County authorities released two ransom notes on Friday, hoping the public can help identify the author. The authenticity of the documents has not yet been confirmed.
The notes were sent on February 2 and February 6 and exhibit a distinct linguistic pattern that suggests a single author behind both messages.
A family member of the victim believes the notes may be genuine, while investigators have not ruled out the possibility that they are fabricated.
Individuals with information are encouraged to contact law enforcement at 1‑800‑CALL‑FBI or, to remain anonymous, at 520‑88‑CRIME.
