Interesting case. Here's the myspace page of Lori, the first girl who's car was torched

http://www.myspace.com/52273957


I'm so sick of this... it just never ends. This poor, sweet girl. The horrible nature of the crime sounds like someone "had it out for her" but just LOOKING at her photos, you know that couldn't be true.

I'm 24 now, but I look about 19... I feel like young women can't EVER be alone in this country anymore. Is homicide the number one cause of death for young women now a days? I mean... it's so tragic.


Thanks for posting this Steve... it's hard to ignore the similarities. Interesting quote by the friend of Lauren's family. I hope the student's at Auburn are safe.


From the Atlanta Journal Constitution:

http://www.ajc.com/metro/content...web1.html? imw=Y

Barrs said Burk and her longtime boyfriend attended Auburn together, and that Burk's older sister also is an Auburn student.

Family members told Barr that the couple were together about two hours before Burk's killing, but Burk was going to the library to study with friends "and never made it there," Barr said.


I wonder if the BF was a "person of interest?"

The similarities are eerie, but then I imagine that the burning car story is well known on the Auburn campus, should someone wish to copy. It was poignant to read Lori's Myspace blog about her new car.


I think the boyfriend HAS to be an initial person of interest, just for statistics sake. I do admit it was the first think I thought of last night, watching the news.

And yes, other people burn cars to get rid of evidence, but I too think it's strange that two college girls, same college, go missing (one found) and both their cars are torched. You just can't ignore than "pattern."


You can add this http://www.witntv.com/home/headl...ource=enews& c=y to the list of these stories we never wanted to hear. I'm not sure if I am just more exposed to this stuff now that I have been following this website but it sure seems like the world is going crazy.


The first impression while reading the story by Steve was Taylor Behl and Ben Fawley.


Shawna, I just read that too... this is just unbelievable. This YEAR alone we've had Meredith Emerson, Brianna Denison, Lauren Burk, and now Eve Carson and God knows how ever many more who didn't get national media attention. I'm sick and scared of this.


I read this website daily and I am incredibly relieved that you are covering this story. I am an AU grad and current resident of Auburn. This town is a wonderful place to live and I hate to see these horrible events happening here. Sadly, the first though I had after hearing of this is that it is linked to the Slesinski case as well. I certainly hope not! Now, I look over my should everywhere I go. The fear is definately palpable right now.

Also, please note that the article said she was found on Highway 147. The section she was found on is actually what is referred to as "College Street" here in town and is in the middle of everything. It is only one small block from campus. It is not some deserted Highway. I am certainly following this one and I hope the websleuthing community can help.


http://www.wral.com/news/local/s.../story/2534527/

Great, now there is another case very similar at another school. What a sad day.


I'm so fed up with and disheartened by this country's violence. If a politician or presidential candidate stood up and addressed the crime in this country, and opted for ONE STRIKE laws for sex offenders, and stiff sentences for these other horrific crimes... would anything change? I don't know, but they'd certainly get my vote.


Steve, you might want to check into the murder of Eve Carson too... what in the world is going on?

Katie


AND now another coed at UNC gunned down. WHAT THE HELL IS HAPPENING?


M- it's not just this country. Breaking news that a rabbinical school in Jeruselam was shot up in the last couple of hours - something like 10 people have died and more injured. The whole damn world has lost its mind and has resorted to violence.

The other thing - no president has control over violence. That's a "state" issue.


Yes, I understand that, and was just speaking in generalizations. Politicians as a 'whole' need to step up in my opinion. The violence in the middle east is politically, religiously, and socially charged for the most part. That area has dealt with extreme violence for quite some time now, and while sad, I think of in a different way than I do the random violence in the United States...


I live in the Chapel Hill area where the police chief just announced that they are in contact with Auburn due to the similarity in the crimes commited this week to students at both schools.


Really? Very odd... I don't see it yet, but if it happens to be the same perp. I'd be completely shocked beyond all belief.


I have always had a strong feeling that one of Lori's "friends" axed her and was smart enough to destroy her body. A male "friend" to be more specific. However, I am uncertain if police have ever even questioned him. I wonder if they might have had this same "friend" as an aquaintance. Anyone know if she was a Sky Bar regular? He is.


Lawson~

Have you told the authorities of your concerns?


I did on the anniversary of her disappearance-Surprisingly, that was the first I had ever heard of it and I live less than 25 miles away!!! I just got obsessed with it and read EVERY SINGLE THING I COULD and even talked to a couple of people that worked at the Mental Health Center. It's just a feeling, but it was so strong I felt it was worth letting the police know about. I've never been contacted for additional information. It sounds like the police are on top of this investigation, however. They claim they have solid leads and if we just give them a couple of days or so, they will be able to apprehend the killers. Yes, plural. (But that could have been a slip-up)


So much senseless crime.....


The link between Eve and Lauren is that Eve was also from nearby in GA. Dunno if that really means anything, though.

A lot of us are heartbroken here in NC. Having it happen to someone you knew and respected and admired makes the horror hit home that much harder.


Thanks to Google Maps, you can see a street view of where Eve's body was discovered:

http://maps.google.com/maps?q=Hi...oi=map& ct=title


Eva and Lauren's shooter are the same guy. Obviously.
Lawson, please go to the police and tell them all that you know.
This guy (or guys, as you intone) who killed these bright young women are sick, sick cookies.


Lawson,

Regarding Lori Ann Slesinski;

I assume you are referring to R.E.?

You definitely need to check out this link regarding Lori Slesinski.

http://helpfindthemissing.org/fo...read.php? t=3194


Who is Rick Ennis and what is his relationship to Lori's death? Sleuthers. Get sleuthing.


Babba,

Read all 3 or 4 pages of the posted thread. I clearly showed they WERE associates prior to her disappearance.

Best Regards!

Please help us generate awareness for the Missing @ helpfindthemissing.org


WSBTV is reporting they have someone in custody for Lauren's murder. They found something in his car that links him to the murder. He had a robbery warrant out of Columbus, GA. No other details yet.

I also read elsewhere that those wingnuts at Westboro Baptist are planning on picketing Lauren's & Eve's funeral. Unbelievable.


Tell us more about an arrest? And let's talk more about Rick Ennis, better known as Richard Derrill Ennis, who has charges for Rape, Kidnapping AND Sodomy in 2003. This is NOT who I was referring to, but tell me more about him and his relationship to Lori. It looks like he's moved to Huntsville in the past year.


This is all so far.

PHENIX CITY, Ala. -- Police in Phenix City, Alabama told WSB-TV Channel 2 Friday they have arrested a man with evidence connecting him to the murder of Auburn University freshman Lauren Burk.

The unidentified man was taken into custody after a high speed chase Friday afternoon.

Police told WSB-TV Channel 2 Reporter Richard Elliot the suspect was wanted on robbery charges in Columbus, Ga. An investigator would only say that evidence found in his car links him to the murder of Burk, a graduate of Walton High School in Cobb County.
http://www.wsbtv.com/news/155237...787/ detail.html


COLUMBUS,Ga.(WTVM)-- News Leader Nine has learned there may be a break in the Lauren Burk case.

We are receiving reports that a person of interest is in custody by police in Phenix City, Ala. There will be a press conference starting tomorrow at 10 am CST in Auburn, Ala.

http://www.wtvm.com/Global/story...y.asp? S=7984093


http://www.ajc.com/metro/ content...age_tab_newstab

AJC is reporting the same thing. And about the ones from Westboro who are going to protest...hope their is someone there to stop them.


"Police said about 9:00 p.m. they responded to reports of an injured female on Alabama Highway 147. When they arrived, they found Lauren Burk, 18, suffering from a single gunshot wound. The Auburn freshman was taken to the East Alabama Medical Center where she later died.
· About 30 minutes after police found Burk they discovered her 2001 black Honda Civic on fire in a campus parking lot."

Does anyone know how they learned she was injured was it a 911 call or what?


Yes, someone passing by called 911, an injured woman call.


"Eva and Lauren's shooter are the same guy. Obviously. "

Care to share some facts that declare that? BTW, her name is EVE, not Eva.


the most disturbing thing about Rick Ennis is that he joined the crime library user forum on 6-17-06, Lori Ann Slesinski went missing on the 10th. He's never made any comments so I'm wondering what he's looking for. They were friends and supposedly hung out, judging from comments made on each other's myspace pages (his username is somaweary). This guy has a previous record of crime as well.
They know that Lori left her place to go to the grocery store. They know groceries were purchased but she never returned to her place. She was reported missing by her mother 5 days after she was last seen. It is possible that someone accompanied her to the store? Her car was also found burning on DeKalb St, roughly 5 miles from her place.


Also, I think its important to note that Eve and Lauren's cases, though similar, are completely unrelated. Its impossible for it to be one killer. Besides, what has been revealed thus far in Lauren's case leads me to believe her murderer was a stranger, someone who overtook her while she was in her car. Supposedly she was on her way to the library to meet friends? She wasn't accompanied by anyone and was not sexually assaulted which eliminates a stalker/predator.

I too hold Auburn very near and dear to my heart. Its definitely a safe place to live and to go to school, however you can't prevent random acts and that shouldn't be expected of the university. Auburn is a reputable school and its unfortunate and tragic that we have lost fellow war eagles!


the most disturbing thing about Rick Ennis is that he joined the crime library user forum on 6-17-06, Lori Ann Slesinski went missing on the 10th. He's never made any comments so I'm wondering what he's looking for. They were friends and supposedly hung out, judging from comments made on each other's myspace pages (his username is somaweary). This guy has a previous record of crime as well.
They know that Lori left her place to go to the grocery store. They know groceries were purchased but she never returned to her place. She was reported missing by her mother 5 days after she was last seen. It is possible that someone accompanied her to the store? Her car was also found burning on DeKalb St, roughly 5 miles from her place.


It is not possible for Lockhart to have any involvement with the Lori Slesinski case. He was serving a 7 month jail term for shooting a fellow soldier while in the Army and was released in December of 2006 with a bad conduct discharge. I believe Lori went missing in June of 2006. What a piece of human waste he is. I'm sure he will blame it on something other than himself and "WE" the taxpayers will have to support his sorry *ss for the rest of his unnatural life!


No one suggested that Lockhart had anything to do with Lori's case. That case is unrelated to Lauren's. I was suggesting authorities look further into Lori's so-called friend Rick Ennis. This guy should definitely be investigated further.

Both of these new cases appear to be nothing more than a robbery gone wrong. Its absolutely devastating to me that these criminals actually think that a little money is worth a human life. Its ridiculous and truly saddening to me.


Here's the truly sad fact. These "killers" don't love themselves. That's why it's so easy to de-value other people's lives. They've never been told that anyone loves them.
Anyway, 1 more thing-Rick Ennis, or Vernon, or Steve from Lori's myspace page-These are the people we should be looking at most carefully. Anyone know them personally??? I really think we should be re-looking at them-Maybe with the Lauren Burk case solved, the APD can give Lori some additional attention.


Regarding Eve Carson:
Demario James Atwater, 21, of Durham, was arrested and ordered held without bond. Shackled at the ankle and waist and with a public defender at his side, Atwater whispered "yes" when asked whether he understood the charge against him. His next court appearance was scheduled for March 24.

Police said they are still searching for 17-year-old Lawrence Alvin Lovett Jr.


Big news-The information at www.helpfindthemissing.com is just AWESOME! I just can't figure out how to post a comment on there-I'm new at all this. Grande-you need to know some new info-Rick supposedly purchased Lori's old car from her!!! He hasn't mentioned that in any of his posts. Also, it's very interesting that he's even (do you call this blogging?) on that site. If he is innocent of this crime (of course he is, until proven guilty) then his behavior is still suspect-it's as though he isn't telling us everything, yet he's certain we're missing pertinent information to solve the case. He's right. Rick-what are we missing? What's the link? Is is drugs? Tell us PLEASE!


Just thinking out loud. Here's what we KNOW-Lori was obsessive compulsive about cleanliness. She caged her dog and left for the grocery store, which she completed a purchase at (based on the hundreds of searches I've done in the past year)Auburn Kroger, but the groceries never made it to her home. The police have never released information about what was or wasn't in the car (groceries) or what was on her computer-(did they get 1 or 2 computers-Rick says she got a new one at Christmas. She isn't heard from again. When a co-worker calls her mother on Tuesday (She went missing on Saturday) to find out if she's abandoned her job, her mother goes to her trailer and finds her dog unfed and locked up-and lonely and then reports her missing. Less than 12 hours later, her car is found on fire. That connection REALLY bothers me. Once she was reported missing the car was destroyed, but not before. Who was using it?


One more thing-this is just hear-say-but supposedly the APD at one point was convinced that Lori was trafficking drugs. She had 2 sets of friends-even Rick alludes to this fact-and her friends from Troy were the ones she supposedly got the drugs from. hmmmmm.............


RE: Rick Ennis

Does any one know what city the Rape, Sodomy and Kidnapping charges were filed in, against Rick Ennis?


When these charges went public, they also disappeared. I viewed them at alacourt.com, but tonite when I went to pull them up again to give you your info., they were completely erased as though they never existed! And I've NEVER seen this happen before-so he obviously knows an administrator or someone that knows how to remove stuff! I'm calling Tony at the alacourt office in Mobile in the a.m. to find out how he could make that happen and will re-post when I get you that info. I can tell you this-they were under the name Richard Larrelle Ennis with his date of birth and the charges were in early 2003 and were DC charges and there were 3 of them-all 3 cases linked (same number sequence)and the charges were Rape1, Sodomy, and Kidnapping. They were all bound to the grand jury and no action had been taken since mid 2003. This is odd too. Didn't the Grand Jury ever meet? What was the outcome? He claims on one of these sights that the charges were dismissed, but they didn't show that online. I want to say these charges were in Montgomery County, but I'm going off memory only. I'll let you know more tomorrow when I attempt to find out how he could get this erased. Interesting he admitted to it and then had it erased. Why not just lie about it? Just thinking out loud.


OK-I'm an idiot!!! SORRY-this was driving me CRAZY-It's still there-Rick's middle name is Richard. His first name is Derrill and it WAS in 2003 and his dob is 8/6/80 if anyone needs it. If anyone cares to know, he didn't voluntarily leave Huntsville-he was kicked out a couple of weeks ago-unlawful detainer. We should probably have some pity on him-His father's past is a little shady as well-it looks like he didn't have a chance from the start.


This is to Lawson: if you get this, please contact me ... you can find me at the link above. Thanks.


Amber-I can't get to a link to contact you. Do you have email? I do-lawson@mail.org


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