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This had been a huge shock for all residents, both present and past, of Excelsior Springs. No one wants to think the people we grew up with could be capable of committing such senseless acts against another, and this is no exception. I grew up with Erik, he always had his fair share of issues, especially when it came to drugs and violence. Regardless of knowing his character,it still didn't soften the blow of this revelation. It just goes to show that once drugs have you in their hold, anything is possible.I will be keeping her family and friends in my thoughts. I suppose the only good that came from this was the quick apprehension of these individuals involved. It goes without saying, but this was a tragedy that hit hard, and will continue to rock us.

Wow. I just viewed her myspace page as well. She is so beautiful. How very sad that she got mixed up with these people drugs. She had her whole life ahead of her. I noticed in her profile it said Children: and she answered SOMEDAY. Not now. She will never get to know the wonderful feeling of becoming a mother in prison. How very sad. According to the news she wasn't there when Carol was killed (she left with the people that brought them gas), but met back up with them later. Maybe she will get a break, not have to spend the rest of her life in prison and choose to start reading that bible and change her life. She should do some time though since she was there and part of the events. Doing some time will be good for her to clean out her system and possibly overcome her addiction.