I am very glad to report that police are waiting for DNA test results of Betsy’s red dress that she wore the afternoon she was killed. Betsy was stabbed in her heart and nobody heard her scream. She died on November 28, 1969.
Betsy was a lively young woman, a reader, a great cook, and a good friend. She did not use drugs, was not involved in crime or gang activity, or any other activity that might have given police ample leads. She did have many plans and most involved her boyfriend, David Wright.
David had invited her over for Thanksgiving in 1969. Betsy Aardsma came but was worried all the time about the amount of studying she still had to do. She chose to leave early. David drove her to the bus station. It would be the last time he ever saw her. David was later cleared by police. Betsy’s death would ultimately lead to the creation of the Penn State Police.
Please read more here in the Daily Collegian. Professor Skucek has made Betsy Aardsma’s case a priority in his life. His research and digging into the case are a fascinating read and prove that yes, one person can make a difference. To be continued!