Delphi Murders: New Insights on Girls’ Deaths as Safekeeping Order is Vacated
5 min readAug 2, 2024
The Delphi murders refer to the tragic and high-profile case involving the deaths of two teenage girls, Abigail Williams and Liberty German, who went missing on February 13, 2017. The girls were last seen hiking on the Monon High Bridge in Delphi, Indiana, a popular local spot for outdoor activities. Their disappearance sparked an extensive search and investigation that captured national attention.
Timeline of Events
- February 13, 2017: Abby and Libby went for a hike on the Monon High Bridge. They were reported missing later that day when they failed to return home.
- February 14, 2017: The bodies of the girls were discovered in a wooded area near the bridge, approximately half a mile from where they were last seen. The investigation quickly turned into a homicide case.
- Initial Investigation: Law enforcement released a video and audio recording from Libby’s phone, which captured a man believed to be the suspect. The chilling phrase “Guys, down the hill” became a focal point in the investigation.
- Community Response: The case garnered widespread media coverage and community involvement, with numerous tips and leads submitted to law enforcement over the years.