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Intruder's Expert Planning
- The abduction was expertly planned, exploiting an unlocked window and a silenced alarm due to a slipped magnet.
- The kidnapper likely knew the house well enough to navigate silently, suggesting familiarity with the family or home.
Handyman Suspect Richard Reetsey
- Richard Reetsey, a handyman with a violent criminal past, became a suspect due to his access and parole violations.
- Despite circumstantial evidence, fingerprints did not link him to the crime scene and he denied involvement.
Mary Katherine's Key Memory
- Mary Katherine, Elizabeth's sister, was the only witness to the kidnapping, remembering the abductor's voice and appearance.
- She unexpectedly recalled the name 'Emanuel' over four months later, which led investigators to a new suspect.