CJU230 Investigation Proj pt2
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Source of Activity- On April 4, 2017, at 0630 hours I was dispatched to 227 East Memorial Drive, Normal, Virginia 12345.
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Observations- Upon arrival at the residence, I knocked on the front door, attempting to make contact with anyone inside the residence to which I was unable to make contact. I proceeded to check the exterior of the residence to which I found an unlocked sliding patio door that I was able to gain entry to the residence. Upon entry into the residence, I found a white female laying on a couch that I confirmed to be deceased. The female victim was identified as Natalie Lynn Turner. I also observed on a table next to the female three pill bottles to which one was open with numerous pills scattered on the table. I also observed an open laptop on the table with a typed note. I proceeded to make contact with an Asian female, Chelsea Ann Howser, that was in the kitchen, sobbing and visibly upset. While I was at the residence I took photographs of the victim which are attached to the file. I also sealed and tagged the victim’s IBM ThinkPad (Serial Number: 05A5439) and the pills for evidence. As I was leaving the residence, I found a brown leather wallet on the back step slightly hidden under the bushes. Inside the wallet I found an ID belonging to Zachary Allen Cain with a picture that shows he has light colored skin
and green eyes, along with his social security card (SS# 333-22-4444). I was able to secure a search warrant for Mr. Cain’s residence, 410 Brown Street, Apartment #812, Normal, Virginia 12345. I arrived at Mr. Cain’s residence and was let inside by Mr. Cain to search his apartment. I observed sitting on top of Mr. Cain’s kitchen table a pair of men’s black leather gloves and a red Kate Spade handbag. Inside the handbag I found the victim’s ID and a business card for a psychologist. I took these items for evidentiary purposes.
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Arrest- . I provided Mr. Cain with his Miranda Rights and pursuant to warrant #2018-
00239, Zachary Allen Cain, DOB: January 2, 1995, was placed under arrest for the murder of Natlie Lynn Turner, DOB March 17, 1996.
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Statements- Chelsea stated she was best friends with the victim and used to reside with her in this residence but moved a few weeks ago. I inquired with Chelsea how long she has known the victim and she stayed 2 years. I inquired with Chelsea the reason she was at the residence this morning and she stated she came by to pick up Natalie for a run. Chelsea stated they run a few days a week together. Chelsea stated she was waiting out front waiting and Natalie wasn’t coming out. Chelsea stated she would not rely to her text
messages either. Chelsea stated she found the sliding door in the back of the residence unlocked to which she stated she then entered the residence. Chelsea stated while she lived at the residence they never used the sliding door. I inquired with Chelsea when the last time she spoke to Natalie was and she started around 830pm last night. Chelsea stated
they didn’t talk long; they just spoke about their run today and Natalie stated she had to go because someone was at the front door. I inquired with Chelsea if Natalie has any mental condition to which she stated that Natalie has been bipolar for years and is good when she is on her medication. I inquired with Chelsea if Natalie had ever attempted suicide and she stated not that she is aware of. Cheslea stated they were very close and have been best friends for 15 years. I inquired with Chelsea if she knew anyone names Zack and she replied yes, Zack Cain? I inquired how she knew Zack Cain to which she stated that Natalie and Zack were dating, and she had met him a few times prior to moving out. Chelsea stated that Natalie and Zack met online and had been communicating since last year. Chelsea stated they had met in person about four weeks
ago and had been spending a lot of time together since then. I inquired with Chelsea where they spend their time at, and she stated they typically go to Natalie’s in the late morning. Chelsea stated they did not go out of town too much; Zack tends to work late. I inquired with Chelsea as to where Zack works, and she stated he works at Best Auto Parts
in Normal. Natalie had mentioned something about a drug issue. I inquired with Chelsea if Zack was abusive to Natalie to which she stated no. Chelsea stated that Natalie mentioned that Zack would raise his hands to scare her every now and then, but she doesn’t think that he ever hit her, at least she didn’t think so. I inquired with Chelsea if Natalie and Zack were still currently dating to which she stated no that Natlie had broken up with Zack last week. Chelsea stated that Natlie said she did not want to see Zack anymore because he was too controlling and that their relationship was emotionally draining. Chelsea stated that he did this because he said he would never let anyone else have her! I inquired with who she means by he and Chelsea stated it was Zack. I advised Cheslea we would continue speaking later since she was upset and sobbing.
I then made contact with a co-worker and manager at Best Auto Parts, Mr. John Whatley. I inquired how Mr. Whatley knew Zachary Cain. John stated he knew Zachary Cain and that he was the assistant manager at the store. I inquired if Zach had ever spoken of his girlfriend. John stated that mentioned a girl named Nat but didn’t ever tell him anything about her. I inquired if Zach had worked on the day in question. He was scheduled to work the noon – 10:00 p.m. shift and close down the store. John said he came in a bit late, maybe around 12:30, which he said was pretty unusual for him. Then, he left early, around 8:00 p.m. I inquired about Zach’s demeanor this week. Mr. Whatley stated he seemed fairly distracted all week, which is out of character for him at work.
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I inquired with Mr. Cain as to what his relationship with Natalie was and he stated she was just a friend. I inquired with Mr. Cain if Natalie had ever been to his apartment, to which he stated no. I inquired with Mr. Cain if he knew about the purse on the table containing the identification of the victim. Mr. Cain then stated he really needed to get to work. Before I could ask any further questions, Mr. Cain ran out of the apartment and drove off quickly in his vehicle, a 2016 Nissan Sentra. I observed Mr. Cain driving south on the interstate.
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Booking- Booking information is unknown.
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Evidence- 1 IBM ThinkPad computer (Serial Number: 05A5439), 3 Pill bottles, 1 Wallet containing ID and Social Security card of Zachary Allen Cain, 1 Kate Spade handbag containing ID of Natalie Lynn Turner, 1 pair of black leather gloves.
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Additional- Note on laptop is as follows: “My dearest friends, I can’t handle this anymore! I’m so depressed. Zack is too good for me and I know it. Whatever you think, this was my decision and he had nothing to do with this. Don’t blame him for my failure as a person. I haven’t been taking my medicine like I should have, and that’s probably why.”