Anacortes Police Department detectives continue to investigate and search for answers regarding what happened to Laynee and who might be involved in the case. Recently, the investigation included the July excavation of a site in rural Skagit County, along with other relevant reports entered into the case file by APD detectives as recently as Sept. 7. Current investigatory pieces include analyzing digital data, obtaining search warrants for both digital and physical evidence, and a recent collective case review that included the APD, the Skagit County Prosecutor’s Office, the FBI and other agencies with a vested interest in this case.
As of the date of this statement, the case remains open, and the investigation is ongoing.
“There are not a lot of factors that are in our favor with this case,” APD Chief Dave Floyd said. “The ones that we have could be extremely key pieces when we get to the point that those factors come into play. For now, releasing those pieces could jeopardize the case as it stands. We understand and share in the frustration regarding this case felt by Laynee’s loved ones and her community.”
The most recent major developments came as the result of citizens stepping forward with information they feel is relevant. We encourage anyone else with pertinent information to do the same and come forward.
If you have any information regarding the disappearance of Laynee Westbrook, please contact the APD’s non-emergency line at 360-428-3211, or leave an anonymous tip by calling 360-299-1985.