Brittany Linne is the best friend of the victim, Brandee Douglass [she was pictured next to Brittany Linne's name - poor jernalism, as usual].
Looks like Brandee made poor life choices, including not having a piece handy, and knowing how to use it.
Mr. Douglas may have chosen poorly himself: Floyd County, Indiana, has a Republican prosecutor.
There may be a ride on Sparky in his future.