Mercedes was targeted, and the circumstances of her disappearance point to a deliberate setup by someone she knew.

“She was targeted. She was set up and most likely she was set up by somebody she knew because you don't talk to somebody at 8:54 and 9:15 you go missing.”

The evidence and nature of the crime suggest that the murder was premeditated and involved multiple perpetrators who acted with intent.

“I keep saying they because I strongly believe that more than one person had to be involved in this crime, and I know her family feels the same way.”