Teenager Abducted in Target Parking Lot, Later Found Dead Near Lake

[@LawAndCrime]

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[@gmimi2]

Once again law and Crime featuring this problematic creator 🙄🤦. Why in God's name do you promote this chick? She is absolutely horrid, doesn't do her research, has been wrong on soooo many occasions, is money and fame hungry . No respect for this channel and no respect for law and Crime to once again promote her. 🤦

[@KittyKatSnackPack]

It's actually 10 to* Life, not 10 for life.

[@FullFrontalExposure]

@@ultimatums1yeah she buys her subs and views😂she’s a afraud😂😂😂😂😂

[@FullFrontalExposure]

@@ultimatums1 bro she’s a clown

[@CherrrrBear]

@@FullFrontalExposuretell me HOW!? Where do you even get that info?!

[@lucytubbert6917]

I was 9 years old when this happened and Kelsey’s story was blasted on every television in the kansas city area for months. I remember crying my eyes out and wishing I could do something to help her. 17 years later, her story is the reason that I have completed 8 years of pre law education and am now studying for the LSAT to become a lawyer. I didn’t know you Kelsey, but you changed the course of my life forever. Rest in love and peace ❤️

[@sadiemaladyxo]

You’re amazing ❤

[@Janetbringsawareness]

Wow bitter sweet.. Thank God for good people like you dear may you prosper 💝

[@Connie-E]

Wishing you the best of luck in your life and career

[@kennedywilliams6854]

there’s a special place in heaven for you ❤️ this is the kind of love and care we need for one another. not the horrible actions that took place in this case and so many others.

[@costealucia5357]

''I didn't know you Kelsey'' she cannot read this, and you know that, so, to whom you address yourself? the public?

[@foxetalez]

NEVER LET THEM TAKE YOU TO A SECOND LOCATION!!!!!

[@WeirdoBusters]

People make sure you fight and scream anytime don’t let these people win and take you anywhere.. prayers to the family…

[@اميرمادرا]

I agree with you l hope she rest in peçe l fell şad for family😢

[@Jalhde]

Yep! If they’re gonna kill me they’re gonna kill me in front of everyone in this busy shopping center. Then at least I would be found easily and there would be witnesses. They likely won’t kill me there, since they want secrecy, but hopefully they’ll be spooked and run off. Never just go willingly and be quiet when someone tries to kidnap you. When they get you where they want you, out of sight and in privacy, do you really think they’ll let you go?

[@jeanettesmith765]

That is not always possible.

[@Reverse_Cat_Cowgirl]

​@JCYT700 anything is possible, which means it's not always possible.

[@Reverse_Cat_Cowgirl]

I'm sure her father, who worked in law enforcement, gave her all the best advice... people aren't perfect automatons when taken by surprise.

[@lekeiag]

I actually realized I was being followed while I was in a store, the two guys kept walking pass me, then when I got in line I saw they got behind me but after I checked out they wasn't there, they walked ahead of me and I saw them just waiting behind the pillar outside the store doors, I went back and asked if i could get someone to walk me out after I told them the situation, the manger and one other clerk helped me to my car and help me put my groceries in. This was just this past Christmas 2023, I think I might have been targeted because I'm walking with a Cane and I did have my granddaughters with me. After they saw us walk out, they turned and walked the other way. The manager said he was going to call the police and thank me for being so observing. I got a call from the detective on the case a few days later, and he did inform me that yes, after they reviewed the cameras inside the store that those guys were following me. He said he even saw one walk so close when I had my back turn, and he looked inside my purse while my purse was across my shoulders. I never leave my purse in a cart while in store that's why I carry a cross body purse. Let's just say that scared me to my core. I'm thankful for kelsie parents because as a mom of 9 and grandmother of 11 I hate to think if anything like this would happen to any of my babies but I know the realization is we live in a mess up sometimes ugly world with malignant people and it's scary.

[@kittybridgeman3524]

Sounds to me, like they were intending to grab your grandkids.

[@sunkissdj5608]

Glad that you all are safe. You were smart to trust your instincts and seek assistance.

[@Ayzlin]

😢😢😢 So glad you all are safe 🙏🏽

[@2sides_2everystory]

​@@wza223-fo3mc Shut up, troll. 🤡

[@lekeiag]

@Ayzlin thanks for your exaltation of our safety. You're an awesome person, and I'm glad I crossed paths with you. I wish you and your nothing but peace and happiness and longevity.

[@erickatesar6044]

I went to that school, shopped at that mall. This is a heartbreaking story and it hits close. I truly respect her family's activism.

[@mariocruz8602]

i went there too. remember it this like it was yesterday

[@sturgillboy11]

lived in the neighborhood and it will always stick with me.

[@susanhess3550]

Me too, live a block away from the Target and mall. Think of this heartbreaking story daily.

[@Zzz2x]

Wow I live in wichita and never heard about this

[@Summerdee223]

My cousins went to the school and I have been to the Target and Oak Park Mall and several other places they mentioned. I grew up spending time in Overaland Park, but was not aware of this sad case until today.

[@truthbetold6942]

Suggestion - more and more crimes are happening where the man will recruit a female to help them prey on victims. It happened to me, a young female followed me to a shopping center garage. She was talking to her male accomplice on the phone and she jumped on me and knocked me off my feet. Within seconds, her male accomplice pulled up in his truck to block the view. Thankfully, they were only after my purse. I am hyper vigilant, but my internal radar didn’t pick up on the girl as I was not use to seeing them as a threat.

[@AmbitiouslyVicious]

I’ve been in a similar situation, which is kinda why I also felt a bit sketched out by this guys wife- Aletha or whatever her name is. I mean, at first I felt sympathetic towards her as well bc of the whole “he likely went home after and had s*x with his wife” comment, because I assumed she was an unaware/unconnected person…but then once I heard that his wife flashed him her lady parts AFTER he got caught and she knew what he’d done- it just struck me the wrong way. It gives the impression that she was in on it maybe (?) idk I don’t want to point any fingers…but I think the majority of women could agree; if we found out our husbands did what he did, we wouldn’t stay married to him nor would we reward him with flashing our bodies whilst he was in custody for the heinous horrific crimes he’d committed behind our backs. I’ve read a lot of articles about crazy women like that, who are into s*rial killers and have weird r**e fantasies and are just as sick and twisted as some of those mfs out there…I wouldve definitely looked into her involvement if I were the detectives assigned to that case.

[@countryfrau8328]

Oh my!!! I remember hearing about those horrible cases where a female accomplice was the reason another female trusted enough to get in a car. I am feeling that we also need to worry about groups of girls attacking us nowadays--said as a woman in her mid-60s.

[@daisie2969]

Greg Smith was my middle school history teacher, and he was a sweet human. Truly the best teacher I think I'd ever had. He left very early in the year to testify in court, and my long term sub had played him TESTIFYING for the Kelsey Smith law on the screen, and seeing a grown man like him cry hurt my heart. It made such a successful difference and even going into Shawnee Mission West highschool and seeing a specific plaque on it with her face, made also a big change. Seriously this story is not spoken enough about.

[@chumbaroo]

Really proud of these parents for making something so awful into a lifesaving act in most states. They made their daughter more than another victim

[@wickedgame241]

The police didn’t take it seriously because of her family’s strict rules on being late. They took it seriously because her dad was in law enforcement. Any other family would have been told to wait before filing a missing person’s report and getting police involved.

[@kb9826]

110%

[@kevine.lemaster8473]

💯

[@crystalgray79]

Agreed and I think that’s horrible. There should not be special treatment.

[@kiro6119]

you made that up

[@Crazy_Dashcam_Videos]

Uhh yeah no that's not true at all

[@feurigerStern]

The Kelsey Smith Act was initiated after Kelsey's death. It allows the police to ping the missing person's cell phone if they believe she/he is in danger

[@Justsomebodyelse235]

@traybernThen try not to have any of that then you won’t have to worry.

[@MartinezC.]

@traybern FBI waste NO time look into this person @traybern

[@stellaallbright4750]

@traybern -- Everything you just said is untrue and the fact that you very specifically listed these means you are likely guilty of these acts and feel entitled in behaving in such a way. Clearly you struggle to function as a responsible adult in society. Hopefully you don't have any children.

[@pinkmako7682]

@traybernmust be a hard life to have to do what you should be doing. You must have no accountability for yourself.

[@davidb2206]

@traybern Have never had any of that. I know how to behave. I had parents.

[@jameslong4511]

I'm glad you mentioned the statistics of fighting back immediately. The FBI stats are very clear on this. The abductor is most vulnerable and nervous at the point of abduction. It's the best chance to survive.

[@Mindy-r2s]

This doesn't just happen to young woman. I am in my 50's and some guy pulled in close to me at Target in his truck and I thought it was so odd. He looked at me through the window. I decided to move my car and while I was in Target he came up behind me and asked for my help. He was so creepy it sent me straight to Security. By the time we came back and checked the parking lot he was gone. Target employee told me this happens every day that women have to be escorted out to their cars. When he came up behind me he did not have a cart. That is a red flag.

[@jennifercooper3846]

This is important too. Thanks for bringing it up!

[@Violet-fj8yd]

Right think of serial killers, their victims could be any age .

[@angelasmith257]

Always keep ur head on a swivel….may save ur life!

[@AllyPNW]

I've had similar thing happen, and I moved my car as well.

[@countryfrau8328]

Oh my!!! I am an overweight short woman in her mid 60s wearing a beanie and the other day I had an odd encounter with a young guy in his teens who saw me in a store, literally separated from the group of girls he was with, and absolutely came into the otherwise empty aisle with me and asked me how I was doing in Spanish. I told him I was fine and asked how he was. I had very bad feelings about this and feel lucky that I got out and into my car without incident. I should have asked for an escort.

[@shanaknibbs3790]

Wow! The fact that the MOTHER was able to say that she wouldn’t change any of it, because all of the people saved by her law wouldn’t be here if her DAUGHTER was, is just…unbelievable! I honestly don’t have words. This woman’s heart must be the size of her whole body! I don’t know if I could be that positive in her situation. This is a truly loving and graceful person. ❤️💔

[@Godfirst9845]

100%

[@Jenni31712]

I have kids and daughter and no way would I be fine no not sorry 😢

[@denisesorchidparadise1411]

because that is all she has left,

[@OnceShy_TwiceBitten]

yeah, right? Let the law be made from someone else. @@Jenni31712

[@colorbugoriginals4457]

that some advanced level wisdom living. ❤

[@manuelmoraleda9684]

Just because you're a good person doesn't mean that others are as good and kind as you are. Sad ! Be prepared.

[@kaniaholmes]

I was the same age as her. I was so bothered that I was on my way out the door to go join the search party but my Granny told me then found her. I was so sad and so disgusted. Her story has stuck with my whole life.

[@tamonettX500]

Situational awareness. My head's on a swivel in parking lots, gas stations, you name it. I make sure people know it, too. No earbuds, no phone in my hand, looking around as I walk to my vehicle.

[@tourmii]

i was meeting my mom at a target one time. i parked at the back of the parking lot, not near any other cars so my mom could easily spot me and park next to me. a few minutes later a guy parks his car right next to mine... out of all the empty spots. my car is always locked with the windows up and my mom was on her way so i wasn't too worried about it at first but he wasn't getting out of his car so after a couple minutes i turned my car on and moved across the parking lot lol

[@Abergavenny4Ever]

Same. And most importantly - EYE CONTACT. Let them know they are seen.

[@cynthiav5580]

the fact that the man was married and had a child as well

[@SavingSoulsMinistries]

yeah that doesnt really mean much.. you'd think it would make a difference but sick people hide their true nature for years and do all the societally acceptable things to not be figured out

[@JanoschNr1]

He's not sorry for her, he's just sorry for getting caught

[@sturgillboy11]

I lived a couple miles from this target when it happened. i was pretty young, but will never forget her family/friends knocking on my door with missing posters and my family explaining to me what was going on. Rest in peace Kelsey we will never forget you ❤ God bless your family

[@Zzz2x]

Never heard of her case and I’m from wichita.

[@Zzz2x]

I hope everybody acted more carefully learning of this

[@queenb3570]

It's better to fight and scream, even if you get hurt, than to be taken to a secluded location. ❤

[@andyblank3546]

Great safety advice!! I always say I’d rather die in a parking lot than experience whatever WAS planned for me and be found (or not) in a remote area.

[@elliesmith8139]

I never thought of it that way! So true!!

[@Scole23786]

This is so heartbreaking! In a busy parking!! Are we not safe anywhere. As a woman and a mother with a pre-teen daughter, this scares me and I’m sure every parent out there feels the same. RIP Kelcie A heartfelt thanks from me and all parents/families out there to this courageous family for fighting to put this monster behind bars for a long time and also tirelessly fighting to get a law passed to be able to locate cell phone locations. I hope Verizon’s shareholders see this and hold the company accountable!

[@RatusMax]

I would have NEVER said "isn't that your truck" I WOULD HAVE CALLED THE POLICE!!!

[@javieracuadra2170]

that's what they did

[@quadruplelatte]

I cannot imagine living as a parent having such evil done to a child!! 😢 How absolutely awful 😞

[@bruceleena2214]

We had a coworker that was getting off late from work and there was a guy following her to the car .she started to walk faster and he started to walk faster and then she ran to her car and got to her car and locked it right in time. The guy was banging on her window. She drove off. We did a buddy system after work. I think people who seek their next victims it’s because they saw vulnerability in that victim. Easy access when ones are not aware of their surroundings.

[@TheRainbowGal]

Her Grandfather was my driver's ed instructor. Nicest person. I worked with him the year after this happened in my hometown.. I didn't meet her personally, but it really shook the community. We still go to that Target sometimes but it never feels right there. Such a terribly tragic story. I know she had a positive effect on so many people in her life.

[@gracejohnson6755]

Growing up I never went to that target. My mom always told me that I can’t go to that specific one because of this. It’s just such a scary thing, I was only a little kid when this happened. It’s just heartbreaking that anyone would hurt such a beautiful kind person.

[@ILLEVATEx]

You never let the bad guy take you to a second location. You always have to fight back before that happens or else your chances of surviving are highly diminished if you let them take you.

[@angelasmith257]

True!fight ,scream whatever it takes!

[@BellaLeoLicorice]

It makes me angry that in so many cases like this LE fail to act quickly, don't collect evidence immediately and never catch the perp. Because this girl's father was in LE they did everything by the book and her body was soon found, the perp was caught and they had the evidence for a quick trial/plea agreement. This is how it should always be, not just when the victim's family is in LE.

[@amyrivers4093]

My heart hurts knowing what she endured before he finally killed her. Her family must feel sick knowing what she went through. Her family have taken the horrific act before and during her death as a platform for change. Her name will be on the lips of every parent whose child was found because of the law passed in many states. The family worked hard to do that and have honored their daughter and sisters life. Xx❤

[@Aflacist]

Thank you for not using AI…becoming very common with these types of subject matters. Great coverage

[@Dovelunalove]

@@Aflacist “anna solves” is another channel that doesn’t use AI. She covers true crime & her vids are this style,so I think you’d like it.

[@Aflacist]

@@Dovelunalove thanks for recommendation, I’ll check it out :)

[@GemRippers]

@@Dovelunalove Just checked out her page, looks legit & well prepped, also has a lotta cases I haven't seen vids on. Thanks for the recommendation, as well!

[@Dovelunalove]

@@GemRippers Awesome! No problem 😊

[@aquarius5461]

Always remember to say goodbye to your loved ones, you never know when it may be the last time you see them!! 😢

[@jonathannixon8652]

I advise more for people to Actually Love their Loved ones. Many seem to love them when it's materialistic gain, then when these kids and teens are around their friends they speak Evil horrible things about either one or both parents. I can't stand hearing people say "I hate my mom" and or "I hate my Dad" especially by middle school kids and highschoolers , the words that come out of these childrens mouths are an Abomination.

[@ImGinaMarie]

Always say I love you

[@bsymissy]

I 100% agree!!! I've had a habit my whole life with my close friends and family, that everytime I see them I give a hug good bye, and an I love you. It's kinda a thing in my family, and even the ones that don't really care for it, perty much just give in cause they know resistance is futile 😊.

[@jonathannixon8652]

@@bsymissy Sometimes I tell complete strangers but I say "You are Loved" I won't dare say "I love you" to a stranger . But the same emotion is what matters.

[@tishsharay7509]

I’ll stick to talk to you later or see you later later in my next life I know I will goodbye seems forever nope

[@rachaelramos]

And people wonder why im wayyyy too protective of my kids

[@davidb2206]

We were MALE children in my family and were not allowed out after sunset in the 1970s. Real parents. We had dinner with parents, watched TV a little with parents, and did our homework.

[@bobfrankfurt9449]

*When I'm walking in public you better believe I'm not on my phone.*

[@cbrashsorensen]

THIS is the one thing that bugs me about phones---and I LOVE my phone. It is so very distracting lacking and laughing with your friends and with your head down.

[@aaronclark1599]

Kind of funny how if you're a cop's daughter they go looking for you right away but any other person they won't even begin to start looking until after 24 hours

[@triciac1019]

Having people follow you in a store and then wait outside for you is a common practice. Be very aware everyone.

[@davidb2206]

11 million new illegal foreigners with unknown criminal and mental records have been allowed in by Biden and are roaming around your streets and family members now.

[@curiousbear6548]

So sad. My best friends sister was killed. Her father was looking for her. Came through my woods and thought I was her. Ever since that day, I have done so many self-defense classes. Helped teach some classes. As a kid, it changed my goals . I do things that keep me safe because my main point in life is that I don't want to be the dead girl

[@curiousbear6548]

She was found dead down past school . You could see where she was pulled downhill in the back of the school . The whole town. Her father was a friend of my family

[@AaliyahAustin-y9b]

Sad

[@Joy-wt5xz]

​@@curiousbear6548Did the murderer get caught?

[@MrCocobear27]

I’ve wondered for a long time when this case would get the coverage it deserves. This is my hometown. This is my target, my mall, that I have always and still go to. This is the story that is infamous in Overland Park and honestly all throughout Kansas City. Mine, along with all of my friends, have been cautioned of her story by our loved ones since it happened.

[@vodkarocket1]

I really appreciate your clear effort to tell us about Kelsey, as she was in life and not just all about her death. Well done

[@maribelpalomino2846]

Thank you Annie! This is what these channels should be about, educational not just for entertainment! 👍🏽

[@heatherjudson3601]

so true!!

[@froggy0165]

I'm confused where this true crime story is educational?

[@SuzetteDLG13]

Much respect to her parents for being such wonderful advocates & holding Verizon for their accountability as well. They did a wonderful thing & are succeeding making a difference.

[@dave1728]

Yes, be aware. Of course, we shouldn't have to do it, BUT, I'm a man, over 50 and I always try to be aware of what's around me. I can't tell you how many times I see girls/women/children (who sadly are most at risk), with their headphones on, have their head stuck in their phone and are completely unaware of what's around them. Wake up, stay aware and stay safe.

[@DREAMCATCHER33316]

Another important point is only have driver door open when unlocking.

[@FullSpectrumDoula]

She has amazing parents! May Kelsey continue to Rest in love 🕯️🥀🙏🏽🕊️

[@اميرمادرا]

I agree with you

[@kaleeglenn5712]

I’m sure Kelsey’s loved ones are so grateful for the way you speak on her and other victims. “They were better people for knowing her” … what a sincere, kind statement. Thank you for what you do Annie. I’m so glad you’re with Law & Crime 💕

[@AKASHROY-i9f]

love u

[@Spookghetti]

This happened in my hometown. The target is still open and has an eerie feeling. Her family is wonderful, and because of their advocacy, Kelsey’s Law has changed the world in regards of safety, law, and justice.

[@annestiles5598]

Agreed. I don't stop at this target anymore.

[@mooneyesshaktitv1580]

So sad. My heart goes out to Kelsey, her family and friends. I learned through taking self-defense classes that if someone tries to abduct you to yell, "Fire!" that way you're more likely to get attention from others.

[@spicyirwin5835]

Also lock ur car doors while pumping gas also. So much evil out there. Lazy so LOCK UR CAR DOORS. Pls.

[@mooneyesshaktitv1580]

I concur.@@spicyirwin5835

[@franciscovalladolid3659]

Pepper spray.

[@hannahlou3406]

Easier said than done.

[@TheTruth-kh2im]

​@@hannahlou3406castration right then and there.

[@PositiveVibesChangeLives]

This happened close to where I currently live, but wow, Verizon really boiled my blood in this case. With how quickly her parents went out looking for her if Verizon did what her parents asked, they could have potentially saved her or at least found her sooner. RIP Kelsey ❤

[@TrueCrime_With_Sheila]

Having 2 small babies my car is set up for me to be able to protect myself. In my trunk i keep a wooden baton my husband made me, in the front in both doors i have tasers and in my purse i have my gun. Im not becoming a victim nor letting my kids. Everybody stay safe ❤

[@krissyb420]

Went to High school with Kelsey. She was super sweet.

[@ArJayDM]

"Never let them take you to a 2nd location"

[@kylie4954]

This case is so sad. Kelsey was so loved. She loved everyone back so much harder. She fought so hard to stay alive. I hope she's resting peacefully. The way she went out was so disgusting. Waking her up, knocking her out, and doing it all over again. That's torture.

[@miwi3095]

Whenever I get to my car I lock the doors I always look around because I’m paranoid like that

[@vodkarocket1]

There was a time when that would have been considered paranoid, now its just wise

[@simplysarah0310]

Us women always have to watch our backs. It sucks sometimes 😢

[@xxkittymeowxx8093]

Always be aware of your surroundings, keep your head on swivel ,lock doors imediately when you get out and get in.Good to be paranoid !

[@elizabethwilk9615]

Good to be paranoid there’s a lot of crime going on

[@grumby111]

This kind of stuff makes me sad. I can't imagine losing a daughter to such acts.

[@FuzzyDoxie]

My friend was abducted in a Walmart parking lot back in the early90’s. I will be shot in a parking lot before I get in a car. At least I’d be found immediately, rather than being dumped in the woods and found days later. 🙏

[@hollyhock3945]

One additional thing I have learned is never scream for help...many people don't want to get involved. Instead, you should yell FIRE, because everyone wants to see where a fire is. Teach this to your small children when talking about stranger danger. BTW- Why do we not hear about stranger danger anymore?

[@cindy4628]

because those same adults that used to warn us about "stranger danger" ---now tell the whole world on f@c3b00k exactly where they live, their whole name, their age, their spouses, post pictures of their family members, post information of where their grandchildren go to school, exact times when the house is empty and ripe while theyre on vacation its funny, I grew up on 2000s internet culture and its so ironic seeing those adults preach to me about internet safety, turn around and fall for fac3b00k

[@laikanbarth]

Verizon knew exactly what the parents were asking for. It’s such BS!! Makes me want to cancel my Verizon account

[@VibrantVictoria-gigi]

Excellent PSA. Sorry for the loss of Kelsey. Condolences to her family and friends. Also check the interiors of the cars next to you in parking lots, and never park next to a van. Keep your eyes off the device!

[@lisasmith7066]

Heartbreaking story. I remember one girl in another case saying she’d never allow herself to be taken by a gun or knife. She figured do what you’re going to do right here so my family will have my body and know what happened. That always stuck with me. Easier said than done tho. He could have also physically overpowered her into her car. Rest in peace Kelsey. Thoughts and prayers to your lovely family and hopes that one day they will be able to feel some peace of mind 🙏😢❤️

[@shawnadeyo]

I can't believe I was 25 when this happened and now I'm 41. I feel like this just happened and i still think of this girl when I'm in a parking lot. Insane💔

[@rayneebranch9690]

I pray for Kelsey's family. Although many years have passed, I'm sure their hearts hurt as if it were yesterday.

[@MrBroofer]

I remember when this occured. I worked in a command center that always had news prodcast on and Kelsy's disappearance was all over them. It was absolutely heart breaking. I always thought that Germ was involved with Kara Kopetsky's disappearance as well. These cases are always very heart wrenching to me.

[@carolinemcclure3173]

I'm going to make sure my daughter see this and pays attention.

[@Sweetoughness]

Yes never get in vehicle always fight to stay where you are.

[@tishsharay7509]

Everybody doesn’t want to die or doesn’t think in the moment I’ve been kidnapped at 18 online dating and human trafficked 😢 easier to say what u would do when u never been there trust me

[@RcPlayer-tt2vw]

Always go with a friend to meet people if going date on line

[@bigboicreme]

​@@tishsharay7509🧢

[@denlaf]

Congrats Annie Elise on being on Law&Crime!

[@chrisfalx3251]

Was this a surprise to u too lol ?

[@macielawrence9361]

Me too😅😮

[@gmimi2]

Absolute horrible horrible channel, this lady doesn't do her research. Anyone that supports and watches her channel are a bunch of judgemental Karen's just like this fame hungry Annie 🙄🤦. She is horrible.

[@lorenfulghum2393]

I'm pretty sure this channel is just stealing her content

[@LynxStarAuto]

@@lorenfulghum2393I don't know if they stole her content, but didn't she cover this case a while back?

[@thejtd21]

Corporate Business 101, no corporation will EVER admit full responsibility for their mistakes. Ever.

[@ariella8787]

Loved the education behind this video! Good reminder to pay attention to my surroundings. My biggest fear is what happened to Kelsey. May her death NEVER be in vain.

[@charwest9449]

Verizon should have trained their personnel to introduce the word "locate" TO the caller if she understood the situation. It is up to the company to translate the problem into the company lingo.

[@Tomtaylor7337]

This is heartbreaking 💔 I’m praying 🙏 for her family and friends 😢

[@oldskool59]

The only thing I would add to what was already said is lock the doors as soon as you close the car door. My car auto locks all the doors only after I put the car in drive. Avoid getting in the car closing the door and then looking at your phone and not locking the doors first. Also when I'm driving home I pay attention to the vehicles behind me and if they have made the same last 4 turns as I have, I will drive past my street and circle around the block to see if I'm being followed. The last thing I want to do is show any sketchy individuals where I live. Please stay safe.

[@keness4768]

Preach it girl. Conceal carry for life, especially for the ladies!

[@Aangel452]

What a thorough coverage of this tragedy. Your style and unbiased approach yet still with empathy is very professional. Great Job in reporting Kelsey’s case.👍🏻 Her parents would approve.

[@A_Legal_Immigrant_1776]

Stay armed girls.

[@angelabeatty6538]

Her family’s resilience and mission are truly awe inspiring. I’m so very sorry for the loss of that precious girl❤

[@33Jenesis]

So sad a young life cut short. She could be someone’s friend, a man’s love, and children’s mother……. Her life was wasted because a sick man’s sick desire.

[@ryanwaidalowski9221]

This is just so tragic I have girls her age and always can’t stress enough how you have to always be aware of your surroundings. Heartbreaking

[@annablu]

Heartbreaking story , RIP Kelsey ❤️ truly respect her family and community for honoring her life 🙏

[@JoyOgbatue]

I remember watching this story as a 7-8 year old kid. My dad telling always telling me before this story came out that, “Don’t go wandering off at the store alone or you’ll never see your family again.” I think since her tragic story came out i stopped wandering off at the stores as a kid. My heart breaks for that poor girl. Rest her soul. 😇 😢

[@LynxStarAuto]

When I was little, it was Adam Walsh. My mom would say the same thing to me. It worked. Never strayed very far.

[@gabchog4486]

wandering, not wondering

[@JoyOgbatue]

@@gabchog4486 thanks. 😅

[@GemRippers]

@@LynxStarAuto He was the son of the man who started America's Most Wanted, right?

[@sunkissdj5608]

@@GemRippersYes.

[@juliehayden123]

I’ve seen this story covered several times and thank you for doing it justice in the most respectful way I’ve seen it,

[@cassandrawright-mq5kp]

I hesitate to write this because it will come off as 'Victimizing the victim,'' but I'm not...I was followed home. Even though my Mom laughed off at what happened, then, I knew it was intentional. In 1977 I was in my late teens, riding my 10 speed on our street and stopped where a group of kids I knew were gathered, talking. It was summer, hot, I was wearing shorts. An 'older guy' (maybe mid-twenties), creepy. I didn't know who he was, kept looking at me. He made me uneasy. He looked directly in my eyes and sneered, "You & your legs are looking realllllly NICE sitting up there on that bike!" A tinge of fear came over me. I did the worst thing I could do: Turned my bike and rode home, back down the street and flew into my yard. I showed him where I lived. It was just me & my Mom. Our house sat back from the street flanked by trees. Around 10pm, I was sitting on the floor, playing w/one of our 3 little terrier dogs when one of them turned to the door, stiffened up, started growling. All three were staring at the door growling. I was looking at the door, when I saw the doorknob starting to turn (screen door wasn't locked.) I was scared but wondering if it was a neighbor. When I flipped on the porchlight, to my utter horror, it was the creep from earlier. I screamed at him, "WHAT ARE YOU DOING HERE?!" My Mom came to the door, pushed me to one side and asked what he wanted. He asked to come in, "to use the phone." He wrecked his car at the dead end on our street." (I hadn't told Mom about him earlier.) Mom told him to go back to his car and she would call the police. I was frantic, but she brushed him off as, 'just drunk.' After that I ALWAYS locked the screen door...and NEVER wore shorts again in public. Never! Yes, women, girls SHOULD be able to wear shorts to Target's, the Mall, etc., in a perfect world, we could. Kasey was wearing short shorts and a cropped shirt. Her abductor mentioned she had "pretty legs." I'm sorry, it brought back ALL the terror I felt years ago. There's no guarantee he wouldn't have noticed her if she'd been wearing jeans, but his comment about her "nice legs," were chilling. Later, an aunt shook her head, ridiculing me at a 4th July cookout for wearing jeans, instead of shorts. I didn't care. I knew why.

[@mangafq8]

I thought the same thing, but it's not politically correct to even suggest victim shaming. Honestly, unfortunately, she was just too sexy. Maybe not a Victoria 's Secret model, but young and hot.

[@cassandrawright-mq5kp]

@@mangafq8 Think so. A roaming perv's eye would def been caught by, "Young, hot, sexy," but teen girls like Kelsey (I'm certain) and myself didn't think of it like that. It's hot outside, so put on the shorts. My Mom would've said, "YOU AREN'T going to the mall dressed like THAT, are you?!" My childhood friend's mom once complained she had to pull her 17yr old daughter aside, on orders from her husband, to explain on family vacation, she could NOT trot Florida beaches in her micro bikini barely on her ample bust, with long blonde hair & tanned bod, because, "The older men JUST CAN'T TAKE IT!!" (circa 1970.) Across the country, Ted Bundy was beginning his murder sprees on young women he specifically targeted. (p.s. Kelsey was very attractive.)

[@SK_30241]

I’m not saying this young lady did this, her situation was different but, I’d also like to add, don’t just sit in your car getting situated first. Get in your car and lock the doors immediately and then get situated. People really lack situational awareness these days because of their phones or this misguided notion that nothing could happen to them so they take their time in parking lots.

[@kencurtis2403]

If I get in and immediately lock my doors, the red security light is activated. Then if I try and start my vehicle, an alarm goes off. Bad design. I have to unlock the doors, start the car, and then relock to avoid alarm going off.

[@trapstar_1386]

@@kencurtis2403sounds like a blessing at the same time. So when your in trouble that alarm gone save you.

[@parrotsandmore7446]

Omg this scares me! She looks like my daughter, who goes to Target all the time 😩. I hate people

[@javsld568]

I remember one time my mom was held at gun point and she had just withdrawn the mortgage at the ATM. 😢 I would ask her to always leave with other people around not alone in the parking lot.

[@Janinemichelle389]

@@javsld568great advice 💯👍🙏

[@angelasmith257]

Same😭

[@earth7451]

Always SCAN your surroundings, especially at parking lots or places that don’t have too much people around. Also, get in the car and leave RIGHT AWAY!

[@Violet-fj8yd]

Lock the doors immediately!

[@brifowl1]

Was such a big case here in Kansas. I was about to go into high school and parents were soo protective because this went down. There were all sorts of defensive problems aimed at young women that popped up in honor of her.

[@Jenni31712]

Was this Kansas or Iowa they said she was in Iowa mall ?

[@susanrobinson9710]

I remember the Kelsy Smith case because I lived within a mile of where her body was found in 2007. It truly was heartbreaking what happened to this beautiful young girl. I do go to the OakPark Mall near where she was abducted from. Still can't bring myself to go inside the Target. 😢

[@AntiMasonic93]

Oh wow!🙄🙄🙄

[@babytash3]

🤗🤗🤗

[@spicyirwin5835]

Target didnt do anything but u could. Take self defense in care of Kelsy. Evil happens in more places than Target. Im so blown away how so many dont love or respect themselves or ANYBODY. Name a place there hasnt had a mass shootings. Stay Safe & Healthy💜🙏💜

[@susanrobinson9710]

@@spicyirwin5835 True it wasn't Target's fault nor have I ever blamed them. I am not even scared to go in there..just makes me a bit queasy I suppose.

[@stfuplsok]

Pls don't target Target. Target is not targeting you or other people.

[@OceanBaby813]

He’s so demented they need to look into him further bc he’s done other really bad things. 😮

[@cynthg9547]

Rest in paradise 🕊️ beautiful girl you did not deserve this happening to you. Prayers to Kelsey family .

[@اميرمادرا]

I agree with you

[@Shreddittrading]

The reason why all those Police Departments took her family so seriously so soon wasnt because they raised her not to be late it was because her Daddy was a Cop. If it had been the child of a regular civilian they wouldve waited days and then went and looked for the body.

[@michellewebb9393]

My Heart Truly Feels Their Pain as A mother who lost my oldest daughter .God Bless And Keep You ❤🙏

[@belindacasique7501]

Lock your doors as soon as you get in your vehicle

[@Grouse2275]

You should act as if you're under observation all the time.... there's a good chance that at times you actually are...... at a Mall or shopping center, walk out to your car indirectly and make a quick turn to your car. Have your panic alarm ready and use it if you're uncomfortable. Get in your car, lock it, start it and leave. Don't talk on your phone while walking. If anyone ever attacks you FIGHT BACK no matter what.... never leave with that person or persons.

[@justinb4239]

speaking only for myself, this is not the person to be narrating or hosting such content

[@EricaChavira-on4oz]

Agree

[@normacasini838]

Eloquent and professional telling of this very sad and unfortunate account of Kelsey Smith. God bless the family, their friends, and others who have been touched by a crime like this. Keep safe and be aware.

[@lindagraham2050]

This is horrifying! I’ve sent this video to my own teen/young adult children to watch. I’ve always taught them to be aware of everything going on around them at all times.

[@ラッセル9728]

Crazy you guys now showcase this. I recently found out about this case like a month ago randomly on a shock website which showed the video of her getting abducted at target.

[@tjohnson7811]

I got tired looking at narrator instead of pictures/ videos relating to the actual case.

[@jannasmith3275]

Its scary to know im the age she would have been had she been alive. This is heartbreaking as usual. I hate monsters

[@ImGinaMarie]

1 life sacrificed to save the life of many.. heartbreaking ...😢 thank you for mentioning to all to scream and fight before being forced to give in to demands.

[@dirt_reborn]

You’re beautiful & genuine with great morals Annie. You do great focusing on the victims in these videos and calling the scum bags out for what they are. May God bless this family. I couldn’t even imagine.

[@amandazielinski8701]

This video was extremely helpful and I thank you for producing it. I am a woman who lives in the Bay Area, CA where crime has increased. I have wanted to share how I protect myself when I have to run errands and park (especially near vans/SUVs) at the likes of Target, Safeway, Whole Foods, Walgreens, etc. I now use a large carabiner to hold my keys, warning whistle, and pepper spray. This allows me to simply hook it on/off my purse, jacket or bra-tank straps when needed. This also allows for quick/easy accessibility in case of emergency with no fumbling. Most importantly, it serves as a strong visual deterrent for potential predators. I have personally witnessed how people stay away from me in sketchy public settings with this get up (guessing I look more like an off-duty police officer). Ladies, you must walk strong, make eye contact, and have an "air pocket" around you at all times. I have made the same for my mother since she is elderly and could easily be victimized at any time.