#RachelMorin
was murdered on Saturday, August 5, 2023, on the Ma & Pa Heritage Trail in Bel Air, Maryland. She has five children who are now without their mother and deserve answers.
This thread covers details of the trail, crime scene, and offender. Please have a read through,
A geographic profile may aid in the search for
#SebastianRogers
.
I am offering my services to the family. If someone is able to set up a virtual call between myself and Sebastian’s three parents, together or separate, I will conduct behavioural interviews. I would also suggest a
#SebastianRogers
has been missing since Monday, Feb. 26th. Sebastian is a 15 y/o boy with autism who lives in Sumner County, TN and attends Beech High School.
This is a follow-up thread to my appearance last Wednesday on
#CrimeStories
with
@NancyGrace
.
Please like, share, and
I met with Matt McMahon at the Ma & Pa Trail this past Saturday. Matt is the father of Rachel’s oldest child. We did another walk of the trail and I completed an assessment of the offender’s likely entry & exit points, paths taken, and post-attack destination. I have also refined
“He’s going to be in the weirdest place in the world”. - Seth Rogers
#SebastianRogers
Statistically, most runaway teenagers are found within a 300 meter radius of the home, at an anchor point, or within 50 meters of routes between anchor points.
Search parameters are different
After leaving Wyoming,
#BrianLaundrie
’s immediate fear response was to:
1) distance himself from the scene
2) travel to a familiar area
3) go to a safe place
4) be in a controlled environment
If alive, he will likely repeat these steps with his family home being the new scene.
#RachelMorin
was murdered on Saturday, August 5th, 2023 on the Ma & Pa Heritage Trail in Bel Air, MD. Her case is still unsolved despite a DNA match to a March 2023 home invasion and assault in
#SouthLosAngeles
.
This is a follow-up to my previous thread on Rachel’s case and for
There is a neighbour, classmate, colleague, friend, girlfriend, sibling, relative, parent, or spouse who, if they have seen this image and video, know exactly who this man is.
TURNING THIS MAN IN WILL SAVE SOMEONE’S LIFE!
You can email the Harford County Sheriff’s Office at
I am putting together a follow-up thread to help find Rachel Morin’s killer. The thread will expand further on details of Rachel’s murder, the crime scene, and my visit to Bel Air. It will also identify possible geographic areas where the offender may reside, work, or travel, and
#RachelMorin
was murdered on Saturday, August 5, 2023, on the Ma & Pa Heritage Trail in Bel Air, Maryland. She has five children who are now without their mother and deserve answers.
This thread covers details of the trail, crime scene, and offender. Please have a read through,
I have never been to
@CrimeCon
before, so I just applied to be a speaker!
Seems like a great opportunity to get exposure for
#geographicprofiling
, expand GP as an investigative tool, network with amazing people, assist families, and help out with some cases!
Let’s see what
Never assume a missing person with schizophrenia is deceased. My uncle with schizophrenia went missing for 20 years and was found 3,000 miles away. Please help find this boy!
#TroyColeman
#missing
#Miami
Can everyone please retweet and tag anyone you know in the Miami area. This missing person was thought to be a homicide victim, his family saw him randomly appear on a stream. I am tempted to go to Miami to search for him since I am licensed in FL.
If
@PlacerSheriff
, the family, or an individual have Kiely’s complete cell phone records with provider, network, and data for the past 2-4 weeks, I can fast track a geographic profile for her.
*No transcripts necessary.
*Results for LE/family only.
#KielyRodniMissing
#KielyRodni
Thank you Joel and
#STSNation
for keeping Rachel’s case in the media!
There were a lot of great questions last night in the chat and even more posted on the STS YouTube channel.
Everyone feel free to comment here with your questions on the
#RachelMorin
case. I will do my best
Law enforcement has released an official sketch in the case of
#RachelMorin
, who was murdered on the Ma & Pa Heritage Trail on August 5th, 2023. Captain Andy Lane also sat down with ‘Into The Sheriff’s Spotlight’ to discuss the sketch and updates in Rachel’s case. Please have a
Rachel Morin Update and New Details:
We sat down with Captain Andy Lane, who is overseeing the investigation to find Rachel’s killer with never before released details. We hope you will take a listen and share the sketch released today.
The public and law enforcement need your help to find the person who murdered
#RachelMorin
in Bel Air, Maryland, while jogging on the Ma & Pa Heritage Trail on Saturday, August 5th, 2023.
This unidentified male is also responsible for an equally heinous violent “home invasion”
Big things coming in 2024!
Working on a YouTube channel and setting up a series of courses for all audiences! I will post all the details in the new year so everyone can subscribe and register!
Here’s a course teaser poster…
#GeographicProfiling
#truecrime
#truecrimecommunity
On Sunday, May 5th, it will have been nine months since Rachel Morin was brutally murdered on the MA & PA Heritage Trail in Bel Air, MD. We urgently seek your assistance in identifying the suspect behind this heinous attack and ensuring justice for Rachel and her five children.
I was on
@PodcastSTS
Monday discussing
#RileyStrain
and on Crime Stories with
@NancyGrace
today discussing
#SebastianRogers
. Please watch, like, and share both shows to help keep their cases front and centre in the media. I will post follow-up threads for both of these cases in
I will plan to post a thread with some thoughts on the
#SebastianRogers
search this evening.
Additionally, if there are volunteer community searches planned for the weekend and individuals directly involved with coordinating these searches want to connect via Zoom to
@amigoshel
Sorry for your loss. If you would like me to take a look at the case, please do not hesitate to reach out. There is no cost. You may also pass my info along to Moscow PD.
Since appearing on this episode of
@PodcastSTS
, I have been in close and constant communication with Matt McMahon, the father of Rachel’s oldest child, and Michael Morin, Rachel’s brother. These two have been steadfastly dedicated to solving Rachel’s murder.
In addition to
#STSNation
,
LIVE WEDNESDAY 5P ET
#RachelMorin
’s oldest brother Nate joins us for his first interview, along with Matt McMahon - the father of Rachel’s oldest children.
She’s the mom of 5 murdered on a Maryland hiking trail 2+ months ago.
#BestGuests
also include
Do you know “bridge guy”?
This was a very high-risk crime. It was daytime, a frequented area, stalked, took his time, two victims, on foot, on difficult terrain. He entered & exited in a highly visible manner & indifferent to cameras.
#LetsSolveThis
#abbyandlibby
#delphimurders
Thank you everyone for the likes and reposts. The more people we can reach, the greater chance we have of finding justice and resolution for Rachel and her family.
All of my posts are a reflection of my own analysis, my visit to Bel Air, and my limited discussions with family
Last night on
@PodcastSTS
, Joel, Tim Pappa, Matt McMahon and myself discussed
#RachelMorin
. In the thread below I have posted new video footage and my current thoughts on the case.
Thank you to Joel for continuing to use his platform to find justice for Rachel.
#STSNation
Thank you Chris McDonough and the TIR Team for having me on ‘The Interview Room’ last night to discuss
#RachelMorin
!
With input from yourself and
@DrGaryBrucato
, and the relentless efforts of Michael Morin and Matt McMahon, her murderer will be found and brought to justice!
Victimology is often the first thing you look at with violent crimes. Few podcasts cover the victim’s lives, and victimology, as well as
@BillThomas56
and Kristin at
@MurderOver
.
In light of the new charges against
#RexHeuermann
, I’ll repost my original profile from 2019 for those interested. I may also add to the thread to include details on recent events.
It’s great to see the momentum in this investigation and to know that more families are getting
Thank you to Joel and
#STSNation
for having me on yesterday to discuss
#SebastianRogers
. Courtney and Heather share important insights into autism and the current search efforts.
I will go through the comments from the show and post answers to some of the questions in this
#JenniferDulos
can still be found, brought home, and buried next to her father. GPR, canines, and LiDAR can be useful once you have identified potential burial sites.
Identifying potential burial sites without physical evidence or confessions requires constructing a geographic
I have a new hypothesis: that generally there is less effort to conceal a body the further the offender is from their residence (shallower graves, closer to roads, use of water, etc.). We all perceive distance differently, but let’s see what happens.
#GeographicProfiling
This video shows
#RachelMorin
’s jogging route prior to being attacked and murdered on the Ma & Pa Heritage Trail on Saturday, August 5, 2023. If you were there that day and saw something, or witnessed a male acting similar to the description in this thread at anytime, please
RACHEL’S JOG
This video is a reenactment of Rachel’s jog at the Ma & Pa Heritage Trail on Saturday, Aug 5, 2023. It starts at the trailhead and ends at the bend where Rachel was attacked. The video then transitions to Matt McMahon providing details on when and where Rachel was
Drone mapping would be a great idea! Drone LiDAR imagery could also be used in wooded areas, rough terrain, or in confined spaces. Here’s a sample of a LiDAR search I previously directed.
@SF_investigates
#SebastianRogers
I really wish a plan was put together to drone map every square foot inside the black arc on the search map. I've mentioned this before but it should be done. The attached video is drone mapping that myself and
@vern_gilbert
did in Orlando for Vladek Hasel. The drone images the
It was great speaking with Matt, Nate, Joel, and Scott. This case can be solved and justice served!
My services are available to Rachel’s family if they would like my assistance, but please everyone circulate the flyer!
If you want to help find information to assist in
#STSNation
,
We just had
#RachelMorin
’s brother Nate on, as well as Matt McMahon who is the father of her oldest child.
She’s the Maryland mom of 5 murdered more than two months ago.
Please circulate flyers in both English and Spanish below.
PLEASE SHARE + RETWEET
Great work by
@TheSoJoFiles
. However, cell tower coverage doesn’t work in 360 degrees. If the provider and network for
#RileyStrain
are known, you can locate the tower and use to narrow down the last place his mobile phone pinged.
While police do not have all of the phone & watch information yet, they confirmed the tower
#RileyStrain
cell phone last pinged off of. Here is a look at that tower as well as the 2 mile radius surrounding it which his phone would have been within.
#BrianLaundrie
did not leave his wallet & phone behind, yet take his backpack, to abruptly take his own life. The wallet & phone were countermeasures that may indicate:
1) he was given advice
2) he has assistance
3) in an area with cell service
4) he has shelter
There were two drainage tunnels side-by-side. As soon as I approached them I suggested she was taken into the left tunnel and at least 15 yards deep. Both deductions were accurate, and this is important.
Aside from the left tunnel having slightly less water, it was obvious from
Excellent insight from Dr. David Thomas and Heidi Morein regarding
#SebastianRogers
. Thank you to Joel and
#STSNation
for having me on!
Mom Says She Heard Noise the Night Sebastian Rogers Went Missing via
@YouTube
Geographic Profiling 101
Time of week & day is very important. Offenders who attack during weekday, daylight hours are more likely to be travelling, routine activity offenders, like Gary Ridgeway, who attacked to and from work along his route of travel.
#GeographicProfiling
Nice to see the
@FBI
’s National Cyber Investigative Joint Task Force using the amazing, and completely free, Google Earth Pro - the one true
#OSINT
tool to rule them all 🤓🗺️
There is a neighbour, classmate, colleague, friend, girlfriend, sibling, relative, parent, or spouse who, if they have seen this image and video, know exactly who this man is.
TURNING THIS MAN IN WILL SAVE SOMEONE’S LIFE!
You can email the Harford County Sheriff’s Office at
Currently working on a large post-homicide, body disposal/deposition behaviour study. Sample includes various types of homicide.
May publish, but will share results with those interested.
Countries: CAN/US/UK/AUS
Expected completion date: 2022
#GeographicProfiling
#homicide
New episode! We discuss Brianna Maitland's disappearance w/ Doug
@TheGeoProfiler
& we dig into the crime scene in depth. Listen now on
@Spotify
! , , ,
On
@PodcastSTS
Saturday, I was asked if I was surprised that
#VictorHernandez
was arrested in Tulsa.
#Tulsa
was not surprising because Hernandez would have commuted between LA and
#Maryland
using one of three east-west interstate corridors, which I identified in my post below
Looking at the geographic distance between Los Angeles and Bel Air, MD, it is worth investigating the possibility that the offender travelled by personal vehicle or public transportation. He may have had temporary accommodations and offended while commuting across country.
If
This is the Ma & Pa Heritage Trail where
#RachelMorin
was attacked and murdered on Saturday, August 5, 2023 shortly after 7 pm. In a previous post I mentioned that we ran into “Paul” while visiting the trail back on November 11th. We, being myself, Michael Morin, Matt McMahon,
Geographic Profiling 101
GP isn’t just used for murder and sexual assault!
Mailbox/ATM theft
Auto (parts) theft
Identity theft
Burglary
B&E’s
Trafficking
Manhole theft
Money laundering
Narcotics
Arson
Vandalism
Hate crimes
And much more!
#GeographicProfiling
Thank you for reading and following Sebastian’s case. Let us, as a community, help bring Sebastian home!
I am always available for free private consults with LE and families. I also do my best to schedule in invites from media when I feel I can have a positive impact on a case.
Geographic Profiling 101
Abductions using the victim’s vehicle can reveal:
1) distance travelled
2) possible destinations and routes
3) offender’s activity space, anchor points, & nodes
4) time spent with victim
5) acts of violence
6) POI’s
#GeographicProfiling
I will soon be heading to Washington State to assist with an evidence search relating to a child abduction murder. Every coffee received in May will directly support this case. I will share more details when I have the green light. Thank you in advance for your support!
I am fairly confident
#geographicprofiling
would have located the bodies of Shanann, Bella, and Celeste. GP is a great tool for quietly running concurrent investigations without having a confession or evidence of foul play. This case also demonstrates the two most common methods
In 2018, Chris Watts murdered his pregnant wife Shanann by strangulation, and their two children Bella and Celeste by smothering them.
This is a clip from an interview where he desperately begs for their return, despite being the one responsible for their deaths and disposing of
This is the spot on the trail where Rachel was attacked. The offender may have selected this spot to exert control over the space, meanwhile accepting a higher level of risk (more control generally means more risk).
The offender was able to see over 100 yards in either
My website will soon have an online store with geographic profiles, crime maps, missing person & unsolved case maps available for purchase.
Formats: image, PDF, KML & Esri compatible.
Use them for research, projects, teaching, training, or reference.
#GeographicProfiling
Levelled up yesterday! I am now a CERTIFIED DRONE PILOT!
This is going to enhance my capabilities searching for missing persons, identifying dump sites, and conducting environmental scans!
I have my eye on the FPV or Avata from
@DJIGlobal
.
If you would like to support my
Please like, repost, and comment to keep Rachel’s case in the spotlight! Putting this guy behind bars will give Rachel justice and her family some resolution, but it will also make everyone safer everywhere.
He could be anywhere and anyone. If you know something, please contact
BAREFOOT
When I first saw that Sebastian left without shoes, it did not raise any flags. Many people with autism prefer to go barefoot and it can actually be difficult to get some kids with autism to wear shoes. It is, in part, a sensory issue and the premise behind the
This was an excellent discussion on
@PodcastSTS
#STSNation
.
One thing I look at with large distance offenders is space vs place. Space is abstract where place is personal. You want to identify which crimes happened in each one, because tips and leads can be vastly different in
#STSNation
,
LIVE MONDAY 7P ET
#RachelMorin
’s sister-in-law Shannon joins us on the latest for the hunt for the Maryland mom of 5’s killer.
#BestGuests
: Shannon Morin + Morin family attorney Randolph Rice + FBI’s Scott Duffey
PLEASE SUPPORT RACHEL’S FAMILY
WATCH+SUB+SHARE:
CLOTHING/ITEMS
It is stated that Sebastian left his home in a black sweatshirt and black sweatpants. Based on the current timeline of events, this cannot be confirmed. Even if he went to bed Sunday night wearing these clothes, it is possible he changed prior to leaving the
Geographic Profiling 101
Why is it irrational for an offender to travel far distances to dispose of a body?
Reason
#1
: the further away you travel, the more time you have to account for.
#GeographicProfiling
Geographic Profiling 101
When profiling a missing person, never assume they are dead or alive. You are using information to identify where the person, in any condition, is likely to be. Objectivity is key.
#GeographicProfiling
Target was the last place Rachel went prior to arriving at the trail shortly before 7 pm. What she purchased is insignificant. However, the offender may have made first contact with Rachel inside Target or in the parking lot. He may have interacted with Rachel or overheard her
Geographic Profiling 101
Serial offenders are generally categorized as either a marauder or commuter in terms of their hunting behaviour. Another category is a ‘troller’; an offender which hunts in a very specific area for a certain victim type.
#GeographicProfiling
I will be assisting law enforcement in Washington State on an evidence search relating to a child abduction murder. The search is planned for the Spring of 2024.
Conducting site visits, analyzing crime scenes, and performing environmental scans is crucial to geographic
An important part of forensic geography when working historical cases is the history of the area. Tonight at 9 pm EST, I will be joining
@CitizenDPod
to discuss the
#unsolved
#SantaRosa
Hitchhiker Murders. I’m throwing Earthquakes, cannabis, demolished cities, and porn theatres
NEXT STEPS
To comment accurately on the way forward for search efforts I would need to see an updated search map. I will look for this and post follow-up comments with visuals if I can. Keep in mind that any search recommendations would be strengthened by knowing more about
TIMELINE
Seth Rogers, Sebastian’s father, last saw Sebastian on Thursday, Feb. 22nd. Aside from KP & CP, I have not seen any reports to confirm that Sebastian was seen between Friday and Sunday. His attendance at school on the Friday and sightings from family and friends from
Stay tuned to the Sheriff’s Office social media today. Sheriff Gahler will be providing updated information on a major case in Harford County additional details to follow.
Geographic Profiling 101
Always look for geographic indicators in an offender’s words & actions. These may be found in things like dialect, vocabulary, slang, finances, travel, postage, media, references, possessions, etc.
#GeographicProfiling
Ivan Milat was convicted of 7 murders and undoubtedly responsible for many more. This doc focuses on Milat’s real and potential victims and tries to bring some level of resolution.
Glad to be a part of this project! Part two next Sunday.
LANDFILL SEARCH
I read a post by
@CoffindafferFBI
that landfill searches are never routine and I would agree. Landfill searches are very difficult, extensive, expensive, lengthy, and dangerous. The fact that the landfill search in the
#SebastianRogers
case was reportedly
Returning to the red “circle” from the second post in this thread. This circle illustrates a 500 yard range from the trail. There is a strong possibility that the offender was living or visiting with someone within 500 yards of the trail and was travelling on foot.
This person
If you are interested in geographic profiling, check out these amazing shows and platforms. Each of them have been kind enough to have me on as a guest, or highlight my work. It’s always a pleasure discussing cases with the industry’s best!
@PodcastSTS
@TheInterviewRoom
Definitely a homicide and likely someone from, or connected to, the same complex. Manner of death displays personal and sexual elements combined with hatred. This case needs to be reopened.
LIVE Sunday 7P ET
Ellen Greenberg was stabbed 20X, including her back.
2X after her heart stopped beating.
It was ruled a suicide!
#BestGuests
: Ellen’s parents + cold case investigative journalist
@gavinfishtrcrm
cc:
@JusticeForEllen
WATCH+SUB:
Working on a podcast for the new year based off my ‘Geographic Profiling 101’ tweets.
Would also like to do a stream where I build off the episodes of others. Promoting their podcast and cases while also adding a geographic profiling element.
#GeographicProfiling
#truecrime
Geographic Profiling 101
When searching for a missing/lost person using a circular search pattern, add 5 km (3 miles) to the radius for every hour they have been missing. This distance will vary slightly depending on personal and geo/enviro factors.
#GeographicProfiling
🚨To all of the amazing educators teaching criminology, criminal psychology, crime analysis, police foundations, forensic studies, or similar programs in Fall 2024!
Why not incorporate geographic profiling into your course!? I am available for virtual guest lectures at
Geographic Profiling 101
Always represent the victims, survivors, and missing persons. Stay objective, don’t take sides, and don’t have an agenda. Follow the facts, no matter what or who they point to. Remember that you are not infallible.
#GeographicProfiling
#GeographicProfiling
101
A detailed profile of a missing person is ideal to complete a geo profile. Our spatial behaviours don’t just factor in convenience, but also preference, cost, time, etc.
Ex: a person will go out of their way to shop at one grocery store over another.
Thank you to
@NancyGrace
for having me on
#CrimeStories
to discuss
#SebastianRogers
. Sebastian needs to be located and returned to his loved ones!
I will follow-up this discussion with a thread on Sebastian’s case shortly.
Autistic Boy Sebastian Rogers MISSING: New Clues