Elizabeth Thomas was just a 15-year-old high schooler who wanted to make friends when she caught the eye of Tad Cummins, a trusted, beloved, and married high school teacher.
Making her feel safe and loved, he groomed Elizabeth for months, and ultimately coerced her to go on the run with him after another student reported seeing him kiss Elizabeth.
This sparked a nationwide manhunt.
What happened to Elizabeth?
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