Lori Ann Slesinski, msg 6/10/06, Auburn, Ala

[KittyMom]

http://www.charleyproject.org/cases/s/slesinski_lori.html

Missing Since: June 10, 2006 from Auburn, Alabama
Classification: Endangered Missing
Age: 24 years old
Height and Weight: 5'7, 160 pounds
Distinguishing Characteristics: Caucasian female. Blonde hair, blue eyes.

Details of Disappearance

Slesinksi was last seen in Auburn, Alabama on June 10, 2006. Her mother reported her missing five days later, after she visited Slesinski's home in the Ridgewood Village Trailer Park and realized her daughter had been gone for some time and the dog had not been fed. At 4:41 a.m. on June 14, Slesinski’s blue 2005 Mazda Tribute with Alabama license plates numbered 94B6V was found abandoned and actively burning in the roadway on DeKalb Street off Opelika Road. She had just purchased the vehicle a short time before. Authorities have been unable to determine the cause of the blaze.
Slesinski's car was later sent to a forensics lab. The lab's results have not been released, but investigators stated there was no evidence that anyone was inside the vehicle when the firse started.

Slesinski has a bachelor's degree in psychology and criminology from Auburn University; she graduated in 2005. At the time of her disappearance, she was employed at the East Alabama Mental Health Center. One of her friends stated she was unhappy with her job and salary at the time of her disappearance. Slesinski maintained close contact with her family and friends prior to her disappearance, but none of them have heard from her since she went missing. She left behind her puppy, which is uncharacteristic of her. Slesinski's hobbies include walking, bicycle riding and other sports, movies and video games. She is believed to have been taken against her will. Her case remains unsolved.

[KittyMom]

http://www.wsfa.com/Global/story.asp?S=5102884

Updated: July 8, 2006 11:51 PM EDT

"It's hell on earth," says Arlene Slesinski.

She and her husband, Casey, are living a parent's worst nightmare. The worst part they say - not knowing what happened to their daughter Lori. "Where is my daughter? What's happened to her? This just isn't Lori," says Arlene.

Arlene knew something was wrong when Lori's supervisor at East Alabama Mental Health called to say Lori hadn't shown up at work for two days. "I'm worried. I feel for her mother and her family and co-workers," says Anne Penney the East Alabama Mental Health Executive Director.

After her worked called Lories mother says she "Called 911 on the way to Auburn. Police met us there."

Lori's door was unlocked and the dog she never left behind was still in it's cage. "She always said that is your grandson. If she was going anywhere, she would ask us to baby sit," states Arlene.

Another troubling sign came the next day. Authorities found Lori's car on fire in Auburn. Detectives are looking at every angle and not ruling anything out, including foul play. "Our main focus right now is finding this young woman," says Captain Tom Stofer.

Friends and co-workers are offering prayers of support. Some even write messages on her personal posting on social networking web site my space dot com. In it, Lori writes about her frustration with her job and not being married. Police took Lori's computer as evidence. Stofer says, "We haven't determined whether there is any type of connection with myspace.com and her disappearance."

Arlene says Lori has so many dreams and aspirations. All she wants now is to see her daughter fulfill them. She says, "I pray to god she's still alive."

Arlene says she remembers when Natalee Holloway disappeared and how she felt for Natalee's mother. Never did she imagine she would be in those same shoes. Police say they are making progress in Lori's disappearance, but wouldn't comment on any specifics of the case. The Lee County CrimeStoppers is offering a $10,000 reward for information leading to Lori's whereabouts. If you know anything, call the Lee County CrimeStoppers hotline at 888-522-7847.

Reporter: Sally Pitts

[KittyMom]

Lori Ann Slesinski (MISSING June 10, 2006) Auburn, AL.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r7Lm3uMFWjU

[Roamer]

If this was on any of the Birmngham news stations, I didn't hear it, and her name is uncommon, so I might have noticed.

Like her, if my dogs were left alone and hungry, people would know something was wrong. She may not have left willingly.

[KittyMom]

If this was on any of the Birmngham news stations, I didn't hear it, and her name is uncommon, so I might have noticed.

Like her, if my dogs were left alone and hungry, people would know something was wrong. She may not have left willingly.

Roamer,

I remember when this happened. There wasn't a whole lot of news about it. I tried to email reporters but it really didn't seem to interest them. Shame. Her family seemed overwhelmed and just sort of left it to LE. I always thought they should look at the place that she worked. Someone she interacted with there may've developed an unhealthy attraction to her. IIRC, she had left home to go to the grocery store and never came back. They knew she bought groceries.

[KittyMom]

I posted all the articles I could find at CTV, but I'm sure those were purged long ago.

[KittyMom]

http://dresramblings.wordpress.com/2006/06/28/keep-it-relevant-missing-girl-in-auburn/

http://myspace-935.vo.llnwd.net/00463/53/99/463879935_l.jpg

[KittyMom]

Lori's myspace page

http://www.myspace.com/52273957

[Grande]

Monday, May 28th, 2007
6:58 am Someone is a murdering B*tard !!

I must say, I have not had much of a moment's sleep since Lori Slesinski went missing from Auburn. But now that I see the postings on here by SomaWeary, it causes me to wonder if maybe he does not know more than he is letting on. Hey, RICK, why not tell us where you hid the body? You know you are responsible for that girl's disappearance, how can you sleep at night knowing you are guilty!?

What I really want to know is, where is Lori? Did you kill her? Did you take her hostage and are still holding her somewhere? If I am wrong, then so be it, God will forgive me! Not BUDDAH! Damn BUDDAH!

Not only are you atheist, but you are hateful to women. What did you do when you were 12, Rick? What did you do to Heather, Rick? Where is the justice? What charges did Heather bring you up on? You have a past and a history, Rick, and it is beginning to look really bad for you! I will not let up until I know the truth!!

http://209.85.165.104/search?q=cache:riAzIfwZyWAJ:amber4christ.livejourn al.com/+%22Lori+Slesinski&hl=en&ct=clnk&cd=26&gl=us

[Grande]

THIS IS THE RICK REFERENCED IN THE PREVIOUS POST;

http://somaweary.livejournal.com/profile

[Grande]

http://i29.tinypic.com/16ih6ar.jpg

http://i29.tinypic.com/2rrw7fb.jpg

http://www.myspace.com/somaweary

[Grande]

http://i31.tinypic.com/156v769.jpg

[Grande]

Note the join date...

[Pauli]

Gee, does that remind you of Robert Arnette joining a board so he could see what was being said :serious:

[Grande]

Gee, does that remind you of Robert Arnette joining a board so he could see what was being said :serious:

I don't know if this kid has been questioned or not, but I would assume so. My question at this point after seeing that Crimelibrary profile would be; When did you FIRST realize Lori was missing. IF he claims it was after June 17th, then we have a serious problem here, imo.

[Grande]

June 17th is significant because that is the day he created the Crime Library profile. No posts? Hmmm... wonder what he was looking for.

[Grande]

And Rick is more than welcome to take down all of his profiles on the social networking sites he's on as I have all of the screenshots.

Ohhhhh... Ya better not run, ya better not hide I'm telling you why, Grande Clause is coming to townnnnn.

[Pauli]

My guess, information on who they thought had something to do with it. What people were saying and thinking.

[Pauli]

And Rick is more than welcome to take down all of his profiles on the social networking sites he's on as I have all of the screenshots.

Ohhhhh... Ya better not run, ya better not hide I'm telling you why, Grande Clause is coming to townnnnn.


You owe me a monitor cleaning Mr..:0doh: ummm, maybe he would like Robert's addy so he can be forewarned about you.

[Grande]

My guess, information on who they thought had something to do with it. What people were saying and thinking.

What bothers me most about that is it suggests she is deceased and that she was prior to the 17th of June.

Sometimes finding this cr@p really takes the wind out of your sails, ya know.

[Grande]

You owe me a monitor cleaning Mr..:0doh: ummm, maybe he would like Robert's addy so he can be forewarned about you.

LMAO!

[Pauli]

What bothers me most about that is it suggests she is deceased and that she was prior to the 17th of June.

Sometimes finding this cr@p really takes the wind out of your sails, ya know.

I haven't had much time to find anything lately :0001:

No, I know what you mean.. and yes it does. At the same time it also gives the possibility of a new direction to follow.

[Grande]

Tuesday, March 4, 2008
Moving Time Again

I've been up since 6, packing. Today I must find a new place to live. I really want to rent a house, but it doesn't look like I'm going to find one. I'm very proud of how meager my possessions are, but they suit me. They also spread out well. I have my two colored lanterns, one green and one blue. I originally had four and bought them when I lived with Dana, but only these two made it through everything. They have been with me every since in every place I have ever lived. When I was homeless I would use them for light to read by in my car.

I have a brass rice bowl that's been with me even longer than that, a gift from Aino when I was 18. On it's bottom is the wheel of dharma. It's a small vessel. I've eaten out of it three times under the open sky, and I'll never forget how beautiful the skies where those nights. The bowl holds just enough to satisfy my hunger.

I have my buddha that Erika bought me while we were on vacation years ago. It's made from volcanic ash and came from indonesia. I have a buddha I bought myself, a bit more detailed, that I use for meditation. I have a flask with my initials that Erika and John gave me when they were married, and an oil burner with sanskrit Om that shines when you burn a candle.

I have a bowl I use as an ashtray; a beautiful piece of glazed glass that was originally a flower pot from the 1930's. It was hand made by my aunt who worked for a florist as a young girl.

Other than that, I really don't have much more than furniture, books, dvds, a few cds, various electronics and a few appliances. It feels clean and trim, although I know it could be trimmer, and I like that.

My coffee has long been finished. Time to stop reminiscing and time to start working.

http://somaweary.blogspot.com/search?updated-min=2008-01-01T00%3A00%3A00-08%3A00&updated-max=2009-01-01T00%3A00%3A00-08%3A00&max-results=5

[Pauli]

Did you check out his second blog...

Blogs

Blog Namehttp://www.blogger.com/img/icon18_editdoc.gifdoppeldeutig (http://doppeldeutig.blogspot.com/) http://www.blogger.com/img/icon18_editdoc.gifSomaSphere (http://somaweary.blogspot.com/)

[KittyMom]

:basic44::0012::basic44:

You guys are amazing!!! Lori never go tthis much attention at CTV. I can't believe all that you've found. Thank You. If anyone can bring Lori the justice she deserves, ya'll can. My hat is off to you...:howdy:

[KittyMom]

http://twitter.com//somaweary/

This guy has a lot to say...and all of it boring.

[KittyMom]

per his blog...A Survey on Everyday Life

Rick's last name is Ennis

49. Whats the way people most often mispronounce any part of your name?
My last name is Ennis. I live in the South. Down here, people tend to draw that e out. Use your imagination.


Rick Ennis

DUH!!!! ya'll already knew this. SRY

[KittyMom]

http://somaweary.livejournal.com/

1:17 am - The truth has outed itself
I'm not really going into a lot of detail, but today went a lot better than I expected. Heather lied under oath. Actually, she lied twice under oath. We finally know some of the allegations she's making, since the DA still hasn't turned over discovery (they have to give my lawyer everything they have against me). And I got to have lunch with Sam, Dana, and Erika. They came to support me, and I can't thank them enough, because I really don't know what I would have done without them.

The hardest part of the day was having to be in the courtroom by myself, facing all those people. Heather was there wearing pink (a color that was very unflattering to her if I must say so myself). I see now why she never wore it before. Sam, Dana, and Erika were supposed to be there, but the door they were going to enter turned out to be locked, and they had to watch from the sidelines. I had to stand in the middle of a room full of people (most of whom hate me) and confront head on allegations that a psychopath made against me. But I did it, and it was worth it.

The case was bound over to the grand jury, which sounds bad but actually isn't. If the judge had dismissed it in the preliminary, the prosecutor could still have picked it up (and believe me, she would have), and I would have just been arrested again and would have had to pay another $9,000 in bail again.

Sam, Dana, and Erika... I really don't know what to say to you guys. Thank you so much. You being there helped me more than I can say in words. The three of you just being there was more comforting than anything. I love you guys.
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Wednesday, May 21st, 2003


9:43 pm
Oh, and as an addendum. In case you've forgotten, I'm not the one who has been going around threatening to kill people.
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9:09 pm
You know, I wasn't even going to stoop as low as you, but I'm tired of you slandering me. Yes, I did something when I was twelve, but I paid my debt to society. I got out and started improving my world. When you went to the family sunshine shelter, guess who'd done a clothing drive and worked their asses off. And you obviously don't remember the reason, do you? It was because you and I had talked about what Eric had done to you (supposedly, because I don't believe you anymore), and I wanted to do something to help women in situations of domestic abuse. And even then you did nothing but mess it up. I remember when we were loading up all the boxes to take them downtown we didn't even want to tell you, and the only reason you even knew is that you happened to walk in the Taylor Center when we were loading up the trucks.

I can't believe that I stuck with you all that time. All the things that I put up with because I thought you loved me, and I loved you. All those times I took you to the hospital, all those nights I didn't get any sleep because you wanted to kill yourself and I was telling you that you were going to get better. You ruined my birthday. All that, for you? I wish I'd never met you.

You muster what help you can. Justice will prevail, that's the only thing that I am convinced of. Anyone that's ever tried to help you, you used. Everything is always about you, and you never gave a damn about anyone but yourself.

Christian? You don't know the meaning of the word. You might be able to pull the wool over the eyes of people who don't know you, but you can't fool those of us who do.

You have destroyed my life, just when it was starting to get better. Just when I'd finally moved on. And what I can't absolutely stand, is that you pull this after I'd come by to check on your sorry ass.

Oh, and here's a bible verse for you:

18 And the judges shall make diligent inquisition: and, behold, if the witness be a false witness, and hath testified falsely against his brother;
19 Then shall ye do unto him, as he had thought to have done unto his brother: so shalt thou put the evil away from among you.
(Deuteronomy 19:18-19)

So, after you see me in court, I plan on seeing you in court. My aunt and uncle cleaned out their ****ing IRA to bell me out of jail. And you can rave about how Jesus changed your life? Do yourself a favor and get a reality check. You don't have the upper hand here, I do, because your nothing but a liar and I'm telling the truth. And it'll come out.

Alright. Enough said. See you tommorrow in court.
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Wednesday, April 30th, 2003
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[Roamer]

:shock:

[Grande]

Those posts are related to another incident (appx. 1992) prior to lori's disappearance. Still revealing imo.

[KittyMom]

Those posts are related to another incident (appx. 1992) prior to lori's disappearance. Still revealing imo.

Yep...with an ex girlfriend named Heather. I believe you found a post earlier that referenced an incident with a Heather. So, Ole Rick has a juevie record from when he was 12, an arrest from 2003, and a connection to a missing friend. Things that make you go...hmmmmm

[KittyMom]

Looks like his court date was May 21, 2003.

Anyway to find out what happened between him and Heather that would cause him an arrest and 9K in bond money?

[Grande]

Looks like his court date was May 21, 2003.

Anyway to find out what happened between him and Heather that would cause him an arrest and 9K in bond money?

Absolutely, however in this case you will have to request the records you want via the clerk as there is no public access available online.

[KittyMom]

Is a cash bond a percentage of the bond amt?

[Grande]

Is a cash bond a percentage of the bond amt?

Bond is 10% of the bail amount.

[KittyMom]

Bond is 10% of the bail amount.

So, if he's being honest about the 9k cash that was a sizable amt of bail.

[Grande]

Lindsay Field / Staff Writer OANow.com
June 24, 2006

<Snip>

"Unless the Auburn police have the technology to do so, the ABI will take her computer and look through e-mails, accounts, headers and chase back all that information," Copus said. "They are probably subpoenaing those Web sites as we speak."

The private investigator said the Web site myspace.com, which Slesinski was known to frequent, is cause for concern.

http://www.oanow.com/servlet/Satellite?pagename=OAN/MGArticle/OAN_BasicArticle&c=MGArticle&cid=1149188714795
(page no longer found)

[Grande]

So, if he's being honest about the 9k cash that was a sizable amt of bail.

Absolutely

[Grande]

I have always had a strong feeling that one of Lori's "friends" axed her and was smart enough to destroy her body. A male "friend" to be more specific. However, I am uncertain if police have ever even questioned him. I wonder if they might have had this same "friend" as an aquaintance. Anyone know if she was a Sky Bar regular? He is.
Lawson | 03.06.08 - 8:44 pm | #

Lawson~

Have you told the authorities of your concerns?
Lori | 03.06.08 - 8:52 pm | #

I did on the anniversary of her disappearance-Surprisingly, that was the first I had ever heard of it and I live less than 25 miles away!!! I just got obsessed with it and read EVERY SINGLE THING I COULD and even talked to a couple of people that worked at the Mental Health Center. It's just a feeling, but it was so strong I felt it was worth letting the police know about. I've never been contacted for additional information. It sounds like the police are on top of this investigation, however. They claim they have solid leads and if we just give them a couple of days or so, they will be able to apprehend the killers. Yes, plural. (But that could have been a slip-up)
Lawson | 03.06.08 - 8:56 pm | #

http://www.truecrimeweblog.com/2008/03/lori-slesinski-and-lauren-burk-is-there.html

[Grande]

Sky Bar Cafe' - Auburn, Alabama

http://www.auskybar.com/

[KittyMom]

http://www.myspace.com/damoorical1

This guy left a post on the video of Lori on Youtube. Said she was his family's best friend. He also has three photos of Lori in his photo album.

[KittyMom]

http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q311/KittyMom5/ctv/Lori_Slesinski_3.jpg

http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q311/KittyMom5/ctv/Lori_Slesinski_1.jpg

the 3rd photo includes a child...I'm not posting it

[KittyMom]

http://www.oanow.com/oan/news/local/article/auburn_death_under_investigation/7441/

Posted by ( elihubble ) on March 06, 2008 at 8:04 am


As a resident of Auburn, I am concerned about thLori Ann Slesinskie lack of effectiveness of the Auburn Police at solving the serious crime cases. The Dick Salmon murder and the Lori Ann Slesinski disappearance have gone unsolved too long. Now add to this the murder of Lauren Burk and I am beginning to wonder if the City of Auburn police doesn’t need to ask for some help in solving these crimes. I may be reacting too quickly to this last crime, but not to the Salmon and Slesinski cases. The Auburn police need to step up.

Posted by ( sash ) on March 06, 2008 at 9:13 am


I am wondering if the AUPD are checking into some of these construction companies’ workers. I remember a couple of summers ago, a girl at Clemson University was found dead and they tracked her murder to a construction worker, who had also killed some women in other southern states. The AUPD should find out if a construction worker might have left shortly after the Lori Slesinski incident and maybe has recently shown back up for work. The car fires are jsut too similar to ignore.

[KittyMom]

http://www.oanow.com/oan/news/local/article/local_state_and_federal_agencies_join_task_force_t o_investigate_students_mu/7525/

Posted by ( Vivvy ) on March 07, 2008 at 10:40 am


Perhaps we would all share the same sentiment; however, since the last 3 major crimes in that area are still unsolved, don’t count on it! Missing woman, murdered business man, murdered Chinese couple? That is 3 in a row, and now this makes 4! Sure the police rely on the public for most of the information they are to get, but a good portion of it comes from the foot work of the detectives. Here’s some food for thought: The murdering s.o.b. who killed Salmon, Burk and the Chinese couple is still out there running around -Scott FREE! And the sorry s.o.b. who kidnapped (and probably murdered) Lori Slesinski is STILL OUT THERE. Does this help you sleep good at night?




Posted by ( Vivvy ) on March 07, 2008 at 2:39 am


“We have some very strong leads”? Wow! I could swear I have read that somewhere before! Is this not the same thing said regarding Lori Slezinski, Dick Salmon and the Chinese couple? What gives! I have to be honest, and I mean no disrespect to anyone, but maybe AU police department needs to call someone in who knows what they are doing! Do they not realize, if other criminal elements see this kind of thing going on, they are going to target Auburn for future crimes! They will be convinced they can get away with, ehhhh, MURDER? What is going on Auburn? Even Phenix City Police do a better job than that! It makes me sick at the thought of people who could be victims and their perpetrators never get the justice they deserve!

GET WITH IT AU POLICE!




Posted by ( planner00 ) on March 06, 2008 at 10:47 pm


Naturally, there is a lot of sadness in Auburn today. Auburn is a close-knit, allegedly safe town. Perhaps a little too complacent as well. Please pray for Lauren’s soul, her family, and particularly that someone witnessed it and hands the case to the local police, the ABI, and the FBI (if they get involved). For the love of God, do not let one more unsolved crime happen in Auburn!!

No more:
Lori Slesinski (24 -year old student, Missing since June 13, 2006 and coincidentally car found burned, now a cold case)
Dick Salmon (72 year-old local business owner, shot dead in his business in the middle of the day, July 2005, no suspects)
Chinese couple - names not found unfortunately (grad students brutally stabbed in May 2005 in their home, no suspects and apparently chalked up to a gambling vendetta, now that’s insulting!!)

Understandably, there is crime and evil-ness everywhere, but this is frustrating. I hope law enforcement gets it together and redeems themselves. And as for the community, it’s great to think you live in Mayberry, but I lived in Auburn for 8.5 years and you still have to be aware of potential dangers around you. I was a student enjoying the heck out myself, but I was smart and always kept my ears and eyes open. Be smart, be alert, don’t pretend it can’t happen in your backyard, and stop this nonsense!! No more Lauren Burks.

[Grande]

Thanks KittyMom!

[KittyMom]

http://www.myspace.com/noxdarkstar

This is Lori's brother. He's 29 and attends Troy State.

This is below a photo of Lori.
This is my little sister Lori. She has been missing without a trace for over a year now. Every so often I turn my head an think I see her in the mirror or hear her laughing or calling me across the yard. Alas she still has not come home. If anyone has any information concerning her please contact the Auburn, Alabama police (334) 501-3140


Facebook info...
Aaron Darkstar
Networks: Troy Alum 07 and New York, NY
Screen Names: Nox_Darkstar (Yahoo) and NYCxxxxxxDarkstar (AIM)

[Grande]

Everyone welcome our newest member 'somaweary'.

Perhaps he will help bring Lori's family some closure.

[Pauli]

Welcome somaweary, I'm looking forward to you joining us.

[somaweary]

Hello everyone. I'm somaweary and I'm here to clear up a few misconceptions about this case that have developed in this forum. First off, the majority of the information surrounding this case has not been released to the public by the police, mostly just stuff about the fact she is missing and how her car was found. I don't think we'll know everything the police know until Lori is actually found.

That being said, there are a lot of particulars to this case, and none of you really have any of the information you need to solve it. If you having something that is actually pertinent, like you've seen Lori or you know where she's at, you need to pass it on to the Auburn Police Department.

I know for a fact that the police were very thorough. They followed tons of leads, including every single lead online (i.e. Myspace). Lori was an avid chatter, and they have all her chat logs and other types of computer forensics. They interviewed hundreds of people: everyone who knew Lori and everyone who knew them. My house, my girlfriend's house, and my car were all searched several times and processed for evidence. I'm sure the same was done to her house and other places. They literally left no stone unturned.

A person in the thread mentioned the Skybar. If the Skybar is what used to be the Blue Room (I can't remember what it was before they changed it) then you're probably talking about an exboyfriend of Lori's, whom I know the police interrogated in depth.

As for the construction worker angle, I heard (as a rumor, not from the police themselves) they were looking into it. The road next to the bowling alley is where they found her car on fire, and there was a bunch of construction going on back there at the time.

Lori was a complex person who knew a lot of people. Even I, as close to her as I was, didn't know a lot of her friends. She kept her life compartmentalized. One thing that I think has made this such a hard case for the police is that Lori knew so many people, and I think most of us probably had different ideas of who she was.

You were right about me knowing about Lori's dissapearance early on. It was a friend of hers and myself who called Lori's mom, who then drove to Auburn and called the police. I registered with several sites because I was hoping to find some information on her. The police really haven't been forthcoming with information, and nothing new has been reported in the media for a long time. I like everyone else involved in Lori's life have more questions than I do answers, and I want them answered. Lori, I hope and pray that you're safe wherever you are.

[Grande]

Well we certainly appreciate the input somaweary.

Why is it do you think they dedicated all of those resources to you in particular? Did you speak to her that day?

[somaweary]

I don't think they did dedicate their resources solely on me. Like I said I was just one of hundreds of people they interviewed. They did devote a lot of time on me because we were close friends and I was one of the last people to see her (when I left her house she was on her way to the grocery store). The police know all this. Like I said, there are other factors that the police are considering, and I'm not going to reveal what I know to a public audience.

[Grande]

I don't think they did dedicate their resources solely on me. Like I said I was just one of hundreds of people they interviewed. They did devote a lot of time on me because we were close friends and I was one of the last people to see her (when I left her house she was on her way to the grocery store). The police know all this. Like I said, there are other factors that the police are considering, and I'm not going to reveal what I know to a public audience.

I realize there are MANY factors and I will take them into consideration.

Were the searches a result of a search warrant or your consent?

[somaweary]

All the searches were consensual, both for me and my girlfriend, as was the questioning, although the detectives made it hard. They were very aggresive and everyone I know who had to speak with them thought they were asses. I had to constantly remind myself that I had to cooperate for Lori's sake. I think I probably sat through 4 days of straight interrogation. Look Grande, I'm not here to play 20 questions, I just wanted to set the record straight about some things, and give you what little information I can. I don't have any idea what happened to Lori, and I have no idea what information the police have. I do know I was questioned by an FBI interrogator and I'm fairly certain the state police are involved. It takes time to process forensic evidence, and who knows what they'll turn up? Most of the things you guys have been discussing were investigated early on by the police.

[Pauli]

Nancy Grace is talking about Lori right now... amazing after all this time that nothing has been in the media... Looks like they are going to start digging deeper into what happened to her. About time.

[Grande]

All the searches were consensual, both for me and my girlfriend, as was the questioning, although the detectives made it hard. They were very aggresive and everyone I know who had to speak with them thought they were asses. I had to constantly remind myself that I had to cooperate for Lori's sake. I think I probably sat through 4 days of straight interrogation. Look Grande, I'm not here to play 20 questions, I just wanted to set the record straight about some things, and give you what little information I can. I don't have any idea what happened to Lori, and I have no idea what information the police have. I do know I was questioned by an FBI interrogator and I'm fairly certain the state police are involved. It takes time to process forensic evidence, and who knows what they'll turn up? Most of the things you guys have been discussing were investigated early on by the police.

Given what's at stake I thought it was appropriate to make some inquires, afterall you have a fairly prominent presence on the web and not once have I seen you beckoning for Lori's safe return.

Secondly, we realize ALL of the information we have been reviewing has been thoroughly examined by LE. We don't claim to have all the answers and we have no agenda other than to help generate awareness for Lori's community of friends and family. As a member of that community, I can't help but wonder why you haven't put your web presence to good use and beckon the public for their help. I don't recall seeing one instance that would suggest you did that, perhaps you can set the record straight on that.

I appreciate you taking the time to be here and answer questions. We are concerned about Lori, speculation and innuendo's are the nature of the beast so to speak. Your welcome to join in and help us and we will do our best to avoid the inquiries.

[somaweary]

Originally I commented the flyer that AUPD circulated into her myspace page, but I later deleted it out because too many people were sending me messages and it was just depressing. I was getting msgs everyday reminding me that my friend was missing, so I deleted it so people would stop messaging me. I guess it's like when you call a company to have a loved one who's died name removed from the bills. I'm fairly certain I also posted it some other places on the web (message boards like these). When I started using myspace, I stopped using livejournal, and it wasn't until this year that I started my other two blogs.

[BobbisAngel]

I have followed Lori's case since she first went missing. I am so glad to find this forum and that people are talking about Lori. I can't imagine being in her family's shoes not knowing where their daughter is and with no sign of a suspect.

I wonder if Lori always took her dog where ever she went....like to the grocery store? I have a small dog and he goes to the store with me even though he has to stay in my vehicle. As attached as Lori was to her dog it seems like she would have taken it with her if she went to the store. Because the dog was home for days by itself I think it is safe to assume that she didn't leave her home by herself or on her own. I don't remember reading anything about a struggle or signs of a struggle at her home. Would that mean that she knew the person that took her and that he somehow got her out of her home and then forced her to leave with him? Or would he have talked her into leaving with him and leaving the dog at home. Maybe asking her to go somewhere saying that they would be right back?

I remember reading Lori's MySpace after she disappeared and thinking that she sounded like a lonely young lady. I wondered if that would have made her more vulnerable then some. That maybe someone tried to take advantage of that vulnerability and she refused. Through the death of this current young lady it sounds like Lori's case is getting a second look. Maybe some new eyes will see something that was missed when Lori first disappeared. I hope so.

[Grande]

Somaweary, is it true you were charged with Kidnapping, Rape & Sodomy in 03' ? I just recieve an email that suggested this, but I wanted you to have the opportunity to address the allegation.

[Grande]

Great to have you here BobbisAngel!

I gotta run, ya'll have a wonderful night.

[somaweary]

Usually Lori would only take p-nut to either her mom's house or Kiesel park. It wasn't a normal thing for him to go anywhere else.

[somaweary]

Yes, that's true. I was accused of that by an exgirlfriend. Those charges were baseless and were dropped. Lori new that about me, as well as most of my friends and all of my girlfriends. It's sort of an open secret.

Trust me, I've had enough women who turned me down for sex to fill several courtrooms.

[packy]

It's possible she didn't like the idea of leaving the dog in the car while shopping.

Was there evidence of a trip to the store mentioned? Bags on the table or counter or tossed in the waste basket, or something left in the car as if she was unloading stuff? Video surveillance at close shopping areas?

[KittyMom]

I've thought about her little dog. I remember reading an interview with her mother where she commented that she knew something was wrong because the little dog was in its crate and had been a while. That photo of Lori holding the kitten shows me that she was a gentle soul. She is cradling that kitten in such a loving manner. I wonder if her mom kept her dog? I don't think I'd be able to part with him. Lori loved him so.

[KittyMom]

http://www.wsfa.com/Global/story.asp?S=6655289

Search for Missing Auburn Woman Continues

Updated: June 13, 2007 06:57 PM EDT

It's been a year now, since anyone has seen or heard from Auburn University graduate, Lori Ann Slesinski.

The 24-year old mental health care worker was last seen June 10th. Her mother reported her missing 3 days later.

The next day, her car was found engulfed in flames behind the bowling alley in auburn.

Investigators say they're very interested in learning who drove the Mazda to that location.

They say there have been several people they've been interested in, but they have not focused on just one person.

[KittyMom]

http://www.wtvm.com/Global/story.asp?S=5098993

24-year-old Lori Slesinski was last heard from June 10. As police search for answers, her parents say they're living a nightmare.

"I pray to God she's still alive, but I just don't know," said Arlene Slesinski, Lori's mother.

Slesinski cries for the daughter she says is studious, ambitious, and, most of all, responsible.

"Where's my daughter gone?" Slesinski said. "What's happened to her? Why? This just isn't Lori."

Slesinski says June 8th was the last time she talked to her daughter. She realized something was wrong, first, when Lori didn't show up for work two days in a row, and then, when her beloved dog was found in its cage at her home.

"She would never leave that dog, never, that was her baby," Slesinski said.

Slesinski's worst fears became even more of a reality when Lori's car, which she had just gotten, was found burning in Auburn.

"She says, 'Don't I look good in this car mom?', and I had to agree, she did," Slesinski said. "She looked pretty in that car. I knew something was really wrong then."

And that feeling hasn't gone away. Slesinski says she doesn't know where her daughter could be, and can't think of anyone who would harm her. What she does know is the pain of Lori's disappearance, and the hope she still holds onto.

"I just pray to God every time that phone rings, I get good news," Slesinski said. "I pray to God it's good news."

Lori Slesinski had been working at East Alabama Mental Health for about a year. Her mother says she loved the people she worked with, but had been dealing with typical post-college frustrations of wanting a higher paying job. Police are still investigating, and Lee County Crimestoppers is offering a $10,000 reward.

[KittyMom]

http://www.wtvm.com/global/story.asp?s=5125440&ClientType=Printable

East Alabama
Police Still Searching For Missing Auburn Woman

Updated: July 10, 2006 06:12 PM EDT

Auburn police are still searching for a missing woman. Lori Slesinski disappeared nearly a month ago, and investigators say they have very few leads in the case. Slesinski was last heard from on June 10.

Her Mazda Tribute was found on fire just four days later. Investigators do say they've been receiving tips from the public, but as of yet, none of them have panned out. The Alabama Bureau of Investigation and the F.B.I. are also on the case.

"We talk to them pretty regularly. We've talked with the local agent. I've talked with agents throughout the state, actually the supervisors in charge, and they've offered their assistance," said Capt. Jerry Holder, Auburn Police Department.

There are no suspects in the case. If you have any information, you're urged to call the APD or Lee County Crimestoppers.

[Grande]

Yes, that's true. I was accused of that by an exgirlfriend. Those charges were baseless and were dropped. Lori new that about me, as well as most of my friends and all of my girlfriends. It's sort of an open secret.

Trust me, I've had enough women who turned me down for sex to fill several courtrooms.

That was my understanding as well, thanks.

LOL, on the latter.

[Grande]

It's possible she didn't like the idea of leaving the dog in the car while shopping.

Was there evidence of a trip to the store mentioned? Bags on the table or counter or tossed in the waste basket, or something left in the car as if she was unloading stuff? Video surveillance at close shopping areas?

Good question.

[Grande]

somaweary, were you at Lori's house when she left? What I mean is; Did you leave at the same time?

[Grande]

Rick, you can only post on the forum if you are signed in. You are certainly welcome to continue to monitor the forum as a 'guest' but it seems silly given you took the time to create an account. In any event, I appreciate your input.

I am in the process of letting Lori's family and friends know this forum is here. Perhaps they can provide some further insight. I'm sure they will be glad to know you were here advocating for Lori's safe return...

[Pauli]

:23 pm - The Rickster Ok, I want you to stick it to me. Give me some dead honest answers. How do you people see me? You can post anonymously if you want to. I'd rather you do that, but you can feel free to use your username if you want. Don't answer any question you may feel will give you away if you are posting anonymously.

http://www.livejournal.com/poll/?id=9126

My worst memory of Rick is:
http://stat.livejournal.com/img/userinfo.gif (http://mmnjones.livejournal.com/profile)mmnjones (http://mmnjones.livejournal.com/) -- getting high...
http://stat.livejournal.com/img/userinfo.gif (http://christylynn00.livejournal.com/profile)christylynn00 (http://christylynn00.livejournal.com/) -- When he hit me with his book bag.
http://stat.livejournal.com/img/userinfo.gif (http://fairy-grrl.livejournal.com/profile)fairy_grrl (http://fairy-grrl.livejournal.com/) -- hmmm ... when he got really ****ed up at Dana's and pretended he could float
http://stat.livejournal.com/img/userinfo.gif (http://bitchcraft666.livejournal.com/profile)bitchcraft666 (http://bitchcraft666.livejournal.com/) -- that day I told him to hit me really hard and he did. It really hurt
http://stat.livejournal.com/img/userinfo.gif (http://new-grrrl.livejournal.com/profile)new_grrrl (http://new-grrrl.livejournal.com/) -- That really mean orange note he left for me in the newsroom
http://stat.livejournal.com/img/userinfo.gif (http://raenae.livejournal.com/profile)raenae (http://raenae.livejournal.com/) -- well im not sure
http://stat.livejournal.com/img/userinfo.gif (http://amber4christ.livejournal.com/profile)amber4christ (http://amber4christ.livejournal.com/) -- The night he abducted Lori Slesinski

[Pauli]

ok.. Lori's car was found behind a bowling alley on fire...

this is from 2003 where somaweary is talking about a bowling alley that is in Auburn.. so he has been there.

Friday:
The view from inside my car, as I lay upside down at the bottom of an embankment, having just been run off the road. I cheated death three times in thirty seconds.

A soft bed and the warm arms that encircled me as I slept next to my girlfriend in Auburn.

Saturday:
A long ride to a nice bowling alley I'd never been to before. I downed two pitchers of Amber Bock. Stephie (my girlfriend) won $300 from the tournaments. I took a nap in the parking lot, only to find that a blazer in the sun is a lot like a sauna with no steam, only the heat. I woke up with my clothing drenched in sweat. Then, another long drive, but this time it was her and me alone, so it was better. That night, 9 people spent the night, and we had lots of fun.

Sunday:
Movies (what else is there to do on Sunday?)

Monday:
Officially quit my job. Got up early, took a shower, ironed, and then spent 4 hours walking the streets of downtown Auburn.

Tuesday:
Decided that I wasn't going to stay in Auburn after all.

http://somaweary.livejournal.com/

[KittyMom]

I have some questions for somaweary.

What was your relationship with Lori? Were ya'll strictly friends or had you at one time dated? How did you two meet? School? Work? Do you consider Lori a close friend and if so, did she seem herself at the time of her disappearance?

[Grande]

<Snip>

"I live in the local region of Auburn. I am just your average person who minds her own business. But there is a missing woman who was abducted or murdered (or both) from the area. I want to find out what happened to Lori Slesinski, and Dick Salmon. These are two victims of crime in the Auburn/Opelika area. Auburn and Opelika has become a haven for shitbags and scum. As much as I respect the law and realize how much of a work load they have, a girl's disappearance should have been their only priority at the time she came up missing!

I feel disheartened and sickened every time I drive by the street where they found her brand-new car burning! I keep thinking "What a bastard, what a son-of-a-sorry-bitch to do that to her car, and probably to her, too!" I have my theories about the police and how much more they could have done. I am sure there are students, probably a 100,000 of them running around Auburn who would have been happy to help form a search party for this girl! BUT WHY! WHY!!! I want to know WHYYYY! Why the HELL didn't the Auburn Police urge people from the community to come forth and form a search party!?

I am pissed. The family of Lori Slesinski wants closure! They want to know where their daughter is! Their sister! Their cousin! Their friend! They want ANSWERS! They seem to think the police are doing everything they can, but I am sorry to say, I am not so sure about that! I just want to know why there was never a search party formed, why the dead end at Dekalb Street was never cordoned off to keep people from driving through there!!

Approximately one week after she was reported in the news as missing, I was able to drive through the area. Just out of curiosity, that is exactly what I done, and I could not believe people were allowed to drive through there. I have always heard a sick bastard returns to their dirty work, so what if the perpetrator of her disappearance went back to see if he left anything behind? I had a friend with me when I went through there, we were both appalled that the crime scene was not blocked off from the public -- until the investigation was completed.

I am sick of hearing the word's "COLD CASE" coming out of Auburn. I want the Auburn Police to know I am not badgering them, I respect law enforcement and the authorities. I just think, with all my heart, this girl's disappearance has been given a raw deal! What about Dick Salmon? If that were my father, I would be in the police station every day asking questions! I would not REST until the police found my father's killer!

I want to add, the two incidents happened in close proximity to one another. Dick Salmon's store/gas station is less than a full block from there Lori's new car was found torched! I am getting sick just thinking about all of this! I am not going to rest until something is done to help the victims families! This is why crime is so bad now! THERE ARE NOT ENOUGH PEOPLE, LIKE MYSELF, DOING ALL THEY CAN TO HELP THE POLICE BRING BASTARDS WHO HURT AND KILL OTHERS TO JUSTICE!

GET OFF YOUR ASS, PEOPLE! DO YOUR PART!"

http://amber4christ.livejournal.com/profile

[somaweary]

Yes, Lori and I left her house headed in seperate directions. She took a right on to webster road and I'm assuming a left onto Wire Rd. As for bags when we went into Lori's house, I don't think any were lying around because I remember when we went into the house everything looked normal, and that's something that would have been out of place. Lori was obsessive about about clean and neat, so she would have put them away first thing.

As for surveilance from the grocery store, I asked the police several times if they found had found her on tape, but they always told me no, so I don't know if they did or not. They told me some things that I know weren't true, so I honestly I just don't know if they found anything or not.

As for the Dick Salmon murder you trying to say I committed, as I work that day. I worked at the bowling alley in Auburn for almost 2 years. From what I understand of that case, Salmon was on the phone with his wife at the time, and she heard his killer. I believe that the police are looking for an African American male in coonection with his case. As for the fact that the road was next to the bowling alley, it's also next to a bar called Touchdown's, which is an Auburn landmark. I would watch college students drive up and down that road all the time, and I think it was sort of known as one of those places where you could smoke a quick joint in your car without worrying about the police driving up on you. So although the road was really just a dead end with nothing on it, it's not like it wasn't well known and unused.

As for Lori's love life, some months before she had left her boyfriend and was single. She was still friends with him and I know that on occasion they did still spend time together, but I think as friends. Lori was good at keeping her friends compartmentalized, so I never actually spent time with them when they were together. She actually started dating him during a period of time that lasted about 6 months, when we didn't speak. I remember when she told me that she was dating him, I was suprised. They didn't really seem to fit in my mind, but I didn't say anything about it because I trusted her judgement.

Her and I never dated. We met through a coworker of mine, a guy named Jarrod. All I know about him is that he was from Texas, and one day he was in Auburn and the next he just disappeared. I'm not sure what happened to him. He invinted me to a party at his house, and I went and met Lori. Jarrod was interested in Lori, but her and I hit it off and we spent the night driving around together. She invited me to her birthday party the following week, and from their we just started spending time together.

I'll pick up from here later on tonight.

[Grande]

Somaweary,

Thanks again for your help!

You stated Lori was 'obsessive' when it came to cleanliness and keeping her home in an orderly fashion. Given this, it seems to me she would have locked her door prior to leaving her home, especially since her dog was left behind. Any idea why she didn't that day?

What was your means of transportation and where were you living at that point?

Ever asked or offer to take a LDT (Polygraph)?

[KittyMom]

Somaweary,

What was Jarrod's last name? Also, what was his relationship with Lori and have you told LE about him?

[Grande]

<Snip>

"When asked about Slesinski’s purse and cell phone, Stofer was unable to comment on whether or not investigators have collected those items.

"I’m not going to release information about those items that may or may not have been left behind, whether in her vehicle or in the trailer," Stofer said. "Those are just bits of pieces of evidence and I’m not at liberty to discuss it."

http://www.oanow.com/servlet/Satellite?pag...ews%21localnews

[KittyMom]

I'd love to know if her bank cards were found or if there had been any tips concerning her car as it wasn't burned until after she was reported missing. Someone was driving it around.

[Grande]

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[Grande]

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[Grande]

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[Grande]

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[Grande]

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[KittyMom]

thanks for the maps, G

[KittyMom]

http://abclocal.go.com/wpvi/story?section=news/national_world&id=6006075

Auburn police have beat back speculation that Burk's slaying might be connected to the unsolved disappearance in June 2006 of 24-year-old Auburn University graduate Lori Ann Slesinski. In that case, the woman's car was found ablaze less than a week after she was reported missing along a road.

[Grande]

thanks for the maps, G

No problem. I have been meaning to do that. Perhaps Somaweary (or anyone from the area for that matter) can help us pinpoint some areas of interest.

[Grande]

<Snip>

"An officer with the Auburn Police Division on routine patrol discovered the car registered to Lori A. Slesinski in the roadway on DeKalb Street off of Opelika Road around 4:41 a.m. It is adjacent to the site of the former Auburn Estates trailer park, which has been cleared to make way for a residential development."

http://64.233.167.104/search?q=cache:7NkkzyXsoPMJ:www.oanow.com/servlet/Satellite%3Fpagename%3DCommon%252FMGArticle%252FPr intVersion%26c%3DMGArticle%26cid%3D1149188538765%2 6image%3Doan80x60.gif%26oasDN%3Doanow.com+%22aubur n+estates+trailer%22&hl=en&ct=clnk&cd=2&gl=us

[KittyMom]

<Snip>

"An officer with the Auburn Police Division on routine patrol discovered the car registered to Lori A. Slesinski in the roadway on DeKalb Street off of Opelika Road around 4:41 a.m. It is adjacent to the site of the former Auburn Estates trailer park, which has been cleared to make way for a residential development."

http://64.233.167.104/search?q=cache:7NkkzyXsoPMJ:www.oanow.com/servlet/Satellite%3Fpagename%3DCommon%252FMGArticle%252FPr intVersion%26c%3DMGArticle%26cid%3D1149188538765%2 6image%3Doan80x60.gif%26oasDN%3Doanow.com+%22aubur n+estates+trailer%22&hl=en&ct=clnk&cd=2&gl=us

Wasn't there a bowling alley somewhere nearby?

[Grande]

AMF Auburn Bowling Center
719 Opelika Rd
Auburn, AL 36830

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[awakening2lite]

You were right about me knowing about Lori's dissapearance early on. It was a friend of hers and myself who called Lori's mom, who then drove to Auburn and called the police. I registered with several sites because I was hoping to find some information on her. The police really haven't been forthcoming with information, and nothing new has been reported in the media for a long time. I like everyone else involved in Lori's life have more questions than I do answers, and I want them answered. Lori, I hope and pray that you're safe wherever you are.

Hi somaweary,

Nice to see you have joined. It's always good to read someone who actually knew everyone.

I see you, like everyone, want to know more about what happened to Lori.

What are some of the questions you would like to see the LE answer?

TIA.

[cog1]

AMF Auburn Bowling Center
719 Opelika Rd
Auburn, AL 36830

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Hi All,
THis is a very interesting case. Awesome work!! Didn't Somaweary say that he would watch that dead end road FROM the bowling alley? Need to go back and read again. Looks like a pretty good distance to me. Hmm

[Grande]

Hey COG1! Nice to see you.

Somaweary stated the following regarding Dekalb Rd.;

"I would watch college students drive up and down that road all the time, and I think it was sort of known as one of those places where you could smoke a quick joint in your car without worrying about the police driving up on you. So although the road was really just a dead end with nothing on it, it's not like it wasn't well known and unused."

http://helpfindthemissing.org/forum/newreply.php?do=newreply&noquote=1&p=151155

[KittyMom]

Hey COG1! Nice to see you.

Somaweary stated the following regarding Dekalb Rd.;

"I would watch college students drive up and down that road all the time, and I think it was sort of known as one of those places where you could smoke a quick joint in your car without worrying about the police driving up on you. So although the road was really just a dead end with nothing on it, it's not like it wasn't well known and unused."

http://helpfindthemissing.org/forum/newreply.php?do=newreply&noquote=1&p=151155

Where would somaweary have been to watch this road? Did he maybe work at the bowling alley or live in the trailer park? Maybe it was like student housing?

[KittyMom]

http://www.oanow.com/servlet/Satellite?pagename=OAN/MGArticle/OAN_BasicArticle&c=MGArticle&cid=1173352837923&path=!news

Missing Auburn graduate turns 26 today
Lori Ann Slesinski's mother recalls how her daughter loved to celebrate birthdays


Lindsay Field / Opelika-Auburn News
September 21, 2007


For the second year in a row, Arlene Slesinski doesn’t get to watch her daughter open gifts or celebrate her birthday.

Lori Ann Slesinski, who last had contact with her mother on June 10, 2006, turns 26 today.

Arlene Slesinksi said her daughter, who was 24 years old when she disappeared, was big on birthdays.

"They’ve just always been an important thing to her ... some people think that the older you get the less important they are, but she celebrated hers even when she was getting older."

Traditionally, Lori’s mother says they spent birthdays together, having dinner, enjoying a little birthday cake and opening presents.

One of Lori’s most memorable birthdays, her mother said, was when she gave Lori a puppy on her 12th birthday.

"A friend of mine’s dog had puppies and (Lori) had already talked about wanting one," she said of the dog Lori ended up naming Precious. "Of course she picked the runt of the litter, but he was cute. She fell in love with him."

Missing
On June 13, 2006, Arlene Slesinski called the Auburn Police Division to report that Lori was missing.

According to previous interviews with local police, the Ridgewood Village Trailer Park resident was last seen June 10, 2006.

A day after Arlene Slesinski filed the report with police, Lori’s car, a blue 2005 Mazda Tribute, was discovered on fire in the roadway off DeKalb Street in Auburn at 4:41 a.m.

The vehicle was sent to a forensics lab in Montgomery, but police are unable to release details about the evidence. Auburn police Lt. Paul Register was able to say that there was no evidence of anyone being burned in the car.

Until her daughter is back in her life, Arlene Slesinski doesn’t think her life will ever be normal again. She said she feels like the police are doing everything they can - investigating, resubmitting evidence to different labs and contacting her with updates.

"There hasn’t been any new information, but they check in with me periodically ... unfortunately there has been no new news," she said.

Auburn police Corp. Lee Hodge stays in contact with Arlene Slesinski on a pretty regular basis.

"Any new information they follow up on it right away," said Auburn police Capt. Jerry Holder. "Naturally, the longer (the investigation) goes, the less information we get."

Although Arlene Slesinski said she feels like police are doing their very best, she still gets a little discouraged from time to time when she sees a missing person’s case splattered across the news or receiving more attention that her daughter’s case.

"But every time I hear one, I feel for their parents because I know what they’re going through," she said.

Waiting
Steven Winslett, someone Lori Ann Slesinski befriended about two years before she disappeared, said he prays every day that she’ll return home safely.

"I hope to God, I pray all the time, that she possibly, might have just gotten tired of stuff, but I don’t know ... I pray that every day that she might have just said, ‘I hate my job, I hate things and I can’t take it anymore,’ " he said.

But Winslett doesn’t believe Lori would just up and leave without her puppy Peanut. The Friday night before Lori disappeared he said they were supposed to go see The Velcro Pygmies perform.

"I called her pretty late that night to see if she was going to go, but she never answered," he said. "She didn’t really go out that much though."

Winslett described his friend as a loving and encouraging person who loved sports, movies, video games, walking and riding bikes.

"It was her beam, when she smiled," said Winslett when asked what attracted him to Lori as a friend. "She was a warm person and had a lot to offer someone. There is just so much. She understood things and understood people ... you could tell her anything."

Winslett, who met Lori online, said they were friends from the get-go. "We had some good times together. She was a real kind of person ... a smart girl."

Winslett recalled talking to her each morning on the phone while driving to work.

"We’d complain about things. You could tell she wasn’t happy with her job or where things were going ... she’s so smart (and) didn’t understand why she got all this education and she wasn’t making such good money, but I still tried to encourage her," he said.

Winslett said he’ll often sit back in his den and watch old movies they used to watch together, thinking about Lori.

"It just ain’t right ... things like that just don’t happen, you just don’t disappear for no reason," said Winslett, who hates to remove Lori from his thoughts, but tries to because he said it hurts.

Winslett said he still got a birthday card for Lori this year, in hopes that she’ll come back. For each of their birthdays in the past he said they’d usually grill out and exchange cards or gifts.

"It’s those little things, like spending time together that I miss."

Slesinski is described as a while female, with blond hair, 5 feet 7 inches tall and weighing approximately 160 pounds.

Anyone with information as to her whereabouts is encouraged to contact Auburn police detectives at 334-501-3100 or 334-501-3141, the Auburn Police Division tip line at 334-501-7337 or Lee County Crime Stoppers at 888-522-7847.

I've invited Steven Winslett to join our discussion.

[cog1]

Am I looking at the map wrong (lawd knows I have terrible mapping skills) or is Dekalb NOT a dead end road? It appears you can turn left at the end where Lori's car was found burning.

[Grande]

http://www.oanow.com/servlet/Satellite?pagename=OAN/MGArticle/OAN_BasicArticle&c=MGArticle&cid=1173352837923&path=!news


I've invited Steven Winslett to join our discussion.

Thanks KittyMom! I have invited Steven as well. I also invited 'Amber4Christ' who posted a comment on Rick's Livejournal regarding Lori.

[Grande]

Am I looking at the map wrong (lawd knows I have terrible mapping skills) or is Dekalb NOT a dead end road? It appears you can turn left at the end where Lori's car was found burning.

I don't know how long Atchison Rd. has been there. As you can see that property is being developed as we speak. It may be that Atchison is a recent addition or just an underdeveloped road perhaps???

I'm not 100% positive (close) that's where her car was discovered. From all indiciations thought, that does appears to be the location based on what has been released to date.

[cog1]

I don't know how long Atchison Rd. has been there. As you can see that property is being developed as we speak. It may be that Atchison is a recent addition or just an underdeveloped road perhaps???

I'm not 100% positive (close) that's where her car was discovered. From all indiciations thought, that does appears to be the location based on what has been released to date.


Thanks I thought I was looking at the map wrong. LOL Yes I could tell that development was taking place in the map you posted so that could fit. Maybe it is a new road.

[KittyMom]

http://www.oanow.com/servlet/Satellite?pagename=OAN/MGArticle/OAN_BasicArticle&c=MGArticle&cid=1173351610724&path=!news

Missing woman a cold case
Few clues in Slesinski disappearance

Lindsay Field / Staff Writer
June 13, 2007

One year ago today, Arlene Slesinski contacted the Auburn Police Division to report that she hadn’t heard from her daughter Lori Ann Slesinski in three days.

To date, Lori still hasn’t been seen or heard from by family or friends. Detectives have worked collaboratively with the Alabama Bureau of Investigation and Federal Bureau of Investigation to gather as much information, interviewing around 80 family members, friends and co-workers about the missing woman, who at the time of her disappearance was a 24-year-old Auburn University graduate working with East Alabama Mental Health.

"By now we had certainly hoped to know where Lori was," said Auburn detective Lt. Paul Register with Auburn detectives. "We’ve had people call us and say they’ve seen her, as soon as a few weeks ago, but we don’t have any information that tells us that it’s accurate and of course we’re disappointed when it doesn’t turn out to be Lori."

Initially detectives were working on the case daily, but now investigators only revisit the case when something comes up.

"We review the thing periodically and talk about the case and discuss new leads or places we want to go," Register said. "We’ve learned a lot about Lori and her peer group, people she knew. She had a lot of friends, a diverse groups of people, co-workers, friends and neighbors."

As far as leads or suspects, Register said the division has had several people they were curious or suspicious of during the investigation but nothing has panned out as far as developing a concrete suspect or who was responsible for her disappearing.

"It’s been long enough now that we are very concerned as to what happened to her," Register said. "There’s no secret here, we don’t feel good about it being this long and not having heard from her."

Register said Slesinski was close to her parents, spoke with her mother often, and stayed in contact with family and friends. The investigator in charge of the case has been in contact with Slesinski’s mother on and off throughout the last year.

"It is nowhere in her character to be gone this long and not talk to her family," he said.

Police detectives have used information they viewed in e-mails, online and through her myspace.com account for evidence as well.
"Information from the computer (they confiscated) and the Internet has helped us out a lot," Register said. "The exposure of knowing, not only the direct friends, but people she has talked to over the Internet, people in other towns, it just makes it easier to reach out and get information from different people and we’ve been able to use it to our advantage."

The division has also conducted a few ground searches, from a few hundred feet to several square miles in Auburn and surrounding jurisdictions.

"Anytime we had information that seemed to be a lead we’ve gone and searched areas," Register said. "We’ve used people, motor vehicles and even teams of dogs."

She was last seen June 10, 2006, in Auburn and was reported missing June 13. But her vehicle, a blue 2005 Mazda Tribute that Slesinski had just purchased, was discovered June 14, 2006, engulfed in flames in the roadway on DeKalb Street off Opelika Road in Auburn.

Police were able to extract some evidence from the burned vehicle to submit to FBI labs for analysis, but Register said they were unable to get to the facts or determine the cause of the fire.

"We did though, have no reason to suspect Lori may have been in the vehicle at the time of the fire," he said.

What’s important to police right now is the information they can get concerning Slesinski’s whereabouts the days between when she was last seen and when her vehicle was found.

"That’s a crucial time period and we feel like there is someone who knows her whereabouts," Register said. "We do feel like there are possibly people who have more knowledge than they’ve shared with us and what we would do is urge those persons or person to come forward.

"There may be someone we aren’t aware of that was on the outskirts of the group of friends who may not come forward because they don’t want to get involved. Put personal feelings aside and come forward and let us know."

Anyone who may have seen Slesinski recently, spotted her cars days before it was found on fire, or who may have been in contact with the 25-year-old is urged to contact police by calling the Auburn tip line, 501-7337; Auburn detectives, 501-3141; or the Lee County Crime Stoppers, 1-888-522-7847.

[cog1]

Thanks KittyMom! I have invited Steven as well. I also invited 'Amber4Christ' who posted a comment on Rick's Livejournal regarding Lori.

I hope they can maybe shed some more light on her Saturday habits. Or maybe you already know. This case is new to me. What was she shopping for? I know it was said she was going to the grocery store. Was this the norm for her on a Saturday? Was she planning on cooking for someone that ngiht? Did she normally shop weekends or go after work durning the week so her weekends were free?

[KittyMom]

Thanks KittyMom! I have invited Steven as well. I also invited 'Amber4Christ' who posted a comment on Rick's Livejournal regarding Lori.

lol We've probably been contacting the same people. I've tried to hit all her myspace friends.

[cog1]

Lori Ann was last seen on Saturday the 10th of June and her car was found burning Wednesday morning the 14th of June.

That is a very odd day to dispose of a vehicle. At that hour in the morning, I am assuming the car was dumped and set ablaze early enough to allow the person to get back home and shower, etc. prior to going to work or school. Seems a person with some sort of schedule to follow.

I don't know just thinking out loud!

[Pauli]

lol We've probably been contacting the same people. I've tried to hit all her myspace friends.

I have been emailing with her friend Carissa a bit.. I am hoping she will come here. She had some really great things to say about Lori. They were friends in college, had a lot of classes together, did things together.

[johncoolio]

Hello, my name is John. I saw read this whole thread about Lori just now and decided to join. I used to know her, sorta. We had met online through Yahoo, but we never met in person. I remember she used to be a really nice girl who at the time had a bf who never treated her right. This is her yahoo member profile, the police should use this and try to backtrack any conversions she had with anyone else on it because she was on it like all the time. http://profiles.yahoo.com/princessofangels99

I think the description on the site about the relationship between her and her bf says it all. I hope they interrogated this guy very well. A lot of information could potentially be found through him.

[Roamer]

from the link given above:


Nickname: Loreal Location: Auburn, Alabama Age: 22 Marital Status: Single, Not Looking Sex: Female Occupation: College Student ADVERTISEMENT

More About Me
Hobbies: I like to hang out with my REAL friends and have fun! I love to meet new people! Im also into: partying, photography, all types of music, dancing, watching movies, mixing drinks, creative things, etc.
Latest News: AUBURN is totally killing me this year! I hate college! I hate men...Stephen you are a BASTARD! All my news is bad news...Im bitter!


Favorite Quote: “No man or woman is worth your tears, and the one who is, wont make you cry.”

[cog1]

Hello, my name is John. I saw read this whole thread about Lori just now and decided to join. I used to know her, sorta. We had met online through Yahoo, but we never met in person. I remember she used to be a really nice girl who at the time had a bf who never treated her right. This is her yahoo member profile, the police should use this and try to backtrack any conversions she had with anyone else on it because she was on it like all the time. http://profiles.yahoo.com/princessofangels99

I think the description on the site about the relationship between her and her bf says it all. I hope they interrogated this guy very well. A lot of information could potentially be found through him.


Hi John,
I'm new at this site so the others will be more up to date with Lori's case. When did you post and chat with Lori on yahoo? She sounded like she was really trying so hard in life and hitting some road blocks. Sounds like a very sweet girl. Did the police ever contact you about your conversations with Lori? Did you share your feelings regarding the bf Stephen?

Glad you joined in!!

[Pauli]

Hello, my name is John. I saw read this whole thread about Lori just now and decided to join. I used to know her, sorta. We had met online through Yahoo, but we never met in person. I remember she used to be a really nice girl who at the time had a bf who never treated her right. This is her yahoo member profile, the police should use this and try to backtrack any conversions she had with anyone else on it because she was on it like all the time. http://profiles.yahoo.com/princessofangels99

I think the description on the site about the relationship between her and her bf says it all. I hope they interrogated this guy very well. A lot of information could potentially be found through him.

Hello john and welcome to the board. We are really glad to have people that know Lori here. You never know what little piece of information you may have that will help in finding her.

[johncoolio]

We talked here and there on Yahoo messenger a while back. I vaguely remember talking to her. I remember that she was the president of UPC at Auburn at the time. I remember she would talk about having problems with her relationship. I tried to be there for her and talk about positive stuff like that she had so many friends around her and she'd talk about her dog p-nut a lot, how much she loved him. She had mentioned she was originally from NY? I really wish I knew her more so I could help with this case. I had stopped talking to her for several months if not a year before she became missing. I remember walking downtown and I saw a posted picture on a door with her face and all and I was completely in shock. It felt so close to home that I had kinda knew her, but didn't really know her that well. She would talk mostly about classes or her bf. We never really talked about day to day stuff. We had almost met one time, but we never did. She wasn't a stranger to the internet and she knew so many people (internet and upc). That's the scary part is there's so many variables to this case. The only person who I could suspect would be her bf. She never mentioned anyone else or about dating anyone else. The last time we talked was right after she graduated.

[Grande]

Very interesting.

Thanks for your participation John, it's nice to know there are others out there advocating for Lori's safe return and/or justice for Lori whichever the case may be.

[KittyMom]

John,

Welcome to the board. Thanks for sharing what you know.

Did Lori live with her ex bf?

[KittyMom]

hmmm...I was really hoping that all the new media attention to Lauren Burk's case would bring some attention to Lori's. It's just soooooo slow on this thread. Sad.

[johncoolio]

I don't think she lived with him. I don't recall her mentioning living with him.

[Grande]

Steven Winslett, someone Lori Ann Slesinski befriended about two years before she disappeared, said he prays every day that she’ll return home safely.

"I hope to God, I pray all the time, that she possibly, might have just gotten tired of stuff, but I don’t know ... I pray that every day that she might have just said, ‘I hate my job, I hate things and I can’t take it anymore,’ " he said.

But Winslett doesn’t believe Lori would just up and leave without her puppy Peanut. The Friday night before Lori disappeared he said they were supposed to go see The Velcro Pygmies perform.

"I called her pretty late that night to see if she was going to go, but she never answered," he said. "She didn’t really go out that much though."

Winslett described his friend as a loving and encouraging person who loved sports, movies, video games, walking and riding bikes.

Indirect link: http://www.crimeandjustice.us/forums/lofiversion/index.php?t8771.html
(original source - Page not found)

[AuburnFan1]

http://s13.invisionfree.com/PorchlightUSA/ar/t4436.htm
This has many of the articles published concerning Lori missing.

[Grande]

Thanks AuburnFan1, glad to have your input!

[Roenick]

So my understanding is that there is a Steven who was a friend of Lori's and had plans to go out with Lori the previous night. Then there is also a Stephen, whom Lori dated years before.

http://proxy.espn.go.com/outdoors/bassmaster/media/tournament?tournamentId=944


I was going to ask if they were the same. It'll be easy to tell them apart since they're spelled differently.

[KittyMom]

So where is Stephen the ex bf?

[somaweary]

To continue where I left off...

Lori and I never dated, although when I originally met her at Jarrod's those were my intentions. My exgirlfriend and I decided to get back together shortly thereafter though, so our friendship developed along platonic lines. A month or two before she disappeared, I did write her a letter asking if she would consider dating me. I remember when I gave her the letter she was really annoyed. It sort of suprised me because I guess it was the one reaction I never suspected. She asked me why I had given her the letter sooner. Then we sat on her poach and she explained why it was better if we left things the way they were, and we never talked about the letter again.

The police did ask how she and I met, so they know about Jarrod.

Steven Winslett was Lori's boyfriend that everyone keeps talking of, I misspelled his name earlier. He's the only guy she dated the whole time we were friends. She did not live with him. She lived in a trailer by herself in Ridgewood Village. It's an extremely large trailer complex (maybe 300-400 trailers?) all full of college students. I lived there for a while with my girlfriend. We would brag that you could drive through it on any night of the week and find a keg party somewhere.

I remember the police telling me they had interrogated Steven, and I imagine that he underwent quite a bit of scrutiny.

Lori loved to chat on yahoo. She and I talked on it all the time. She also logged every single one of her chats automatically, so the police have all those. I was just thinking though, Lori had just gotten a new computer. I can't remember what we did with the old one. I told her to throw it away, and I can remember her making me move it around a couple of times in and out of the closet because it was always in the way. She had wanted to sell it, but it was such an old piece of junk...

[KittyMom]

I was looking for info on Lauren Burk and decided to see exactly what AU has on their site about Lori. This is what I found thru a simple search.

http://www.auburn.edu/psychology/gs/current/clinical/documents/Publications.pdf

Bryant, Z, Ambrose, C., Smith, A., Bates, B., Slesinski, L., & Correia, C.J. (March, 2004).
Contingency management to reduce cigarette smoking among college students. Paper
presented at the annual University of Alabama Birmingham Undergraduate Research
Conference, Birmingham, AL.

How sad. Lori should get some type of plea for help.

[KittyMom]

This is a cool feature.
http://www.auburn.edu/oit/ldaperrortest.php?errQ=lori%20slesinski

[KittyMom]

Somaweary,

what is Jarrod's last name and was he a student at Auburn?

[Grande]

Somawaery, Have you or anyone you know, been asked to submit to a polygraph test? Have you offered?

Thanks in advance!

[Grande]

From Lori's Yahoo profile; (LAST UPDATED - Last Update: 12/03/2003)

http://i28.tinypic.com/iv8izb.jpg

Keep in mind that was posted 2 and a half years prior to her disappearance.

http://profiles.yahoo.com/princessofangels99

[KittyMom]

From Lori's Yahoo profile; (LAST UPDATED - Last Update: 12/03/2003)

http://i28.tinypic.com/iv8izb.jpg

Keep in mind that was posted 2 and a half years prior to her disappearance.

http://profiles.yahoo.com/princessofangels99


hmmm...so she dated someone else named Stephen that seems to have really upset her. Poor girl.

[Roenick]

That would have been posted in her sophomore year...? (I'm bad at math in school years)

That's a rough year to get through, specially if you're having guy troubles.

[Grande]

Not sure at this point KittyMom.

[KittyMom]

That would have been posted in her sophomore year...? (I'm bad at math in school years)

That's a rough year to get through, specially if you're having guy troubles.

You are so right. Got to really get serious about your major. And the guy stuff can just wreck a grade point average.

[phishininau]

I grew up in Auburn, and earned degrees from Auburn University in 1999 and 2004. My family still lives there, and my sister is raising her children in Auburn. Being deeply rooted in that quaint town, I am extremely troubled by the four recent cases that have drawn regional/national attention.

I did not know Lori Slesinski, not any of her friends. I know all too well the landmarks that have been mentioned in many of these posts.

The Auburn Bowl is on Opelika Rd, with Dekalb St immediately to its west. Adjacent to Dekalb is a new housing development that replaced a trailer park that was pretty shady on its good days. Ridgewood Village was as Rick described it...nice little partying hovel.

I wish I had some information to impart, but I fear that I do not. If there are any questions that I can answer regarding the town or local logistics, I will be more than happy to comply.

I did have a thought a few moments ago, and I am sure it is completely impossible. The man that was arrested for the murder of Amanda Burk - his name is Lockhart - was a veteran of Iraq. It appears that he returned from Iraq around 2005. I am not certain where he went from there, but he is from the Auburn/Opelika area. If he would have received mental health assistance, it more than likely would have been through East Alabama Mental Health. I wonder if he and Miss Slesinski crossed paths. The abandonment and arson of the vehicle in Burks case was eerily similar to that of Slesinski.

As an aside: Why in the world people continue to frequent Sky Bar is beyond me. That place oozes of GHB. It is extremely seedy/shady, and has been for over 15 years, in spite of how frequently they change the name.

[Pauli]

Welcome to the board phishininau... I'm glad you could give us an idea of what the area is like.

[phishininau]

Thanks! It really is a great town, and a wonderful place to raise a family. Not a great bar scene, but that doesnt matter except to the 25K students that call Auburn home. Auburn City Schools are among the nation's best public systems. The Auburn/Opelika area was also recently listed as the 4th fastest growing area in the country.

[Pauli]

I live just over the line in TN, have been to Auburn quite a bit. It's a great area, I enjoy going there. I have several friends that graduated AU Vet School, which is where I should have gone. I ended up going to MSU..

[Auburnmommyof2]

I found this forum from a link posted on our local newspaper's website. Thank you so much to all of you for your interest and persistance in this case. I live in Auburn very close to the location where Lori's car was found. I did not know Lori but this case, and the fact that it is unsolved, has really bothered me. Just to give you some insight on the area where her car was found......the student development located on Dekalb was in the early construction phase at the time Lori's car was found. The old trailer park had been demolished and they were doing all the site prep work for the new development. My husband and I could hear the equipment running late into the night during this process. One night, the noise was driving us crazy so we rode until we located the equipment. They were out working off Dekalb and the noise was coming from a chipping maching (i guess thats what they're called). I do not remember for sure but I think that was just days or weeks prior to Lori's car being found there. I look on the OAnews website daily and was scared to death when I heard about her car being found so close (I can see the roof tops of the new development from my front porch). There are woods, a creek, and an open field type area between Tullahoma and the back end of the new student housing off Dekalb.
As far as local LE and the handling of Lori's case: I have always felt like enough wasn't done. Sometime during the week after Lori's car was found there were helicopters flying very very low overhead. The reports said they were looking for areas where the earth had been moved (possibly a grave?). I have never understood why they haven't looked at more video footage from local business, maybe they have? There is the bowling ally, Touchdowns, a car lot, storage units, gas stations and countless other businesses that could provide tons of information. There is bound to be a camera within a short distance from Dekalb that would have recorded her car that night.
Anyway, I'm so glad that attention is surfacing again about Lori's case. Sometimes it seems as though our local LE doesn't seem to have a clue.
I'm more than willing to answer any questions about the Auburn area and hopefully we can bring this case to an end.

[packy]

Hi, Auburnmommyof2, and welcome to the board.

Was that usual for equipment to be running late into the night? I'd think they would have a decent cut-off time out of respect for the people in the area.

It was said somewhere that she intended to go to the store I believe. I wonder how many neighbors were questioned as to whether they had seen her coming or going. It would be interesting to see police notes about what anyone said if there were any taken that is. Sometimes the least little remark has great significance.

[KittyMom]

:happy0207: Welcome phishininau and Auburnmommyof2,

Thanks for the info on the local area. It does help to know the area and what might've been happening during the time that Lori was missing prior to her mom filing mpr.

I wonder if dogs were used to search the area where her auto was found. I've not read anything about that that I can recall. :waitasec:

[KittyMom]

I grew up in Auburn, and earned degrees from Auburn University in 1999 and 2004. My family still lives there, and my sister is raising her children in Auburn. Being deeply rooted in that quaint town, I am extremely troubled by the four recent cases that have drawn regional/national attention.

I did not know Lori Slesinski, not any of her friends. I know all too well the landmarks that have been mentioned in many of these posts.

The Auburn Bowl is on Opelika Rd, with Dekalb St immediately to its west. Adjacent to Dekalb is a new housing development that replaced a trailer park that was pretty shady on its good days. Ridgewood Village was as Rick described it...nice little partying hovel.

I wish I had some information to impart, but I fear that I do not. If there are any questions that I can answer regarding the town or local logistics, I will be more than happy to comply.

I did have a thought a few moments ago, and I am sure it is completely impossible. The man that was arrested for the murder of Amanda Burk - his name is Lockhart - was a veteran of Iraq. It appears that he returned from Iraq around 2005. I am not certain where he went from there, but he is from the Auburn/Opelika area. If he would have received mental health assistance, it more than likely would have been through East Alabama Mental Health. I wonder if he and Miss Slesinski crossed paths. The abandonment and arson of the vehicle in Burks case was eerily similar to that of Slesinski.

As an aside: Why in the world people continue to frequent Sky Bar is beyond me. That place oozes of GHB. It is extremely seedy/shady, and has been for over 15 years, in spite of how frequently they change the name.

http://www.crimeandjustice.us/forums/lofiversion/index.php?t8771.html
http://www.oanow.com/servlet/Satellite?pagename=OAN/MGArticle/OAN_BasicArticle&c=MGArticle&cid=1149188667179&path=!news!localnews
East Alabama Mental Heath Executive Director Dr. Anne Penney said co-workers and the clients Slesinski worked with are very concerned. Slesinski worked in the Adult Day Services Program.


Would Lockhart have participated in Adult Day Services? I'm not sure what those services would be, but I'm thinking programs for the elderly and those with illnesses that would prevent them from maintaining employment.

[Grande]

Thanks! It really is a great town, and a wonderful place to raise a family. Not a great bar scene, but that doesnt matter except to the 25K students that call Auburn home. Auburn City Schools are among the nation's best public systems. The Auburn/Opelika area was also recently listed as the 4th fastest growing area in the country.

By all appearances it's a beatiful area. I lived in Birmingham for awhile, never did have the opportunity to visit Auburn.

We are genuinely thrilled to have your input. I'm sure the same goes for Lori's family. The more awareness the better, perhaps at some point they will have the closure they so desire.

My thoughts are with Lori's friends and family and the entire community.

:1222423:

[Grande]

WELCOME AuburnMommyof2! Wow, I'm sure this has been a troubling experience for you living within close proximatey to where her vehicle was found. Is there a chance you could provide some pictures at some point of that area. Do you know if a grid search was done on the woods and the surrounding area? Thank you so much for your input. We are bound and determined to make certain this case get's the attention it deserves. With your help and the help of the local community there's no doubt in my mind we can make that happen, and perhaps even help facilitate closure for Lori's family.

[cog1]

Morning All,
Welcome to all the locals who are helping to bring awareness to Lori Ann.

I thought the two Steve's were different because of the spelling but maybe not? Grande, didn't you invite Steven W. here? Have you gotten a reply yet?

I did notice on one of the news articles it was said that dogs were used but I am not sure where or how.

I also wondered if the POI in the Burk case had any bearing on Lori Ann's disapperence. The timeline would fit.

[packy]

Thanks! It really is a great town, and a wonderful place to raise a family. Not a great bar scene, but that doesnt matter except to the 25K students that call Auburn home. Auburn City Schools are among the nation's best public systems. The Auburn/Opelika area was also recently listed as the 4th fastest growing area in the country.

Hi and welcome, Phishininau. All things to be considered, and it is something to think about whether Lockhart could have had some connection to Lori.

[Grande]

Amber4Christ, I have been waiting for you to join us, I'm glad you made it. I created an account on LJ just so I could get in touch with you. Can you give us a little background on how you know Lori and how you had the pleasure of meeting our good friend Rick? Thank you!

[cog1]

Amber4Christ,
Do you know where the railroad tracks are in relation to where Lori's car was found? Are there tracks close to her house?

Does anyone know where the dogs searched? Was in just in the area the car was found or near her home?

Can someone organize a search to look for her near the tracks?

[KittyMom]

http://media.gatewayal.com/oan/lockhart/us_v_Lockhart.pdf

According to the report released by the military, there is no way Courtney Lockhart has any ties to Lori's case. He was in military custody at the time that Lori disappeared.

[cog1]

http://media.gatewayal.com/oan/lockhart/us_v_Lockhart.pdf

According to the report released by the military, there is no way Courtney Lockhart has any ties to Lori's case. He was in military custody at the time that Lori disappeared.


Thank you KittyMom this is good to know.

[Grande]

<Snip>

"Lori loved to chat on yahoo. She and I talked on it all the time. She also logged every single one of her chats automatically, so the police have all those. I was just thinking though, Lori had just gotten a new computer. I can't remember what we did with the old one. I told her to throw it away, and I can remember her making me move it around a couple of times in and out of the closet because it was always in the way. She had wanted to sell it, but it was such an old piece of junk.."

Source: http://helpfindthemissing.org/forum/showthread.php?t=3194&page=7

Somaweary, the bolded text sounds like a recent revelation. Did you share that new revelation with LE? They might be interested in knowing that you may have disposed of Lori's PC with relevant information.

[Auburnmommyof2]

Thank you for the welcome. At that time, yes, it was common for them to be running equipment late at night. They had lights out there set up to work at night. I'm not sure how they got away with that. The site borders residential and commercial properties. I guess no one complained enough. I am not aware of them searching the area with dogs. Thats not to say they didn't. However, I feel like if they had, we would have seen them in the creek area adjacent to the development which is also behind the houses of our neighbors across the street. Our cat was missing about a month ago and I eventually found him on the back side of the new development. I thought about Lori the whole time I was chasing him around that area. I think he had gone across our street, across the creek and field, through some woods to get over there. So its pretty close to us. Does anyone remember if construction was haulted to search the area? I'll see if I can find out what complany it was doing the work. I think LE should have cleared everyone from that area to do a thorough search. I don't think they did though. To answer about the railroad tracks. They run across Opelika Rd from the bowling ally (Dekalb) all the way out hwy 14. Webster road (the road Lori's trailer park is on) actually crosses the tracks at hwy 14. I thought I had heard that she went to the Auburn Kroger. If this is true, it is very close to Dekalb. I also wanted to mention that at the time, Dekalb was a dead end. Now, you turn left into the new student development. Dekalb also runs into Tacoma. There are actually two Dekalbs but they are planning a new apartment complex at the end of Dekalb (where Lori's car was found). This complex will connect the two Dekalbs. I hope that makes sense. Someone could have easily parked at the dead end of the Dekalb off Tacoma and returned to their car after they left Lori's car. I would be happy to provide photos of the area. I will be going to Atlanta today and will not be back until Friday. So it will be the weekend before I could get photos to post. The airial shots of the area are out of date. The city of Auburn website says they are working on updating them. Who knows when??
I'm going to go for now. I look forward to working with you all to help bring this case to a close.

[johncoolio]

Yeah, I really don't think there's any connection with Courtney Lockhart and the Lori case. He actually went to school in Smiths, which is in Lee County at well, but not Auburn/Opelika. He did have some mental issues though, obviously. The guy was disobedient in HS and was dishonorably discharged from the army for hitting a sargent, that says it all. http://www.ledger-enquirer.com/news/story/268020.html

[somaweary]

Well, I think your a nut case amber4christ, and I don't really care what you have to say anymore. As for telling the police where to search or where I think they should go, there's really nothing more I can share with them than I already have.

The train tracks in Auburn run down Hwy 14. The house I rented were directly next to the tracks. If you know where The Highland's is, I stayed in the second house on Emily Ave directly behind it. The Highlands, coincidently, are owned by the same people who own the Skybar. If you were to turn onto Webster Rd from Wire Rd and go all the way down Webster Rd., you would have to cross the tracks right at the end of the street.

There was another Steven, now that I think about it. I had forgotten about him.... he lived with Lori for about two years in her trailer @ Ridgewood. She dumped him, I think, because he cheated on her with a German girl he met on the internet. I know that he'd contacted her at some point after she and I met, and she'd hung out with him, but she'd decided not to see him after. I think he contacted her through yahoo, so imagine the police probably talked with him.

Lori got her new computer shortly after xmas. Her new one sat in her spare bedroom for months and she asked both me and her friend John what she should do with. I didn't dispose of it personally and I'm not sure what happened to it.

As for "watching" Dekalb road, I smoke cigarettes. When I worked at the bowling alley, I had to go out back when I wanted to smoke. The back of the bowling offers a wonderful landscape that shows the back of an apartment complex, a broke down tennis court, and a partial view of Dekalb Rd.

[Grande]

AuburnMommyof2, JohnCoolio & Somaweary, thank you all for the input. Worst case scenario here, we have created some additional awareness on behalf of Lori's family. Perhaps that will result in a new lead.

AubrunMommyof2,
I appreciate you offering to take the photos, that will be a nice addition.

Somaweary,
Were you ever asked to submit to a polygraph test?

JohnCoolio,
I agree with regards to Lockhart. Timeline doesn't fit.

[somaweary]

They never asked me to take a polygraph test.

[Pauli]

They never asked me to take a polygraph test.

To me that would say that you were not really a suspect to them then.

[Amber4Christ]

They focused all their attention on "YOU", but never asked you to take a polygraph test? Not even with all the suspicion and doubts? What's wrong with that picture!?

[Polkadottie]

Hi all. My name is Carissa. I was one of Lori's friends during college. We both double majored in psychology and criminology at Auburn and were in UPC and a bunch of other clubs on campus.

I set up two groups dedicated to searching for Lori today on Myspace and Facebook if anyone would like to join.

http://groups.myspace.com/searchforlorislesinski

http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=23580805330

I'm sick of nothing being done. It's been so long and everyone deserves answers.

I've invited my friend, Lindsay, to check out this board. Lindsay, Lori and I had several classes together and I know that Lori and Lindsay became good friends. Hopefully she will be on here soon too.

[KittyMom]

They never asked me to take a polygraph test.

Do you know if anyone else in Lori's life was asked to take a poly?

It seems that Lori had many male friends, did she have any female friends that she was close to?

[KittyMom]

Hi all. My name is Carissa. I was one of Lori's friends during college. We both double majored in psychology and criminology at Auburn and were in UPC and a bunch of other clubs on campus.

I set up two groups dedicated to searching for Lori today on Myspace and Facebook if anyone would like to join.

http://groups.myspace.com/searchforlorislesinski

http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=23580805330

I'm sick of nothing being done. It's been so long and everyone deserves answers.

I've invited my friend, Lindsay, to check out this board. Lindsay, Lori and I had several classes together and I know that Lori and Lindsay became good friends. Hopefully she will be on here soon too.


Hi! :happy0207: I'm so glad you joined. You just answered my question to somaweary.

Lori was very involved in UA clubs. Do you know if they ever put a flyer for her up on their website?

[Pauli]

Welcome to the board Carissa.. I think the more people we can get here that knows Lori will be a great help. You never know what some little thing you remember could help in locating her, that's what our main objective is.

[KittyMom]

Are there any large bodies of water in the Auburn area - especially in the area of Lori's apt?

[Kami]

Wasn't there a pond near by in one of the maps Grande posted?

[Polkadottie]

I graduated from Auburn in May '04 and was back living in Florida by the time Lori disappeared. So I don't know if any of the clubs put up any flyers or anything for her.

There are no large bodies of water in Auburn. I've never been there, but I know Lake Martin isn't too far of a drive.

[johncoolio]

There really aren't any lakes in Auburn that I'm aware of. If I thought her body would be anywhere I would think it would be out towards keisal park down south of Auburn. There's so much land out there and trees and stuff, no one really lives out that way.

[Polkadottie]

I agree. My ex-boyfriend used to live out that way and there's NOTHING out there.

[KittyMom]

One of her new friends had posted about maybe seeing her at Keisal. I also remember reading that she biked and skated. Maybe that park is where she would've done those activities.

Polkadottie,
Do you know what Lori's job duties were? I've read that she worked with the Adult Day Services. Would that have been like day care for elderly clients?

[KittyMom]

http://209.85.207.104/search?q=cache:GnaMfl02I94J:tidedruid.wordpress.co m/2007/06/27/+%22The+Highlands%22+%22Skybar%22+Auburn&hl=en&ct=clnk&cd=7&gl=us

Formerly a restaurant called The Hungry Hunter, The Highlands is now one of the largest bars in town. This place doesn’t have as much of a college atmosphere as other bars in town, but it still does pretty well. They provide live music and are located on Opelika Highway between Dean Road and Shug Jordan Parkway.

Also under the same ownership as The Highlands, SkyBar Cafe is a fairly new and popular spot. The bar attracts the younger crowd, although older students enjoy it as well. They also provide live music and are located on Magnolia near College Street in downtown Auburn.

Many consider The War Eagle Supper Club to be an Auburn classic. Supper Club is a different kind of place. It draws all crowds and all ages, and is unrivaled for great live music. Supper Club is a “private” bar, so you’ll have to wait in line for a membership card on your first visit. However, that membership gives you the ability to drink until 4am, so often the crowd shows up around 2am, when the downtown bars shut down. I’m guessing that this place is pretty big on the Auburn Tigers based on their names.



I've seen these bars talked about.

[Roenick]

:shock:
I left for lunch and came back to a bunch of new friends of Lori. :francis:


It's good that you all can paint a picture for us of what the area looks like.

[phishininau]

Quote from Amber4Christ: " I believe you were afraid she was going to tell something, you took her somewhere near a railroad track and tall weeds and you strangled her and stold her car! "

Oddly enough, there are railroad tracks right across the main road from the bowling alley in Auburn - they run perpendicular to Dekalb St. A person working at the bowling alley would look at them every time they went out the front door.

[johncoolio]

I would be really surprised if her body's till in Auburn if she is in fact dead. The town is pretty small and someone would of found her somehow by now, whether they were looking or not. If she's in Auburn, like I said the best bet would be south of Auburn or north of Auburn more toward 280. Unfortunately there's too many places she could be.

[Pauli]

john are you from Auburn too?

[johncoolio]

Originally, yes. I live in Florida now though. I was in Auburn for about 5 years for undergrad and grad school.

[KittyMom]

AMF Auburn Bowling Center
719 Opelika Rd
Auburn, AL 36830

http://i27.tinypic.com/s4tfgg.jpg

this is a map that Grande found. I'm confused as to where the rails are.

[KittyMom]

http://www.thehighlandsbar.com/Site/Home.htm

[johncoolio]

I believe the railroad tracks are right south of opelika road, in parallel to opelika road. The kinda gray line running parallel, intersecting dean, basically across the street from AMF.

[Grande]

They never asked me to take a polygraph test.

Thanks Soma.

[phishininau]

Yes, the RR tracks are the light gray parallel route just to the south of Opelika Rd. The house on Emily he is talking about is RIGHT beside the RR tracks. It is a pretty unkempt area too - lots of tall grass, as I remember it.

The Highlands might be more shady than Skybar

[somaweary]

Guess what else, Rick! You are as guilty as sin of knowing where Lori is and what happened to her! Want to know how I know? And I have informed LE Of this!

I contacted a psychic after having some weird, psychic experiences of my own, and she confirmed, without any knowledge of my own personal exeperiences, what I already felt in my heart -- and mind!

This is why we're discussing train tracks.

[KittyMom]

This is why we're discussing train tracks.

Actually, we were discussing the area and I didn't see rails on the map. I don't personally believe in psychics.

[Amber4Christ]

You are so right. Got to really get serious about your major. And the guy stuff can just wreck a grade point average.
Hmmmph! "Love Drama" can wreck a lot of things, but that's for another board, i'm sure :)

[Amber4Christ]

This is why we're discussing train tracks.
Duh! Yeah, Rick! This is why 'we' are discussing railroad tracks! Lucky for you, I don't believe in psychics either. Most of what I believe about you is based on your background and evil demeanor/eyes in your picture. But that's neither here nor there. I am possibly wrong about you, but I am not going to rule you out. As for the nut case comment ----- hmmmmmph! Puhleeez!

[Amber4Christ]

[B]One more thing, Rick. What did you do when you were 12? Would it have anything to do with hurting another friend? A female perhaps?

www.myspace.com/lorislesinskimemorial

This is a page set up to remember her by, so that people will not forget about her, and we can hopefully find out where she is and bring her home. I pray to God she is alive and well, but as a detective told me -- after this long, it's not very likely :(

[Amber4Christ]

Truth be known, SomaWeary, I was trying to get a rise out of you, that's all. You probably didn't do anything at all, just tried to be a friend to that girl :( I just wish we all knew where she is and if she is okay.

Just curious though. Why do you have the name Soma? Isn't that a drug for depression or something?

[Amber4Christ]

Off the puter and off to bed, I've just been given the orders. *smiles* Good night everyone. See you all later ...

[KittyMom]

[B]One more thing, Rick. What did you do when you were 12? Would it have anything to do with hurting another friend? A female perhaps?

www.myspace.com/lorislesinskimemorial

This is a page set up to remember her by, so that people will not forget about her, and we can hopefully find out where she is and bring her home. I pray to God she is alive and well, but as a detective told me -- after this long, it's not very likely :(

Nice site amber4christ.

Lori's college friend posted a myspace group for Lori yesterday. You should add it to your site.

[KittyMom]

Don't forget to add this site....

http://www.myspace.com/hftm

[KittyMom]

I've just posted a bulletin for Lori. Maybe you "Bama folks can repost and get it circulating around the Auburn area.

[Polkadottie]

I believe the year of her Yahoo profile is actually probably her Sr. Year at Auburn (Dec '03). I graduated in May '04 with a double major (like Lori) but I think it just took her a little longer and that she graduated as a 4.5 or 5th year Senior.

As far as Lori's job duties at work, I really don't know about that. We spoke a couple of times on the phone & through emails after graduation but I really don't remember any specifics of her job other than that she was unhappy and frustrated about not being able to get a better job with her 2 degrees.

[KittyMom]

Polkadottie,

Did you know Lori's ex Stephen/Steven? Do you know his last name and where he might be now?

[KittyMom]

I was so hoping that someone in the media would give Lori some coverage.

[Roenick]

I was so hoping that someone in the media would give Lori some coverage.

If we had a station there, we would do it. Want me to find some of the local radio stations that may run a PSA ? You can write one up and send them out.

[Polkadottie]

I don't remember if she ever said his last name. I do remember her talking about him and how I remember thinking that she was too good for him. He seemed to me like a mooch and that he didn't have a lot of motivation from what I remember Lori saying.

[somaweary]

The tiger is Auburn's most listened to station. If you're sending in a PSA they're the ones who would be most sympathetic to playing it.

[Roenick]

Thanks Soma. I found the contact info.

[Amber4Christ]

http://www.oanow.com/oan/news/local/article/auburn_death_under_investigation/7441/I honestly have to say, there was someone on a backhoe the day my sister and I rode through there, we were curious to see where her car was found ---- the guy on the backhoe was really hateful, he gave us a dirty look -- we passed it off that he was just your (sometimes) typical a*sy construction worker-type (yeah, stereotyping) --- but I do NOT believe it was a construction worker.

Also, I think 'someone' would LOVE for all of us to believe this Steven or Stephen guy knows what happened to Lori, but I am NOT buying that crap for one second! NADA chance! Too many particulars in this case point to ONE person, and I am CONVINCED of that! No further comment!

:missing:

[Amber4Christ]

OH, SNAP! ONE MORE THING LOL! At the time Lori disappeared, the Highlands used to pack a huge crowd. I had only been dating my boyfriend for about a year or so, I had never even been to the Auburn area before he and I met, and I was 'joy riding' one night - on my way home from his house - and I noticed there were girls and guys running all out in to the street (like idiots), and this was around the same time Lori, urrr-ummmmm, 'vanished'...and they were crossing the street in traffic - coming out of that rat hole of a bar! They should rename it, the "Waste Lands"! And yeah, there are some seedy characters who live nearby there! VERY SEEDY!

[Grande]

The tiger is Auburn's most listened to station. If you're sending in a PSA they're the ones who would be most sympathetic to playing it.

Thanks.

Do you know if it was normal for Lori to leave her residence unlocked?

What was your means of transportation that day? How did you get to and from her house?

TIA

[KittyMom]

Grande,

I think your wasting your time. Either somaweary is an attention seeking troll or is too chicken to answer any real questions. We've all seen cases where some wacko tries to insert himself in a case just to impress LE with how much they think they know. :rolleye0001:

[Grande]

Yea Kitty you might be right. I was banking on the fact that Somaweary had a heart and would be thrilled to help us bring some closure given the speculation that surrounds him.

[Grande]

For Lori's friends and family :1222423:

[Grande]

If ANYONE has information regarding Lori Slesinski's disappearance please contact Auburn PD or the Lee County SD. You can also send me a private message or via the 'contact us' link at the bottom of this page. I am particularly interested in hearing from anyone that can tell me more about Lori's associates. I understand there is much more to this story than has been told.

Thanks in advance! PLEASE HELP US BRING CLOSURE FOR EVERYONE INVOLVED.

[Grande]

Somaweary,

How did you get to Lori's that Saturday? What time did you arrive and what time was it when you and Lori left in seperate directions? I have been told by numerous people that leaving her door unlocked was totally out of character. Was she in a hurry that night that would have caused her to forget to lock her door? Lastly, did/do you know Maria, Lori's friend?

[packy]

If she did go somewhere, store or otherwise, and was carrying stuff in, could someone have followed her into her place? That could explain an unlocked door.

[Grande]

If she did go somewhere, store or otherwise, and was carrying stuff in, could someone have followed her into her place? That could explain an unlocked door.

She hadn't gone to the store yet. It's still unknown as to whether she made it there or not, but her door was left unlocked when her and Rick left.

[Pauli]

I believe it had been said that there were no grocery bags at her house either to show she had been shopping.

[Grande]

The door being unlocked suggests to me she may have been abducted from her home. Steve Winslett claims she would have NEVER ever left without locking her door first. He also felt it was out of character for Peanut to have been caged up. Lori typically left her dog out if she was going to be gone for any period of time.

FWIW, Steve Winslett is a very nice man. He is NOT the same Steve Winslett that was in Georgia on June 11, 2006. It has come to our attention that there are 2 Steve Winslett's in Opelika, AL. I be speaking with Steve often in the future. Like us, he is genuinely concerned for Lori's well being. He thinks of her often and hopes to have closure in the very near future. If there is anything you can do to help facilitate that please contact LE.

[Grande]

Somaweary, did you tell LE what Lori's intentions were that night. Do they know if she made it to the store, or is that information based on what Lori told you?

[KittyMom]

Why oh why is somaweary ignoring you G? I know he's logged on and watching. Was I correct about the attention-seeking troll...or are you asking questions he's afraid to answer. hmmmmmmm

[AU_Grad]

Hello all,
I found this thread while reading/researching Lauren Burk's murder. I didn't know Lori, but have followed her disappearance. I am a graduate of Auburn University and live in the vacinity.

There is another webpage following this case with some rather interesting information that I thought you all might want to be aware of....

************
http://www.truecrimeweblog.com/2008/03/lori-slesinski-and-lauren-burk-is-there.html
************
Big news-The information at www.helpfindthemissing.com is just AWESOME! I just can't figure out how to post a comment on there-I'm new at all this. Grande-you need to know some new info-Rick supposedly purchased Lori's old car from her!!! He hasn't mentioned that in any of his posts. Also, it's very interesting that he's even (do you call this blogging?) on that site. If he is innocent of this crime (of course he is, until proven guilty) then his behavior is still suspect-it's as though he isn't telling us everything, yet he's certain we're missing pertinent information to solve the case. He's right. Rick-what are we missing? What's the link? Is is drugs? Tell us PLEASE!
Lawson | 03.14.08 - 8:46 pm

[Pauli]

Hello AU Grad, and welcome to the board :0012: I believe every little bit of information we get will be of help. Hopefully we can bring Lori home.

[Isamashii]

Hello. I don't know if this is the right way to post on here, but I will give it a shot. I recently subscribed to 'Lori's Missing" page on MySpace. I am a contact for a group of kids killed by a drunk driver, and one of the girls, mother sent me a bulletin on Lori. I subscribed to her page, then was contacted by the person running the page. I am going to assume, that the person is Amber4Christ. Anyhoo, I have a back round in Investigation. I attended school for Homeland Security and specialized in Interview and Interrogation. I have read all posts regarding this case on this site. I have also begun my own profile of the case. I have found that this, Rick aka SomaWeary, is quite the character and has out right lied on his posts on this site. He also has not been forthcoming as he so claims. I will keep investigating and any info I find will be forwarded to the lead officer in the APD. If you want to discuss this further, message me back or e-mail me at frannawan@hotmail.com.

[Roamer]

Welcome to our forum, Isamashii. It's wonderful to know so many people care about finding Lori.

[Grande]

Welcome AU Grad and Isamashii! Thanks for joining, we can certainly use your help.

I did know Rick bought Lori's car. My understanding is that he still owed her money on it when she disappeared.

In Rick's defense, he has taken the time to provide answers to essentially all of my inquiries via private message. I believe it is his obligation to help given he was the last person to be seen with her.

I'm trying to undestand the motivation behind Rick's move from Auburn only a week after Lori disappeared. It seems to me if one were concerned about their associates well being they would have stuck around to provide insight and to assist in the search and recovery process.

[Isamashii]

Well, I also find it interesting that the group of friends he keeps are all locals as well, whom knew LORI. A lot of them went to high school together. Quite he tight nit community. I am curios too, as to a few of the comments made by these friends regarding this case. My profiling of this case is growing more and more complicated, but I think I may be on to something. Anyone who wants to provide other information for my investigation please use MY e-mail...frannawan@hotmail.com. Thanks.

[Isamashii]

I would like to suggest that someone, preferably a family member also register Lori's case with the National Center for Missing Adults, register@missingadults.org , so that there is more national awareness of this case. I don't know if this is possible but it may help.

[KittyMom]

Friday, March 31, 2006

Good karma...where??

Well things were going pretty good this week! I guess right then and there I should have figured out that something major would go down. I mean I've been going to the gym, working hard, trying to do new things, about to get a new ride......just when it's getting good. Well except that I'm working during the week of Spring Break, but that's life! I had already taken Thursday and Friday off and was looking foward to a nice and long, peaceful weekend! Finally a little time to relax and get some much needed rest in. Well the cops had to go ahead and mess it all up....thanks! I guess that's one of the many reasons I never became a cop...they eventually get their God complex or go dirty. Well one of them gave me a ticket doing 84 mph in a 55mph zone! Now if you know me.....you're like Bullshit...exactly what everyone else said. I mean I don't do 84 in the Intrepid, even when I'm having my Batmobile fantasies, why would I in the van??? Especially with 9 passengers......with the Work VAN on Shug Jordan no less!! Well all I can say is that it was my twin, cause you'd never see me ever speeding that excessively. So I'm like damn...I'm getting pulled over, wonder why?? Well the officer came to my window and said 84 I was like who, what... And so I asked him, officer can you tell me where you clocked me at 84, and he jumped down my throat and said, Are you getting smart with me?? I was like crap....I better shut up and not say anything else. So I sat there...baffled and confused, knowing I was not traveling at the speed of sound in the Van. So when he returned I offered my only suggestion that, maybe the speedometer was broken, even though I know I wasn't even doing 64mph. And he said it wasn't an excuse either way! So I guess I'm going to march my butt to court and fight this one tooth and nail! I mean come on I've never had a ticket, accident, or minor traffic violation. I'm not trying to start hard core now. So we'll see what happens..... All I know is somedays you just can't win....... :o(

This is Lori's blog. I'm still curious as to her job duties. Also, I'm wondering how her superviser reacted to this situation and if Lori was reprimanded. She certainly didn't seem happy with her job, but it did seem to be more of an issue of wages.

[packy]

This is Lori's blog. I'm still curious as to her job duties. Also, I'm wondering how her superviser reacted to this situation and if Lori was reprimanded. She certainly didn't seem happy with her job, but it did seem to be more of an issue of wages.

Also that part about "about to get a new ride." I wonder if anyone came forward about that.

[Isamashii]

Is it possible for someone send me copies of all of Lori's Blogs? I am curious to what else she said in those blogs. Thanks!!

[Grande]

Her MySpace profile is posted in the first page or two of this thread. She has multiple blog entries there. The account has not been accessed since 06/10/06. It appears as it did the day she disappeared.

[KittyMom]

http://s13.invisionfree.com/PorchlightUSA/ar/t4436.htm
PorchlightUSA - June 13, 2007 09:20 PM (GMT)
http://www.timesdaily.com/apps/pbcs.dll/ar...amp;cachetime=5

Auburn police conduct ground search for missing woman

The Associated Press
Last Updated:July 12. 2006 8:58AM
Published: July 12. 2006 8:58AM

Officials say tips in the case of a missing Auburn woman lead police to conduct a ground search for her this week, but nothing was uncovered.

Captain Tom Stofer said Auburn police were following up on leads concerning Lori A. Slesinski's whereabouts when they did the search Monday.

Stofer said authorities don't want to hinder the case by releasing too much information and would not say what areas were searched.

Auburn police and F-B-I agents continue to collect information in the search for the 24-year-old who has been missing since June 10.

The woman's blue 2005 Mazda Tribute was found burning in the roadway off of Opelika Road last month, but there was no sign of her.

Auburn police are asking anyone with information to call the division's tip line at 334-501-7337, or Lee County Crime Stoppers at 888-522-7847.

This is the first I've seen of ground searches being conducted. I just hope they used dogs.

[Isamashii]

Police detectives have used information they viewed in e-mails, online and through her myspace.com account for evidence as well.

"Information from the computer (they confiscated) and the Internet has helped us out a lot," Register said. "The exposure of knowing, not only the direct friends, but people she has talked to over the Internet, people in other towns, it just makes it easier to reach out and get information from different people and we’ve been able to use it to our advantage."

The division has also conducted a few ground searches, from a few hundred feet to several square miles in Auburn and surrounding jurisdictions.

"Anytime we had information that seemed to be a lead we’ve gone and searched areas," Register said. "We’ve used people, motor vehicles and even teams of dogs."

Found this posted on Crime/Punishment by

From: SewingDeb Posted by host
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Posted: Jul 11 07 08:32 PM
Message: 13920.11 Reply to 13920.10 (11 of 21)

21 pages of Blogs re: Lori

[Auburnmommyof2]

Does anyone know what she purchased at the grocery store that night? Could she have bought stuff to cook dinner at someone else's house? Am I correct that Rick left with her when she went to the store?

[Auburnmommyof2]

Also, those of you who knew Lori, did you also know Rick? How did you view their relationship/friendship?

[KittyMom]

I think we should start a list of questions to ask.

[Grande]

Does anyone know what she purchased at the grocery store that night? Could she have bought stuff to cook dinner at someone else's house? Am I correct that Rick left with her when she went to the store?

We still don't know whether or not she made it to the grocery store. My understanding is that she was headed to "Lyndsay's" for a BBQ.

I'm also told she may have spoke to either Lyndsay and/or Vernon just prior to leaving her home.

My concern is the unlocked door. Many have told me that's absolutely out of character. Steve Winslett was absolutely shocked to find that out. Not as shocked as he was to find out that Rick Ennis 'Somaweary' was the last person to be seen with Lori.

Somaweary apparently has no intentions of helping out. It was a nice token effort but there's ALOT more to the story that he is not sharing. He has taken the time to send me multiple private messages, but I just don't get the impression he is as determined as we are.

[Pauli]

If they were as good of friends as he says, you would think he would be doing everything he could to help solve this and bring Lori home.

If they were as good of friends as he says, why has he not joined any of the various memorial sites that have been set up for Lori...

If they were as good of friends as he says, why hasn't he left Lori any comments on her myspace.. a lot of her other friends have.

I have a lot of 'Ifs" I would like to see answers for.

[Auburnmommyof2]

Do we know anything about Lindsay or Vernon? Did she work with them? Any last names or contact information? Did Rick have a key to her house? I do know, from living in a trailer for a little while, that trailers have master keys. Unless the locks were changed, anyone with a master key to her brand of trailer could get in. Also, often times the park office would have keys to the trailers. Did she own it or rent it? I'm still in Atlanta and my parents have a much faster computer to do research easier here than at home in Auburn. This case really has been tugging at my heart for a long time and I hope we can get some answers.

[Grande]

Yes Auburn, we sure do. I have invited essentially all of Lori's associates to join us. I'll be posting more relevant information over time.

Glad your back!

[Grande]

Rick didn't have a key to her house, but I'm told she had recently given a key to Lindsay.

[ferretplay]

I am not believing Rick-aka-somaweary. Until there is evidence showing Lori was seen by anybody or camera-video after Rick.:parting:

[Isamashii]

In reading all the blogs that Rick has posted, he has several contradictory statements. As well, I find it extremely distressing that he is always referring to Lori in a past tense form. I agree that it is very odd, that if he is suppose to be such a good friend, why is he not supporting any of her 'Help Find Lori' pages?

I am looking into some other aspects of this case. I will let you all know what I find out.

I am curious, is anyone in contact with Lori's family? What is their impression of Rick?

[Grande]

Isam, unfortunately I haven't had the opportunity to speak with them.

[Auburnmommyof2]

From looking on Lori's myspace page...I think I may know Steven. I met him through a friend and would see him out on occasion. If it is the same person, he is indeed a great guy! The type who would have your back even if he just met you.

[Grande]

From looking on Lori's myspace page...I think I may know Steven. I met him through a friend and would see him out on occasion. If it is the same person, he is indeed a great guy! The type who would have your back even if he just met you.

That's my impression of Steve as well. I have an open line of communication with him as he is desperatly seeking closure.

[somaweary]

<p>My conversation with Grande. Again, all this information has already been provided to the police.</p>

1. "Grande, I don't know why you've singled me out, but I feel like you're trying really hard to discredit me. If you want me input and you have a question like that, I'd appreciate you direct messaging. I really don't have anything to hide about myself. I do want to remind you that all juvenile records are ordered court sealed in the state of alabama, and revealing their contents to descredit someone is a suable offense. Just before you go trying to post my juvenile record online too for the whole world to see. If you want my input, you gotta stop razzing me."

2. "John Bell is a stand up guy who was a good friend to Lori. I knew him casually in Montgomery and later hung out a few times with him and Lori. I purchased Lori's old car from her for a $1000 bucks. That's what I was driving. I've actually written another post in which I was going to tell you guys, but then decided not to post. I don't know anything about any of the other suspects, I've been pretty straightforward with you guys. I haven't talked to anyone from Auburn since I left about a week after Lori disappeared. I didn't want to be associated with anyone who might have hurt her because of how close I am to this case."

3. "John Bell is in his eraly 30's. I don't know how active he is online, but I would imagine very since he has a degree in IT. I don't know if he's still in AU or not: I haven't been back or talked to anyone from their other than my closest friends since I left. Troy is a 45 min ride from AU. I think he had a girlfriend at the time. I can't imagine him hurting Lori, Grande. John is like a big kid grown up, he has a very gentle soul and I've never gotten a bad vibe from him."

4. "No, you didn't strike a nerve, it's just that it didn't make much sense to me. John is from Prattville, which is right next to Montgomery. Lori was the one from Troy. It just seems odd to me that John would be the one introducing Lori to shady people. I only went to Troy with her a couple of times (during Thanksgiving) and we spent all of our time at her parent's house. I didn't really meet anyone that she knew. I do know that she did have some shady friends in Troy, because those are the exact words she used to describe them. One I know was actually a crack dealer, because she told me that he was in a house where a drive by shooting was done, and his uncle got killed, but that's literally all I know about him. I've never seen him and don't know where he lives. This is information I've already passed on to the police."

5. "I don't know Maria. Lori did hang out with some voodoo needle people. Blake is on her myspace page. He was good friends with John, and probably knows where he's at. I haven't talked to John since I left Auburn, I don't know where he's at. Lori and I did smoke bud together that night. I also know she had a lot of weed on her that she was trying to sell. It would have been very uncharachteristic of Lori to leave her house unlocked. I'd forgotten all about that until you mentioned it. As for leaving Peanut in the cage, I know that Lori had started doing that after she got a job at mental health. She was working longer hours and wasn't able to spend as much time with as when she'd been a student. It was something that worked well with my dog. She wouldn't have left him in there for any extended period of time.

I've never mentioned Lori's weed connection in public because I felt that if she is alive it would be something she wouldn't want the general public to know. I'm just afraid people my google her and find out about her smoking weed and it would keep her frome getting a job because she wanted to work in mental health so bad. The cops know all of this.

I'll also share with you what I was going to post in the forum:

I did provide the police with more information, which I will not be providing to this forum. I thought carefully and decided against revealing it here, my main reason being that if Lori is found alive I wouldn't want to reveal information that she would have rather have been kept private. I will share some things about this case that puzzle and bother me:

About a week before Lori disappeared she thought that someone had been coming into her house while she wasn't there. I think that this was probably something Lori would have easily have been able to pick up on. She'd given a copy of her housekey to a friend around the same time she started feeling this way. I can't imagine the friend she gave the key to doing anything to Lori, but I find it ominous that Lori was feeling this way.

Lori's older brother also disappeared without a trace for a few years. She and her family at one point thought he was dead, and then suddenly he reappeared. I've wondered if Lori could have done the same thing but dismissed it for three reasons: Lori had gotten a new job in a different city, and she was excited about it, so she was already getting a change of scenery. She would never have left Peanut behind, her beloved dog. Third, she wouldn't have torched that car in a million years. If she had been planning to leave it behind for whatever reason, she would have abandoned it.

Which brings me to my third problem, the torching of the car. Why do it in the middle of Auburn, off a busy street? Opelike Rd. Is crawling with cops. Auburn is so rural that a 10-20 min drive in any direction would put you close to somewhere secluded where it would take longer for someone to discover. Anyone who's ever gotten lost in Auburn because they took a left when they were supposed to take a right will know what I'm talking about. I tried doing some research about cars that had been set on fire in the news after Lori disappeared. The only news story that I found that was remotely similar was a car that had been found a few counties away on fire and riddled with bulletholes, and who's owner was later found safe and unharmed. I've since tried to locate the article to post on here, but was unable to find it. Maybe one of you will have better luck."

6. "It was Lyndsey that she gave the key to. I think it was also to Lyndsey's that Lori was going. I'm sure she talked to either ?Vernon? or ?Lyndsey? On the phone right before we left, and I think she mentioned she was on her way to the grocery store. I remember she was buying something for the bbq or party she was going to, over at Lyndsey's. I can't remember if Lori locked the door on her way out or not.The police asked me what I thought happened to Lori. I'll tell you what I told them: I think Lori went to sell 5lbs of weed to someone, and they killed her and took her weed.. I just don't know who she took it to.

Like I said, Lori compartmentalized people. She had a lot of contacts. She confided a lot in me, but Lori operated on a "need to know basis." If she didn't think you needed to know it, she wasn't going to tell you. In this case I didn't even bother asking. You have to remember that Lori was smart. One of her majors was in criminology. She was very compulsive about cleaning her pipes anytime after smoking marijuana. She didn't want to leave any marijuana resin behind because if they cops searched her house she could claim they were tobbacco pipes. She knew about search and seizure laws, so she was always careful never to drop marijuana seeds in her carpet. In fact, she never threw any seeds or stems in the trash, but would flush them down the toilet in case the police were searching her trash. Stuff like this is why I call her compulsive. When she told me all this I thought she was paranoid and she freaked me out a little bit. Lori never really talked about most of her contacts because she operated on "Loose Lips Sink Ships." Of course I knew some of them, but only small time people who were mostly friends. Auburn has a large community of pot smokers because of the ag school."

If Lori's house was unlocked, it doesn't neccesarily mean that she was abducted from home. It does mean that whoever abducted her was inside the house at some point and time, so it had to be someone who knew where she lived. The police told me they had interviewed the neighbors, so I'm sure they followed whatever leads that generated. At one point they had actually called me and asked me if I knew anything about one of the maintenance men who worked in the trailer park where Lori lived, but I don't guess anything came of that."

7. "I never met Vernon, except for a few mins one time. I do know that Lori considered him and his wife good friends of hers. I want to say she talked to both of them. It was so long ago that I'm not for certain. I don't recall her talking to anyone else."

[Auburnmommyof2]

Rick, Did Lori own or rent her trailer? Did she use a debit card, credit card, cash or checks most of the time? Just trying to think of how to find out how she may have paid for groceries that night?

[Auburnmommyof2]

Rick, also do you know if she made it to Lindsay's that night? If she disappeared Sat and her car wasn't found for several days...how would you explain that? I'm not accusing, just trying to figure it out. IMO it wouldn't make sense at all for someone in Union Springs to drive her car back to Auburn to burn it.

[KittyMom]

hmmm....the self-proclaimed POI is now presenting the victim in a negative light. Attack the victim time?

[AU_Grad]

http://www.voodooneedle.org/

[KittyMom]

http://www.voodooneedle.org/

:shock: Brandings

:thud2:

[somaweary]

I'm not trying to present Lori in a negative light. I think Grande knows more about this case now than I do, since it seems he's become the point of contact, and he's probably got independent verification of everything in my last post from other sources.

Lori owned her trailor.

I am not implying Lori went to Union Springs to sell her drugs. I don't know where she went after I left her. Grande edited my last post so that you can't see his questions, which I had originally posted, and my answer about Union Springs was in response to one of his questions.

[KittyMom]

I'm not trying to present Lori in a negative light. I think Grande knows more about this case now than I do, since it seems he's become the point of contact, and he's probably got independent verification of everything in my last post from other sources.

Lori owned her trailor.

I am not implying Lori went to Union Springs to sell her drugs. I don't know where she went after I left her. Grande edited my last post so that you can't see his questions, which I had originally posted, and my answer about Union Springs was in response to one of his questions.

Was it common place for college kids to own their own trailers? Was this a newer model or older?

Also, who was with you at Lori's on the 10th?

[Auburnmommyof2]

Yeah alot of students own trailers in Auburn.

[KittyMom]

Yeah alot of students own trailers in Auburn.

I have to ask...how? I mean, tuition is not cheap, then you have utilities and car expenses. I can't imagine having a trailer payment, plus taxes. How are there enough hours in the day to be in school full time and work to pay for everything?

[Auburnmommyof2]

In alot of cases, its less expensive to buy a trailer and pay lot rent than to live on campus or rent an apartment. Then you can sell the trailer when you graduate and make a little money...lol. It used to be that a lot of students lived in trailers in Auburn but I think thats changing. They're building a lot of apartments and town homes in Auburn.

[Isamashii]

Good morning all!

I find it awfully convenient that when people really start to ask pertinent questions, Rick comes out with private conversations he's had with Grande, to try to appease our suspicions. I got news for ya buddy, not everything being presented here on this forum is hear say. And you can make all the diversionary and negative comments you want about Lori, I still think you are not telling the truth.

[AU_Grad]

For many, many, many years, apartments and rental housing in Auburn was very scarce. It was a very intelligent move to "own" a mobile home, pay lot rent and then sell the home to an incoming Freshman upon your own graduation. More often than not, the seller would recoup most of the money spent on the mobile home and in some cases even make a little extra to cover the lot rent. It was a really good deal for a lot of people. Parents who were paying to put their kids through school saw the mobile home as an investment. Additionally, for those that rented mobile homes, the home + lot rent was cheaper than apartment rent. It was the way to go 5 - 10 years ago.... Then along came the condos that caused the value of the mobile home to decrease.... Now the mobile home parks are being sold off to make room for apartment complexes, multi-family dwellings and small subdivisions.

Effective Fall 2009, all incoming Freshman will be required to live in on-campus housing (Village Student Housing). You can see the new housing area in yellow on the map at this location (http://www.auburn.edu/administration/campus_planning/documents/masterplan_documents/2002masterplan2.pdf)

[Grande]

Rick your still not telling us the whole story and I know this for a fact.

[Auburnmommyof2]

I'm just curious...what kind of street value would that much weed have?

[Grande]

I'm just curious...what kind of street value would that much weed have?

Appx. $7,500 - $10,000

[Grande]

This image will give you a good idea of how much 5 LBS. is (Image from a drug bust);

http://i28.tinypic.com/mb73fc.jpg

[Auburnmommyof2]

Thats alot...I had no idea! I'm sure Lori's job did random drug testing. Most places do. Especially if she was driving the van. It seems rather odd to me that she smoked weed.

[Isamashii]

According to National Statistics... "Actually depending on the state you live in and the quality of the product, the price will change. In Washington state 1 oz. goes from $250.00 to $325.00. At a $285.00 average that would be about $22,800.00". So, even in Alabama, 5 lbs would go for more than 10k.

As for the drug the testing, my best friend is in the medical field and it is mandatory for initial hiring.Then whatever the regulations of the company are, is how often you would be tested. Someone would need to contact the company she was working for.

[Grande]

Isam, I disagree regarding the street value of 5 LBS. but that's irrelevant. I think we both agree that is a significant amount of marijuana.