Could be a guilty conscience that caused him to 'attempt' suicide.
I, too, am local and close to the situation. Casey had a history of self-abuse. This was not a suicide attempt, it was a cutting incident that got out of control. I'm not on the "Casey did it" bandwagon. If you knew this couple you'd know who is in charge, and it's not Casey. He exhibits classic signs of being an abused spouse. It's rare, but abusive women do exist in our society. Who talks to the press? Noel. And if you pay close attention her story changes depending on the outlet. To one reporter she says it's the stress of the situation. To another she says it's the cops or the neighbors bothering them. To another, she says it's the interview that Andy and Lindsey Christie gave. Never does she point in the direction where it should be pointed...HERSELF. She was home with Casey when he did this. They were having an argument at the time. Neighbors could hear her screaming at him. Watch some of the videos posted online at www.kcrg.com. Does she look abused to you? If you ever had the opportunity to meet her (and I wouldn't wish that on my worst enemy), I'm sure you'd feel as I do...that she's anything BUT a victim.
I also think that the reality of this situation is lost on many posters in this forum. Casey and Noel have lived together for most of Evelyn's life. Casey was present in the hospital when Evelyn was born. Casey was the stay-at-home caregiver for all three children because Noel (admittedly) wasn't good with the kids.
Unlike other locals, I do believe an arrest will be made, and I don't believe it will be Casey taken into custody.