Issue 257, October 30, 2024

Adam Coy Testifies in Andre Hill Shooting Case, Cleotha Abston Pleads Guilty to Eliza Fletcher Murder

🕵️Trivia Question

What infamous case in the USA involved the kidnapping and murder of a young girl named Polly Klaas in 1993?
Answer at the bottom of the newsletter

What’s Happening Now

đź‘Ş Safety Tip of the Day: Teach children about safe strangers and emergency contacts

Educating children about who they can approach for help (like police officers, teachers, or store employees) and having a list of emergency contacts can empower them to respond appropriately in potentially dangerous situations. Role-playing different scenarios can help them practice how to react if they feel threatened or lost. Make sure they understand the importance of staying calm and reaching out for help.

Cold Case Highlights

🔍Trivia Answer
The case of Polly Klaas.

Polly Klaas was a 12-year-old girl who was abducted from her home in Petaluma, California, during a slumber party. Her abduction led to a massive search effort, but her body was discovered months later. The case brought national attention to the issue of child abductions and led to changes in laws regarding sex offenders. The perpetrator, Richard Allen Davis, was arrested and later sentenced to death for her murder, sparking discussions about the effectiveness of measures to protect children.