Monochrome Paradox

Investigation into the death of Ellenore Swanson

by Elijah Keith

Ellenore Swanson, age 25, born in Chappaqua, New York was found dead in the woods two days ago. The police are looking into the likelihood of foul play, but it remains unlikely as Miss. Swanson is believed to have committed suicide. Ellenore Swanson was a seemingly bright girl with good grades, a great personality, a strong community leader, and had a positive outlook on life. Her overall popularity on campus might be as high as campus queen, Lilianna Brookes. Unlike Miss. Brookes, Swanson's popularity was due to her gentle nature rather than looks, making her the sweetheart on campus. Always helping others and supporting people however she could, she will be sorely missed. However, what is the truth behind her death? Why would such a girl just suddenly commit suicide, some claim that she didn't not have a high opinion of herself, others argue she was not the type to commit suicide. The bigger question is why was her body left in the woods? It was found two days ago by some backpackers under a cliff and eaten by wild dogs. It does make someone think that she could have jumped from the cliff, but what about the sawdust? The body has been left in pretty bad shape and therefore it is hard to determine what exactly happened to it. Animals have almost completely devoured what was left of her under the cliff, all that police can say is she died from falling off the cliff. But did she necessarily jump to her death from the cliff? There are a number of strange wounds on her body that seem to suggest that she actually died from falling in another area… if that was the case, why move the body? And did they throw her off the cliff again?