exactly the friend is jealous, jealousy does ugly things. Yeah, what concert? What event? Several different stories?? Something aint right...RPD covering up????
Posted by: TL
Location: susanville
on Jan 31, 2008 at 07:42 AM
Does anyone know if the girl who was fondled on Nov. 13 by the campus gave a description of her attacker? Did it match the description from the rape victim? Hopefully she was able to give the police something about her attack. Be on the look out everywhere!!! Bring Bri home!!
Posted by: Tamara
Location: NW Reno, NV
on Jan 31, 2008 at 12:20 AM
Immediately following the news of Brianna Denison's abduction on the morning of January 20, I witnessed the concern and support of my community~my city, as individuals came together in any and every way possible, in an extreme effort to find this precious young woman. God bless all those that have been working tirelessly, around the clock, for days, to locate her. My constant prayers are with Brianna, and her family and friends during this hellacious ordeal that they are having to endure.
Posted by: Cy
Location: Reno
on Jan 31, 2008 at 12:16 AM
Have the detectives and FBI considered looking into any of the construction workers who have been working on projects at UNR for about a year or so? It seems they would have a great understanding of the area without really living near the area the attacks take place. They are also in daily contact with students. The truck described seems like it may belong to a construction worker, along with the build and age of the person in question.
Posted by: Kelly
Location: Reno
on Jan 30, 2008 at 10:11 PM
I don't understand....I thought they had found this guys DNA? So why don't they know who he is?
Posted by: Josh
Location: Hawthorne
on Jan 30, 2008 at 08:07 PM
We have a search dog company in our town... Don't really know them but my friend said they find live people and do other similar work for those less fortunate. Looks like they got a few dogs at least they look like coyotes or wierd shepherds! I found them on the net too www.nevadacanine.com Josh
Posted by: Michele
Location: W. 2nd St. Reno
on Jan 30, 2008 at 07:53 PM
At work today I was looking at the info on a few sex affenders which I have posted. Did the police investigate a man by the name of Westfall? He lives on 2nd st. He have the same facial discription.
Posted by: briana
Location: UNR
on Jan 30, 2008 at 05:48 PM
GOT BRI
Posted by: Anonymous
on Jan 30, 2008 at 01:34 PM
I agree... This man probably works swing or odd jobs, is not with the mother of his child...I'm hoping if he was she'd come forward with his strange behavior... I'm thinking he has been stalking, obviously out at the wee hours..He didnt just see Bri sleeping on a couch,perhaps he saw the girls come home & waited... he knows what he's doing, ex: the easy access pants, the shaved pubic region, praying on petite woman...He sounds very gutsy to say the least! After all they believe he went back to one of his victims homes a night b4 Bri went missing & tried to break in! I hope everyone is on the watch, someone has to know something! It amazes me people with children can do this! God be with the Denison family, continue to give them faith & hope! Bring Bri home!!!
Posted by: mj
Location: reno
on Jan 30, 2008 at 11:26 AM
My prayers are with the family and friends of Brianna. I doubt the suspect was a work-out nut. I'm guessing the pants are just an easy on-off option. The "strong but not muscular" makes me think of construction/mechanics/pipe-fitters, etc. It's also probable he's a father seperated from the wife and kids. (baby shoe, yet out at all hours.) Hopefully brianna comes back safe.
Posted by: NA
Location: South Carolina
on Jan 30, 2008 at 09:16 AM
The description of the car states that it has a stereo system with red and blue LED lights. Maybe it can be researched what type of stereo had that feature. Maybe the police can investigate stores that specify in selling and installing stereo systems in the area. They might have information on someone who purchased and/or had it installed in the recent years. Just a thought. I hope they find guy soon.
Posted by: another anonymous
Location: Reno
on Jan 30, 2008 at 08:21 AM
I am not an atheist, however, I do feel that this site is about Brianna and bringing her home. I am happy for Jilliam that she found what she was looking for in her faith, however I don't agree with using this board as a personal soapbox. Enough already. Offer your prayers, your hopes for her safe return, your help and suggestions, but enough already with the preaching.
Posted by: NA
Location: South carolina
on Jan 30, 2008 at 05:58 AM
Since this man who took Brianna had a baby shoe in his vehicle, Maybe he is a new father and feels neglected by the mother who is caring for the baby. I know how busy I was when my son was born. I tried to balance it out, but not everyone can do that. Perhaps it would be a good idea to look into hospital systems to look into recent births and timeline it with the first attack. Also, the paper with the typing could be a lot of things, but maybe he is a student at the university and that was a report on the floor. If the school requires parking stickers for the students, maybe they have to have a description of the car. He seems to be targeting the students, so maybe he has a class with them or has seen them around school. I am not sure he would have known that Brianna would be sleeping on that couch at that exact moment. Maybe he was after one of the actual residents and she was there instead. Just wish I could be of more help. Keep being strong.
Posted by: FDInLaw
Location: NWAR
on Jan 30, 2008 at 05:55 AM
Hoping that today is the day for Brianna to be returned to her loved ones! http://helpfindthemissing.org/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=100
Posted by: Jillian
Location: CA
on Jan 30, 2008 at 12:12 AM
i'm sorry if i have offended anyone by saying all that i just now said, but with everything that i am, i promise you it's the TRUTH! in "this" world there is nothign that can help alleviate the pain that you all are experiencing, but "Jesus" can save you from it all! He did for me!!! and He can for you too!
Posted by: Jillian
Location: ca
on Jan 30, 2008 at 12:09 AM
I didn't "believe" in anything back then. i believed that God probably existed, but i didn't know who He was; i didn't know "what" i believed. But immediately after i closed that prayer with those words, Jesus made Himself real to me! He saved me! He brought comfort to my heart! that's the night i became born again by the Holy Spirit; i became a born again Christian. What i am writing right now, this life changing experience, it isn't to tell you about "me." i shared that experience to let everyone "who reads this" know that there is a way out from all of this pain from this situation! that Way is Jesus Christ! and by accepting Him as your Lord and Savior, you can have absolute JOY knowing that you are a child of God and that your eternal destination is heaven! Jesus is real and everything written in the Bible is true! God LOVES mankind so much that Jesus died for the sins we ourselves committed, taking the punishment Himself so that "we" wouldn't have to,because He loves you!
Posted by: Jillian
Location: ca
on Jan 29, 2008 at 11:57 PM
Brianna's family & friends, On December 8, 2004, my 4 month old baby girl died in her sleep while she was in bed with me. that was the most traumatic experience in my entire life! that absolutely BROKE me! i was sooo layden down with horror and grief, that i began seeing things that weren't there and i actually heard voices! i knew i had to be there for my husband, but this hurt me sooo badly that i didn't know if i could even survive it. i was in total desperation! WHERE was my baby??? i HAD to be with her again! 2 days later on december 10, 2004, a voice inside me said, "Babies go to heaven, and heaven is Jesus." so i began praying while i was driving home. i told Jesus i was so sorry for all the wrong things i had done and i surrendered all of my life to Him. i was finally ready to pick up my my cross and follow Him. i asked Him to please bring me comfort because this hurt me sooo bad! then i closed the prayer with, "In Jesus' name i pray, amen."
Posted by: jillian
on Jan 29, 2008 at 11:45 PM
thank you, anonymous location: reno!!!!! :)
Posted by: Anonymous
Location: reno
on Jan 29, 2008 at 08:26 PM
Kris maybe you should stay off this site, we need prayers prayers prayers and someone who doesnt believe in God can't offer that! So don't knock Jillian we need nothing but support for Brianna! Her family needs faith, love, and prayers!!!!
Posted by: Stacy
Location: Reno
on Jan 29, 2008 at 12:35 PM
To whomever has Brianna...You don't appear to be a killer so let her go. This has gone on long enough. Sounds like you have a child, how would you feel if something happened to your child like this. Drop her off in a safe place, and LEAVE!!! You can do it, this will only get worse for you the longer it goes on. If you have a shred of "Normalcy" in your body you will let her go. Simple as that. If you are a real man, let her go. She has a family and a life to come home to. Do the right thing, you know you can!!!
Posted by: Glenn Owen
Location: Texas
on Jan 29, 2008 at 09:27 AM
SUSPECT BEHAVIORAL CHARACTERISTIS. The following comments are the opinion and hypothesis of Glenn Owen. INTELLIGENCE--Suspect likely possesses average to above average intelligence. He is methodical-calculating and plans the attacks prior to committing them. HE EVOLVED--Adapting his method of operation to further enhance his skills as a serial rapist. GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS. He will likely be described by those who know him as arrogant, manipulative, a chronic liar and completely unremorseful. VICTIM CRIME LOCATION. The rapist works in a "COMFORT ZONE" communities he did not stand out in, was familiar with and could come and go without detection. SEXUAL RELATIONSHIPS. He will exhibit deviant sexual behavior (ref: shaved pubic area, oral sex). Mastery and control were likely central themes to his sex acts. CRIMINAL HISTORY. The offender likely possesses a criminal record with convictions of burglary, theft, criminal tresspass and possibly assault.
Posted by: Kris
Location: CA
on Jan 29, 2008 at 08:47 AM
At the risk of getting briefly off topic, Jillian, at least we agree that what she said was offensive and unnecessary, but please don't attack atheists. As I AM one, I can tell you there are plenty of us who are perfectly moral and decent. So knock it off, this is not the place to preach, and you come off just as bitter as that "bitter old woman". Offering your prayers and your views are fine, but stop bashing people who don't believe the same thing you do! Having said that, I am honestly a little relieved about the extra help being brought in. Not that the police aren't capable, but every little bit helps.
Posted by: Glenn Owen
Location: Texas
on Jan 29, 2008 at 07:09 AM
DOME LIGHT. One of things I noticed when they gave out the vehicle description was the dome light location. It was not located in the center of the interior roof where most dome lights are located. It was located up front near the rear view mirror. What type of vehicles (suv's, pick ups) have these type of dome lights besides police cars and exmergency vehicles? BRIANNA, Has been missing 9 days now and I don't like the looks of it but her body has not been found. I agree with Frank the possibility does exzist Bri could still be a live being held against her will. Until her remains are found we don't know. I spoke with Stewart Campbell last night and explained to him how our perp had evolved into a oragnized serial rapist. The first attack was sloppy and the girl got away. The second attack was successful and more organized but he let the victim go. The third attack even more organized and Brianna is still missing. Bridget don't give up hope.
Posted by: Jillian
Location: CA
on Jan 29, 2008 at 04:33 AM
So "that" is why kids are committing all this crime these days! If you still try to stand there and say that "you" yourself have never done it, then outright you a bold faced LIAR, because you KNOW that you did the same things when you yourself was young!!!!!! i've had enough of you; SHUUUSH!!!!!!!!!!!!!! To Brianna's family, and also to Brianna's best friend, K.T., i am sooo SORRY about what happened! I know that it isn't much, but i hope that you can find "some" comfort in the fact taht i will keep you guys in my thoughts and prayers! And i will pray that God will bring her home safe to you, but nevertheless, not "my" will, but "Thy" will be done! And i will put my trust in the fact that God knows exactly what He is doing! God bless you all!
Posted by: Jillian
Location: CA
on Jan 29, 2008 at 04:25 AM
You are not born with all these know how common sense. You have to learn common sense gradually through your own life expereinces. You can't make someone learn by "telling" them to do it your way. You can't blame her mistake of leaving the door unlocked on her parents! As you are entering into adulthood, you have to live it and "learn" it on your own. Where's the compassion?? What happened to Brianna could very easily have happened to "me," and sooo many other teenagers too! You sound like a very bitter old woman! Your comments are not appreciated! And just fyi, the reason why we have sooo many kids committing all these crimes in these days, is because in 1963, Madalyn Murray O'hair-an athiest, got prayer and Bible reading taken OUT of schools. So kids aren't grounded in the Word of God. They aren't being taught absolute truth...what is right and what is wrong, so they are running around like little demons!
Posted by: Jillian
Location: Rancho Cucamonga, CA
on Jan 29, 2008 at 04:13 AM
This story is sooo SAD! Brianna is such a BEAUTIFUL girl!!!!!! I'm a 26 year old woman. GRANDMA, you are such a HYPOCRITE, acting like you've always lived this morally *perfect* life! For one thing, you aren't perfect! NO one is perfect except for Jesus Christ! You act like you aren't aren't even a member of the human race! Because we were all born with a sin nature! No one has to teach us how to lie, steal, or drink while being underage! You're a LIAR for implying that you have never sinned! And by doing so, you are calling God a LIAR, for ALL have sinned, there is not one good, no not one! i just wanted to write to tell you, i understand how those girls left their door unlocked. I've done it before! it's not like you do it on purpose. it's just a mistake; and in Brianna's case, it's been a very costly mistake! I feel like i can identify with her because i was doing the SAME thing when i was her age! I was in casinos and drinking when i was 19.
Posted by: stacy
Location: Reno
on Jan 28, 2008 at 12:07 PM
Could someone please elaborate on dome light. It is outside above the roof like a work truck or inside like most people have. What should the public be looking for? I would like more information to keep my eyes peeled. I take photos of homes for homeowners insurance and would like to know what exactly to look for.
Posted by: FDInLaw
Location: NWAR
on Jan 28, 2008 at 11:07 AM
Prayers for Brianna's loved ones. . . I hope she is found alive and soon!
Posted by: NA
Location: South Carolina
on Jan 28, 2008 at 06:09 AM
I just posted a comment about the basektball pants and realized I left something out. Based on the description this man is not very tall, but he seems to be able to compensate for that with his muscle mass. The description mentioned that he is in shape. This is why I feel that he is an avid gym member or he has a weight set in his house. Also,the description says he didn't smell like smoke or alchol and he shaves his pubic area and possibly other body hair. This makes me think he is and into his physique and works out regularly and he has toin order to stay that way. I think he also could have a family because of the baby shoe that was mentioned to have been in his car. If that is the case, maybe he is having some problems in his relationship with the mother. These are all things that I am sure the police are taking into consideration, but I just want to try to be of some help just in case. The more help the better. Bring this girl home.
Posted by: Frank
Location: Texas
on Jan 28, 2008 at 06:05 AM
Each day since must seem to get a lot darker for Brianna’s family and friends since her abduction. They must pray and not give up hope. Naturally, Brianna’s family and friends have been going through a very gloomy and nerve-racking week. They have received a lot of information that is very disturbing. Several young people including Elizabeth Smart, Ben Owensby, Shawn Hornbeck, Carmen Castillo, Denise Garcia, Clay Moore and Audrey Seiler and many more were found safe after being abducted. So there is still a glimmer of hope. Though many people’s expectations are now low, everyone must keep praying until something definite is known.
Posted by: Gleen Owen
Location: Texas
on Jan 28, 2008 at 05:35 AM
I have made contact with Stewart Campbell. He has my cell phone number.
Posted by: unknown
Location: south carolina
on Jan 28, 2008 at 05:34 AM
I have been following the case as I do most abduction cases. I was victim of a sexual assault as a child and I guess that is why I feel a need to follow other cases. I want them all to end in successful recovery of the vicitim. At the same time, I know the statistics. Anyway, I was reading a report from one of your local news stations and it mentioned that the perp was wearing basketball type pants. I am sure the police have thought about it, but I am going to mention it anyway. Check all the local Gymnasiums and rec centers ASAP. We live in times with great technological tools (cameras, computers,etc.) I also read that Bri is a pscyhology student and I hope she was able to use that knowledge to keep herself safe. Fight like Hell Brianna. My thoughts and prayers to her family and friends.
Posted by: RPD
Location: Reno
on Jan 27, 2008 at 09:52 PM
Glenn Owen? Would you be willing to meet with officials in Texas? We are interested in meeting with the guy behind these messages. Would you be willing?
Posted by: Glenn Owen
Location: Texas
on Jan 27, 2008 at 10:32 AM
Yes, Tim will come and it wont cost Brianna's family a penny. He would be great support for the family because he has been there before. I don't want to see this go on for years. Not knowing is the hardest. Not knowing if she is dead or a live. Not being able to give her a proper Christian burial if she is dead? I don't wont to see Brianna and her family have to go through what Kristin Smart's or Rachel Cooks family had to go through. Both girls still missing many years later. The girl who was abducted and sexually assaulted. Where was the unknown location he took her? How long did he drive? How many stops and turns did he make? Brianna was blitz attacked like the other girls. He threw the blanket off of her and rendered her unconciouse. Then he took her to his vehcile. The perp is familiar with the area. I don't think it's his first BAR B Q. I hope and pray this beautiful girl Brianna is still a live, But the odds are 1 out of 1000. FIND BRIANNA!!!!
Posted by: Dean
Location: Wash DC
on Jan 27, 2008 at 03:24 AM
God Bless Brianna as she makes her way back home to her friends and family. We are all concerned for her safe return. As a father of 2 with a daughter who is 16 I am VERY interested in this case and hope and pray that she is found healthy and safe SOON. Whoever did this WILL certainly pay if they harmed her.
Posted by: Alysia
Location: Reno
on Jan 26, 2008 at 05:06 PM
Brianna Denison is an amazing person. She has one of the kindest hearts in the world. She is a very strong girl and I know her and the family. She will find her way home
Posted by: tj
Location: oregon
on Jan 26, 2008 at 01:04 PM
Where was the boyfriend sunday morning?? He supposedly was in reno on Friday and text messaged Brianna on sunday morning. could he actually of been in reno sunday morning?? The police have 'cleared' him, but have not said if he was in reno or oregon on sunday .hope they find Brianna father of 3 girls.
Posted by: Rick Denison
Location: California
on Jan 26, 2008 at 10:31 AM
It’s been so long since I’ve been to Reno and seen the family, and now that’s all I can think about. I’ve been spreading the word and placing posters, everyone please do the same. You never know who or where a small clue can change this tragedy. Talk about it, and pray about it!
Posted by: Dawn
Location: Orlando, FL
on Jan 26, 2008 at 07:20 AM
Mark Furman,Fox News stated the BLANKET was found on the kitchen floor! Why hasn't ANYONE made any comment about the BLANKET? Remember, it's 30 degrees outside, and Brianna is NOT dressed very warm.
Posted by: Reina
Location: Reno
on Jan 25, 2008 at 08:06 PM
Okay, I went to the link that Anonymous from NJ left about Glenn Owen. I read the whole article and I believe that Glenn Owen is deffiently a real person. I dont think that the person protraying to be Glenn leaving these comments on the KOLO TV Website is really him. He's saying the exact same thing that was said in the article. I mean you can't say the exact same things for every case right? I dont know if I would trust the guy leaving the comments here. I would want to talk to this Glenn person face to face before I took any steps in contacting Tim.
Posted by: Anonymous
Location: Reno
on Jan 25, 2008 at 07:57 PM
I agree with shauntah...why was the b/f suddenly dismissed?? He was allegedly the last person to be in contact with Brianna via text messages. Secondly, in this day & age, why was the door unlocked @ 4am??? Especially when the house is occupied only by women in college. That makes no sense. Also, what is the significance of taking the teddy bear? Nothing seems to add up...it's as though she was beamed out of the house, given the fact that no footprints, tire tracks, etc. have been found...very strange.
Posted by: UNR
Location: reno
on Jan 25, 2008 at 07:39 PM
I just say, Let's all pray God be with her.
Posted by: Miriam
Location: Reno
on Jan 25, 2008 at 04:52 PM
To the cold hearted grandma....do you spend your holidays alone??? Who are you to judge??? May god be with you, you need just as much prayers as the family does. You have such an ugly heart and remember....God doesn't like ugly. To the family....May God Bless you!!
Posted by: Miriam
Location: Reno
on Jan 25, 2008 at 04:35 PM
TO THE FAMILY... PLEASE STAY STRONG AND NEVER GIVE UP HOPE. I PRAY TO GOD THAT SHE IS FOUND SOON. AS A MOTHER, I CAN'T EVEN IMAGINE THE PAIN YOU MUST BE GOING THRU, BUT REMEMBER THAT GOD IS WITH YOU, AND THERE ARE ALOT OF PEOPLE OUT LOOKING FOR HER AND MOST IMPORTANTLY PRAYING HER SAFE RETURN.
Posted by: Frank
Location: Texas
on Jan 25, 2008 at 04:19 PM
Tim Miller is a very dedicated person that has an un-common instinct and a unique ability to find missing persons. He has a very high success rate for finding missing persons. He also has a tremendous amount of resources available if they are needed. But as Glen Owen stated, Mr. Miller will not get involved in a missing person case unless he is requested by either the police - or the missing person’s family. I’m quite sure that if Brianna’s family called Tim and asked for his help, he would come. But time is very important and they need call him. Tim Miller is the person I would call if I had a family member or friend missing. His office phone number is (281) 309-9500 and the website is www.texasequusearch.org
Posted by: K
Location: Reno
on Jan 25, 2008 at 04:14 PM
Wouldn't a scent for the dogs to pick up be non-existent if the abductor carried her out?
Posted by: Kris
Location: CA
on Jan 25, 2008 at 04:10 PM
I for one think RPD is perfectly capable, and to echo the sentiments of some of my fellow readers, if you think you can do a better job, what is stopping you? However, I have to take issue with the comment from GRANDMOTHER. Ma'am, you make it sound like this young woman was asking for this to happen. I ask you this..what happens if/when they DO find the perpetrator, and he is one of those in your coveted "raised right" age group? Stop your bantering about how things "used to be" or "should be", get off your high horse, and be supportive instead of spiteful.
Posted by: shauntah harshaw
Location: reno
on Jan 25, 2008 at 02:40 PM
I would like to know how the boyfriend was dissmissed as a suspect? Can he prove he was'nt in reno after Friday? As well as the nice guy who gave the one friend a ride home, and from what I understand she didnt know this guy. What counts him out?
Posted by: HF
Location: Sparks
on Jan 25, 2008 at 12:57 PM
The comment from Grandmother really gets me...why dont you check your facts before slamming the parents for not doing a great job in raising Brianna..the SWAT was a college snowboarding/winter break weekend..yes the dances were held at a casino..SURPRISE..it is Reno and that is what we are famous for...this weekend was not just for underage college students..there were plenty of 21 year olds in attendance who are legal to drink and gamble and the casinos watch very carefully for any underage gambling and drinking..they do not want to be shut down over allowing minors to do illegal things....not to mention that SWAT also had their own security and medical staff on hand..this is not some fly by night event..and not everybody underage is out there getting drunk and stupid..some of our kids wanted to hang out with other college kids and dance..please remember nobody deserves to be ripped away from their family and friends and made to look bad for attending a college winter break event.
Posted by: Mark
on Jan 25, 2008 at 11:21 AM
-Glenn, Do you really think that Tim would come up to Reno? I just want to me sure that I don't get the family's hope up and them he doesn't come when they ask. What are the real chances that he will come?
Posted by: Glenn Owen
Location: Texas
on Jan 25, 2008 at 10:37 AM
TIM MILLER & TEXAS EQUUASEARCH. In 1984 Tims lovely 15 year old daugthter Laura was abducted and murded by a serial killer working the greater Houston Galveston Texas area. Over 30 young girls have fallen prey to several serial killers working the area over the past 30 years. Tim knows what it's like to loose a daughter. He can be a great support for Brianna's family. Texas Eqquasearch has been involved in over 600 cases and has a 70% find record. Many of the victims are found dead but they find them. RPD and other agencies are working hard to find Brianna but who has as much experiace as Texas Equasearch? I'm not a advocate for Texas Eqquasearch me and Tim have had our differences but I want to find Brianna and they happen to be the best. Advise Brianna family to contact Tim. Tell him I said find the best tracking dog in the south and bring it to Reno. Tim will work with RPD and other search groups. I wish I could come but I can't. Keep up the good work and find Brianna.
Posted by: Anonymous
Location: NJ
on Jan 25, 2008 at 07:36 AM
Here is a link about Genn Owen http://truecrimemagazine.com/articles/275 Glenn Owen is a 20 year veteran Texas Police Officer and Criminal Investigator
Posted by: Anonymous
Location: TEXAS
on Jan 24, 2008 at 11:03 PM
My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of BRI, as it's a very difficult time when a family member is abducted. I personally know what it's like to have something like this happen to a family member and with Gods help luckily everything turned out fine. Everyone, keep praying for Brianna's safe return!!!
Posted by: william
Location: westwood calif
on Jan 24, 2008 at 06:20 PM
I was thinking today that the k 9 unit did not pick up anything Iwould take the k 9 unit to every sexual preator that was contacted and smell the property @ vehicle that he or she owens Ihope to god you find her.
Posted by: Anonymous
on Jan 24, 2008 at 05:32 PM
Who is the owner of this home these girls are living in, maybe check that too... I hope the police set this guy up and find him because he will try it again it's only a matter of when...The previous rapes should have been covered much more and maybe woman would understand the severity of protecting ourselves! It's very easy to feel safe in your own environment, and let your guard down but you can't there are sick people everywhere! I pray Brianna is brought home to her family where she belongs!
Posted by: Anonymous
on Jan 24, 2008 at 05:25 PM
Maybe you can get ahold of Glen by calling equasearch the searchers he keeps speaking of... They have a website and I believe they are the search team who went to Aruba for Natalie Halloway...
Posted by: RPD
Location: Reno
on Jan 24, 2008 at 05:00 PM
Why do people insist the cops are lacking in skill. If any of you think you can do a better job, and find her, then get off the pc and go find her!!!!
Posted by: FBI
Location: Reno
on Jan 24, 2008 at 04:47 PM
Maybe someone needs to look into this Glen Owen guy? He has some sound ideas regarding the search? Does anyone have his contact details? Is he a private investigator?
Posted by: lizabeth
Location: hemet ca
on Jan 24, 2008 at 03:56 PM
hi im lizabeth im breannas cuz best friend her cuz name is emma me and her family is real wared about her so plz dont stop loking fo4r her she is not the kind of girl that wold do this she is real kind she is all wos woring about others but now we r woring about branna if u ever read this me and your family love u so much we just wont u to come home plz we love her so if u no some thing plz say some thing plz
Posted by: Alma
on Jan 24, 2008 at 03:50 PM
I have watched Brianna grow up. I know her mom, brother and grandparents. I have always said that Bree's mother deserves a gold medal in motherhood. Bree is one of the prettiest, sweetest, kindest, generous, loveable young girls I have ever met. She was so so sweet. Bree's grandmother told me one time that her daughter, Bree's mother, took motherhood very seriously. And it was obvious. This tragedy is incomprehensible. What's up with this guy in the dark truck, older model, w/ c.d. player, etc? Why is the teddy bear missing? Was there too much blood on it, or perhaps fingerprints that would have been left behind. Speaking of fingerprints, does anyone know if the cops got any good fingerprints off the door jam? And it doesn't take four or five days to determine if it was blood on the pillow. Have the boyfriend(s) been interviewed? I hope the cops are driving around in unmarked cars in the middle of the night looking for this truck. LET'S PRAY, PRAY, PRAY, PLEASE EVERYONE
Posted by: JEFF
on Jan 24, 2008 at 03:02 PM
I agree with Glenn! We can still find her! We just have to make sure not to give up. Keep on the police and make sure that they are staying on top of things we don't want this case to get cold. Do everything that you can to keep Brianna in the media and keep people interested. The last thing that we want is for the media, police and everyone else to loss interest and give up. I wonder in UNR has security cameras that might have caught this guy roaming around the campus looking for other victims? I just don't believe that every option has been looked at there has to be something that we are over looking!
Posted by: Glenn Owen
Location: Texas
on Jan 24, 2008 at 01:47 PM
WERE NOT RUNNING OUT OF OPTIONS!!! Were going to find Brianna and the scum bag who took her. I don't know for sure if these other attacks are related but their way to close for comfort. If this person was prowling looking for a victim and noticed Bri????? I mean it is the same area and same time frame not to mention blitz attack, abduction and sexual assault. We just don't know for sure. But we know one thing this for sure this person attacked, abducted and raped another girl and I want him. This may be last post that I make for a few days. I'm working a man and may not have time to post. I'll be keeping up with the case. Police advised they were running out of options. No, No, No my friends were just getting started. GOOD LUCK!! FIND BRIANNA.
Posted by: Glenn Owen
Location: Texas
on Jan 24, 2008 at 12:30 PM
The family or police must contact Tim Miller with Texas EquuaSearch. I know Tim but I can't do it the request must come from family or police. If your interested in some of my criminal profiles in other cases where the perp has been caught years later google search The Suffolk Strangler...A Profile by Steve Huff. A Knoxville Mystery part 3 by Steve Huff. Some unsolved cases I have assessed/profiled The Nona Dirksmeyer murder by Scarlet Simms Russellville Arkansas Courier. Person of interest Not Interested by Breck Porter Galveston Police News it's about the I-45 Serial Killer in the Greater Houston Texas area. I'M LOOKING FOR A HEAVY SET WHITE MALE AGE 30 TO 40 WHO DRIVES AN OLDER MODEL TRUCK DARK IN COLOR. IT HAS A NEW CD PLAYER WITH BLUE AND RED LIGHTS ON THE CD PLAYER. THE RAPIST ATTACKS FROM BEHIND AND CHOKES HIS VICTIMS UNCONSCIOUS THEN TAKES THEM TO A UNKNOWN LOCATION. HE'S AN ORAGNIZED SERIAL RAPIST PROBABLY HAS A CRIMNAL RECORD FOR BURGLARY OR THEFT.
Posted by: Lesley
Location: Reno
on Jan 24, 2008 at 11:33 AM
I have known,loved and respected Briannas family for many years..My heart just breaks thinking that anything this tragic could be happening to such fine Family...and the key word here is "FAMILY".....They love,they hug,they bicker,they stick up for each other...and most of all they would give anyone in need a meal or the shirt off their backs...If you want to pass judgement then go somewhere else and do it...or better yet...Go pray for this beautiful young womans safe return!!!!....and to also say these dispicable things about her friend is appalling..How cruel can people be???.....Please give and show your support for this heartbroken family in their time of need.
Posted by: Glenn Owen
Location: Texas
on Jan 24, 2008 at 11:30 AM
REF: KOLO NEWS 8 Dec 19, 2007. A 22 year old girl was attacked from behind and choked unconscious taken to unknown location and raped. Another girl was attacked from behind in the same area the same month but she screamed and was able to get away. The suspect is described as a heavy set white male 30 to 40 years of age driveing an older model dark colored truck with a cd player in it with red and blue lights. It's my opinion these cases are related and our perp is prowling the area looking for easy pickens. Brianna was easy pickens and it's my opinion he choked her out or struck her by evidence of blood on the pillow and took her to a unknown location as I have stated in previous post. The perp needs a place to go so he's not desturbed. WE NEED TO FIND THIS MAN AND THE LOCATION WHERE HE TOOK THE VICTIM NOW!!!!!!!!! The perp attacked the other girl early Sunday morning around 3:00 am in the vacinity of North Virginia St. KOLO I NEED MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THESE CASES.
Posted by: Anonymous
on Jan 24, 2008 at 11:14 AM
Hey Glen your quite the expert ay! Why dont you get off blogs and fly your rear to Reno to lead the investigation! Who are u? Search n Rescue? If u'd like to see Equasearch involved, and u've done this more than once why don't u and them get out here then!!!!
Posted by: KAITLIN
Location: RENO
on Jan 24, 2008 at 10:29 AM
A QUESTION THAT I HAVE IS WHY HAS THE NAME OF THE "SNOWBOARDING EVENT AND RAP CONCERT" THAT SHE ATTENDED ONLY BEEN SAID ONCE. I DO NOT UNDERSTAND WHY THE PLACE WHERE HER NIGHT STARTED WHICH COULD BE A KEY IN THE INVESTIGATI0N IS BEING ONLY DESCRIBED AS A "SNOWBOARDING EVENT AND CONCERT". S.W.A.T. OR SUMMER WINTER ACTION TOURS IS THE NAME OF THE EVENT AND IT IS LOCATED AT THE SANDS REGENCY AND THE CONCERT WAS HELD AT THE LIVESTOCK EVENT CENTER. THESE TYPE OF DETAILS MAY PROVE TO BE HELPFUL AND CERTAINLY COULD NOT HURT. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH HER FRIENDS AND FAMILY.
Posted by: Glenn Owen
Location: Texas
on Jan 24, 2008 at 08:46 AM
Let's try to stay focused folks. I know the RPD and FBI are doing everything possible to find Brianna. I've been in there shoes more than once. I have a few observations and recomendations. First--If the same man (physicle description) attacked the two other victims near the campus his composite sketch should be released to the public. Second--I would like to see Texas EqquaSearch involved and have them bring some of the best tracking dogs in the world go back over the abduction site. I can't beleive good dogs are not finding Brianna's scent. Third recanvas and expand the canvas to at least a three block area. Anyone single living a lone needs to be spoken with in that area. Fourth--Organized search teams should work their way out and look in isolated areas 10 to 20 miles from abduction site useing dogs that alert to methane gas (death smell). Sixth--Have the FBI perform a crimnal profile of the type of person were dealing with because it appears to be someone organized.
Posted by: Michelle
Location: Reno
on Jan 23, 2008 at 11:21 PM
Hey, DOESN"T MATTER? Yes, this is a very sad matter. I said the story has changed many times, it has. I don't know who has the wrong story, I never said the friend was lying, I SAID THE STORY HAS CHANGED A FEW TIMES!!! Don't put words in my mouth. It's sad that this forum has to turn into a fighting match, when in reality we should all be concerned. I feel very bad for her family and I hope for her safe return.
Posted by: Reina
Location: Reno
on Jan 23, 2008 at 08:02 PM
What! Is this a DEBATE? NO!, this is a place where you can come to pay your respects to Bri's family. Stop arguing about who did what or who said what blah blah blah, Start thinking about eaither what you can do to help or how you can learn from this. I dont know Bri or her friends/family, but what I do know is I live in Reno and I'm a college student as well, with 2 kids and there is someone on the loose in our area and that concerns me... It should as well concern anyone else in this area too, not just an argument starter. As for those who do not live in our area worrie about what is going on in your town. Thank you, The lord be with Brianna Denison AND HER FAMILY... AND... ALL OF HER FRIENDS DENISON
Posted by: Bernie
Location: mendocino county
on Jan 23, 2008 at 07:59 PM
I know the Grandparent, the mother, and the brother. The grandparents i know the best, wonderful poeple who cherrished this girl. The mother the same. Do yourself a favor and switchplaces with them and it was your grandaughter or daughter they are talking about. Would you want everyone scrutinizing you and your family. Dont judge them because you are not in their position. Its a horrible thing that is happening and enough for a family to suffer without having to deal with the public.
Posted by: Hannah
Location: Reno
on Jan 23, 2008 at 03:14 PM
THIS IS NOT A MATTER OF HOW WELL BRI'S PARENTS RAISED HER NOR A MATTER OF TIME TO CRITIZE HER FAMILY, OR DISCUSS MORALS, A CHILD YOUNG WOMAN AND FRINED IS GONE. THIS IS A MOMENT IS WHICH WE AS A TOWN SHOULD THINK OF WHAT WE CAN DO TO MAKE OUR PUBLIC EVENTS, CONCERTS, AND TRANSPORTATION HOME SAFE. FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO ARE ACTING LIKE BRI IS ALL IN THE WRONG YOU SHOULD FEEL MUCH DIFFERENT THANKING GOD THAT NIGHT OF ALL NIGHTS YOUR CHILD WAS HOME. FOR THE FRIENDS AND FAMILY OF BRI I APOLOGIZE FOR THE RUDE AND UNHELPFUL COMMENTS OF THOSE WHO ARE AT HOME NOT HELPING OR PRAYING. AS FOR BRIS FRIENDS IF ANY OF YOU HAVE THE STRENGHT REMEMBER ALL THOSE WHO YOU ENCOUNTERED THAT NIGHT DO SO BY STARTING AT WALKING OUT YOUR FRONT DOOR. NO ONE WILL EVER KNOW WHY PEOPLE ARE STOLEN BUT ONE THING WE ALL KNOW IS THAT TO FIND HER YOU MUST TRACK EVERY STEP YOU TOOK. WORK BACKWARDS LIKE A MAZE TO FIND HER. THE LAW THAT WAS BROKEN WAS THE STEALING OF BRI NOT THAT SHE WAS PARTYING. GOD BLESS.
Posted by: Anonymous
Location: reno not texas
on Jan 23, 2008 at 03:14 PM
You people with the jealousy comments need to truly get a life... How would you like it if something like this happened to you and your friends were scrutinized to the max with such negative remarks... Look in the mirror, quit wasting your time posting nasty comments...These are young girls who are friends and need many prayers! K.T. has to live with this the rest of her life whether they find Bri or not!!! That's heartbreaking enough without ignorant comments from people like you! Perhaps your the one with jealousy problems after all why would you even think of that scenario...maybe you watch too many episodes of CSI,because I'm sure the truth is further than that house and her friends truthfully have no idea...How often do you hear stories of jealous girls taking revenge in such a way on their friends??? And how often do you hear stories of rapist,kidnappers, pedofiles, ect...? I'm sure much more than jealous friendships! Maybe you should say a prayer for these girls, & yourself!
Posted by: Natalie
Location: Reno
on Jan 23, 2008 at 03:13 PM
This is a very unfortunate happening. Least we forget there are many mentally disturbed folks out there, locked doors or not this could happen to anyone at anytime in a home on the streets or in there car. I do hope she is found alive. Reports state she had on pants a tank top and was barefoot...this in teen and twenty degree temps. I was glad to see the Casino's in the Reno area putting her picture and information on there reader boards for all to see..thankyou for that. Lets all quit putting our untrained two cents in and keep our eyes and ears open. This is real, not what we all see on the CSI's and police shows they make things look easy. Also understand that the media can missconstru stories as each state media picks it up. For the real up to date info log on to our local tv stations or our local paper here in Reno.
Posted by: Sending a prayer
Location: reno
on Jan 23, 2008 at 02:47 PM
Wow! This is amazing, how quick people are to judge others, such as Briannas friends, family, what she was doing...ect ect. Do any of you people know what it's like to live in Reno, or what there is for kids to do, or why college kids come back for the MLK break??? Do you remember what it's like to be 19 going anywhere your friends go even if it is a lousy "rap" concert... So quick "grandma" from CA. are you to say something of her upbringing yet you know nothing... So what if she was in a Casino does that mean she has no morals or her mom is a bad parent???? Who awarded you mother of the year...Let me guess you never drank before 21, you never stayed the night with your girlfriends, your probably as perfect as God right? Why dont you pass judgement towards the person who took her instead of a innocent family going thru a terrible tragedy! Save the negativity and maybe post something nice sending love and prayers this could very easily be one of your children! Please pray!
Posted by: Doesnt Matter
Location: Reno
on Jan 23, 2008 at 02:43 PM
Liner- sounds like you have a little bit of jealously issues yourself. You really think a 20 year old girl would murder hear best friend??? Why dont you stop posting thoughts on something YOU HAVE NO IDEA ABOUT!! you dont know these girls. EVERYONE needs to leave KT alone. Just out of curiosity Glenn, are you a police officer or detective? What? Why do you have so much curiosity in the case? And if you want to help, why are you just posting comments on a bog site?
Posted by: Glenn Owen
Location: Texas
on Jan 23, 2008 at 12:36 PM
ASSESSMENT OF BRIANNA'S ABDUCTION. First we need to keep an open mind. At first my two person's of interest were the boyfriend and the person who gave the girl a ride to the house. But since both have been cleared and we now know two other girls have been attacked in the same area and same time frame. Let's reassess the abduction. Very little evidence at the abduction site. Blanket found in kitchen area. Brianna's purse, cell phone, shoes and clothing left at the scene. Last text message 4:32 am. Small amount of what appears to be blood found on the pillow the size of a silver dollar. Brianna has not contacted family in 4 days. 77% of all murdered woman in Texas are killed by someone who knows them like x-boyfriends or husbands. The other 23% are stranger killings and they are hard to solve. I would like to see RPD release a composite sketch of the rapist. I would like to see EqquaSearch involved the more help the better. Young woman need to know what is going on.
Posted by: Liner
Location: Houston,Tx
on Jan 23, 2008 at 12:35 PM
Why is her friend K.T. Hunter referring to Brianna in the past tense. She said on the morning news show that Brianna WAS her best friend. She knows the whole story.She is a beautiful girl and people are often jealous for reasons that you have no control over. Brianna is the product of her parents making a beautiful baby. The truth is no further than that house.
Posted by: Steve
Location: USA
on Jan 23, 2008 at 11:57 AM
Jessica – I work in a job where I am privy to tips called into police. The amount of people who call in with “dreams” or “visions” on a case being worked is staggering. The Steve Fossett search is a classic example. Thousands of psychics and dreamers offered tips, but he’s still missing. I do believe in using every source possible, but asking a psychic for help is the equivalent of asking a 2-year-old. They are a scam. Further, the FBI does not use psychics. You can publicly request that information or just use your brain. Search warrants and police reports require a chain of custody. You must show, as an agent, how you got from point A to point B in an investigation and if you used a psychic, you must put that in your report. I doesn’t happen (thank God...)
Posted by: KANDSE
Location: SOUTH CAROLINA
on Jan 23, 2008 at 11:23 AM
I BELIEVE THE STORY FROM BRIANNA'S FRIEND DOES NOT MATCH UP RIGHT AND WHY WAS HER DOOR UNLOCKED AT 4 IN THE MORNING ANYWAYS! I MEAN WAS THIS A SET UP OR WHAT! WAS HER FRIEND A LITTLE JEALOUS OF HER CAUSE FRIENDS DO GET JEALOUS! AND SOMEONE KNOWS WHERE SHE WAS THAT NIGHT IN THE HOUSE! WHY DID SHE GO TO A RAP CONCERT AND WITH WHOM DID SHE GO WITH? DID HER FRIEND GO? SOMEONE KNOWS SOMETHING AND HOLDING IT IN BUT IT WILL ALL COME OUT SOON! IT HAS TO BE SOMEONE SHE KNOWS! I WILL KEEP HER IN MY PRAYERS FOR HER FAMILY AND FOR BRIANNA! THIS IS SO TERRIBLE FOR THINGS LIKE THIS TO HAPPEN! SHE IS A BEAUTIFUL YOUNG GIRL! THEY JUST NEED TO FIND HER AND PRAY SHE IS ALIVE!
Posted by: Glenn Owen
Location: Texas
on Jan 23, 2008 at 10:44 AM
According to Greta VanSusteran Fox News two other girls have been attacked in the same area. One girl was kidnapped and sexually assaulted between the hours of 4 and 5 am. The other girl was able to get away and her attack occured around the same time between 4 or 5 am. According to police you could see the couch Bri was sleeping on from the side walk. I posted earlier about organized/disorganized killers. Do we have a serial rapist working the college campus area? Has he turned into a killer? What race was the perp who attacked the two other girls? How old was he? What type of control weapon did he use? Did police recover any dna from the rape kit? Are these two attacks related they sound like they are? If these attacks are related were dealing with a organized serial rapist who may have turned killer. It's my opinion the rapist lives in the area and roams at night. Female college students should be aware the possibility exzist Reno may have a serial rapist/killer.
Posted by: Praying for Brianna
Location: Michigan
on Jan 23, 2008 at 09:48 AM
To all who think they have the solution. Why dooesn't everyone just leave the detective work to the professionals that are handling this. We don't get all the facts in the news. Instead..... lets just all PRAY and PRAY OFTEN for this beautiful girl. She needs all she can get. Pass the word... JUST PRAY FOR HER SAFE RETURN! To Brianna's family: I am soo sorry you have to deal with this scare and then have people making negative comments. Don't let any of these negative people get your hopes down. Hang in there... we will be praying for Brianna here in Michigan.
Posted by: Anonymous
on Jan 23, 2008 at 09:39 AM
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. I think someone needs to proof read the article before it is submitted for everyone to read.
Posted by: Jessica
Location: Las Vegas
on Jan 23, 2008 at 09:34 AM
To steve about psychic detectives, no one said you had to use a "psychic detective" not all psychics are detectives. Like Katherine, I had a dream the morning she went missing and have had dreams since then and even more. I would think that if you wanted to find her you would use every possible source available, expecially if it came down to the last minute of her life and there could be a what if I used that psychic to help and we found her. Theres always time to take a chance, its worth it in the end if it provides help. The fbi does use psychics they just cant say that out in public, that would discredit them. So my point is, is that if it were me missing I would want anyone and everyone to be looking for me no matter how they do it.
Posted by: cami
Location: california
on Jan 23, 2008 at 09:30 AM
please pray for her safe return-Is there any wayto do a door to door search looking in all basements ,attics.etc.these people are usually held against their will ,hidden,in a home,warehouse,hotel,or anywhere without the abductor bringing attention to themselves.I would be knocking on every door in town,and questioning every male resident,married,single,any sexual predators,and convicts in the area.This could be a young man ,or old,middle aged,or a group of people.Please be optomistic and pray for this child...She could have been taken out of the area.I am forwarding all info about her disappearance to all my friends and family all over the United States-anything could help her.
Posted by: BOB
Location: Reno
on Jan 23, 2008 at 09:05 AM
For those who want to help search, join one of the local search and rescue teams such WCSAR, HASTY or SVU. You cannot be an effective seacher without the proper training!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: Glenn Owen
Location: Texas
on Jan 23, 2008 at 08:50 AM
Doesn't Matter, I'm very sorry to be pessimistic but I've seen to many of these cases. The family and friends must be prepared for the worse but pray for a miracle. According to the family Brianna was repsonsible and would have contacted them. We must assume she has been harmed and possible blood evidence indicates this not to mention her clothing and cell phone left behind. What's important right now is finding Brianna. Their is always a small chance Bri is still a live but let's not fool ourselves her situation doesn't look good. I really hope she can found a live but I'm not going to sugar coat her abduction. Family and friends must be prepare for the worse. You right someone could have followed her to Mackey Way. Did Bri drive herself to Mackey Way? Was anyone with Bri? Was Ms Hunter already home when Bri arrived or did Bri ride with Ms Hunter? What time did Ms Hunter fall a sleep? Was anyone else in the house besides Bri and Ms Hunter?
Posted by: Glenn Owen
Location: Texas
on Jan 23, 2008 at 07:57 AM
If the family needs help have them contact Tim Miller Texas Equasearch 877-270-9500 toll free or visit the Equasearch web site. WE NEED TO FIND BRIANNA!
Posted by: Doesnt Matter
Location: Reno
on Jan 23, 2008 at 07:46 AM
Dear Glenn Owen from Texas, Thank you for your wonderful insight into the case. OBVIOUSLY Bri was targeted, but that doesnt mean it was someone KT or anyone else knew! I dont know if you have ever been to Reno, NV but it is a very sketchy place. There are gambling and drugs all over the town. Maybe this creep knew Bri because he saw her at the casino and followed her home. This doesnt mean KT or any of the other people with her know who it is!! Im glad you have the most pessimistic look on this case. It means a lot to everyone involved. Oh, and I dont appreciate being told what to do by someone who has no idea what is going on, even if you are trying to be helpful. But judging by your second post, you dont seem to believe there is even the slightest chance of hope. I hope her family doesnt read your sickening comment.
Posted by: Glenn Owen
Location: Texas
on Jan 23, 2008 at 06:03 AM
ORGANIZED/DISORGANIZED. You have two types of killers organized/disorganized. Organized killers are not stupid and leave very little evidence. They dump there victims 10 to 20 miles away from the abduction site in very remote areas. They work and have transpertation (vehicle). They usually come from families with very dominant father figures. They usually start killing in their mid twenties. Bri sent a text message to her boyfriend at 4:32 am. I suspect the abduction took place around 5:00 to 5:30 am. The perp open the unlocked door and struck Bri while she slept knocking her unconciouse then took her from the residence. I'm sure he placed her in his vehicle and drove her to safe place where he couldn't be desturbed ref: Brooke Wilberger missing from Oregon. The possibility exizt the perp lived near the abduction site and took her to his residence. If that be the case the perp lives a lone and very near the abduction site. The perp knew Bri in some way and wanted her.
Posted by: Glenn Owen
Location: Texas
on Jan 23, 2008 at 05:32 AM
DOESN'T MATTER. It appears to me someone targeted Bri. Someone knew where she was staying at that precise time. Someone who wanted Brianna real bad. Do you know who Brianna was with at the concert? This is NO accident, someone knew exactly where she was and wanted her so bad they took a BIG risk to get her. We know her boyfriend and the person who gave KT a ride has been cleared according to police. That leaves only two other options. Someone who lives near the scene observed Bri that morning and abducted her or someone who knew ya'll wanted Bri and knew where she was at that precise time. GET WITH YOUR FRIENDS AND BRAIN STORM WHO THIS PERSON COULD BE. I'm afraid Bri's abduction is a sex crime and I'm afraid she has been murdered. If this be the case she will probably be found 10 to 20 miles from the abduction site in a remote area. I hope and pray for a miracle like in the Elizabeth Smart case but the odds are against Bri. I would classify the perp as organized.
Posted by: Katherine Bagnall
Location: London Watford
on Jan 23, 2008 at 04:43 AM
Itwould only be out of concern thatI would contact you to offer some help I do not want the money,but was debating to contact you becase it seems so far out I had a dream about your daughter the night she went missing I wrote it down asI like to analise my dreams.Because I thought IT mightbe a incident in Britian there is so much crime here,It was only until I went on the internet last night that I saw the picture of your daughter and it clicked this is not a bogus trip just a chance to offer advice I would never raise the hopes of the family I look forward to hearing from you,with love Katherine JANE Bagnall
Posted by: Steve
Location: USA
on Jan 23, 2008 at 01:32 AM
To the person who says the family should use a psychic... Psychic detectives are frauds. Several organizations, including the FBI and National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, say Psychic have never solved a single missing persons case. No police agency in the US has ever officially praised or rewarded a psychic for solving a case. Mark Klaas calls these people the "second wave" (the first being the person that abducted the child.) They do nothing but cause more pain for the already victimized family. They're snake oil salesmen. Here's what the Klaas Foundation has to say about them... http://www.klaaskids.org/pg-mc-hazards.htm
Posted by: Doesnt Matter.
Location: Reno
on Jan 22, 2008 at 11:22 PM
Wow Chellie. I cant believe you would accuse a girl, who just got her best friend stolen, of lying!!!!! Do you honestly believe that?! I would not believe everything you hear or read in the media. The small important facts are usually the things that get distorted. That goes to you also Michelle. You cant believe everything the media says. These girls are close friends of mine and I have heard the facts straight from them. It makes me sick that people think KT is lying when she has to go through what she is going through.
Posted by: lateesha
Location: louisiana
on Jan 22, 2008 at 10:29 PM
im praying for the whole family.gods will she return or find safely.GOD BLESS U AGIAN.
Posted by: Jay
Location: Somewhere
on Jan 22, 2008 at 10:27 PM
What was she doing at a rap concert????
Posted by: GRANDMOTHER
Location: CA
on Jan 22, 2008 at 09:34 PM
I DON'T UNDERSTAND THE YOUNG PEOPLE OF TODAY, IF THEIR PARENTS HAD OF BEEN STRICTER AS WE WERE IN THE 60'S 70'S AND 80'S, ALL OF THESE THINGS WOULD NOT BE HAPPENING TO OUR YOUNG PEOPLE! WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO THE MORALS AND VALUES THAT PARENTS USED TO TEACH THEIR KIDS? NOT DATING UNTIL THE AGE OF 18 WITHOUT A PARENT ALONG? ETC. CALL ME OLD FASHION, BUT I CAN SAY OLD FASHION MORALS, VALUES, AND DISCIPLINE, WORKS!!!!!!!!!!! AND ALL IT TAKES IS FOR PARENTS TO LEARN HOW TO SAY NO! WHAT WAS THIS GIRL DOING IN A CASINO AT AGE 19, DIDN'T HER PARENTS TEACH HER ABOUT, LAWS, FAKE ID'S, DRINKING UNDER AGE, ETC. AND LIVING AN HONEST LIFE, DON'T LAWS MATTER TO ANYONE ANYMORE? WE HAVE LAWS FOR A REASON AND IF FOLLOWED THINGS LIKE THIS WOULD NOT BE HAPPENING!I PRAY THAT SHE WILL BE FOUND SAFE, BUT I CAN'T SAY I FEEL FOR HER PARENTS SINCE THIS WOULD HAVE NEVER HAPPENED IF SHE WAS NOT OUT BREAKING THE LAW! AND HAD BEEN HOME SAFE WITH HER FAMILY INSTEAD OF OUT PARTYING! (CHILDREN LIVE WHAT THEY LEARN!)
Posted by: Shelly
Location: Reno, NV
on Jan 22, 2008 at 03:32 PM
I met Brianna's cousin last night and he was certainly a wonderful young man. He said that the family is very thankful to everyone for their support during this awful time. They seem like a very nice family and this is so tragic. I can't even imagine. Let's all hope for her safe return.
Posted by: Toni
Location: Sparks
on Jan 22, 2008 at 03:22 PM
hey guys, we are all keeping good thoughts. We are praying for Brianna's safe return. If you need anything, please call and we will be there in a flash. Our hearts are full of sadness. Keep the faith. Love the Garate Family
Posted by: anonymous
Location: reno
on Jan 22, 2008 at 02:42 PM
Curious that many of you are distrusting of a 19 year old whose best friend has been kidnapped. Yet, you feel she is lying in a story where the author misspells such words as "friend" and "yielded". Maybe the reporter is the one with the incorrect infomation???
Posted by: Jessica
Location: Las Vegas
on Jan 22, 2008 at 02:19 PM
When are they going to use the help of a psychic? She was hurt by someone she knew!
Posted by: Claudia Rebolledo
Location: Ontario C.A
on Jan 22, 2008 at 02:04 PM
Its really auful whats happening I will have her in my prays!!!!!
Posted by: katie
Location: reno
on Jan 22, 2008 at 12:17 PM
Lock the freakin' door! It's sad if this is what it takes for women (and girls) to pay attention to those things. I have seen so many newly graduated high school girls come to school with a complete lack of "street" smarts and common sense. DON'T leave the door unlocked. DON'T take rides from strangers. DON'T automatically trust people you've just met. I just really hope they find her and, as Michelle has already stated, that the inconsistencies in the girls stories get figured out.
Posted by: Michelle
Location: reno
on Jan 22, 2008 at 11:13 AM
Yeah, well said Chellie! This doesn't make a bit of sense to me. Nothing adds up and the story has changed so many times. Have they spoke with the 45 year old yet? Did he even give them a ride home, or was it just KT? In the beginning he gave 1 girl a ride, now it's he gave them both a ride.....was Bri even out with KT at 4am? Kt said a stranger gave her a ride, now it's "oh he's my good friend"???? Hmm, I'd like to hear what this good friend has to say about all this??? Someone knows something, it will all come out, it always does! I commented on this yesterday and my comment isn't posted, why? I said I can't believe the lack of house precautions considering the attempted rapes and the rape that actually happened in the neighborhood. Nothing adds up, nothing! Like I said, it will all be sorted out! I feel so bad for the family.
Posted by: missy
Location: usa
on Jan 22, 2008 at 07:13 AM
i will deff keep her in my prayers i wish i can help cuz it happened to one of my family members long time ago.
Posted by: Michael Mack
Location: Las Vegas, Nevada
on Jan 22, 2008 at 01:33 AM
Bridget, My deepest prayers are with you for Briana's safe return. I have not been able to sleep all night thinking about the horror that you are going through. My family extends their hopes and prayers for her and your family.
Posted by: Nickey
Location: Reno
on Jan 21, 2008 at 10:20 PM
I am a friend of Briannas family an of her please keep her in your prayers! and call the number in the article if you would like to help! and please if you have any information plleaasseeee speak up!
Posted by: Chellie
Location: USA
on Jan 21, 2008 at 09:19 PM
Maybe the police know more than they are saying. What about this KT person?...her supposed friend. First she says someone drove her home while hailing a cab, then, all of a sudden, she says she knows who the guy is and he's harmless....then she says there were a bunch of rapes in the neighborhood and thinks it is a random person....so you leave your door open? The whole thinks stinks!!! Now another article says she was upstairs. Sounds like she is lying big time. Sometimes young women ca be viciouly jealous. Very sad
Posted by: Anonymous
on Jan 21, 2008 at 06:25 PM
Unbelievable the police ended their search in the afternoon until tomorrow!!!
Posted by: k
Location: reno
on Jan 21, 2008 at 05:16 PM
This is sooo sad! I can't believe 24 hours into it the police are already stopping their search until tomorrow! Aren't the first 48 hours the most important!?? Have police talked to registered offenders in the area? This is someones child I pray she is returned safely, and the efforts to find her continue! God be with her family....
Posted by: Will
Location: UNR
on Jan 21, 2008 at 11:47 AM
Yeah, more information about this! I live right by campus and have friends who are willing to help search
Posted by: Karrie
Location: NW Reno
on Jan 21, 2008 at 10:52 AM
How can I help the search for Brianna? It's a holiday so my kids aren't in school, and the three of us can walk for miles if it can help. SO what can we do?? Conserned mother of 4!! |
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I'm confused why doesn't the sketch have the gotte mentioned (should have one w/ and w/out) also didnt' the driver of brown suv at sands come forward and doesn't any of the victims remember interior/exterior colors or are we focusing on brown suv
Say, I was looking at this picture and when I watched Dateline May 1, 2008 last week the guy in this picture kind of looks like the dude who was doing th e Mall murders over in Florida.Except for the hat and the pony tail which could be part of the hat for a cover up...he looks very simular.The times sort of match, where he could have been during the crimes. The very first drawing the first lady did...( kidnapped at the mall!) was closer then the proffessional artist who made the picture more clearer and colored. that would mean the guy changes and moves with the wind always useing a different approach to his crime.
god bless bri's sould. my praises of bringing her justice. it was tragic how she died. i pray for the family.
OMG that is so crazy...i can't believe someone can do that.i hope they find the person who did this and i hope he rots in hell. To the mom i hope you can hang in there
Thanks, (aka The Real Suspect Zero). I hope they catch this guy soon.
In response to MJ- Post on Feb 16, 2008 Disposal site location alone would not suggest either a loical guy or a non-resident of Reno. Other factors/crime scene elements relating to chronologics, methods and signature aspect would first have to be assessed. But with what little is known concerning this particular crime series, would sugest a non-resident of the city of Reno (proper)
a charter cable guy turned himself in for the murder of brianna denisson when the poilce did a swab check for dna at charter
Order and read a book called COP OUT and Legal Minds. It's a book written by a former cop who have some good solid tips about the signs of serial killers before they strike. A very good read, esppecially for females
guy started working for us three weeks ago from nevada his car has nevada plates he was real creepy you could just feel the way he carried himself we were at work talkin about the rapes in nevada he got realy wierd and at lunch he got all his tools and walked off the job he said his car didnt run so we were given him a ride to work but at lunch he drove it AND GOT ALL HIS TOOLS AND WAS GONE
Glenn Owens, what do you think the profile is of someone that dumps the body in Reno? Is he from in town or out of town.
That's really, really weird. I doubt you saw the same psychic my girlfriend saw since she saw one in another city.. and this person also said she was abducted by a person living near the airport.... I doubt anyone reads these comments anymore since KOLO hides them way back in their archives.. it's horrible how she isn't getting enough attention by the journalists at these news stations nowadays. The attention is what she needs for this crime to be solved. Thousands have been affected by this. Anyways, I'd love to hear what the police and FBI have been doing on this case... seems it has been dormant for a week. All we hear about are the volunteers... what about the professionals?
There are ancient stories from old cultures that say how difficult it is convince man that his perceptions are limited. What is the relevance of this to the search for the missing teenager Brianna Denison? Because the three unusual, but effective websites below have been proven to help find missing people. http://www.briansdreams.com/MISSING/publicr/603.htm http://childsearchpsychic.tripod.com/ http://www.closure4u.com/ One even claims that she was abducted by a man called Al and is being held near Reno airport. If it was your, or my, daughter wouldn't you try everything? And that is my point. Rational modern man would try everything, however strange, and discard the unhelpful. Our society discards these things before it even starts. What does that tell you about us? Keep looking, but use these websites too. Regards Chris
I think the best clues that police will get are from people in the community, people who know this person and have noticed a change in his behavior, a change in his personal appearance, probably a total makeover in his life and perhaps even a sudden "trip." The woman whom would be able to provide the best clues, the one who was temporarily abducted, I believe doesn't even live in this country any more. I heard she was a foreign exchange student and I'm sure if anyone were in her shoes they would have left the country as well. Like I said, the best tips police will get will most likely be from someone who has enough courage to say something about someone they know. There is no doubt in my mind that the police/FBI will find out who this guy is shortly.
I,VE CONTACTED TWO WELL KNOWN POLICE INVESTIGATIVE PYSCHIC'S WHO SAID THEY COULD HELP ,BUT MUST BE ASKED BY FAMILY OR POLICE I'VE GIVEN THIS INFO TO POLICE AND FAMILY,I HOPE THEY WILL ACT ON IT ,WHETHER SCEPTICAL OR NOT,NOTHING TO LOSE ,BRIANNA TO GAIN,ALSO WHY NOT PUT THE OTHER VICTIMS UNDER HYPNOISES TO GAIN MORE DETAIL ON SUSPECT AND VEHICLE. IT'S WORTH A TRY COULD SAVE HER LIFE AND PUT SCUMBAG AWAY.
What is the description of the car