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Is that really you?
Question: I just watched the video and couldn't believe what I was seeing. I thought by now you'd be an old lady.
Asked on Monday, January 12, 2009 at 02:17:51 PM
Reply: I am. That's what old ladies look like when we color our hair.

Answered by: Kait's Mom

The video!!!!!
Question: I just now discovered that you've got a link to a video about Kait's case on the home page of this web site! That's terrific! Who is the young woman conducting the interview?
Asked on Monday, January 12, 2009 at 01:04:43 PM
Reply: Our daughter Robin just posted that link. I'm surprised that you noticed it so immediately. Others will probably need to refresh the page in order to view it.

Robin is a videotographer and a couple of months ago filmed a DVD, "A Visit with Lois Duncan," for teachers to use in schools. Our other surviving daughter, Kerry, (a former TV newswoman) is the person conducting the interview.

Only one small section of that video is about Kait's case, and that's what Robin has linked to this Web site. Any of you who are English teachers and want the 35 minute version of the DVD to use in classrooms can go to my professional Web site at loisduncan.arquettes.com and click on a link to order it on line.

Answered by: Kait's Mom

part II Roch Hart
Question: Sorry, got long winded. Also, with a new admin in, new OMI, you might get different results. Or, if the OMI does find something new, you could have that turned in to another agency, perhaps the FBI to examine because of your lack of trust of APD. I wonder how that jurisdiction thing would work, but could be a chance. You stated a large piece was missing, and if not found I believe it is still in the body. Where else?
Roch
Asked on Sunday, January 11, 2009 at 08:24:14 PM

Roch Hart Reply
Question: Hi. I really can't remember. I did not really keep track of the brass as they always kind of came and went. I recall a Lt. Quintana, and another LT. but can't remember his name. Man, once they leave you just kind of forget them. Sorry.

As for re-examining the body. The goal would be to find the one major missing piece of the slug or slugs from the rounds. You never know what it might open up. I mean, what if it matches a gun already in the system. What it also would do is see what kind of examination the OMI did. Perhaps if the OMI was pressured maybe he did not find the slug. Originally I thought nothing was found, and therefore my suggestion to re-examine. But after what you said about parts being found I still believe a caliber should have been identified. When I looked into any crime that was old that was where I started again. The old crime scene and re-examining the old stuff. So that was my tought process for what it matters.

Again, since I did not like dirty cops and made it well known, if there were any around me they stayed clear. So I can't help you on that. But from the officers you have mentioned I have known their reputations to be good. That does not mean something happened I did not know about, but just that I knew them to be good.

Asked on Sunday, January 11, 2009 at 08:21:18 PM

The good man
Question: To Lois- you refer in your book to "the good man who is afraid." To your knowledge, has he ever come forward?

Asked on Sunday, January 11, 2009 at 02:00:21 PM
Reply: If so, not to us. If he took his information to APD, it would quickly have been buried, as has the information from other people with knowledge about Kait's case who have offered it to APD and been turned away.

But that doesn't mean it's too late. This Web site, with a link to our personal e-mail, is an easy way for him to reach us.

He may be a member (perhaps now a former member) of APD and has the information about the people orchestrating the investigation of Kait's case that Roch Hart says he can't recall. If so, that would be wonderful. We know that Roch Hart is not the only member of APD who monitors this site. As I have often stated, we guarantee that we will not reveal the identity of anyone who provides information without his/her consent. I offer that promise in Kait's name.

Answered by: Kait's Mom

Unsolved Mysteries
Question: I apologize if this has already been posted. Recently the show "Unsolved Mysteries" has been running on SpikeTV. I don't know the usual airdate and time, but they have showed several marathons in the past few weeks. It appears to be the old episodes, but with some new updates and information. I haven't seen Kait's case yet but I will keep looking. Maybe the right person will see it at the right time.
Asked on Sunday, January 11, 2009 at 01:57:54 PM
Reply: The old "Unsolved Mysteries" shows have gone into syndication, and there's no way to know where or when they're going to pop up. For quite a while, it would happen on the Lifetime Channel. I'm not familiar with Spike TV, but if the show is being rerun there, then that's all to the good. You'll see me (20 years younger) and handsome Det. Steve Gallegos and the also handsome investigative reporter for the Albuquerque Journal, Mike Gallagher, being interviewed, along with a recreation of the case, as we knew it, in 1992.

Needless to say, all the new information we've acquired in the years since, which is on this Web site, drastically changes the direction the story was headed.

Thank you for letting us know.

Answered by: Kait's Mom

To Det. Hart
Question:
I'm curious: even if your suggestion to have Kait's body reexamined and the possibility that the OMI may have been involved in the coverup is true, what good would it do? If you read Ms. Duncan's book, you would see she clearly documents the Albuquerque PD's flat-out stonewalling on Kait's case. There IS indeed a coverup, and the PD has labled Kait's death "random" despite all facts. You should read the book for yourself; it's well-written and quickly digested.

How could evidence of OMI coverup change anything or help the Arquettes when the Albuquerque PD basically "owns" Kait's case and refuses to take another look at it, period?
Asked on Sunday, January 11, 2009 at 02:26:03 AM

OOPs Mistake
Question: I'm sorry I quoted you as saying I was in Violent Crimes. You did not say that. I did know those members, but can't remember who the LT. Capt, or Dep. Cheif was. Steve I think is working for a local bank doing bad checks or something. You should ask him. I really can't remember. Sorry.
Asked on Saturday, January 10, 2009 at 08:42:38 PM

Sorry
Question: Been busy and just checked the blog. I was never in Violent Crimes. If you got that impression I am sorry. Not sure where you got that. But after so many years you learn things. I remember Ruth and Steve both very good officers. Was Baca the Chief then? I can't remember for sure but I think it was him. I am surprised you don't know being at the time I thought you would have made an IA complaint or something. I can tell that I am only creating problems and no matter what I say won't help. If you wanted to get past the old stuff, you need new stuff and I gave you an idea. If you don't want to pursue it thats our deal. Take care, I will continue to pray for you and your family. Roch
Asked on Saturday, January 10, 2009 at 08:38:10 PM

Wheres Roch Haart?
Question: Why is Detective Hart no longer posting once you asked him who was in charge of Kait's case?
Asked on Saturday, January 10, 2009 at 03:38:13 PM
Reply: I imagine he is deciding how to respond.

Answered by: Kait's Mom

Monica again here...(pt. 2)
Question: Finally, two more thoughts for you: Previously, students/film schools and other beginning filmmakers have helped to shed light and bring attention and even community pressure to open, cold cases that have eluded justice. One example that comes to mind is Janet Chandlers unsolved 1979 murder was the basis of a student film made. It played a role in bringing her back to the minds of the community and pressured a different agency to investigate and eventually, solve her crime. You have done a great deal of the research and development for such an endeavor�perhaps approaching some schools might yield some interest, especially since Kait was in that age range when she was killed, something that was a compelling factor in the Chandler case. Finally, you�ve probably heard of the Vidocq society, but they are only one of the more known volunteer organizations that are staffed by real professionals who unite for such a cause. I�m not sure whether her case would be attractive to them, but here is their site www.vidocq.org. Again, you�ve probably found this, but just in case� If Kait was here now, she would undoubtedly be incredibly proud of the way you�ve moved forward. I�m sure you know that too, but you are an inspiration to me and many others, undoubtedly. My prayers are with you and your family. -monica
Asked on Saturday, January 10, 2009 at 11:26:42 AM
Reply: These are interesting suggestions, and I will look into them.

The Vidocq Society had our PI as a speaker at one of their luncheon meetings. They were not particularly helpful, and seemed more interested in being entertained than in participating in an investigation. One of their members -- a handwriting analyst -- did determine that the affectionate note Dung told police Kait left for him on the night of her death was not in her handwriting. However, we already knew that. It was obvious to anyone.

Answered by: Kait's Mom

Monica again here...
Question: Lois, You are truly an inspiration and I am awed by how you have risen from this horrible pain to live a life that is not defined by your loss, but in spite of your loss. The reality is that we all seem to find some measure of loss through life, and I have always found that it is through those challenges that we are able to learn the lessons we are here to tackle and press on, stronger and perhaps a little more wiser, more compassionate of others and as I see, so clearly in your case (without even knowing much about you personally) showing others how to live, even one day at a time, seeking joy, relationships that are fulfilling, and to contribute to the world we are part of in spite of great loss and heartache. Perhaps this upcoming movie will serve as a means to not only further the exposure of the case, but I hope you can find a true ally who will be moved enough by your daughter and her case that he/she could help you with some major, extended coverage. The case, your attempts to find justice and now your upcoming movie might be a strong platform to reach an individual who can also help you with this. For instance, a celebrity can help do this effectively. Perhaps you will meet somebody through the movie who will be touched in this way and ask to help. (next message, cont.)
Asked on Saturday, January 10, 2009 at 11:25:17 AM

Kaitlyn
Question: I am very sorry for the loss of your daughter. I am the same age as Kaitlyn and her story touched me from the moment I first heard it on the news. I grew up in Texas not too far away and the car I drove back then was the same make and color! I pray you are able to put the person or persons who did this where they belong.. behind bars!
Asked on Saturday, January 10, 2009 at 07:31:33 AM
Reply: Thank you for relating to Kait's case in such a personal way.

Answered by: Kait's Mom

just a thought, speaking from my experience (pt2)
Question: Without knowing what you have already tried locally, I wonder whether you could find an ally to run a series in the paper or on the local news. Your best bet may be the ex-girlfriend/spouse of one of these associates, as often happens. While the details of the crime and victim are essential, what is even more critical is that the thrust of the story is not *help us catch the bastard(s) who did this?- but rather, *i have suffered for 20 years, and not knowing the answers is excruciating and perhaps there is someone courageous enough to come forward, and ease our pain.... I feel strongly that the person most likely to come forward will do so out of guilt. I can cite many cases where this strategy has effectively motivated intimidated witnesses forward, especially as their ties to the party involved have loosened, dissolved or have changed due to some factor. If Kait was killed for the knowledge she had through being in places or observing something, it is unlikely she was alone in this. Others had to have known of this, talked of this, perhaps even discussed with her. Also, it seems as though Susan could be the key to breaking this open. I have found that one RIGHT person can get a witness to talk when others couldn't when everything is just right, especially timing/circumstances. Do you have someone who can try this again with her? I find it hard to believe she is not hiding something significant. My prayers are with you. I hope that something here helps to trigger a thought or help in some small way. You have done so much that I find it hard to believe that you have not considered any or all of what I just wrote. -Monica

Asked on Friday, January 09, 2009 at 05:08:27 PM
Reply: Thank you for your excellent post(s). Kait's case received a great deal of media coverage during the first few years after the shooting. But after so many years filled with so many additional horrendous cases, there's no hope of the Albuquerque Journal doing a "series" on one particular cold case.

The best we can hope for, and what we've been doing and will continue to do, is take advantage of every opportunity that arises to refer to Kait's case in interviews about other events. For instance, HOTEL FOR DOGS, a movie based upon one of my youth novels, has been filmed by Dreamworks and will be released to theaters on January 16. I recently was contacted by a reporter from the Albq. Journal, who is going to do an article about how a "former Albuquerque resident" authored a book that will be a major motion picture. As part of that interview, the reporter asked me, "All these years later, how have you managed to go on since Kaitlyn's death?" I told her, "One day at a time. Even after all these years, I still wake in the night, sweating and shaking, with the sound of gun shots ringing in my ears. It's impossible to heal emotionally when there's been no closure. It's like having an open wound that can never scab over." Hopefully she will use that quote and will mention this Web site.

Answered by: Kait's Mom

just a thought, speaking from my experience...
Question: First, my heart goes out to your family as you deal with this ongoing tragedy without any benefit of the psuedo-closure that comes with some measure of the justice you have worked so hard to achieve.

I commend you on the thorough job of making your daughters crime and the details of the investigation available to keep her case alive. I wonder how helpful the local area media has been in keeping her story alive and well? What I am struck by is that almost all of your theories of suspects/motives require a number of parties (at least more than one) involved to keep their silence and it is even more likely that more than one is aware of details of the crime just through association. In my experience, cold cases are broken most often through new technology available to evaluate existing evidence and associates of individuals either responsible for the crime or play a role in the cover up, for which media coverage can be very helpful in coaxing someone out of their intimidation or (former) loyalties. Time is definitely on your side in this scenario. (continued, next message)

Asked on Friday, January 09, 2009 at 04:41:08 PM

Bullet Frags
Question: I believe, if there is a cover up, it will center around the evidence. In a criminal investigation, even a sloppy one, the fragments are analyzed to at least try and determine a caliber of gun. Even small fragments I believe would hold enough of the fingerprint of the gun as each gun is unique. In your report from APD, which I hope you got the whole report, what does it list about the fragments. Also, I think it totally reasonable to contact old case and ask if they still have that in evidence.

On another note. The fact that a large piece was not found. That would mean evidence was either lost, stolen, or not found.

Hard Question here, so forgive me. Have you considered having your daughter's body re-examined and look for that fragment? This I believe is your key to getting to some answers. If the fragment is there, you now have something to re-examine and check with firearms or other cases already in the system. Or, if you find that it was intentionally left you can suspect the OMI covering up as well. Seems as if you are half way there considering his testimony. Also keep in mind. Chain of evidence should be documented on who the OMI gave those fragments to. And what they person did with them.

I don't know all the answers and think that you have probably cried yourself to sleep looking for answers, maybe even thought about this idea, or went down this road already. But from what I have read, I believe this to be key to opening the next door.
Asked on Thursday, January 08, 2009 at 10:22:38 AM
Reply: There's already plenty of evidence that there was a cover-up. Our question for you, as a former detective, familiar with the members of Violent Crimes at the time of Kait's murder and aware of the in-house dynamics: Who, in 1989, was in a position to direct and control the investigation of Kait's case, and, therefore, orchestrate a cover-up?

It was not Detective Steve Gallegos. It was not his Sgt. Ruth Lowe. They obeyed their superiors and did whatever they were told.

Who WAS their superior? Who controlled THEM?

Answered by: Kait's Mom

Larger Fragment
Question: Were they able to tell the caliber of the rounds from fragments, or if they were from the same gun?

From the fragments they should have been able to tell what kind of round it was. Like a hollow point, jacketed, anything like that? Are the fragments still available or photographed?

Also can they tell you how the larger fragment was not found? Seems strange they can find fragments but not the larger fragments. Also, what about the round that hit the car. Is that car still available. I am working on a theory. But I am sure you have gone through soo many theorys and ways to solve and I don't want to waste your time until I know some of these questions. All you need is one person to crack and the rest will fall like dominos.

This is Roch. And I am not afraid of any pressure from anyone if I can help. I know this will take time to establish trust, but I am truely interested. I have cut all ties with APD except a few friends who I know are righteous. Therefore not afraid. I have had more death threats on my then most. They don't scare me.
Asked on Tuesday, January 06, 2009 at 08:19:41 PM
Reply: I don't know the answers to those questions. In his Grand Jury testimony, the forensic pathologist said he'd submitted the bullet fragments to the crime lab and they had examined them but he had not seen a copy of the report.

Answered by: Kait's Mom

Sharon
Question: Can you tell where Sharon was living, I mean her address? Somebody wrote a while back about "her part of town" and referred to something that was near her house. Was it in Old Town? It would be interesting to find out what was near her house. I hope you don't mind me asking it but I have been thinking about that.
Asked on Tuesday, January 06, 2009 at 04:38:48 PM
Reply: At the time of the shooting, Sharon lived at 407 19th Street NW. But she moved immediately after the murder.

Answered by: Kait's Mom

Conspiracy Theory cont..
Question: 1. she was set up beforehand, they got Griff down there since he was the only one to have any "nerve" to kill... or 2. everybody's partying with
blow, which by the way makes people very edgy, something gets said and the next thing you know , Griff has just killed a woman, a powerful attorney is there, who CANNOT be seen there, especially since he just got Griff out, ... then all the people scatter: he goes home, he goes that way, he tries to clean up the scene, people high, people drunk, bad investigation,beer cans in the street, people telling different stories, people making phone calls to CA. etc.. etc.. It just seems, the more I look at this case the more it looks like a party that got out of hand. In my experiences at parties this case is EXACTLY how things happen in reality... Just my 6 cents.

Asked on Tuesday, January 06, 2009 at 11:16:20 AM
Reply: I appreciate your suggestions, but I doubt very much that this was the situation.

Answered by: Kait's Mom

Conspiracy Theory
Question: I know that it has been stated and confirmed that Griffin was in jail that night, having been accused of the Ninja robberies. Although, after taking a look at the post from Mr. Hart, I have a gut feeling it was him. I don\'t think it would be too far out of the realm to think that: he got arrested, one of his buddies sneaks him out of jail (or gets him released by a POWERFUL attorney in the ALBQ area, one who has not been mentioned here , and has been Mr. Invisible...) and heads to the shop to have a little \"party\". Sharon says \" hey there is a little party going on since Griff is out , lets go check it out?\" ... I KNOW how MANY times I lied to my parents about going to a party! (its actually one of the more common lies that kids tell and gives Kait a reason give a different destination to you when she left after dinner?? and also explains why Sharon was a \"NEW\" friend, all my new friends were kids I\'ve went to or met at a party???) .... They go down to the party, and either of 2 things happen :
Asked on Tuesday, January 06, 2009 at 11:13:30 AM
Reply: Matt Griffin definitely was incarcerated at the time Kait was shot. No one could have sneaked him out of jail to go to a party.

Answered by: Kait's Mom

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