A Facebook group created to find a missing nurse in Arkansas turned out to be the first clue that led to the arrest of a 28-year-old farmer named Quake Lewellyn.
Sydney Claire Sutherland, a 25-year-old nurse from Arkansas, disappeared during one of her regular jogs, leaving her cellphone and other personal belongings behind. Hundreds of volunteers searched for her for two days until her body was found buried on farmland. Law enforcement agencies were able to track her movements using her cellphone and Apple Watch data, which eventually led to the arrest of Lewellyn, a local farmer, who was charged with murder, rape, and kidnapping.
The investigation into Sutherland’s disappearance started when a UPS driver saw her during her run. Sutherland’s cellphone was found near her home, and her car and personal belongings remained untouched. It was clear that she had not run away but was likely the victim of a crime.
During a court hearing, it was revealed that Lewellyn confessed to abducting Sutherland, raping her, and burying her body on his farm. The community is in mourning and in shock that such a heinous crime could happen in their small town.
Sheriff David Lucas, who knew Sutherland and her family personally, expressed his grief over the tragedy and promised to work hard to find her. He did not reveal how they found her body but confirmed that Lewellyn was a farmer in the area.
The Facebook group that was created to organize the search and rescue efforts became the first clue that led to the arrest of Lewellyn. Although he was listed as a member, it is unclear if he joined the volunteers who searched for Sutherland.
The loss of Sutherland has shaken the community, who is mourning the loss of a young woman who dedicated her life to saving lives. Her family, friends, and coworkers are devastated by the news and are struggling to come to terms with the tragedy.
The case highlights the importance of community involvement in finding missing persons and bringing perpetrators to justice. The efforts of the volunteers who searched for Sutherland, along with the law enforcement agencies, were crucial in solving the case.
As the community mourns the loss of Sutherland, they are also grappling with the realization that someone in their midst could commit such a horrific crime. The tragedy has served as a reminder that violence can happen anywhere and that it is important to take precautions to ensure one’s safety.
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Source: AWM
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