Did he seriously say a 17 year old hit on him.. how dare he insult her and her family even further.. disgusting. Love to Valerie and her family..thank you for sharing this case
Thank you for covering her story. This was my niece. Our whole family has been torn up over this. We cry everyday over her, I wake up from panic attacks while I’m sleeping, this has been HELL. We all miss her so much 😭💔💔💔
I feel like he tried to make a move on her, she rejected him, and he got so angry he killed her. Also, I hate to judge people based on appearances but he literally looks like every child predator rolled into one person. The box of papers and VHS tapes is DEFINITELY CP. I also feel like he’s probably killed before. Rest in peace to Valerie. She seemed like such a beautiful soul who was going to do great things with her life and that was taken from her because of this monster.
I’m thinking the exact same thing. They were in his bedroom and he took his belt off at one point, I doubt it was when they were “shoving” each other. He clearly already built the hole and already knew how and what to do with the body, there’s definitely way more that’s left out
I would think that but maybe they were something a little more. I mean doing a lot of activities alone and willing to spend time with him alone. Then he had her tracked 24/7. Sounds like a psycho bf. Maybe he saw something he didn’t like, for instance talking to a boy or something and he killed her in a rage fit.
I completely agree with you! Even if she was plaining to "blackmail" him, if he wasn't guilty why would he be forced to kill her. His story makes zero sense and I truly feel for this family.
Let me just add, Valerie would have never “blackmailed him into buying her a new car”. She LOVED her little Honda & babied it. She asked her dad how to make her 1st car last her whole life. I don’t believe a thing that monster says.
I wanted to give you prayers, can’t believe I’m seeing this case here; I live in rush county, me and family have prayed for yours. Rest in peace, and please stay safe.
@TooCoolforCardi Valerie is her niece… gro*ming is hidden and the children who are getting ab*sed don’t often notice or see what’s happening because they are kids. It’s a power imbalance that is placed on the child that they should respect someone because they’re older. Dont be ignorant or rude to ANYONE who lost someone in a horrific way.
I wish more parents would realize this I feel bad for them but so many cases of inappropriate incidents with children because of a family friend or neighbor that was alone with them
@@bimobop that’s how my old neighbors were. Their teenage daughter asked to hang out with my husband and I once. We both told her parents saying that’s not appropriate and the parents didn’t understand what the big deal was. We were weirded out by their lack of concern but it’s grosses me out more as time goes on.
@@amt-vi1uo yeah, "family friends" should probably hang out with the whole family, right? Like, cookouts, movie nights and stuff. Kids and teens do need adults to confide in that are not parents, but that role should probably be filled by a professional counselor or teacher. Or an aunt/uncle, older cousin, whatever. It's just statistically so dangerous and any adult trying to single out a minor to hang out with or befriend in a one on one way is sus
his explanation for why he murdered her is absolutely disgusting. he’s such a good guy that he denied her sexual advances and would never do that with a minor, so instead he MURDERS her?? this case is so horrific, how dare he speak on her that way when she can’t tell her side of what happened.
@@abanderson4704i feel like either she denied his advances, or actually was molested or groomed by him and threatened to out him; even if either case happened, it’s still his fault entirely
Why is her family allowing it?especially after stating that he acted like a jealous boyfriend?How does a 17 year old see the danger if her family doesnt?
So he killed her in his bedroom, huh? What in the hell was a 17 year old girl doing in a 59 year old man's bedroom? And he's taking her to Aquariums, taking her out for lunch, stalking her with these crazy apps- wtf? Smells like bullshit. His intentions with her were so innocent that he killed her for trying to seduce him... please. Just please. RIP Valerie. This should have never happened.
You can tell you’re a mom these days with how much anger and disgust I can feel in your voice when talking about these cases. We appreciate you for your work to bring awareness to these victims cases, I know it can be hard and devastating, so thank you
He tried to have sex with her or came on to her. She said no and he was worried she was going to tell someone. Or it had been going on for awhile and she threatened to tell someone and he killed her. His excuse is such bull crap.
@@purpleexplorer2263yes but there’s a lot of things pointing to the other direction too. They spent a lot of time alone also going to places. Then he was tracking her every move like a jealous bf. Maybe they did have something but she was going to stop and he got mad. That’s why he was so adamant to say there was nothing between them but she was the one who was trying to seduce him! Disgusting P.O.S!
Sadly, 17 in today's day and age is no longer "a kid"... our modern societies keep stealing the innocence of our children...they are lost... 15'30 says so much....Despicable scumbag regardless
Never! Not a coach, not a teacher, not a neighbor, not a boss, not an uncle, not a stepdad, not a priest nor a pastor. Anybody that wants to hang with a child/younger person is absolutely suspect.
@anabilbao6102 so not your father either? Because they can abuse you too. Grandfather too... I think it's good to be aware of the risks but not to live in fear. Talk to your children about that you're always there for them and how important it is to talk to your parents when something happened.
Agreed. I was close to a coach of mines and he never crossed the line if taking me over to his house or anything super personal like that. There needs to be boundaries
I always think when watching your videos, “if I die I hope someone talks about me as great as Kendall talks about all these victims” You’re such a gem thank you for all you do
Ugh Kendall, your emphasis on the word "please" when you said "till then, PLEASE stay safe out there" made me tear up. You don't usually end it like that and it just made me realize how safe we need to be. Protect your loved ones at all costs, and even then it isn't enough and evil comes through. Ugh. Rest in peace, sweet Valerie.
Kendall, you truly feel like the cooler big sister that teaches you style, grace and so much more. I’ve literally been watching you since I was 17 & now I’m 25! Keep up the great content, your voice is so calming and I can truly listen to your content all day. I love the whole mile higher production and content from the sesh, mile higher, & lights out! Love seeing all the growth & the positive work you do with NCMEC & in the true crime world ❤❤
For real, her channel was one of the first channels i ever subscribed to and i have been watching ever since. i love all of their podcasts and channels keep up the amazing content 🩷
And how did the family not realize she was in his office for a full day?? The fact he was so quick to say his family didn’t know “nothing” about this makes me winder
During one of the interviews with Valerie’s parents they said that when Patrick and his wife came over to “console” them after she went missing they were basically trying to push the narrative of her running away. They made it sound like him and his wife were both in on it. I’m curious to know if the wife knew or not.
I definitely think that his wife knew about what happened. Like why did he specifically say during his confession that his family knew nothing? Until then, nothing implicated them so why bring that up? Also, during their interview, her parents said some things about the wife as well that made it sound suspicious. Like why did she have to push the narrative that Valerie ran away?
*Listening to her mom tore me up, as I know what losing a child is like. One of my twin sons died just weeks before his and his twin's 16th birthday, so around the same age as Valerie was. It was an unknown medical thing, but the devastation is the same. Literally the worst grief there is. Love & Light to them.*
As a mom I can't comprehend the pain & agony you go through losing a child. My heart truly goes out to you & your family, especially his twin, must be totally devastating.
@@maddienellis7148 Thank you. I can't imagine not only losing my child but losing them to violence; must be horrible to have to make peace with that somehow.
@@sharongrigg5336 Well, it's not the easiest journey, I can tell you that. So complicated when a child hasn't even lived to become an adult, thus no chance for so many firsts that don't come now. I'm more worried about his twin, who has Asberger's. And we can't do anything to help him other than be there for him always, and make sure he knows that. I am sure losing your twin has a special hell to it.
This really hits home for me. She was just 4 months older than my first born and my child just received her acceptance letter yesterday. Valerie should be here doing the same. 😞💔
I live 20 minutes from Rushville. I’ve been hoping you would cover this case! It is a very tragic case that has had such an impact on the community. I’ve been following you since you were doing makeup reviews. Thank you for spreading awareness Kendall.
i like around 20 mins away from rushville/arlington area too. there were missing posters everywhere and so many facebook posts from people close to her
How awful. A family friend, a neighbor, a boss…a person they all trusted. That heartless scum I hope justice is served and he rots. Heart goes to her family and friends. RIP Valerie…
Poor baby. A life taken too soon. Also, I don't believe the neighbor when he says she was going to "blackmail" him. I fully believe he tried assaulting her and didn't want her to tell anyone, so he took out the only witness he could.
So did his wife or kids know? I mean, if my husband or my dad were suspected of being involved in the missing case of someone they employed, I would have lots of questions. And if we lived on a big property, I would walk around and look for signs. Especially if there was a pile of dirt from a recently dug up hole! I wouldn’t want to sleep next to a murder!!
Update: he plead guilty and was sentenced to 57 years. I couldn't find anything about what was on the VHS tapes. Maybe because there was no trial it never came out what was on them.
he’s above being “involved” and rejects being seduced by a 17 year old, but “wasn’t too crazy” about killing and disposing her body?? Yeah right. SO much love and healing and love to her and her poor family.
After saying in front of other people in a fine upstanding non stalker way that he was taking her somewhere special to eat? Ugh what a self made victim he is.
Thank you for your transparency around the NECMEC donation! Including details like amount raised, amount matched, and the total amount donated overall is so great to hear from a rep of the org that got the money!! Appreciate your diligence 💚
I have a good friend that was missing for 23 years on New Years. She was 17. She was beautiful, and was one of the sweetest people you will ever meet, just not very street smart. She trusted everyone she met, and would go anywhere with anyone. She disappeared in a minivan, and no evidence of her or the vehicle has ever been found. After this much time has passed, I long ago accepted the fact that she is gone, but I don't how I will feel if she is ever found. Even though I know she is gone, there is still some glimmer of hope. While part of me wants to know what happened to her, the other wants to believe that she met some guy and is off somewhere living her best life. Having a missing person in your life is an indescribable feeling. It's a kind of torture. I would love to put her case out there, in hope that someone will take the time to look for her.
My heart broke when they said they wanted to go over to his house so bad. I cannot imagine being next door to someone who you think took your daughters life, it would be so hard to not just break into their house
As soon as I got the notification, I dropped everything and started watching. This awful case happened in the county next to where I live. I feel for her parents , RIP Valerie
The cut at 7:52 showing your cat flipping around just to smoosh his little face into the side of the bed is adorable. Very comforting for what is truly a heart breaking case
its incredibly heartbreaking watching interviews from loved ones after they have lost their family member. seeing her parents speak instantly makes me cry
I'm from southern Indiana, about 3 hours south of where this case happened. I remember getting the silver alert notification. I had no idea about any of this past the alert. Thank you for everything you do, Kendall
I'm from Northeast Indiana, about 45 minutes north of Ft Wayne. I remember getting the Silver alert too. It was all on our local FtW news too. Just devastating. 😢
Name one predator that doesn’t swear it’s the child who was trying to seduce them. They all say it and it makes me sick to think of what she went through on the day she was murdered. An older man who was a family friend did the same stuff to me when I was younger taking me out, bringing me food, buying me gifts and I was so young I thought he was just being nice to me until he would try to hold my hand then little by little started calling me his girlfriend. I thank God for my mother and his wife who stepped in and protected me. Some people are just disgusting.
I live in rushville and my neighbor was friends with the family and had nothing but nice things to say about her , so sad and the community still talks about it , I was hoping you would cover this case she deserves justice !!! Love your videos always !!
I’ll never forget when I first started watching your videos you said “if you’re new, then welcome,” and I can’t think of any other channel that says that. It made me feel welcome and good to watch your video and I love that you still say that
Thank you for covering this. I live one town over in the town where her car was found, Shelbyville He worked for a company that my dad and I have used before. My family photographer lives in Rushville, too. He has received 57 years in prison...
I’m about to be 17, also born and lived through some hard times in Indianapolis and also moved to a smaller area. I share a lot of commonalities with Valerie, so I find this case really close to my heart and of course very saddening. My heart breaks for her and her family and I wish them the best in healing and I hope justice gets fully served ♥️I’m also glad that the authorities reacted quickly and took the family’s worries seriously considering that unfortunately, that’s not super common these days
Just stay away from older people. No matter how "cool" they may seem. One thing I've learned in life, people are pretty bad and don't care who or what they hurt. Just focus on school and be cautious of people's intentions!
Sorry but I would NEVER allow one of my teenage daughters to be alone with a grown man or let him track her!!! Parents need to realize that they can’t trust anyone completely especially around your kids!! Talk to your kids starting at a young age about not letting anyone touch them, threaten them or make them feel ‘funny’!! Let your kids know they can talk to you about ANYTHING!!!! The parents should have said she wasn’t allowed in a house with him unless there were other people around or to go anywhere alone with him PERIOD!!!! I can’t imagine what they are going through!! Please make what happened to this girl help other people on how to keep their kids safer!! Prayers Valerie & her family get justice!! 🙏🏻
Have those VHS tapes been examined, or were they destroyed in the garage fire? I hope there is a thorough, proper investigation, this pile of human garbage may have had other victims.
Police will have a VHS tape player for this very reason. VHS recordings can't be traced online or recovered on a laptop. They know what's on those tapes.
Kendall, your hair has gotten so long. You look so beautiful, your shining girl. Motherhood has brought you such a beautiful glow ✨🙏🏻 Thank you for all your hard work and dedication. You tell these true crime stories with such immaculate "Mattter of fact" tones that not ALL channels can are capable of and you show these families heart felt love and dedication. Thank you, for being you🙏🏻❤️
Kendall you should check out and possibly cover the Marlborough Hotel In Winnipeg Manitoba (Canada) case that is currently ongoing. I don't think it is getting enough attention nor that the hotel will be shut down despite what "allegedly" has happened in the hotel.
Ugh this case hits so close to home. Literally… About an hour away. I remember hearing about her disappearance and felt gut-wrenched as details began to emerge. So scary how many monsters walk among us… thank you for talking about this case, Kendall.
The thing that really made me happy was that the police actually worked hard to find her unlike a lot of cases, they actually kept going no matter how long the case has been going on.
Thank you for covering this case it happened in the state where I was born and raised and where I still reside. I can't even express how tragic this case is and how to me it proves that you just can't trust anyone anymore. There's no way that the story this monster told is anything close to what happened,no 17 year old girl is going to try to seduce a man of this age, it's clear he was obsessed with this girl wanting to know her location constantly and following her on Life 360, absolutely no non family members need to be following minor children on Life 360.
u know what really bothers me about cases like this is that these people clearly know they are sick and family members also probably know they are sick, they don't help them or suggest help. It hurts my heart that these things happen
I can’t imagine finding out your daughter is laying in the cold ground next door the whole time , all alone poor baby. She was tooo tooo young. Evil walks this earth, be careful everyone..
I can’t be the only person who for sure believes he has killed before. His non-plussed way of confessing, his reasonings (which were obvious fabrications) and the box of VHS tapes??? Buried WITH her?! Burning the garage down? I shudder to think what’s on those and who else he has hurt. I am so sorry for her family and for this poor girl who had already suffered through a traumatic experience and was obviously groomed and taken advantage of. I hope the family finds peace and he is convicted.
As a mom of a 2 year old daughter, this is just sickening. The world we live in is truly terrifying. How are we, as parents, able to give our children freedom while also keeping them safe?!? I pray for this poor family that they are able to get justice for their baby girl and pray they will one day have peace in their hearts🥺 😢
This case is heartbreaking. It is especially hard as a mom. His lack of remorse is disgusting. On a side note Kendall, you look amazing! I’m a mom of two little on a heath journey. Listening to your podcast with your girls helped me get back into it. Someone said “tell yourself to do it for 5 minutes a day” and it clicked. 5 minutes of doing something good for my body is better than nothing. Also, once I am already doing it I might as well do it for longer! And on days I’m exhausted and can’t do it longer, 5 minutes is better than staying on my ass! I also loved the running for 1 minutes a day! I always hate how I have bad cardio and so embarrassed how I can’t even run longer than 2 minutes. But your podcast honestly help me to see I need to meet myself where I am at and then go up from there. Thank you as always! I hope this sweet girl is resting peacefully and he gets haunted by all his demons.
Thank you so much for covering this sweet girls story. I hope that this man rots in prison for the rest of his life, and suffers in the ways in which Valerie did. Her story hits very close to home for me, as when I was just turned 18 years old, I became the prey of a registered sex offender, who I didn’t know was an offender at the time, who was 28 years old at the time. I am now going on 23 and he is 33, and to this day harasses me and tries to bring me back to him. I really hope that Valerie is resting peacefully, and her legacy will continue forever. She had so much to give in this life, and it is devastating that it was ripped away from her. Sending love to all who knew and loved her as well as love to you Kendall for bringing awareness to her story ❤
You are a beautiful soul Kendall. You are an inspiration to all of us and thank you for always dedicating your time, resources and especially finance to such amazing organizations. I wish you all the best in life. May God bless you and your family. You definitely have a beautiful spot in heaven.
I live in Indiana, about 30 miles north of Indy, and had not heard about this. How so sad, and to know it wss someone who was supposedly a trusted family friend, and someone who had emplpyed Valerie, is just sickening. We will keep this family in our prayers, that justice is given quickly, and severely. He never deserves to see NEVER breathe fresh air again, NEVER deserves to see the light of day again. May God hold this family close to Him, and give them the comfort they will need for the difficult days ahead. And God Bless YOU KENDALL & JOSH, and your team, for ALL the hard work & donations which are given to offer help to these hurting families.
Kendall is what is right with the world. I appreciate the donations you make that help so many people. I can’t say enough about how much of a gem you are.
the video of valerie’s parents is heartbreaking, especially knowing they moved to that town in the hope that she would be safe. praying that patrick gets put behind bars quickly without legal hassle. ❤️
How awesomely inspiring how much many people care, including Kendall. God bless you all 🙏🙏. If you can't give money, keep praying, always praying 🙏🙏❤️❤️
Kendall, I have been following your account for the past two years. I just wanted to thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for promoting the Anti-Predator Project. I am a survivor of human trafficking, and I'd given up hope in rescuing those still trapped on the route- I'd reported about it to everyone from the local police to the FBI. Now, for the first time in years, I genuinely have hope again. If they do save anyone, anyone at all because of my report, I want you to know that it was because of you. Thank you so, so much, and have a happy July 4th week!
I haven't heard about this case, but as soon as you talked about Patrick, I said to myself "yep he did it" damn that poor girl 😭 her poor family, my thoughts and prayers are with them all 🙏🙏🙏♥️♥️♥️
This is completely heartbreaking. Hearing her mother speak just brought tears to my eyes. As a new mother I cannot imagine the pain. I really hope he doesn’t get off lightly😣
Omg how sad😢😢 her parents just absolutely broke my heart!! I pray they get the appropriate justice they desrerve and hes locked up for the rest of his miserable life!! RIP sweet beautiful girl 🙏🙏
Did he seriously say a 17 year old hit on him.. how dare he insult her and her family even further.. disgusting. Love to Valerie and her family..thank you for sharing this case
My jaw dropped I was enraged .
I guarantee you he has victimized others, you don’t start being a predator if this magnitude all of a sudden!
SICKENING, SO U LET A CHILD, NVM... 2:33 I HAVENT WATCHED..
I know. Also look at him...NO ONE is hitting on that
i bet he hit on her and she rejected him (understandably since she was *17*) and then he got mad and killed her for it :(
“I was so proud of her and I never got to tell her that” fucking tore my heart apart
Yeah when the mom said that it was just brutal.
Legit sobbing from that comment. I want to hug her mom so bad.
That was the most heartbreaking thing I’ve ever heard 💔
I’m so sorry😢😢😢😢😢
This is my baby cousin I’m so happy you chose to do a story on her to get her story out there!! Thank you much appreciated!!
I’m sorry for your loss 💔
love and prayers to your family, god rest her soul
So sorry for your loss absolutely terrible. 😢
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😢I’m so very sorry for your family’s loss❤
Thank you for covering her story. This was my niece. Our whole family has been torn up over this. We cry everyday over her, I wake up from panic attacks while I’m sleeping, this has been HELL. We all miss her so much 😭💔💔💔
Please know that there are people out here that understand and are keeping you in their thoughts. Take care❤
@@patriciagrillo1843 thank you 😭❤️
So sorry. Sending prayers and love to the family
So sorry. Sending prayers and love to the family
So sorry. Sending prayers and love to the family
I feel like he tried to make a move on her, she rejected him, and he got so angry he killed her. Also, I hate to judge people based on appearances but he literally looks like every child predator rolled into one person. The box of papers and VHS tapes is DEFINITELY CP. I also feel like he’s probably killed before. Rest in peace to Valerie. She seemed like such a beautiful soul who was going to do great things with her life and that was taken from her because of this monster.
I’m thinking the exact same thing. They were in his bedroom and he took his belt off at one point, I doubt it was when they were “shoving” each other. He clearly already built the hole and already knew how and what to do with the body, there’s definitely way more that’s left out
I'm sure that's exactly what happened or something very similar.
I think he did more thank make a move on her and that’s why he killed her bc he didn’t want her to tell on him.
I would think that but maybe they were something a little more. I mean doing a lot of activities alone and willing to spend time with him alone. Then he had her tracked 24/7. Sounds like a psycho bf. Maybe he saw something he didn’t like, for instance talking to a boy or something and he killed her in a rage fit.
I completely agree with you! Even if she was plaining to "blackmail" him, if he wasn't guilty why would he be forced to kill her. His story makes zero sense and I truly feel for this family.
Let me just add, Valerie would have never “blackmailed him into buying her a new car”. She LOVED her little Honda & babied it. She asked her dad how to make her 1st car last her whole life. I don’t believe a thing that monster says.
I wanted to give you prayers, can’t believe I’m seeing this case here; I live in rush county, me and family have prayed for yours.
Rest in peace, and please stay safe.
@TooCoolforCardioh my god, why don't you shut up for once
@TooCoolforCardi Valerie is her niece… gro*ming is hidden and the children who are getting ab*sed don’t often notice or see what’s happening because they are kids. It’s a power imbalance that is placed on the child that they should respect someone because they’re older. Dont be ignorant or rude to ANYONE who lost someone in a horrific way.
I pray you and Valerie’s loved ones find some peace in this terrible situation.
I don’t care how good of a family friend a grown man is. One should NEVER be “just friends” with a teenager.
I wish more parents would realize this I feel bad for them but so many cases of inappropriate incidents with children because of a family friend or neighbor that was alone with them
@@bimobop that’s how my old neighbors were. Their teenage daughter asked to hang out with my husband and I once. We both told her parents saying that’s not appropriate and the parents didn’t understand what the big deal was. We were weirded out by their lack of concern but it’s grosses me out more as time goes on.
@@amt-vi1uo yeah, "family friends" should probably hang out with the whole family, right? Like, cookouts, movie nights and stuff. Kids and teens do need adults to confide in that are not parents, but that role should probably be filled by a professional counselor or teacher. Or an aunt/uncle, older cousin, whatever. It's just statistically so dangerous and any adult trying to single out a minor to hang out with or befriend in a one on one way is sus
@@pastelroswell it’s creepy
his explanation for why he murdered her is absolutely disgusting. he’s such a good guy that he denied her sexual advances and would never do that with a minor, so instead he MURDERS her?? this case is so horrific, how dare he speak on her that way when she can’t tell her side of what happened.
He obviously tried to rape her and she fought him off.
I'm wondering if maybe she denied his advances, and it just progressed from there.
@@abanderson4704i feel like either she denied his advances, or actually was molested or groomed by him and threatened to out him; even if either case happened, it’s still his fault entirely
He's a POS. I can't imagine the pain and fear that poor girl went through.
Why is someone’s grandpa hanging out with a 17 year old as equals? What a creep!
Why is her family allowing it?especially after stating that he acted like a jealous boyfriend?How does a 17 year old see the danger if her family doesnt?
There’s not a single reason why a 50+ year old should be a friend with a 17 year old child. Not a single one.
The parents allowed it and probably knew they were dating but didn’t give a crap the parents should be serving time as well
Not one!
Literally I feel like the parents have to live with that
Exactly!
I totally agree! When a 50yr old is friends with a minor child people need to take notice and ask uncomfortable questions.
So he killed her in his bedroom, huh?
What in the hell was a 17 year old girl doing in a 59 year old man's bedroom? And he's taking her to Aquariums, taking her out for lunch, stalking her with these crazy apps- wtf? Smells like bullshit. His intentions with her were so innocent that he killed her for trying to seduce him... please. Just please.
RIP Valerie. This should have never happened.
EXACTLY
Riiiight!!!
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That’s exactly what I thought!!!StrangeTHE BEDROOM???????
I would not let my 16-year-old daughter be friends with a 50-year-old man that’s never going to happen because that’s just weird. That’s just creepy.
You can tell you’re a mom these days with how much anger and disgust I can feel in your voice when talking about these cases. We appreciate you for your work to bring awareness to these victims cases, I know it can be hard and devastating, so thank you
I find it hard to believe this is the first time this guy has killed anyone. He is truly sick and twisted. Rest in peace Valerie :(
Me too. He was too casual when they asked him why he did it
RIP Valerie. I hope she gets justice and her killer rots in prison.
The “I never got to tell her” & that gasp after it hits home. My heart goes out to them.
How do you “kind of just” strangle a child? It’s absolutely disgusting he continued to blame her after he killed her. I’m so sorry to her family.
He tried to have sex with her or came on to her. She said no and he was worried she was going to tell someone. Or it had been going on for awhile and she threatened to tell someone and he killed her. His excuse is such bull crap.
I think he likely assaulted her and was afraid she would talk.
@@purpleexplorer2263yes but there’s a lot of things pointing to the other direction too. They spent a lot of time alone also going to places. Then he was tracking her every move like a jealous bf. Maybe they did have something but she was going to stop and he got mad. That’s why he was so adamant to say there was nothing between them but she was the one who was trying to seduce him! Disgusting P.O.S!
If I'm going with an older men in an aquarium that's because we have a relationship
Well Junior Ramirez, I highly doubt that you're a teenage girl, or ever have been, soooo thanks for your opinion I guess....
Just DISGUSTING - how many scumbags are preying on kids. And these evil, sick folks in this society, are not brought to justice by the DA or judges.
Her parents are partly responsible for this. They failed her.
Because the DA and Judges are probably the same people preying on young girls
Her parents ignored the red flags
Sadly, 17 in today's day and age is no longer "a kid"... our modern societies keep stealing the innocence of our children...they are lost... 15'30 says so much....Despicable scumbag regardless
@@jedimindtrick-pi8xeblaming a victims family for something someone else did is insane.
Never ever let a grown man get close to your kids , idc who they are , they do not have good intentions.
Crazy that has to even be said but you are 100 percent right
Never! Not a coach, not a teacher, not a neighbor, not a boss, not an uncle, not a stepdad, not a priest nor a pastor. Anybody that wants to hang with a child/younger person is absolutely suspect.
Exactly. There’s no good reason for a grown man to befriend a child.
@anabilbao6102 so not your father either? Because they can abuse you too. Grandfather too... I think it's good to be aware of the risks but not to live in fear. Talk to your children about that you're always there for them and how important it is to talk to your parents when something happened.
Agreed. I was close to a coach of mines and he never crossed the line if taking me over to his house or anything super personal like that. There needs to be boundaries
I always think when watching your videos, “if I die I hope someone talks about me as great as Kendall talks about all these victims”
You’re such a gem thank you for all you do
Ugh Kendall, your emphasis on the word "please" when you said "till then, PLEASE stay safe out there" made me tear up. You don't usually end it like that and it just made me realize how safe we need to be. Protect your loved ones at all costs, and even then it isn't enough and evil comes through. Ugh. Rest in peace, sweet Valerie.
Theres something so calming about the kitty napping in the background. Keeps the anxiety I have listening to the case at bay. RIP beautiful Valerie
I just LOVE seeing your little kitty sitting so peacefully next to you. Praying that justice comes quickly for Valerie.
Kendall, you truly feel like the cooler big sister that teaches you style, grace and so much more. I’ve literally been watching you since I was 17 & now I’m 25! Keep up the great content, your voice is so calming and I can truly listen to your content all day. I love the whole mile higher production and content from the sesh, mile higher, & lights out! Love seeing all the growth & the positive work you do with NCMEC & in the true crime world ❤❤
Same here! Love seeing the progress of this channel Kendall ❤️👏🏾😊
Love her channel, been watching for few years
I feel you! Specially because she actually reminds me of my older sister and I’m also your age ❤ Kendall is the best 🥰
For real, her channel was one of the first channels i ever subscribed to and i have been watching ever since. i love all of their podcasts and channels keep up the amazing content 🩷
And how did the family not realize she was in his office for a full day?? The fact he was so quick to say his family didn’t know “nothing” about this makes me winder
During one of the interviews with Valerie’s parents they said that when Patrick and his wife came over to “console” them after she went missing they were basically trying to push the narrative of her running away. They made it sound like him and his wife were both in on it. I’m curious to know if the wife knew or not.
@@293shannonnicoleyes was just getting ready to say this. They were implicating the husband and the wife it sounded like.
Yeah the mother said his wife was saying to her that "oh she ran away at 17 so that's what prob happened ". I believe the wife knew.
@@smurfyleeright. I was looking for this narrative because there’s no way she didn’t know 😡
I definitely think that his wife knew about what happened. Like why did he specifically say during his confession that his family knew nothing? Until then, nothing implicated them so why bring that up?
Also, during their interview, her parents said some things about the wife as well that made it sound suspicious. Like why did she have to push the narrative that Valerie ran away?
*Listening to her mom tore me up, as I know what losing a child is like. One of my twin sons died just weeks before his and his twin's 16th birthday, so around the same age as Valerie was. It was an unknown medical thing, but the devastation is the same. Literally the worst grief there is. Love & Light to them.*
I’m so sorry for your loss. I couldn’t imagine anything worse. Lots and lots of love and prayers for you and your family
As a mom I can't comprehend the pain & agony you go through losing a child. My heart truly goes out to you & your family, especially his twin, must be totally devastating.
@@maddienellis7148 Thank you. I can't imagine not only losing my child but losing them to violence; must be horrible to have to make peace with that somehow.
@@sharongrigg5336 Well, it's not the easiest journey, I can tell you that. So complicated when a child hasn't even lived to become an adult, thus no chance for so many firsts that don't come now.
I'm more worried about his twin, who has Asberger's. And we can't do anything to help him other than be there for him always, and make sure he knows that. I am sure losing your twin has a special hell to it.
So deeply sorry ❤
This really hits home for me. She was just 4 months older than my first born and my child just received her acceptance letter yesterday. Valerie should be here doing the same. 😞💔
I live 20 minutes from Rushville. I’ve been hoping you would cover this case! It is a very tragic case that has had such an impact on the community. I’ve been following you since you were doing makeup reviews. Thank you for spreading awareness Kendall.
i like around 20 mins away from rushville/arlington area too. there were missing posters everywhere and so many facebook posts from people close to her
How awful. A family friend, a neighbor, a boss…a person they all trusted. That heartless scum I hope justice is served and he rots. Heart goes to her family and friends. RIP Valerie…
Poor baby. A life taken too soon. Also, I don't believe the neighbor when he says she was going to "blackmail" him. I fully believe he tried assaulting her and didn't want her to tell anyone, so he took out the only witness he could.
100%. Total projection on his part. So sick.
i believe this too. he was definitely obsessed with her
So did his wife or kids know? I mean, if my husband or my dad were suspected of being involved in the missing case of someone they employed, I would have lots of questions. And if we lived on a big property, I would walk around and look for signs. Especially if there was a pile of dirt from a recently dug up hole! I wouldn’t want to sleep next to a murder!!
As a bunny mom, thank you for using Valarie’s bunny photo as a representation of her. Such a sweet soul. I’m so sorry this happened to her❤
:) im a bunny mom of 3
@@KendallRae et les chats aussi j'aime pas les lapins je préfère les minets❤❤😊
@@Solènelamigonnelicorne Elle s’appelle Valerie Tindall
@@kristennelson2480 bienvenue tata Kristenne 😊
I am also a bun mum of 3- love them so much, they are beautiful animals . ❤️
Hearing her mom in the interview is so heart breaking 💔 I’m so sorry
Update: he plead guilty and was sentenced to 57 years. I couldn't find anything about what was on the VHS tapes. Maybe because there was no trial it never came out what was on them.
he’s above being “involved” and rejects being seduced by a 17 year old, but “wasn’t too crazy” about killing and disposing her body?? Yeah right. SO much love and healing and love to her and her poor family.
After saying in front of other people in a fine upstanding non stalker way that he was taking her somewhere special to eat? Ugh what a self made victim he is.
Thank you for your transparency around the NECMEC donation! Including details like amount raised, amount matched, and the total amount donated overall is so great to hear from a rep of the org that got the money!! Appreciate your diligence 💚
Normally I wouldn't ask but is this comment because of the complitionist? Or however you say his name?
I have a good friend that was missing for 23 years on New Years. She was 17. She was beautiful, and was one of the sweetest people you will ever meet, just not very street smart. She trusted everyone she met, and would go anywhere with anyone. She disappeared in a minivan, and no evidence of her or the vehicle has ever been found. After this much time has passed, I long ago accepted the fact that she is gone, but I don't how I will feel if she is ever found. Even though I know she is gone, there is still some glimmer of hope. While part of me wants to know what happened to her, the other wants to believe that she met some guy and is off somewhere living her best life. Having a missing person in your life is an indescribable feeling. It's a kind of torture. I would love to put her case out there, in hope that someone will take the time to look for her.
What was your friend's name and where is she missing from??
It’s so gruesome that he made a box to put her in. Valerie had such a bright future.
I can’t let go of the fact that they moved originally due to trauma she experienced. How tragic…
No one ever deserves this but 17??? My god she had her whole life ahead of her. What a disgusting monster
My heart broke when they said they wanted to go over to his house so bad. I cannot imagine being next door to someone who you think took your daughters life, it would be so hard to not just break into their house
As soon as I got the notification, I dropped everything and started watching. This awful case happened in the county next to where I live. I feel for her parents , RIP Valerie
When her mum said "i was so proud, but i never got to tell her that" and she broke down, oh my... I felt that. So heartbreaking. 💔
As a mama myself, this is one of my worst nightmares and I can only imagine the pain her family is feeling ❤️
The cut at 7:52 showing your cat flipping around just to smoosh his little face into the side of the bed is adorable. Very comforting for what is truly a heart breaking case
Wait he said “I moved her body from my bedroom to the office”… HOLD THE PHONE!!! Why was she in your bedroom?!? He is hiding a whole heck of a lot 🙄
its incredibly heartbreaking watching interviews from loved ones after they have lost their family member. seeing her parents speak instantly makes me cry
“It just kind of happened.” That sounds like something a high school student who gets caught cheating on a test would say ffs
the amount raised for NCMEC is insane Kendall, thank you so much💛💛 so much love for the Mile Higher team xxx
I'm from southern Indiana, about 3 hours south of where this case happened. I remember getting the silver alert notification. I had no idea about any of this past the alert. Thank you for everything you do, Kendall
I'm from Northeast Indiana, about 45 minutes north of Ft Wayne. I remember getting the Silver alert too. It was all on our local FtW news too. Just devastating. 😢
Name one predator that doesn’t swear it’s the child who was trying to seduce them. They all say it and it makes me sick to think of what she went through on the day she was murdered. An older man who was a family friend did the same stuff to me when I was younger taking me out, bringing me food, buying me gifts and I was so young I thought he was just being nice to me until he would try to hold my hand then little by little started calling me his girlfriend. I thank God for my mother and his wife who stepped in and protected me. Some people are just disgusting.
I live in rushville and my neighbor was friends with the family and had nothing but nice things to say about her , so sad and the community still talks about it , I was hoping you would cover this case she deserves justice !!! Love your videos always !!
Her mother's sad face is so heartbreaking. This pervert will serve HARD time.
I’m suspicious that she was killed in his bedroom…. Makes you wonder what was actually going on….
I’ll never forget when I first started watching your videos you said “if you’re new, then welcome,” and I can’t think of any other channel that says that. It made me feel welcome and good to watch your video and I love that you still say that
Oh her parents. My heart is with them. May they find peace.
Thank you for covering this. I live one town over in the town where her car was found, Shelbyville
He worked for a company that my dad and I have used before.
My family photographer lives in Rushville, too.
He has received 57 years in prison...
Thanks for the update
I raised $1000 for NCMC by doing a live painting and actioning it off. You defiantly inspired me.
I’m about to be 17, also born and lived through some hard times in Indianapolis and also moved to a smaller area. I share a lot of commonalities with Valerie, so I find this case really close to my heart and of course very saddening. My heart breaks for her and her family and I wish them the best in healing and I hope justice gets fully served ♥️I’m also glad that the authorities reacted quickly and took the family’s worries seriously considering that unfortunately, that’s not super common these days
Just stay away from older people. No matter how "cool" they may seem. One thing I've learned in life, people are pretty bad and don't care who or what they hurt. Just focus on school and be cautious of people's intentions!
Sorry but I would NEVER allow one of my teenage daughters to be alone with a grown man or let him track her!!! Parents need to realize that they can’t trust anyone completely especially around your kids!! Talk to your kids starting at a young age about not letting anyone touch them, threaten them or make them feel ‘funny’!! Let your kids know they can talk to you about ANYTHING!!!! The parents should have said she wasn’t allowed in a house with him unless there were other people around or to go anywhere alone with him PERIOD!!!! I can’t imagine what they are going through!! Please make what happened to this girl help other people on how to keep their kids safer!! Prayers Valerie & her family get justice!! 🙏🏻
Have those VHS tapes been examined, or were they destroyed in the garage fire? I hope there is a thorough, proper investigation, this pile of human garbage may have had other victims.
They were buried.
My thoughts exactly. I thought either there are other victims or more evidence of him with Valarie.
Police will have a VHS tape player for this very reason. VHS recordings can't be traced online or recovered on a laptop. They know what's on those tapes.
Maybe the pos burned down his garage for insurance money or to distract the sniffer dogs.
This case is so incredibly heartbreaking.
Kendall, your hair has gotten so long. You look so beautiful, your shining girl. Motherhood has brought you such a beautiful glow ✨🙏🏻 Thank you for all your hard work and dedication. You tell these true crime stories with such immaculate "Mattter of fact" tones that not ALL channels can are capable of and you show these families heart felt love and dedication. Thank you, for being you🙏🏻❤️
She’s a mother now ?! I did not know that omg congratulations to herrrr !!! 🥰
Kendall you should check out and possibly cover the Marlborough Hotel In Winnipeg Manitoba (Canada) case that is currently ongoing. I don't think it is getting enough attention nor that the hotel will be shut down despite what "allegedly" has happened in the hotel.
Now I’m curious
THIS
hearing the parents…. i’m in tears. so devastating, a truly evil person to take such a beautiful young girl away.
Ugh this case hits so close to home. Literally… About an hour away. I remember hearing about her disappearance and felt gut-wrenched as details began to emerge. So scary how many monsters walk among us… thank you for talking about this case, Kendall.
The thing that really made me happy was that the police actually worked hard to find her unlike a lot of cases, they actually kept going no matter how long the case has been going on.
Thank you for covering this case it happened in the state where I was born and raised and where I still reside. I can't even express how tragic this case is and how to me it proves that you just can't trust anyone anymore. There's no way that the story this monster told is anything close to what happened,no 17 year old girl is going to try to seduce a man of this age, it's clear he was obsessed with this girl wanting to know her location constantly and following her on Life 360, absolutely no non family members need to be following minor children on Life 360.
There were a LOT of red flags prior to her disappearance.
u know what really bothers me about cases like this is that these people clearly know they are sick and family members also probably know they are sick, they don't help them or suggest help. It hurts my heart that these things happen
There is a reason you have almost 4 million subs Kendall, you're the best of the best!💯❤️
I can’t imagine finding out your daughter is laying in the cold ground next door the whole time , all alone poor baby. She was tooo tooo young. Evil walks this earth, be careful everyone..
I can’t be the only person who for sure believes he has killed before. His non-plussed way of confessing, his reasonings (which were obvious fabrications) and the box of VHS tapes??? Buried WITH her?! Burning the garage down? I shudder to think what’s on those and who else he has hurt. I am so sorry for her family and for this poor girl who had already suffered through a traumatic experience and was obviously groomed and taken advantage of. I hope the family finds peace and he is convicted.
Bravo for using your reach to help missing and exploited kids. Also for all the donors. You all have hearts of gold! Bravo!
its so good to see all law enforcements working quickly without errors and without giving up this time 👏🏻👏🏻
I’m hoping to work for NCMEC one day so I love that you support them so often.
As a mom of a 2 year old daughter, this is just sickening. The world we live in is truly terrifying. How are we, as parents, able to give our children freedom while also keeping them safe?!? I pray for this poor family that they are able to get justice for their baby girl and pray they will one day have peace in their hearts🥺 😢
Why did he have her on his life 360 app? And why were her parents okay with this?? I don't like it one bit.
I have a hard time believing that the parents are innocent. I believe they knew about some of the instances
This case is heartbreaking. It is especially hard as a mom. His lack of remorse is disgusting. On a side note Kendall, you look amazing! I’m a mom of two little on a heath journey. Listening to your podcast with your girls helped me get back into it. Someone said “tell yourself to do it for 5 minutes a day” and it clicked. 5 minutes of doing something good for my body is better than nothing. Also, once I am already doing it I might as well do it for longer! And on days I’m exhausted and can’t do it longer, 5 minutes is better than staying on my ass! I also loved the running for 1 minutes a day! I always hate how I have bad cardio and so embarrassed how I can’t even run longer than 2 minutes. But your podcast honestly help me to see I need to meet myself where I am at and then go up from there. Thank you as always!
I hope this sweet girl is resting peacefully and he gets haunted by all his demons.
Her parents seem so sad. My heart breaks for them
Thank you so much for covering this sweet girls story. I hope that this man rots in prison for the rest of his life, and suffers in the ways in which Valerie did. Her story hits very close to home for me, as when I was just turned 18 years old, I became the prey of a registered sex offender, who I didn’t know was an offender at the time, who was 28 years old at the time. I am now going on 23 and he is 33, and to this day harasses me and tries to bring me back to him. I really hope that Valerie is resting peacefully, and her legacy will continue forever. She had so much to give in this life, and it is devastating that it was ripped away from her. Sending love to all who knew and loved her as well as love to you Kendall for bringing awareness to her story ❤
wow and he was only 28 and already on a list?? wow! people often think of it as older ppl
Aww I see your kitty nearby you as you talk about Valerie. Sad story about her; your kitty looks like a sweetheart. 😻
You are a beautiful soul Kendall. You are an inspiration to all of us and thank you for always dedicating your time, resources and especially finance to such amazing organizations. I wish you all the best in life. May God bless you and your family. You definitely have a beautiful spot in heaven.
I live in Indiana, about 30 miles north of Indy, and had not heard about this. How so sad, and to know it wss someone who was supposedly a trusted
family friend, and someone who had emplpyed Valerie, is just sickening. We will keep this family in our prayers, that justice is given quickly, and severely.
He never deserves to see NEVER breathe fresh air again, NEVER deserves to see the light of day again.
May God hold this family close to Him, and give them the comfort they will need for the difficult days ahead.
And God Bless YOU KENDALL & JOSH, and your team, for ALL the hard work & donations which are given to offer help to these hurting families.
Kendall is what is right with the world. I appreciate the donations you make that help so many people. I can’t say enough about how much of a gem you are.
the video of valerie’s parents is heartbreaking, especially knowing they moved to that town in the hope that she would be safe. praying that patrick gets put behind bars quickly without legal hassle. ❤️
Thank you for covering Valerie's story. He should never get out. Heartless.
How awesomely inspiring how much many people care, including Kendall. God bless you all 🙏🙏. If you can't give money, keep praying, always praying 🙏🙏❤️❤️
I have chills and I’m bawling !!!! I am so greatful for everyone here who supports this wonderful organization!!
Why am i so emo over the little video for the donations! That’s so amazing🥹💕 thank you Kendall!
Kendall, I have been following your account for the past two years. I just wanted to thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for promoting the Anti-Predator Project. I am a survivor of human trafficking, and I'd given up hope in rescuing those still trapped on the route- I'd reported about it to everyone from the local police to the FBI. Now, for the first time in years, I genuinely have hope again. If they do save anyone, anyone at all because of my report, I want you to know that it was because of you. Thank you so, so much, and have a happy July 4th week!
I haven't heard about this case, but as soon as you talked about Patrick, I said to myself "yep he did it" damn that poor girl 😭 her poor family, my thoughts and prayers are with them all 🙏🙏🙏♥️♥️♥️
I am so mad that he said” I wasn’t too crazy about it” it makes my blood boiled so cruel
Kendall, you and Mile Higher Media are just wonderful...thank you for your advocacy work.
This is completely heartbreaking. Hearing her mother speak just brought tears to my eyes. As a new mother I cannot imagine the pain. I really hope he doesn’t get off lightly😣
This is so sad, rest in peace Valerie.
Omg how sad😢😢 her parents just absolutely broke my heart!! I pray they get the appropriate justice they desrerve and hes locked up for the rest of his miserable life!!
RIP sweet beautiful girl 🙏🙏
I think it is Amazing how much you give back to the community in so many ways. ❤
I love how your animals just go with the flow just like its a normal thing to be on camera 😂😂
right?! they obviously love being near her ❤