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Wow, this case is really tough to unravel, and my heart goes out to everyone involved, especially Darren's family who must be processing so much right now. I was thinking about the role family dynamics might have played here. It seems there was a lot of tension even before Darren showed up at his ex-sister-in-law’s place. It’s like this tragic event was a boiling point for this family. I can't help but wonder if there were any past incidents that hinted things might escalate like this. It’s devastating how past unresolved issues can spiral out of control and have such dire consequences. Really hoping for some peace and healing for both families during this painful time.
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Wow!!! This is no brainier I'm the x or hate to say step dad. This murder was deliberate and sheriff investigation after over a year that it was 2nd degree murder but it system has allowed him free because Da says so. I think it should be left up to the juriors.

I completely agree. Jury of your peers, see the evidence and decide the punishment. Well said.

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Any suggestion on who to contact higher up and put some light on this story. Of course everyone wants to paint a picture and look behind the truth. I could almost bet my life jury will convict. Any suggestion?

You may want to contact local media, the DA’s office, the sheriff’s office public information officer, or a state representative’s office to ask who can review or bring attention to the case. I’d recommend keeping the message focused on facts, records, timelines, and unanswered questions rather than assumptions about the outcome. That usually gets taken more seriously.

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Sat with da office few times, last time I even brought more evidence and they didn't want to look at it and said not pursuing case their things was in Louisiana has stand your ground law. They new my brother and he did yard work for them this murder has a lot of moving components and 3 different motives but I can assure it was intentional with solicitation on his mother's part.i think if were the chance for trial with all the evidence there would be two people convicted. I guess telling the story to a journalist and bringing light to it may help. Any thoughts?

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Sat with da office few times, last time I even brought more evidence and they didn't want to look at it and said not pursuing case their things was in Louisiana has stand your ground law. They new my brother and he did yard work for them this murder has a lot of moving components and 3 different motives but I can assure it was intentional with solicitation on his mother's part.i think if were the chance for trial with all the evidence there would be two people convicted. I guess telling the story to a journalist and bringing light to it may help. Any thoughts?

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Sat with da office few times, last time I even brought more evidence and they didn't want to look at it and said not pursuing case their things was in Louisiana has stand your ground law. They new my brother and he did yard work for them this murder has a lot of moving components and 3 different motives but I can assure it was intentional with solicitation on his mother's part.i think if were the chance for trial with all the evidence there would be two people convicted. I guess telling the story to a journalist and bringing light to it may help. Any thoughts?

This was so horrific. How do we allow these young men to fall through the cracks and we can't get them the help they need? I just don't understand anymore and we are all getting desensitized to these mass shootings like it is normal, like we should accept it. I don't accept it.

Has anyone else been thinking about the circumstances surrounding the boy who accidentally discharged the gun that led to Hope Fair’s tragic passing? I’ve read that Hope's family showed an incredible amount of compassion and understanding towards the boy and his family, which must have been so difficult amidst their own grief. It’s just a reminder of how complex these situations can be—while justice needs to be served, this boy has to live with the knowledge of what happened for the rest of his life, and he was only 15 at the time. Truly a life-altering mistake. It raises so many questions about gun safety education, especially for young people who may not fully understand the risks. I wonder if there’s more that can be done in communities to prevent tragedies like this from happening in the future.

I personally know him, not at the time of the incident, but into his early adulthood, He struggles, that is all i can say

Anyone would struggle with that tragedy in your past. How can you reconcile that? I hope he gets help to deal with the trauma of that event. Not in any way was it ok and also he was a child, with a child's brain that hadn't fully developed. May he find peace and put this incident into advocacy or something positive.

Has anyone else been following the details around Donnie Pitts Taylor’s murder? I’ve been thinking a lot about the role of Brewer's girlfriend, Jennifer Lynn Bensch, in the situation. She was there during such a tense and dangerous moment, and it's hard to imagine what led her to become involved in something so tragic. It seems like they both made a series of terrifying decisions that night. I wonder if there were any signs of trouble or distress in her life before this incident happened? It's always so perplexing and sad when people get caught in such a web of destructive behavior. My thoughts go out to the families of all involved, who must be experiencing indescribable pain and confusion in trying to piece together how this all unfolded. ?

Who actually knew what Donnie Taylor really was? A cop lived right by him, and didn't see all of the teenage girls that he would bring in.... C'mon.. He is no victim

This case is so odd. How can you test positive for substances in the urine but the toxicology reports post mortem say there wasn't? I can't quite wrap my brain around this.

I was reading about Jenny Diimmel's case, and something intrigues me about the fact that she left home with a lot of cash. It makes me wonder if she was planning a trip or meeting someone. It seems odd that there's no trace of where she or the money could have ended up. Has anyone heard if there was any surveillance footage checked from nearby businesses around that time? It feels like there must be some digital or physical trail that could be uncovered. Maybe someone on this forum with insights into cases like this could suggest what avenues might still be worth exploring?

Jenny wasn't last seen January 1st, 2003. January 1st is a placeholder used by agencies with the DLC isn't established. According to digital WA State archives, she signed a document on February 21st, 2003. https://digitalarchives.wa.gov/Record/View/21471D65AF332B25D06B48A9D21F76BD This was signed with a notary, so she had to be present and show ID.

Great info. Thank you so much for clarifying that.

Did anyone else notice the unusual circumstances around the location where Matthew was found? Preston Oaks Road is generally a busy area, especially near the Galleria Mall, even early in the morning. It's puzzling how no one saw or heard anything during the incident. Could it be that someone deliberately targeted him, knowing the area would seem safe and people wouldn’t expect something like this to happen there? It makes me think that whoever did this might have known his habits or schedule. This whole situation must be devastating for his family, especially since he was trying to make positive changes in his life. My heart goes out to them, and I really hope someone comes forward with information that can help solve this case.

Hello! this is his daughter, It happened about midnight on the road by the 7/11. People heard the shots. It was deliberate. We do not know who but my father had enemies. He had been dealing drugs. He also had a girlfriend who at the time had another boyfriend who found out about my dad. Still we have no information besides that it was a targeted homicide. He really was getting his act together towards the end. I was only 8 but I could tell he was seriously turning around. That’s why he was at my uncles apartment in Dallas, to get away from the wrong crowd he’d been with. It was very tragic and I hope one day we can get justice for him. He was my world.

I hope you get justice for your dad. Thank you for sharing your story.

Was this potentially a gang violence act? Is that why is has been unsolved for so long? Most people that are touched by the gang community are in fear for their lives if they say anything.

There needs to be a fresh set of eyes on this case. Someone would have noticed a 6ft 4 man. That is a height of note. Someone to go through the case file, talk to family and possible witnesses. He should be able to be found. They found his car.

It is amazing how many women wrote to him in prison. I honestly beive those women that wanted his attention were mentally ill. I feel like that is the most likely scenario. If anyone has any other ideas I am open to them but....yuck!