[stlnative]

hmmmmm... You're right, maybe it was not truly set out to be a ransom note but more of a bragging and I am in control note. Maybe we need to stop looking at it as a ransom note.

[Sacajaweau]

You don't leave a ransom note AND A DEAD BODY BEHIND. One or the other.

He could have taken the body but never planned on it to start with. His intention was ALWAYS to kill the "love of their life". Being a girl, it was especially directed at the father and the note confirms it.

Karr was on foot and likely not far away when he heard the sirens. THEN he left the immediate area. VICTORY!!

[Conservative Texan Mom]

I think that's part of the problem with the investigation. They kept looking at this note as one of two things. It was either a ransom note, or a cover up. It may have been neither. The killer is looking for a clever way to involve the parents. He wants to make himself seem smart, and important, because they are. He wants to be in their league, in a way he's looking for their respect. Weirdo! He can't write a note that says, "Hey guys, I just killed your daughter because I'm a sexual pervert. I'm basically a failure at all things, but I really admire you and want you to respect me. I loved your daughter by the way."
He is ashamed of himself! He knows what he does is disgusting, but he craves admiration.

Interesting to note the embellishments in Karr's resume that have similar psychological implications.