"But the fact that she did take that video and she thought something wasn't right and she had to take it - it just amazes me. In a heartbreaking Instagram tribute to her sister on Monday, Kelsi uploaded a picture of a beaming Libby and wrote: "The world needs more people like you, happy Heavenly 19th sweet girl. It's unclear whether Kline is currently being investigated as a suspect in the relation to theDelphi murders, or why it took more than three years to arrest him on the child porn charges. Kelsi says her grandma is mistaken a phone call on a different day. We come to a small bend in the road and just as we clear the turn there is the bridge. Police have never publicly released how Libby and Abby were killed. "I dont know where the case would be if we didn't have that video," she added. Kaleb is Kelsi's boyfriend and Sue is married to Dawn Higgins. If Cody is the son of Becky's brother, she is his aunt and he her nephew. - Libby wasn't pregnant. Through her efforts and the efforts of others, the case received more attention attention that helped lead to the arrest last April of a suspect in that case, It makes sense that Michelle found a fast friend in Kelsi German, who has been on her own quest for justice for her murdered sister, Liberty German. - Libby's phone did ping on 2 towers, but that is only because the town is so small, it was only pinging different towers because they are so close together. But this typical fun afternoon with friends was turned into the most horrific event in Delphi history. "I've always thought that he has to know the area somehow," she said. The recently-engaged German is now at Purdue University, studying forensic science but she isn't planning on using her education to bring her sister's killer to justice. Both wanted to be here today as much as the experts. We know for a fact Kelsi is keeping this case on the national front. After an extensive search of their area, their bodies were found the following day on a steep embankment around half a mile upstream from theMonon High Bridge Trail where Libby had uploaded her final Snapchat post a day earlier. Shes considering pursuing a masters degree in social work so she can help others for the rest of her adult life. The killer is walking on this bridge with his hands in his pockets. Michelle was one year younger than Janelle when Janelle was killed. Have you done podcasts? And she said No and Im like You need to go on Twitter and friend every podcast person and true crime person.. This is not our case officially. Another connected with Kelsi because she saved her sister from a man with a gun and she knows Kelsi would have done everything to save her sister. So thats something Ive also bought into, Kelsi continued, that hes either from Delphi or that hes spent a lot of time here.. It was amazing, she recounted. The bridge has gaps and missing boards. "Directly to the killer, who may be in this room: We believe youre hiding in plain sight," Carter said. "It's a pretty normal place to do and take pictures, hang out, or talk to each other. "She lets us know she's here all the time and she definitely likes to play tricks on us," Kelsi said of Libby. Police have never publicly released how Libby and Abby were killed. Then They Learned Her Boss Owed Her Money, 'People Magazine Investigates' Examines How Authorities Cracked 1991 Cold Case Murder of Pa. I did podcasts and radio and interviews, TV shows and news and wherever I possibly could.. [48] Meaning the drop off could not have been any earlier than 1:38 PM. "I think that track is very hard to find if you don't know it's there already. ", In a succession of posts on her story, Kelsi also paid homage to her "sweet sister. Kelsis belief the killer lives or may have once lived locally stems from the idea that the trail near to where the two girls bodies were found is difficult to simply stumble across, she said. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. But believing she had been a "bad sister" of late, not hanging out with her. He said, No, I dont think so. Repressed memories from that time will sometimes present themselves in fragments, she said. Days after Libby and Abby's deaths, authorities released photos taken from Libby's cell phone that showed a man on the trail. Everyone in our group is hopeful. Its the anniversary of the Delphi murders and he must still take pride in the fact that he has gone uncaptured, unidentified, and unnoticed. The bridge is more remote and isolated. We are not paid or provided any incentive for our quest to help this community and this town, and mostly help this sister find a killer. Part of the reason the case is still alive and active today, Kelsi believes, is because of the bravery shown by Libby in her final moments of life, when the teen mustered the courage to record a short clip of the man that police believe killed her. Then 17, Kelsi had been at home on the morning of February 13, 2017, when Libby, who had the day off from school, asked her if she could drive both her and her friend Abigail Williams, 13, to the Delphi Historic Trails. "And it's so sad that we just know the voice, but we don't know the face and we don't have any answers yet. Its beautiful. Chillingly, she captured her killer gruffly instructing the pair to go "down the hill.". On February 14, 2017, Libby and Abby's bodies were found in Delphi, Indiana, next to a closed down railroad. Her 13-year-old sister, Liberty "Libby" German, and her best friend, Abigail "Abby" Williams, were abducted and murdered while hiking a trail in Delphi. "He could be right there in front of us and we have no idea. Kelsi German, 21, was among one of the last people to see her 14-year-old sister Libby alive. Kaleb is Kelsis boyfriend and Sue is married to Dawn Higgins. She will help and advocate for thousands. An award-winning journalist who has worked forRolling Stone and MTV News, Chris enjoys prog rock, cycling, Marvel movies, IPAs, and roller coasters. He is battling a lot of battles. But then, in early 2017, everything changed. The cold will not deter us, any of us. "I always remember one story just after her death. She said they didn't say whether or not they had plans to meet up with anyone else inside the park. Libby then slipped her phone into her pocket and continued recording. Definitely not pregnant. At the time I just didnt feel as though Id been taking her enough places or spending as much time together as we should so eventually I agreed if she could find someone else to pick her up again," Kelsi previously told The Sun. And then with the video still going, Libby recorded her own murder, and the murder of her friend Abby. Every time something happens and we get put back out in the media it just brightens our hope it gives us so much faith in all the people that are out there, Kelsi said. It's unclear whether Kline is currently being investigated as a suspect in the relation to theDelphi murders, or why it took more than three years to arrest him on the child porn charges. Prior to this visit, I did not realize there were private homes lining the trail system. Their bodies were found the following. Ret. Libby and Abby were close friends. This is so true. As an investigation continues, Kelsi said she believes police are getting closer each day to obtaining justice for Abby and Libby, the latter of whom she remembered as a funny, caring, and tenacious younger sister. Ives said its not like any other crime he has been to. This is the right call but it makes it harder for us to know more about him. According to an affidavit, Kline admitted to investigators that he used a series of fake social media profiles on Instagram and Snapchat to contact underage girls and solicit nude images from them. A killer leaving at least three different signatures leads me to think there is some distinct mental illness that he would not be able to hide from others. Mannina said, When I left and after seeing the bridge and where they were killed I felt empty and frustrated. It's a nice way for me to be able to help them in a different way and also meet all of these people going into the forensic science field who are so interested in these kinds of cases that are going unsolved right now.". Posted at 6:47 PM, Apr 29, 2019. During a press conference in 2019, Indiana State Police Superintendent Doug Carter even went as far as to say the killer could be sat in the room with them. Its really like one of the only things you can do in Delphi other than getting food.. I know for the sisters on that bridge today we will forever support Kelsi German in her fight for finding her sisters killer. - In Renner video Kelsi's grandma says that she called Kelsi at work but she didn't answer. Every time something happens and we get put back out in the media it just brightens our hope it gives us so much faith in all the people that are out there," Kelsi said. One day you will have the opportunity to see and know what we do, and we look forward to that day.. The hours, days, weeks, and even months after the death of her sister are a "blur" for Kelsi, she said. Kelsi estimated that she has watched and listened to the clip thousands of times. She claimed to watch it almost every day in the hope of discovering a new detail orjogging a repressed memory. Want to keep up with the latest crime coverage? He has no fear of height or disrepair. - Kelsi's Uncle Cody is about a post he made. "Maybe I just met him at Dairy Queen where I was at work one day and he came in and ordered a chocolate milkshake but I haven't remembered his voice yet for whatever reason. I told Kaleb that it was Valentines Day and for the rest of the trip he would be my boyfriend and had to hold me up. With all of the good work Kelsi has done, law enforcement left them at the bridge.. "When I look back on it I just now try not to feel guilty about what happened, or what I could've done differently. Kelsi had plans to meet up with her boyfriend later that afternoon before going to work and initially told Libby no. "He could be working with people that I know or walking past me when I'm looking at Christmas lights. Link your TV provider to stream full episodes and live TV. "People still continue to come and support us and share this information and it's just amazing. Every time something happens to you, it strikes you again. This was one person.. "She was the funniest person ever," Kelsi remembered of her 14-year-old sibling. Before driving away, Kelsi said she told Libby she loved her, a sentiment that was echoed back by the young teen. Kelsi then made the short drive to the trails with Abby and Libby, dropping them off just after 1.35pm. Detective Dawn Higgins, Sheryl McCollum, and Kelsi German [Photo courtesy of Sheryl McCollum]I told her our friend Nancy Grace did the same thing after her fianc was murdered. - Her father didn't really raise them. ", The statement continued: "We know there is enormous interest in the 'WHY' of everything we do, but we cannot and will not speculate. Yes, I look everywhere I go. For more on the unsolved Delphi murders, subscribe now to PEOPLE or pick up this week's issue, on newsstands Friday. Im tremendously proud of her, Kelsi told The Sun. She wants to go exactly where they went. Libby then turned her back and walked away with Abby. Part of the reason the case is still alive and active today, Kelsi believes, is because of the bravery shown by Libby in her final moments of life, when the teen mustered the courage to record a short clip of the man that police believe killed her. Oxygen Insider is your all-access pass to never-before-seen content, free digital evidence kits, and much more. They said they never wanted or asked or took any money from anyone. "My family has always been really big on making sure you tell everybody that you love them and goodbye each time you hang up the phone or leave the house. In doing so, he took a great risk in being seen by others that were enjoying the warm day. "I think survivor guilt is a real thing and it's so difficult to leap over. Every expert I know is willing to help!. The case had gone unsolved for years, with no leads or suspects charged with the murders of the eighth graders. Join Nancy Grace for her new online video series designed to help you protect what you love most your children. I wonder all the time is he here, have I talked to him. Liberty, 14, and her friend Abigail Williams, 13, were killed in what has come to be known as the Delphi Murders. "That's one of the biggest things I've had to cope with is learning how not to feel guilty about something you couldn't have changed even if you wanted to.". The direction he took them after abducted them was pre-planned. Kelsi said she cannot remember Libby nor Abby specifying while they wanted to visit the Delphi Historic Trails that day. I needed to see it first hand to walk it and to hopefully gain more of an understanding of him. "She loved making people laugh and making people smile and just being there for people. Sick people have been claiming incest & pregnancy were cause of the murders. In a rare update issued earlier this month, Indiana State Police said they were seeking information about a bogus social media profile, called anthony_shots, that may be linked to the case. I see my sister standing as close as she can and is contemplating stepping onto the bridge. I take my time to walk to the edge of the bridge because I want to take in all aspects of the area. - In Renner video is sounds like she said 20 kids there when she dropped them off. I hurry to catch up to my group because they are already talking about observations and theories. "I don't think she imagined at the time it would be such a big thing. Its awful not knowing. The water levels change at different points from chest high to ankle-high. He was happy to help this southern belle stay upright. "So that's something I've also bought into," Kelsi continued, "that he's either from Delphi or that he's spent a lot of time here.". - A rumor that Libby called her dad at 230, to ask him to pick them up, but the phone records don't match that. They decided to walk the trail and the bridge. THE sister of a girl killed in the Delphi 'Snapchat murders'has recounted the final words she exchanged with her late sibling before she was tragically murdered alongside her best friend in an Indiana woods. The homes were close and within walking distance. "I think survivor guilt is a real thing and it's so difficult to leap over. But believing she had been a bad sister of late, not hanging out with her younger sibling as often as she should, a guilt-riddled Kelsi eventually agreed to take the girls just after 1.30pm, provided they found their own ride home. Police, like Kelsi, have previously suggested that Libby and Abby's killer may live locally. Their bodies were found about a half mile away from the hiking trail. Before driving away, Kelsi recalled for The Sun how she told Libby she loved her, a sentiment that was echoed back by the young teen. "Obviously at this point, it could have been somebody else I was familiar with at one point in my life. The culprit behind their killings is also yet to be identified. "During the last nearly five years, we have conducted dozens of secondary investigations based on information we received. It had nothing to do with anything, just a song. He was kind and open about his thoughts on the case. Family is very important to him. Thats one of the biggest things Ive had to cope with is learning how not to feel guilty about something you couldnt have changed even if you wanted to.. Kelsi estimated that she has watched and listened to the clip "thousands of times." 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