Carlee Russell has apologized for and admitted to the kidnapping hoax in a statement through her lawyer, Emory Anthony. This statement comes on the same day that Carlee was supposed to meet with local investigators to discuss the case. Up until today, Carlee had not admitted any guilt and was still sticking to the abduction story. However, after local law enforcement uncovered evidence from her phone that the kidnapping was an elaborate hoax, she had no other choice but to simply own up to it. Emory Anthony is a criminal defense attorney. That detail about Anthony is important to note because it could be a clue that Carlee Russell is facing criminal charges for fabricating the kidnapping story.
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‘There was no kidnapping’: Carlee Russell apologizes after admitting hoax
Carlee Russell says through her attorney she was not kidnapped. Authorities are discussing charges | CNN
Police: Carlee Russell was not abducted, charges could be pending
Carlee Russell admitted to lying about her disappearance by Alabama freeway: police | Fox News
Mother of Hoover murder victim sounds off on Carlee Russell case
Carlee Russell. SECRET ESCAPE! Trail & Tunnel. – YouTube
