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"America's Most Wanted" Cold Case Cracked? John Walsh's Son

December 16, 2008 9:37 AM

It has been almost 3 decades since Adam Walsh, the 6 year old son of John Walsh, disappeared.  The case would take many twists and turns through the years and finally, today, it appears to be wrapping up.  We are awaiting an afternoon press conference, but already Florida newspapers are reporting that police will say that the top suspect in the case was in fact the killer.  That suspect, Otis Toole, died in prison in the 1990's while serving time for another offense.  John Walsh of course went on to create the very powerful "America's Most Wanted" television franchise.  A program credited with solving a long list of "cold cases" and invigorating the police - public relation when it comes to sharing information about crimes.  John Walsh and his wife will be present today at the announcement from police regarding their son.

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well yes its been 30 years since John's son was killed but now its finally over and the man who killed his son is dead too, and in hell right where he belongs.
And John's son Adam is in heaven with Jesus.

Posted by: windyblue | Dec 16, 2008 10:04:47 AM

Finally.

Thanks John for your persistence and for turning your sorry and anguish into sometthing good for America.

The people appreciate what "America's Most Wanted" has done.

Posted by: Steve_NJ | Dec 16, 2008 10:04:48 AM

God bless John and his family as they finally gain some closure.
Thank you John for all you have done in keeping American citizens safe.

Posted by: Peggy OR | Dec 16, 2008 10:30:43 AM

I have read John's book, "Tears of Rage" and it moved me beyond words. How wonderful that he turned something so unspeakably tragic into a movement that helped to bring justice to many vicious killers and justice to their victims' families as well.

Posted by: geecee | Dec 16, 2008 10:36:29 AM

Thanks John for sharing your life with us. You have helped so many as I hope we have helped you.

Posted by: south_jersey_girl | Dec 16, 2008 10:40:17 AM

To The Walsh Family:
Our prayers are with you and your family.
You have helped countless number of people.
Bless you and your son, Adam.

Posted by: LA mom and grandmother | Dec 16, 2008 5:43:23 PM

Thank you to the Walsh family for making America a better and safer place to live. You give inspiration and hope to everyone.

Thank You from the bottom of my heart.

Cindy

Posted by: cindy | Dec 16, 2008 6:41:52 PM

Thank you John for taking a horrific tragedy and creating such an incredible system for ensuring safety to all of our children. You have created a legacy for your dear child that the rest of us cannot begin to thank you enough for.

Posted by: Jodi | Dec 16, 2008 8:32:45 PM

Thank you John for your great work.

I know what you have gone through by losing a loved one. I too have just lost my son in July/08. He was found unconscious in a backlane. He was taken to the hospital at 2:30 A.M. Passed away the next day. Detectives are working on this case as of now.Dec.31/008

Posted by: marie Reti | Dec 31, 2008 12:45:48 PM


thanks

Posted by: marie Reti | Jan 5, 2009 11:23:35 PM

The very best for 2009 --- keep up the good work.

Posted by: marie Reti | Jan 5, 2009 11:29:34 PM

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