Hapori Tohu Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 This is serious, guys. About a week ago, <b>Heather "LEGOGirl" Braaten</b> was reported by her mother to be missing. She was a well-known member of the Lego community on several fansites, an active member of SEALUG and regular BrickCon attendee and a good friend of mine. You can read the official missing person report <a href='http://www.waspc.org/mp/missing.php?wac=12M0004558' target='offsite'>here</a>. If you have any information on her location or have seen her recently, you're encouraged to contact the <a href='http://www.seattle.gov/police/' target='offsite'>Seattle Police Department</a>, leave a comment in the talkback topic (which I will send to Lino directly) or on Lino's photo of Heather <a href=' target='offsite'>here</a>. You're also encouraged to send him an email at linotopia(AT)hotmail(DOT)com. He is in contact with Heather's Mom and will be passing along any information. Please keep Heather in your prayers. Thanks for your concern, everyone. View the full article Quote News Forums Q&A Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ballom Nom Nom Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 That's really unfortunate. I hope she's found soon, healthy and all.~B~ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cederak Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 This is very sad news and it's a shame how often these cases seem to occur. Let's just hope she's found soon.-Ced Quote Cederak's Library l Blog: Fair Enough Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHTrilogy Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 You're right, this IS really serious! I just hope things come to a happy end... Quote ~ CHTrilogy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Takua Nui of GoAnimate Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 Why is she missing? Was it of her own free will, or was she taken? Is she still alive and well? Questions, questions. I don't know the answers, but I hope that wherever she is, she's alive and well. I hope for the best...this is a serious matter. Quote Takua Nui of GoAnimate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toa Zaz Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 Not a whole lot to go by as far as the description goes... Quote Thank you, BZPower staff. In the past, I wish I showed more appreciation for all that you do. From one Bionicle fan to another, thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OmiChron Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 I do hope she's found, alive and well! My prayers are with her! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gatanui Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 (edited) Wow, I think this is the first time we´ve had news like this on the front page. This is very serious indeed. There is barely anything I can do living on another continent but I wish you and the police the best of luck for finding her. Let´s hope she turns out to be alright.-Gata Edited March 29, 2012 by Gatanui Quote - Gata Please don't use my avatar or signature without permission, thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TuragaNuva Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 Not a whole lot to go by as far as the description goes...There's also a link to a picture of her in the news post.I hope that Heather is found soon, and that wherever she is, she's okay. I'm pretty far from Seattle, but I'll have my eye open anyway.- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Obsessionist Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 This is terrible. I know we'll all be on the lookout for her, however far we are from Seattle. I think it says alot about the community that this news has been given priority, though. I hope we can help her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toa Smoke Monster Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 I hope that she is found soon, safe and unharmed. Quote Everyone is one choice away from being the bad guy in another person's story. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishers64 Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 I hope that she is found soon, safe and unharmed.I second this. *thinks silent prayer* Quote Hero Factory RPG | Bionicle Mafia XXIX: Storyline & Theories Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Takanuinuva Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 I can't believe all the missing person reports these days . People that do this are utter garbage. I hope she is found soon. Quote I am Takanui Nuva. The Toa Nuva of Light I also go by Baron Von Brickenstein AFOL, Gamer and overall nice person. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orka Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 This is awful, I'm praying she is found soon. I can't imagine what she and her mother must be going through. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toa Zehvor Brenmac Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 To the mother of Heather: I hope your daughter is found okay soon. My thoughts are with you and her.-Zehvor Brenmac Quote Please visit My Comedy Library! (Also check out The Bionicles Try To Run A House,BZP's longest known Comedy,with over 300 chapters!) TBTTRAH Wiki Almost There Aftermath 2 Almost There: The ContinuationIf you are a Zehvor or TBTTRAH Series GS and want to enter the Spring/Summer 2012 tournament, please PM me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hahli Husky Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 (edited) Thanks for posting this here, Micah! I've been sharing and reposting this everywhere I can. Her deleting of her social network and sharing accounts seemed odd; hopefully the disappearance isn't connected to this. I hope she's safe. Edited March 29, 2012 by Hahli Husky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Artezza Magnus Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 This is horrible, I hope shes found safe :(My heart goes out to those who are close to her. Its never a good experience when you think you're about to lose someone close to you. Quote Even when trapped by Karma's cycle, the dreams we left behind will open the door! Even if the universe stands in our way, our seething blood will determine what will be! We'll break through time and space, and defy all who would stop us to take hold of our path! ~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kakaru Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 Thanks for posting this here, Micah! I've been sharing and reposting this everywhere I can. Her deleting of her social network and sharing accounts seemed odd; hopefully the disappearance isn't connected to this. I hope she's safe.Not a problem. I'm really worried about her and just trying to do my part to make sure she's found.I'd encourage everyone to follow HH's example. Get the word out to everyone you know, involved in the community or not. Every bit helps.Thanks guys! Quote 「どこに行けばいいんだ・・・」「タ・コロ村はもうおしまいだ・・・」タ・コロ村の村人達 hey it's Studio Comic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parazan Posted March 29, 2012 Share Posted March 29, 2012 I found out about her disappearance when an Administrator on a Brickfilming forum said that he actually knew her in real life.I hope she is found alive and well. My prayers to you,Heather.-CDP Quote Coming June 22nd: Your chance to become an ECC critic! Power of the pen in your hands! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inferna Firesword Posted March 30, 2012 Share Posted March 30, 2012 This is terrible. As a Seattle native I'll be keeping my eyes open for her.My condolances to her family; I hope she'll be found soon.-Inferna Quote Reborn: a new epic by Inferna Firesword Now recruiting for the Matoran Militia! Cool Stuff: The Legends of Taladi Nui Terrible Comics Oblivion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Let's Henshin! Posted March 30, 2012 Share Posted March 30, 2012 It's terrible the things that seem to happen all the times these days. Everywhere you turn it seems another story like this pops up. My condolences to the family, and hopefully they can find her soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bambi Posted March 30, 2012 Share Posted March 30, 2012 I hope to that God she is found safe, and soon. Quote [my blog] [custom emotes] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Hip Historian Iaredios Posted March 30, 2012 Share Posted March 30, 2012 Not a whole lot to go by as far as the description goes...There's also a link to a picture of her in the news post.I hope that Heather is found soon, and that wherever she is, she's okay. I'm pretty far from Seattle, but I'll have my eye open anyway.- Same. I'll pray that she turns out well and alive, keep an open eye, and spread this news. Quote A RUDE AWAKENING - A Spherus Magna redo | Tzais-Kuluu | Pushing Back The Tide | Last Words | Black Coronation | Blue Man Bound | Visions of Thasos ن We are all but grey specks in a dark complex before a single white light Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kopekemaster Posted March 30, 2012 Share Posted March 30, 2012 That's really too bad. Hope she is found soon. It would help if there was a picture on the missing person page, though. Quote My Writing Blog (more writing coming soon!) My Bionicle/LEGO Blog (defunct) Hyfudiar on Spotify (noise/drone/experimental music) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parazan Posted March 30, 2012 Share Posted March 30, 2012 That's really too bad. Hope she is found soon. It would help if there was a picture on the missing person page, though.Here's a MISSING image of her: Quote Coming June 22nd: Your chance to become an ECC critic! Power of the pen in your hands! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mare Tranquillitatis Posted March 30, 2012 Share Posted March 30, 2012 Let's hope she will be found, it's always sad to see someone missing...----- Lord of the Rings -----Titles: Dark Lord, Lord of Mordor, Lord of Gifts, Lord of Barad-Dûr, Lord of the Earth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JiMing Posted March 30, 2012 Share Posted March 30, 2012 This is absolutely terrible.I hope she is found, safe and sound. Quote Haven't seen one of these in a long time... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Klak Posted March 31, 2012 Share Posted March 31, 2012 (edited) I hope that she is found soon, safe and unharmed.I second this. Praying for her and the family. This is terrible! Edited March 31, 2012 by MakutaKlak Quote My Comedies: The Krika Show (Season 1)The Krika Show Season 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OmiChron Posted April 1, 2012 Share Posted April 1, 2012 Heather, come home!Best wishes to her family, and I'm praying she be found alive and well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kakaru Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 Just wanted to give you all an update, though it's not something that I'd like to do.Heather's body has been found.I'm really not sure what to say here. She was a great friend and always fun to talk to, though I regret that my only opportunity to do so was at BrickCon. I wish I could have seen her at least one more time.Rest in peace, Heather. The Lego community (and indeed, the rest of the world) won't be quite the same without you. I'll be praying for you and your family. Quote 「どこに行けばいいんだ・・・」「タ・コロ村はもうおしまいだ・・・」タ・コロ村の村人達 hey it's Studio Comic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parazan Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 Just wanted to give you all an update, though it's not something that I'd like to do.Heather's body has been found.I'm really not sure what to say here. She was a great friend and always fun to talk to, though I regret that my only opportunity to do so was at BrickCon. I wish I could have seen her at least one more time.Rest in peace, Heather. The Lego community (and indeed, the rest of the world) won't be quite the same without you. I'll be praying for you and your family.Oh my,this is very sad. Quote Coming June 22nd: Your chance to become an ECC critic! Power of the pen in your hands! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gatanui Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 (edited) Just wanted to give you all an update, though it's not something that I'd like to do.Heather's body has been found.I'm really not sure what to say here. She was a great friend and always fun to talk to, though I regret that my only opportunity to do so was at BrickCon. I wish I could have seen her at least one more time.Rest in peace, Heather. The Lego community (and indeed, the rest of the world) won't be quite the same without you. I'll be praying for you and your family.Things like this happen way too often. Actually, they shouldn´t happen a single time. It´s hard to find fitting words and no words could make up for this loss anyway, so I´ll just give my condolences to her family and to you and all her other friends. I hope whoever did this can be brought to justice. May I suggest that you post this on the front page?-Gata Edited April 2, 2012 by Gatanui Quote - Gata Please don't use my avatar or signature without permission, thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sumiki Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 This is truly saddening, disheartening, awful news. While I never met her, I know that her presence in the LEGO community and in the world will be missed.My thoughts, prayers, and condolences go out to her family. My fervent hope is that whoever perpetrated this heinous crime will be arrested and that justice will prevail. Quote avatar by Lady Kopaka Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GSR Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 (edited) Oh, no. Rest her soul. My heart goes out to her friends and family; I never knew her, but like Gata said, this sort of thing should never happen in the first place. Edited April 2, 2012 by GSR Quote Hey: I'm not very active around BZP right now. However, you can always contact me through PM (I have email notifications set up) and I will reply as soon as I can. Useful Topics: The Q&A Compendium | The Official RPG Planning Topic Stories: Fractures | An Aftermath | Three Stories | LSO 2012 Epics: Team Three | The Shadow and the Sea | The Days They Were Needed | Glitches | Transformations | Echoes | The Kaita and the Storyteller | Nui BZPRPG: Komae · Soraya · Bohrei Blog: Defendant Lobby no. 42 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheSkeletonMan939 Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 (edited) Although this is indeed horrible, I guess in a sense we got lucky in terms of the finding of the body. Lots of missing people's bodies are found months or years after the disappearance.As Sumiki said - I hope the person who did this will be punished severely. Edited April 2, 2012 by TheSkeletonMan939 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daiker Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 Oh my... Such a tragic happening. Though I don't know her in the least bit, it's still saddening, my condolences to the family Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kakaru Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 Just wanted to give you all an update, though it's not something that I'd like to do.Heather's body has been found.I'm really not sure what to say here. She was a great friend and always fun to talk to, though I regret that my only opportunity to do so was at BrickCon. I wish I could have seen her at least one more time.Rest in peace, Heather. The Lego community (and indeed, the rest of the world) won't be quite the same without you. I'll be praying for you and your family.Things like this happen way too often. Actually, they shouldn´t happen a single time. It´s hard to find fitting words and no words could make up for this loss anyway, so I´ll just give my condolences to her family and to you and all her other friends. I hope whoever did this can be brought to justice. May I suggest that you post this on the front page?-Gata Doing so now, thanks. I was trying to find a way to add an update to the original entry but I figured it would be safer to just post here. (And just to clarify, guys, there are no details yet on how or why she died. This may not have been a murder, unfortunately.) Quote 「どこに行けばいいんだ・・・」「タ・コロ村はもうおしまいだ・・・」タ・コロ村の村人達 hey it's Studio Comic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pantera Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 (edited) I've never heard of her. But man, that's sad.Heavy Metal Salute goes out to her.*Starts playing Cemetary Gates by, of course, Pantera*RIP. I really don't know what to say. With other people, I would be a total ##### about stuff like this.But yeah, I never heard of or knew of her. I hope her family won't dread on the worst. I remember how I was like that. R.I.P. Edited April 2, 2012 by Pantera Quote Led Zeppelin? Yes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grant-Sud Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 Just going to say that, it's very unfortunate and though I didn't know her, the BZP hearts go out to her family. Tragic. Quote The Island with a Lot of CavesCurly Brace | Sue | King | Polar Star | Outer Wall Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toa of Nerds Posted April 2, 2012 Share Posted April 2, 2012 I don't know really know what to say. When things like this come around all I can really do is pray for the family. Rest in peace, Heather.-don't touch my pocket protector Quote Three great comedies at one low, low price....NOTHING! Kicking the Bucket (archived)Three late-middle age matoran think of something they want to do before they kick the bucket. Choose Your Own Bionicle Adventure (archived)Navigate your way through a myriad of meaningless choices as you try to not make a fool of yourself in perhaps the only comedy ever written almost entirely in spoiler tags. Useless BZP Junk that you Must Have!!!Get to your phone, whip out your credit card, and prepare to buy some useless BZPower related junk that has no benefit on society except that you want it!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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