The mystery of Roaring Creek, who killed Foxy Lady
Saturday, Nov. 27, seven forensic hikers, layered with clothing to brave the cold morning, set out on Graysville Mountain RMA, to investigate the Roaring Creek murder. Hiking along Roaring Creek was easy business, but knowing what was to come, was daunting. The frenetic seven scaled the mountain ascending rock steps back and forth to the top of the bluff. Roaring Creek overlook revealed a beautiful view of graysville and the mountains beyond, but no evidence of a crime commited. The hikers moved on, silently through the pine forest. And there it was, the crime scene, the body! Rigor had not set in yet, no decay - a recent homicide. Looked to be a dead grey gray fox, the hikers concluded, with no external trauma. Who killed the foxy Lady? The faithful hikers continued their journey, stopping at the overlook of Cranmore Cove and then pressing on through the hardwood forest. The brown oak leaves rustled. Finally the bridge over Gillbreath Creek was reached at 5 miles. Lunch and rest re-energized the famished hikers. Two locals were loitering in the area, Brown Dog who suspiciously kept her distance and Black Lab, friendly but noncommunicative. She obviously knew the area well as she joined the return hike, even leading the way for a short time. Retracing the steps, co clues were found. Who killed Foxy Lady? The fatigued hikers passed the crime scene once more. Buzzards were gathering. The mystery remains a cold case.
If you would like to see some really nice pictures taken during this hike, click here.
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