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I'm truly relieved to hear about the breakthrough in this case. It's hard to even begin to imagine the pain both families have been through for over 30 years, not knowing who took David and Robin’s lives. The detail about the truck radio still playing has always stayed with me—it just makes it all feel so eerily frozen in time, like they were just on their way to enjoying a regular day out at the refuge. Forensic advancements seem to be finally providing the hope I’m sure many thought was out of reach. My heart goes out to everyone affected by this tragedy, and I genuinely hope this new development provides them with some measure of peace. It’s also a reminder of how crucial it is for unsolved cases to remain visible, giving a chance for justice no matter how much time has passed.
Wow, I've been following cold cases for years, and David and Robin's case always struck a chord with me. It's unbearable to think about how long their families had to wait for answers. The Ragged Island location is haunting enough without the thought of what happened there. I can't help but wonder about the emotional impact on the person who found them; stumbling upon such a grisly scene must have been traumatic.
And then there's David's truck, left so eerily - unlocked, window down, music still playing... It's those small, chilling details that make my heart sink. I've read how music can be tied to moments in our lives, but here it feels like it echoes a moment of terrible loss.
Kudos to the team that persisted despite all odds. It's heartening to see justice finally making headway after so long, and I really hope people do come forward with more information now that Wilmer's been identified. It's a bittersweet relief knowing that modern technology caught up with a 36-year-old crime.
My thoughts are with the Knobling and Edwards families. I hope this moment gives them some semblance of peace after all these years.
I've been following this case for years, and the news of an arrest is a major relief for everyone who's been hoping for justice for David and Robin. It’s particularly chilling to think about how vulnerable they must have felt in those last moments. Knowing now that their killer, Alan Wade Wilmer, Sr., was finally linked through DNA technology really underscores how far we've come in terms of forensic science. It's impressive that advancements like this can finally bring some answers, even after all these years.
For David's family and Robin’s too, I can't even begin to imagine the emotional rollercoaster they must have been on. The announcement must have brought a mixture of emotions—some measure of closure but also the pain of reliving such a tragic event. I hope this arrest can be a step towards healing.
One thing this case highlights is the importance of continuously revisiting cold cases with fresh eyes and new technology. There might be other families out there waiting for their own answers, and I hope this gives them hope. If anyone here had interactions with Wilmer or any info that could help, please come forward. It's never too late to make a difference.