On Thursday they posted.
“We want answers. Lauren “El” Cho is a talented musician, vocalist, chef, baker, artist, photographer, former music educator. And former piercing apprentice,” a statement dedicated to Lauren Cho says. “She is the most loving, caring, and loyal aunt, sister, and friend, and the most hilarious person you could ever meet. And we cannot give up on her.”
The missing woman’s story gained renewed interest over racial disparities in coverage during the late-summer disappearance of Gabby Petito and later Brian Laundrie.
“We would like to take a moment to acknowledge the messages and questions that have come our way this past week regarding the Gabby Petito case in comparison to what is happening with El.”
“We realize that on the surface, the public information for both cases shares some similarities. We understand the frustration many of you have expressed about how and why certain cases receive national coverage.”
“Ultimately, these two cases are NOT the same and the differences run deeper than what meets the public eye.”
