23-Year-Old Pregnant Amish Woman Found Dead. Police Suspect Murder

[@AmishAmerica]

Update to the case - Feb. 29 4:56 pm - It's now being reported that Rebekah Byler had "cutting wounds" on her neck and head. "Search warrant filings for the Pennsylvania home where a pregnant Amish woman was killed this week said she appeared to have suffered cutting wounds to her neck and head." More: apnews.com/article/amish-woman-killed-pennsylvania-9c996ed30ce1b66237419ff1e012bb4a

[@joannearmstrong9612]

How distressing!

[@maggiemizrachi513]

That would absolutely indicate a struggle... horrible..poor children.. breaks my heart....hope the children have a large family..

[@double-eagle-dave]

Suspect now in custody they knew for a couple days who and why the children positively identified him it just took a little time to hunt him down

[@SewBreezybags]

Evil is EVERYWHERE 😢

[@samscarletta7433]

Truth 🥺

[@kevinbimber]

WTF is this World coming to when a pregnant woman has this happen to her in her own home and especially when young children are also present. I ran my own Amish Taxi Service from early 1998 till late 2006 in the Spartansburg, PA Amish Community. I used a 15 passenger van to haul them all over Tri State Area and also cross country. My Grandparents, Guy & Dorothy Bimber, had done Trucking and Taxi work for the Amish Community ever since the late 1960's when the Amish started moving into the Area till Guy's death in 1996 & Dorothy's in 2008. My Uncle Richard still drives for the Amish. I know this Woman's Parents and Grandparents. Praying for the whole Family and Community as I am still in contact with many of the Families who became very close Friends.

[@horticultureandhomes]

When you turn in jailbirds from around the world to the U.S.A, bad things happen. Will this be yet another one?

[@GLITTERandSKULLZ]

Happens all the time.

[@kimfleury]

I'm praying for all who grieve her loss, most especially her family. Please let them know.

[@HeywoodJeblomey]

Yoder Toter?

[@robertvazquez2964]

@@horticultureandhomesSeriously when the most likely chances are that she was killed by another white person as who the heck else lives out there with these people? As if white people don’t kill one another and commit mass shootings you have really bad amnesia about human history you must have dementia like sleepy Joe

[@kimcwhite6509]

I hope her community can cooperate & share information to help find her killer. I'm so sad for her, her little children & family. The sight of her laundry hanging on the line.💔

[@Jazz1959]

Takes a sick person to murder a mother and baby. My heart goes out to her family. Amish communities are the nicest people. Prayers to her husband children and family.

[@Johny-JJI]

@Loveabounds.I doubt it. Also, lots of propaganda with the Amish. Maybe most are good but, there’s a group of people running around killing others making it look like suicide “accidents”

[@Jolene492]

Amish arent pure and nice. They have their own mafia

[@maedeandeaniewingertparkin3194]

No, no it wasn't her husband, it is an older man scruffy looking.

[@ellebakes4453]

My heart is broken for her family. Taking the life of a pregnant mother is as sick as it can get. If the family is in need of anything, please keep us updated so we can help. God bless the family and community as they mourn this devastating loss. 😢

[@ensabahnur7657]

Praying for the Family!

[@rain0069]

😢 so sad

[@ensabahnur7657]

@@rain0069 Indeed!

[@chelongogan3904]

Just sickening.... so sad

[@ashleydericco]

I am from Mercer county (one county down from Crawford). That is incredibly sad to hear. I am praying for the family. Love the Amish!

[@KissyKaede]

This world gets sicker and darker every day.

[@kerrynicholls6683]

No, that’s just America 🇺🇸

[@hippomom26]

​@@kerrynicholls6683You're not paying attention are you? Its NOT just America.

[@scruffyscrubs5468]

How horrible! I hope they find whoever did this! Prayers for the family!

[@Calvi36]

I cannot like this video as this is tragic, only 23 years old, oh my word. I am not Amish but my thoughts are very much with the family. All the best from Scotland.

[@nancyscookin]

I totally understand. I “liked” it to get it to spread the algorithm so it has a larger reach. I think of “liking” it as showing my support. ❤️

[@ceciliapetrowsky2572]

“Liking” a video has nothing to do with liking the topic. It helps the creator find a broader audience.

[@gr8dvd]

@@ceciliapetrowsky2572 Unfortunately me thinks that’s not entirely true. While "Likes" generally promotes such videos (more views), YT algorithm will also interpret that "Like" as… here’s more of what YOU “Like".

[@shirleymoore4885]

Prayers for the Family especially for the kids that were there to most likely see this happen to their mom what a horrible world we live in anymore 🙏

[@rozchristopherson648]

I’m in southwestern Pennsylvania. This is absolutely horrible. Many years ago, my cousin encountered Amish brother and sister teens (about 16-17 years old) who had sneaked away from their community. My cousin was driving a cab and they hailed her. When they got in her cab, they said they wanted to go sightseeing and that they were running away. My cousin shut the meter off. She and the siblings spent the day going to the amusement park and shopping and going to restaurants, etc. At the end of the day, my cousin convinced them to go back home. She told them everyone out here is not so nice and that they were better off back in their community. All 3 had tears in their eyes. The teens thanked her. She prayed for them and took them to the Greyhound bus station to see them get back on a bus home. It’s so disturbing to think of anyone who would want to harm these peaceful people. Praying for the family of this woman. ❤️🙏

[@stevevernon5038]

Your cousin sent them back to be abused and SA

[@lenitaa7938]

I know u mean well! Yet, they are not as ‘peaceful ‘ as u believe ! The Amish Old Order Communities have incest, sexual abuse, rape, domestic abuse and alcohol abuse, etc! Unfortunately , frequently, these go unreported to the police ! The abusers may get shunned for a few weeks! The victims are expected to forgive the abuser, never talk about it again, and continue to live with them, even when the victims are minors! No therapy nor help, nor protection given to the victims ! If the victims want to mention the abuse, they are shunned! So, of course, the sexual and domestic abuse continues once the abuser is back from being shunned, prison, etc! The divorce is forbidden ! And even if u succeed to divorce, the Amish elders are likely to kidnap and hide ur own kids from u! Another reason why the Amish women are much less likely to leave the Amish community! Only the strong, determined Amish women leave! Also, the Amish do lie to the police and to the judge, verbally agreeing, giving promises to keep the victims safe, but do not do it! Yes, Amish hate the ‘worldly’ justice system’s interference! They are also extremely legalistic and punish own people for very petty stuff, such as the extra crease in the bonnet, or using electrical appliances, etc! They are forbidden to hold the Bible Studies, use musical instruments, forbidden to attend non-Amish churches ( incl Mennonite ones) ! Some orders don’t allow English -language Bibles, even thought many Amish find it difficult to understand their own language Bibles ! The New Order Amish are significantly better in terms of legalism, helping the victims of abuse and working with the police, etc!

[@JFEnterprize]

If she brought them across any state line she effectively kidnapped them in the “laws” eyes 😮😢 🙁

[@50pinkies67]

My English family knew Linda Stolfoos and survivors of the Nickle Mines School shooting. Our deepest sympathies and prayers from Lancaster County PA to this Amish family and community in Crawford County. We are a tight knit community of English and Amish here as well. 💔 I hope they soon find the person who did this. I'm sure the community is on edge.

[@prettylady995]

Please keep investigating this story and share with us Thank You. I always admired the Amish for separating themselves from the government and the dumbing down society of the English. Please pass on our condolences!! The landmark case of allowing the Amish to homeschool their children gave countless home schooling opportunities for the American English over these years. So thank you Amish!!

[@debbiebrantley61]

I agree,I’ve always admired them as well,& they should be able to live in safely & peace

[@double-eagle-dave]

It happend next door becca was my neighbor i blame the goverment for this!! Had they not passed that bill that requires id or drivers license to own or buy a gun she would of potentialy been able to defend her self none of us are sleeping well we know theres a killer lose here so defenses are up

[@sweetbriarfarm777]

The Amish are forbidden to defend themselves by using a gun or even their fists, according to my Amish neighbors.

[@SMcCaskill]

They tried to dumb us down but we, "the English", pushed back and didn't allow them to.

[@SMcCaskill]

​@@double-eagle-davethe Amish don't own any guns at all. It is part of their nonviolent religious beliefs.

[@mariayelruh]

So horrible.

[@mimiveggie8653]

What a horrible crime. My prayers go to her family and friends 💙

[@tracyb1957]

What is wrong with people?!😢

[@180pottery]

My heart and prayers are with the family and community. This is such heart breaking news. It seems the whole world is going crazy these days. Thanks for sharing this Eric and please keep us posted with any updates. Your old friend from Illinois, Alice

[@AmishAmerica]

Hi Alice great to hear from you hope all is well 🙂 and yes I can't imagine much worse than this story. Wish the best for the family

[@180pottery]

@@AmishAmerica had a lot of health issues but I am hanging in there. Wasn't sure you would remember who I was, LOL.

[@AmishAmerica]

It's been some years but absolutely I remember you. Glad you said hello, and please keep hanging in there!

[@k.j.lindsey3048]

How terribly sad. Prayers for her and her family.

[@angeliquelivezey2216]

So sad. Prayers from York county, PA.

[@AniBAretz]

Erik, thank you for sharing this. Though I don't know you nor any Amish, personally, the education you've shared through this channel makes me feel the loss and care about the community as though I did. Thank you. May the young mother's family be comforted and consoled, and her memory be for a blessing.

[@karenjeffery9900]

Praying for them from New Zealand 😢🙏🙏

[@WorldOfWonder66]

This is heartbreaking..my prayers are with family and community

[@Mike-zw7fq]

This is Heartbreaking news indeed. May the Young Lady and Child R.I.P. And my prayers to the Community.

[@AdoptADog-lf6ve]

Horrible, I'm so sorry and hope this is soon solved.

[@luckyduckie2000]

I live so close to this area and it breaks my heart, especially for the little ones who where in the house. I would bet this non- amish person was looking for something of value and hope this evil person is caught soon. I pray for them and their community.

[@doberman1ism]

God help humanity. Deepest sympathy for this family and community.

[@normangerring4645]

Prayers from MI 🙏✝️🙏

[@ShellyMiller-kd9of]

Praying for the family

[@Marist_Chanel]

Prayers for all those affected 🙏❤️

[@joanhenschel3511]

😢 So tragic. Those poor kids! May they find comfort 😢

[@jdorgelo7840]

Prayers for the family and that they find the person who did this!

[@starletsatori8933]

So sad. Love and prayers for her children, family and friends. 🙏

[@lindaodom1322]

Prayers from Texas ❤

[@marylee7467]

How sad, prayers going up 🙏🏻

[@lisacraze1]

Oh my. Thank you for sharing this, Eric. Sending prayers to the community and so glad they have the lead with the red Jeep.

[@ToshaRaeNailed]

I heard about this today. Just terrible. Praying for the family

[@ajalicea1091]

Praying for the Family and the Community. Pass on our condolences to them if your able.

[@thesusanbainbridgeshow6044]

😢 This story is tragic, particularly for those in the Amish Community and non-Amish people as myself, but who admire, and have many friends who are Amish. The Amish have always been there for my family and me. I love the Amish way of living. I have some Catholic cousins who live the Amish way on their farm. Prayers of Love, Grace and Unity be with you now and always. Peace, Love and Friendship always, Susan Bainbridge and General

[@lapetitemaison4219]

I saw this on my news feed. How HORRIBLE! Not only the loss of this young mother, but the growing child within her as well. Prayers the assailant is found soon. Prayers for the family. Prayers for the community. How scary. 😢

[@Coko1954]

Prayers for the families and communities 😢

[@robynhigginbotham6468]

Heartbreaking!

[@pinnews4706]

SPARTANSBURG, Pa. (AP) - A Pennsylvania man was arrested Saturday and charged with the slaying of a pregnant Amish woman whose body was found last week. Shawn C. Cranston, 52, of Corry, has been charged with criminal homicide, criminal homicide of an unborn child, burglary and criminal trespass, according to court documents. He was denied bail at a preliminary arraignment early Saturday morning and is being held at the Crawford County jail with a preliminary hearing scheduled March 15; no defense attorney was listed and a number listed for Cranston was not in service. Calls and emails were made Saturday to state police, the district attorney and the public defender’s office. Cranston’s arrest comes less than a week after authorities found the body of Rebekah A. Byler, 23, in the living room of her home a few miles from Spartansburg.

[@deborahyates1706]

This is terribly sad. Prayers for her family 🙏

[@1951kvk]

How sad for her and the baby. May their souls rest in peace and may all who love them find comfort.

[@lr3465]

What a sad story, praying for the family & getting justice

[@machelletenbroeck2214]

Prayer for the family.

[@SMcCaskill]

I hope the police check to see if other similar crimes have happened. Amish women are extremely vulnerable. They have non violents beliefs and therefore have no weapons to use to protect themselves. My heart is broken for the little children that were home when she was murdered.

[@arthurbrumagem3844]

Many Amish hunt so they do have some weapons available,at least where I grew up in Ohio

[@thomasaseymour1165]

Why in the world !! So horrid!!

[@luhoffma8836]

Very sad 😢

[@lindasokolowski8506]

Praying for her family🙏🏻

[@cassieimel3887]

Prayers, so sorry.

[@sandracharlton2050]

This is awful prayers are for family

[@gaselekrauss415]

Prayers for the family

[@marymartel5187]

Praying for the family🙏

[@dianeb7420]

Prayers for the family.🙏

[@beckyray8746]

Heartbreaking! Please keep us updated if any more news develops.

[@jamesburton1050]

Oh no!! Prayers for all involved!!

[@scottjohnson6173]

Just hearing something like this it’s just so tragic. My condolences to the family for the loss. I’m his wife and to the kids lost their mother. I’m so sorry to hear that.?

[@darlenegattus8190]

I am so very sorry 😞

[@candyrenee2152]

Prayers for the entire community for such a loss. 😥😥

[@susanmiller5852]

So sorry to hear this. So sad for the children and the families and The Amish community. With deepest sympathy from Northern Lancaster Co. 🙏

[@katherinemoore4294]

So very sad. Praying for the family and friends.

[@cindynielson4231]

Such a heartbreaking event. My heart goes out to this family, they will be in my prayers.🙏

[@beatrice7789]

Prayers for the family and Amish community.

[@gailcathey5642]

Very well handled video. Respectful as you always are.

[@DoobieDeb]

Prayers Deepest Condolences

[@packrat1210]

This is so incredibly sad and horrific. The level of evil in this country is staggering. I pray the Lord comes soon and puts a stop to this madness. Sending prayers to this young woman’s family and the entire Amish community.

[@Octopuscoast]

Will you please keep us updated on this. Prayers for her & her baby❤.

[@shawnlivers2757]

I extend prayers to the family, and pray for swift justice. 🙏🏽

[@PeaceOverHate55]

First time viewer. Thank you for the deep coverage of this horrible story. Subscribed for bare truth nit the mainstream media drama. My Deepest Sympathy 💔 Absolutely Heart Wrenching

[@judy9429]

So sorry prayers go out to the family

[@brendahaire8824]

God bless the family. Prayers for comfort.

[@houseofdiamonti]

This is absolutely heartbreaking 💔 I have faith that the killer will be found.

[@gettingalongeveryone.873]

Condolences to the family and friends. Horribly sad. Prayers are needed for this world. 🙏🏻✝️🙏🏻✝️🙏🏻✝️🙏🏻✝️🙏🏻✝️🙏🏻✝️🙏🏻✝️. Stay safe everyone 🙏🏻✝️.

[@mimih3914]

I am sorry for this tragedy. I am heartbroken. I am also the only video rating options are so limited...it's not that I wanted to "like" the video of course, but you as a friend sharing the news needs to be acknowledged.

[@nildagivens7320]

That's horrible. So terribly sad. I'm so very sorry to hear this. Poor young woman. 😔❤️🙏🏼

[@bonnieyuse5876]

How Could Anyone Ever?!?!? 😭

[@tiportangeles2696]

That's tragic. Poor girl.

[@anitakinnear6735]

I’m from Crawford County, and we interacted often with a few of the Amish families. I’m so sorry to hear this happened. Keep us updated. ❤

[@trevarjohnson8837]

praying for the family

[@Karatemom68x3]

So freaking sad!! Dear God , praying for all of the people in that community but especially for the young woman’s family and friends.. RIP

[@marthapowers634]

prayers going to the family and community

[@darlenezapotichny6292]

Thoughts and prayers 🙏 for all. Such sad news

[@nicoleweber7936]

Oh Eric, my thoughts & prayers are with your dear Amish friends as well as with you during this frightening & difficult time. I hope police catch whoever committed such a heinous crime. I hope this sweet girl's family, friends, & community can find peace after such an ordeal. 🙏❤️

[@jeffsmith-ze6wb]

This is so sad!!!

[@happyheidi747]

😢🙏 prayers from the uk 🇬🇧

[@TheLancasterThrifter]

Heartbreaking 💔

[@morecm3322]

My heart and prayers to this young womans family. I pray God gives you strength to go on. God bless

[@taylormade9693]

Sad. Prayers for the family.

[@debbiegnagey2095]

I pray God will comfort her grieving loved ones ! My sincere condolences! 😭🙏

[@MaryKane-qv5vz]

Such a loss to her family.

[@patchadams4me]

Thanks, Eric. I was trying to figure out where this was.

[@mariebooze956]

such a sad and tragic story😢..prayer to her family and community..i sure hope these family start locking their doors cuz many do not even lock their doors.. i realize it can happen locked or not but an extra layer of safety is never too bad thing..marie from canada

[@Marleena133]

Thank you for sharing

[@Marleena133]

Praying

[@WhispersFromTheDark]

Bless her heart. Prayers go out to her Family and Friends.

[@conniehoag6736]

Prayers for family

[@StamperWendy]

Imagine what she went through beforehand. It's too bad the kids were there but maybe they're witnesses? SMH