The deaths of Veronica Butler and Jilian Kelley, who disappeared in late March in Oklahoma, are being linked to an anti-government group called “God’s Misfits”. Court documents allege that the group, which had a religious affiliation, held regular weekly meetings at the home of two of the suspects, Cole and Cora Twombly. The suspects, along with Tad Cullum and Tifany Adams, are facing charges related to the murder of the two women. Butler was involved in a custody battle with Adams, who is the mother of Butler’s children’s father. Evidence of severe injury was found near the abandoned vehicle where the women were last seen, including blood and broken glasses. The custody battle began in 2019, with motions filed for extended visitation in the weeks leading up to their disappearance.
The grandmother of the children’s father reported that Adams had made threatening comments about Butler, indicating knowledge of the judge’s route to work and saying “we will take out Veronica at drop off”. The affidavit also reveals that Adams purchased stun guns and burner phones that were allegedly used in the plot to kill the women. Interviews with a 16-year-old daughter of the Twombleys suggest that Cora and Cole blocked the road to divert Butler and Kelley to where Adams and Cullum were waiting. The bodies of the two women have not been located, but the discovery of two bodies in rural Texas County are under investigation by a medical examiner. OSBI officials have stated there is “no” chance that Butler and Kelley are still alive.
The motivations for the murders appear to stem from the ongoing custody battle between Butler and Adams, with tensions escalating in the weeks leading up to the disappearance of the two women. The involvement of the God’s Misfits group adds a disturbing aspect to the case, with allegations of religiously motivated violence. The suspects are facing multiple charges, including first-degree murder, in connection with the deaths of Butler and Kelley. The discovery of evidence near the abandoned vehicle, including a pistol magazine and a broken hammer, suggests a violent confrontation took place at the scene.
Investigations into the disappearance and deaths of Butler and Kelley have uncovered a complex web of relationships and motives. The involvement of multiple suspects and the discovery of burner phones and stun guns hint at a premeditated plan to harm the women. The affidavit reveals chilling details of the plot, including the blocking of the road, the diversion of the women, and the disposal of their bodies. The grandmother’s report of threatening statements made by Adams adds another layer to the case, indicating a high level of planning and coordination among the suspects.
The tragedy of Butler and Kelley’s deaths has sent shockwaves through the community, with law enforcement officials expressing their determination to bring the perpetrators to justice. The ongoing investigation into the case, including the identification of the bodies found in rural Texas County, will provide more clarity on the events leading up to the women’s disappearance. The details of the custody battle and the involvement of the God’s Misfits group shed light on the complex dynamics at play in the case. The arrests of the suspects and the pending legal proceedings will hopefully bring closure to the families of Butler and Kelley, as they seek justice for the senseless loss of their loved ones.
