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The Carlee Russell Mystery Lingers | Birmingham News
Three years later, the Carlee Russell case still haunts Hoover PD Chief Nick Derzis—and for good reason. After vanishing for 49 hours, Russell reappeared claiming abduction, only to later admit it was a lie, pleading guilty and facing probation, community service, and restitution. But here’s the kicker: she’s paying just $50 a month—meaning it’ll take her 30 years to repay nearly $18,000. Derzis is frustrated, convinced someone helped her vanish and stayed silent. While he’s relieved she’s safe, he’s proud the case sparked a new Alabama law making false emergency reports a serious felony…
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