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I was reading about the I-70 killer case and something that really struck me was the specific type of gun used in these killings. They say it was a German World War I target pistol, which seems so unusual and specific for a modern-day murder weapon. It's such a distinct choice, and it makes me wonder about the killer's background—did they have military experience or a fascination with historical firearms? And then there's the fact that the bullets were coated in jeweler's rouge. Was there a practical reason for that, or was it some kind of signature or message? I feel for the families of Patricia Smith and Patricia Magers. It’s horrifying to think of how these details must keep the case alive in their minds as they wait for answers. Does anyone have more insights on the weapon choice and what it could imply about the killer?
I've been following the I-70 killer case for quite some time, and one aspect that keeps grabbing my attention is the choice of weapon: the German WWI target pistol. It's such a unique firearm, not one you'd expect to see in a string of murders across multiple states. Why would the killer choose such an unusual weapon? Generally, serial perpetrators seem to want to go unnoticed, yet this choice is quite conspicuous. It makes me wonder if there's some personal connection or specific reason behind it that we haven't uncovered. The coating of the bullets with jeweler's rouge is another puzzling element. Could it be a form of identification or signature left by the killer, similar to the "calling cards" some criminals leave? Just thinking out loud here, but I'm curious if anyone else has theories about these details. It's so frustrating to think about how Patricia Smith and Patricia Magers, along with all the other victims, have been waiting for justice for so long. Their families deserve answers.
I've been reading about the I-70 killer and it truly weighs on my mind how someone could commit such brutal acts and just vanish without leaving a trace. I find it incredibly eerie that the killer specifically targeted women like Patricia Smith and Patricia Magers who were simply going about their day, working at a bridal shop of all places—supposedly a place filled with joy and new beginnings. It's unsettling to think that the choice of shop might not have been random, perhaps the sentimental nature of a bridal shop held some twisted significance for the killer.
It's also odd that despite the killer's pattern, there were never any attempts at robbery or assault. There’s this chilling, yet methodical nature to the way these crimes were executed with no apparent motive. The details like using a German World War I pistol and bullets coated in jeweler’s rouge almost seem like calling cards or clues the killer wanted to leave behind. Yet, even with such peculiar details, the case still remains unsolved.
What's frightening is how these crimes just stopped. Did the killer move on to different victims with a different strategy, or did something happen to stop them? These thoughts must be torturous for the victims' families who are left without any closure. Their loved ones were taken from them in the most tragic way, and after all these years of waiting and hoping for answers, there’s just silence. I really hope more people come forward with any information that might finally unmask the I-70 killer and bring some justice to Patricia, Patricia, and all the others affected.