She's worked at PEOPLE for over seven years as a writer, reporter and editor across our Entertainment, Lifestyle and News teams, covering everything from the Super Bowl to the Met Gala. RELATED: Who Is Noelani Robinson? Thats not to say there wasnt anything there might be processing time but basically, theres not a lot of new information. Dennis Kunz is Vernal Kunz' father. Robert Walton, DeOrrs great-grandfather died from cancer. The sheriffs office hasnt said what that hit was. I just feel like if I listen to Penner and I follow that, I just have to wait and be patient. Another theory is that DeOrr was attacked by a wild animal. You had on the back of your SUV, One Hope, One Dream with a picture of DeOrr and somebody shattered it. What's your opinion? Lindsay Kimble is a Senior Digital News Editor and the Sports Editor for PEOPLE Digital. CLEGG: I want closure so baby for baby DeOrr. Dennis Kunz is Vernal Kunz' father. No arrests have been made, but it appears that Jessica and DeOrr Sr. remain suspects. EATON: How about Isaac? Recently, in April 2019, a new private investigator has become involved in the search. IDAHO FALLS A lawsuit against a private investigator once hired by the family of DeOrr Kunz Jr. has been officially dismissed. Fifty yards from the campsite, they saw some minnows they wanted to show little DeOrr. This story was originally published July 10, 2019, 2:05 PM. WATCH BELOW: Exclusive interviews with the last people to see DeOrr Kunz Jr. alive. Deorr Kunz Jr., 2 years old at the time, was reported missing by his parents on July 10, 2015. We will do everything we can until the day we all die to find him. In the countless searches for the missing toddler since then, not a single trace of him has been found. IDAHO FALLS Lemhi County Sheriff Steve Penner says DeOrr Kunz Jr. deserves to be found and the investigation for the missing child is far from over. Jessica told detectives that she last saw her son when he went to go play with his dog near their campsite. Because you know theyre watching right now and theyll probably type a comment below? Poor eye contact, no emotions, stories were so different, and their movements. Why else would that jacket be there? I want to make sure I can be there to support Jessica or Vernal or anyone when and if there is news that breaks. Replies analysing and speculating over the mystery and possible explanations are encouraged. It mentions in the doc that Reinwand had a previous sex offense charge, although it didn't specify what kind. There was no trace of DeOrr at the campsite. I dont have a whole lot of reasons to do a whole lot anymore, is my problem, says Kunz, who still lives in Idaho. At 2:28pm- Jessica Mitchell calls 911. Two-year-old Deorr Kunz Jr. was with his parents, Jessica Mitchell and Vernal DeOrr Kunz Senior, who disappeared while visiting Timber Creek Campground, 10 miles from Leadore (east of Challis), Idaho. We re-interviewed them, but they werent willing to tell us the truth [Robert and Isaac] were at the scene, so we wont rule them out, but in terms of persons of interest, I think mom and dad are higher on the list.. Since then, Kunz and Mitchell have been named suspects in the disappearance of their son. Idaho native here. The couple got a divorce, and Jessica remarried soon after, leaving their apartment abandoned. Watch our in-depth interview with Lemhi County Sheriff Steve Penner in the video player above. How are you doing since he died? ", Mitchell: "I have nothing to hide. 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Later, Walton said he saw his grandson near the creek, took his eyes off the boy for just a moment, and when he looked back, DeOrr Jr. was gone. I didn't murder my child. We loved his smile and his laugh brought so much joy to us. I dont want to blame them, especially if they do end up being innocent, but they are sketchy to me. Fields to Mitchell: "Were you offered immunity? Deorr Kunz Jr., 2 years old at the time, was reported missing by his parents on July 10, 2015. If you use a windshield cover, you can at least forget about scrapping the ice off your windshield to save some time and hassle. He is a private investigator from North Carolina who came to Leadore a month or two ago with his cadaver dogs. DeOrr vanished July 10, 2015, while visiting Timber Creek Campground with his parents, Jessica Mitchell and Vernal DeOrr Kunz. Bowerman says Kunz and Mitchell were interviewed along with Walton and Reinwand. Just thought I'd add, the parents didn't hire the P.I., he did it for free, and would continue to do so as long as the parents were honest and cooperated fully. Evidence continues to build against the parents, as there was no evidence their son was ever at the site, there was no blood or DNA evidence discovered, and the jacket he was supposedly wearing was in their apartment the whole time. All we did was walk the river and held signs for him. Kunz: "Just bear with me. DeOrr Kunz Sr. and Jessica Mitchell were officially named suspects Monday in connection with the childs disappearance. The little things all change every time we speak with them. Previously, the parents had been persons of interest in the case. Therefore, Mr. Klein, Mr. Kleins insurance company and Mr. Kleins company made the decision to end the litigation to collect., Klein blasted the lawsuit as being frivolous and claimed it was a discovery hunt to prepare for criminal defense.. When I called to talk to him, you could just feel the tension because he was trying to get things set up to go up to Leadore, get the permitting done, but there was so much drama being caused that he was having to take care of the drama rather than focus on getting up there. Parents DeOrr Kunz and Jessica Mitchell have been named suspects in the disappearance of their son. The parents seem so confident that the case will be solved soon. IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KBOI) A private firm investigating the case DeOrr Kunz, who's been missing for more than a year, says a jacket that he reportedly was wearing on the day he went missing was found at an Idaho Falls apartment complex. DeOrrs great-grandfather, Robert Walton, and Isaac Reinwand, a friend of Waltons, were also on the trip. Did OJ Simpson's Son Jason Kill Nicole Brown & Ron Goldman? Deorr Kunzs parents, Jessica Mitchell and DeOrr Kunz Sr., were both interviewed by detectives soon after their sons disappearance. Vernal fired back: I would never harm my child, Nothing about my life is normal anymore. I was the first of his grandchildren so he called me that growing up and it stuck. The investigators dont find anything. It's a telltale sign in psychology that when someone uses terminology like that it shows that they are trying to distance themselves from the subject. Submissions should outline a mystery and provide a link to a more detailed review of the case such as a Wiki article or news report. DeOrr Kunz's parents recently talked to KIFI in Idaho Falls. I believe he was killed and that drive they took and got lost around a small town you can see straight through became his grave. Thats so hard for me because I want to call him every day, every hour, and ask whats going on but that doesnt do anything for him because he knows that I want answers so bad. Its like a timeline. Deorr Kunz, who has been on a hunger strike for over 100 days, was sentenced to 5 years in prison for inciting subversion of state power on Monday. On a new Facebook page called DeOrr Kunz Jrs Voices, updates are continually shared regarding the case. WebVernal Kunz, the father of missing toddler DeOrr Kunz, was involved in a serious wreck earlier today on Highway 39 near Pingree in Bingham County, the Bingham County Sheriff's Office reported. I live in the area too and have a son close to his age. EATON: Every year when weve done interviews, youve said you just want to know what happened. Weve lost two grandpas through all this (Walton and DeOrr Kunz Sr.) and we thought when grandpas get up to heaven, maybe well get an answer. EATON: It seems like a lot has happened over the last year but yet not a lot has happened. If it does come out that somebody has to be prosecuted, the whole thought of having to sit in a courtroom and listen to what happened step by step is way more than, I think, weve been through in four years. July 10th- The group arrives at the campsite, Timber Creek Campground. He takes over the whole interview, and when Jessica tries to talk, he cuts her off. I would like to know not necessarily what happened, but I just want the closure of it. As months passed, suspicion mounted against Jessica and DeOrr Sr. Bowerman and Lemhi County Chief Deputy Steve Penner were in Idaho Falls all weekend working with Bonneville County Sheriff detectives and FBI agents. The parents separate 911 calls, Police interviews, and other evidence triggered an investigation that left more questions than I haven't seen the doc but I have seen short interviews etc with all the major players in the case. Example video title will go here for this video. Ive judged every one of them. Nobody really trusts them and many have accused the parents, straight up, of having done something. I think if it was one parent that did it, it would be Vernal. The wreck occurred exactly one year to the day that DeOrr was reported missing by his parents at a Lemhi County campground. You can find out more and change our default settings with Cookies Settings. Before playing he was lost and blaming the grandfather. ", Kunz: "It's sickening. DeOrr vanished July 10, 2015, while visiting Timber Creek Campground with his parents, Jessica Mitchell and Vernal DeOrr Kunz. He quickly turned toward Mitchell and told her their son was gone. Saturday, March 12th 2016. There have been so many inconsistencies that its hard to tell the truth from everything theyve said.. You are the family member of a missing child and I dont expect that. David and I have become very close. I still get nasty little Facebook messages. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. 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