"I thought that over time people would forget or they'd stop talking about it or stop looking, but that hasn't been the case at all. Kelsi will change the lives of hundreds of people. Michelle has spent decades keeping her sisters story alive in hopes that the person responsible would finally be held accountable. The next day, the girls. "It was amazing," she recounted. On February 14, 2017, the bodies of Abigail "Abby" Williams and Liberty "Libby" German were discovered off a hiking trail in Delphi, Indiana, United States, after the young girls had disappeared from the same trail the previous day. Other members of her family have reportedly suffered from a similar trauma-induced mental block regarding the months and weeks after Libby's death. I've tried reporting them but it doesn't work. An award-winning journalist who has worked forRolling Stone and MTV News, Chris enjoys prog rock, cycling, Marvel movies, IPAs, and roller coasters. One thing the German family will never forget, however, is the "outpouring in our community of just so many people who were there for us," 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. We know for a fact Kelsi is keeping this case on the national front. To the killer: I think you are weak and pathetic man who stalked, ambushed and murdered two of our most innocent victims. Every time something happens to you, it strikes you again. The killer is walking on this bridge with his hands in his pockets. "We've likely interviewed you or someone close to you. The outpour of support - it's just so encouraging.". Just give them the outline of a cynical story and they'll not only accept it, they'll branch it out to unimaginable proportions. The killer could have taken any of them and passed the girls at some point. 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. Kelsi says she has relived the hours leading up to the girls' deaths over and over again in her mind every day for the last four-and-a-half years. After CrimeCon 2018, Kelsi set up a Twitter account dedicated to maintaining awareness ofher sisters case. Chillingly, she captured her killer gruffly instructing the pair to go "down the hill.". For the latest true crime and justice news,subscribe to the Crime Stories with Nancy Grace podcast. Police have never formally named a suspect in themurders of Libby and Abby, though several people have been questioned in regards to the killing. Repressed memories from that time will sometimes present themselves in fragments, she said. I dont think she imagined at the time it would be such a big thing. When I met her, it was just like an instant connection.. Sign up for PEOPLE's free True Crime newsletter for breaking crime news, ongoing trial coverage and details of intriguing unsolved cases. "I think that track is very hard to find if you don't know it's there already. It's also extended beyond the local community, with restless true crime fanatics and justice seekers keeping the story alive through podcasts, blog posts, and on discussion boards. For more on the unsolved Delphi murders, subscribe now to PEOPLE or pick up this week's issue, on newsstands Friday. As we cross Freedom bridge, I feel like Im walking into a postcard. Five years ago today, in Delphi, Ind., two best friends, Abigail Williams, 13, and Liberty German, 14, went missing while on a hike through the city's historic trails. "I could have met him, but we don't know and we don't know that it didn't happen either, which is terrifying. "The information we had, have, and continue to receive concerning Kline has ebbed and flowed over these last few years. Kelsi then made the short drive to the trails with Abby and Libby, dropping them off just after 1.35pm. I think that track is very hard to find if you dont know its there already. View our online Press Pack. Kaleb has a sweet, natural, and caring demeanor. One day you will have the opportunity to see and know what we do, and we look forward to that day.. "She loved making people laugh and making people smile and just being there for people. or 'Have you guys tried that?' 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. Im here with a group of dedicated volunteers who will use their expertise to try and help find this killer. Family is very important to him. The video shows a white male, dressed in faded jeans, a hoodie and a blue jacket, with his hands in his pockets, walking towards the eighth graders on a bridge. DELPHI, IN Kelsi German, the older sister of 2017 homicide victim Liberty "Libby" German, live-streamed on YouTube to "debunk rumors" surrounding the case, which has come to be known as the "Delphi Snapchat murders." "And it just always makes us feel so at peace knowing that she's there to help us through every step of the rest of our lives.". In doing so, he took a great risk in being seen by others that were enjoying the warm day. In fact, she hopes that that call comes this year what would have been the girls' senior year of high school. 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. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. Libby German and Abby Williams were both found dead on Valentine's Day 2017 - a day after they were reported missing having last been seen at the Delphi Historic Trails. The transition Kelsi described in her post for this year came after the 50-year-old suspect Richard Allen was arrested in October 2022, nearing the end of a long cold case for investigators. Kelsi had plans to meet up with her boyfriend later that afternoon before going to work and initially told Libby no. 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. I believe there is a good chance he is in town this weekend. "I see it all over, every day. Its awful not knowing. "It was like one of the very first times, in the beginning, when we were like 'Libby is always going to be with us, no matter what. I still remember every time I talk to her not to give up and well find him and it helps me to keep pushing., Paul Holes, the retired detective that helped crack the Golden State Killer case and who worked ona book about it with Michelle, says what Michelle and Kelsi are doing is bringing attention to the cases., More than that, they are a source of comfort for one another. I think she was just taking a video to show us later and say, Hey, look at this really weird guy that was at the bridge earlier and this is what he looked like. I dont know where the case would be if we didnt have that video, she added. "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. "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. Rachel Sharp. Chris Harris has been a senior true crime reporter for PEOPLE since late 2015. "I just keep listening, and every time I do, I just know that's the person that did such awful things - or a thing - to my sister. I didn't know anything about any of them, other than none of it is surprising. Kelsi says she has relived the hours leading up to the girls' deaths over and over again in her mind every day for the last four-and-a-half years. I think it's going to be such a bittersweet moment, because it's not like the whole chapter is going to be closed but one page of that will be done and we'll have answers and we'll have a face that we can put to it. The new sketch has given the sister of Libby German renewed hope that there will be justice in this case. Dropping that at the end was like burying the lead, but I assume that's the order it was presented in the video. He said, No, I dont think so. Its also extended beyond the local community, with restless true crime fanatics and justice seekers keeping the story alive through podcasts, blog posts, and discussion boards. He is battling a lot of battles. He has no fear of height or disrepair. 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. This is not our case officially. Mannina said, Libby did her job. Every time something happens to you, it strikes you again. Kelsisaid she has long struggled with the notion that her sister's killer could be lurking in the community around her. Delphi police and the prosecutor's office said a public court hearing will be set to determine if the documents, including the affidavit in the case, will remain under seal. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. "It was just so humbling knowing that all of those people were there for you at one of the hardest times of your life, suffering unimaginable grief.". Yet Kelsi questioned "I thought he was with Michael?". - 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. DELPHI, IN - It was Valentine's Day, 2017, when the . Ives went on to say there were at least three different signatures. He was happy to help this southern belle stay upright. or 'What if I never dropped them off?' 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. I take my time to walk to the edge of the bridge because I want to take in all aspects of the area. 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. Remembering Feb. 13 2017 as a warm day, she said she believes the pair "wanted to go out and do something, rather than being stuck in the house all day.". That support, Kelsi added, has never wavered. Create a free profile to get unlimited access to exclusive videos, breaking news, sweepstakes, and more! I wish we were celebrating together, I miss you.". Libby's sister Kelsi told Renner, as a way to keep going and honor her sister, "I want to be the person I saw Libby as, so, outgoing and fun and talking to everybody." . Detectives are still receiving tips about the murders daily, and are running down every lead they get, German says. Kelsi then made the short drive to the trails with Abby and Libby, dropping them off just after 1.35pm. "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 Renner video Kelsi's grandma says that she called Kelsi at work but she didn't answer. "And then I found a career path that would get me to the spot I wanted to be in, where I could help these people for the rest of my life. Kelsi said she cannot remember Libby nor Abby specifying while they wanted to visit the Delphi Historic Trails that day. This area would make the perfect backdrop for a family Christmas card picture. Michelle immediately began sharing the knowledge she gained while seeking justice for her sister, which includedencouraging Kelsi to speak to the media about her sister. She has changed her major to psychology with minors in forensic science and law. Kelsi German, 21, was among one of the last people to see her 14-year-old sister Libby alive. Smh. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. Standing on the bridges edge, I factor in the height of the bridge, condition of the bridge, broad daylight, cell service, others in the vicinity, and visibility of the killer from the bridge and from the ground and rough terrain. 5 People Vanished Along the Snake River Beginning in 1979: Will Police Finally Catch a Serial Killer? I feel very sorry for Libby being raised in a home with so many drug addicts. The man who set up that account has since been identified as Kegan Anthony Kline, a 27-year-old from Peru, Indiana, who last year was arrested for 30 felonies, including possession of child porn, exploitation of children, and soliciting minors for sex. Law Enforcement has not released that information or facts about the manner or cause of death. Thats just one new component to this scene that we would learn. You dont want to lose that [awareness] because you dont want them [law enforcement] to take on other cases they find more important and in the process forget about yours. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. "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 group at the table is Ret. Investigators say the best piece of evidence they have in this case is the video and audio Libby captured with her phone, in which the suspect can apparently be heard saying, "Guys, down the hill." He was on his way home from vacation and it was inappropriate. From the moment Libby and Abby's bodies were identified, Kelsi said it's difficult for her to recall anything that happened in the weeks that followed. Listen below to the episode of our daily podcast PEOPLE Every Day for more details on the Delphi Murders. I see it all over, every day. Their killer has also still not been found. Dexter Guy from Twitter needs to be deleted. "I use it to my advantage, and I'll be like, 'Hey, what about this?' Kaleb is Kelsi's boyfriend and Sue is married to Dawn Higgins. Who Is Kegan Kline, the Alleged Catfisher Being Investigated in Delphi Girls' Murder Case? - Cody's whereabouts have been confirmed. It had nothing to do with anything, just a song. That would make Derrick and Cody first cousins,and Libby, Kelsi and Cody first cousins once removed. I point out the man that first caught my eye in the booth behind her and she says, I saw him. Libby then slipped her phone into her pocket and continued recording. Their bodies were found the following day alongside a creek about a mile from where they were last seen. Phone records indicate Kelsi's boyfriend calls her at 1: 38 PM. Kids have been going there since 1962. - Some of the rumors involving Cody were really gross and weird so she isn't discussing them. Libby then turned her back and walked away with Abby. She went to law school and became a prosecutor and still spends every day championing for the victims of violent crimes. It's a frightening thought.". This is not our case officially. Snow covers the ground and the bright blue bridge towering over the roadway. Oxygen Insider is your all-access pass to never-before-seen content, free digital evidence kits, and much more. "I could've walked past him on my college campus, or in the grocery store, or he could be sitting next to me in psych class. ", The statement continued: "We know there is enormous interest in the 'WHY' of everything we do, but we cannot and will not speculate. 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. Those charges stem from a search of his home in Peru,Indianaon February 25th, 2017 - just 11 days after the bodies of Libby and Abby were found in Delphi. 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ALL RIGHTS RESERVED | TERMS OF USE | PRIVACY | YOUR AD CHOICES | SITEMAP, Kelsi German, 21, was among one of the last people to see her 14-year-old sister Libby alive, She drove Libby and her best friend Abby Williams (pictured) to the Delphi Historic Trails on Feb. 13, 2017, where they were killed, The teens never offered a reason for why they wanted to visit the park, Kelsi believes the killer may be living, or once lived, in Delphi, Kelsi and Libby shared a close bond before her death, Kelsi said she believes police are getting closer each day to obtaining justice for Abby and Libby, Kegan Kline has been identified as the culprit behind a catfish account potential linked to the case, A composite sketch of the suspect is shown, Police release sketch of man accused of murdering Delphi teens Liberty German and Abigail Williams. 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. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. - Kelsi's Uncle Cody is about a post he made. ", In a succession of posts on her story, Kelsi also paid homage to her "sweet sister. She says her younger sister lets her presence be known to "tell me that it's going to be okay, and she continues to do that.". "Obviously at this point, it could have been somebody else I was familiar with at one point in my life. I'll just be scrolling through my social media and people will post it back to me and I'll watch it again every time," Kelsi said. Its further from the parking area than I originally thought. 10 The bridge that we have seen numerous times but still its shocking once its in view. She is a sweet soul :) those girls were raised so well. There are 9.8 miles of trail in this trail system. "I think that's one thing that intrigues people [about the case] to continue to look at it.". But then, in early 2017, everything changed. 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