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LDS convert speaks out about alleged kidnapping
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The police should have insisted (maybe they did) on questioning her alone.
In any case, this is not a "real" kidnapping. It was done by a family that loved her, though they should let her alone, she is old enough to decide for herself.
I have no doubt she is under incredible pressure right now not to do anything that will incriminate her parents. She's probably scared to death and doesn't want anything that will create a big huge legal situation, but it is pretty clear that she didn't go of her own free will.
These parents have committed a federal crime. Whether they end up serving time in prison for it remains to be seen.
People who are under duress can act like everything is fine.
What needs to be done is for her to be interviewed alone, with the provision made for her to be safely returned to Utah immediately. She has to know that once she leaves that interview room, she will be protected.
Of course, the police need to investigate thoroughly, but the number one priorities need to be Danielle's religious freedom and physical safety.
If you are 18 or older you can choose for yourself which religion to be a member of. Nobody has any right to take that away from Danielle, me, or anybody else.
Stay strong Danielle, and I will pray for you!
The cab driver also heard all the conversations between the parents on the way to the apartment and after Danielle was pick-up and riding in the cab.
There are also security cameras in the airports. These cameras can provide additional information about what really took place.
This girl is an adult and has the free agency to do as she pleases.
No charges for the parents-- a new set of scriptures for her and lets all sit down and have dinner.
Get over it!!!