Internet Rumors and Speculation Cast Pall on Koenig Acquaintance (KTVA.com exclusive) - UPDATED with response from James Koenig, Samantha's father

Young man named in prior court documents leaving state because of what police say are unfounded accusations

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By Kirsten Swann

This did not take long to turn into a nightmare for Samantha. I should not be having to take time away from investigating my daughters abduction, dealing with – how did Ms. Counts, Chris’ mom put it? – good Christian folk. Hmm, you may want to read the Bible once more Ms. Counts, because you sure blasphemed my daughters good name all over the internet, and with absolutely no right, no substantiated facts, and obviously without Samantha around to refute your allegations – how convenient for you.

You, lady, have no shame, and you should be very, very ashamed of yourself.

I shouldn’t have to take the time away from Samantha’s case to let everyone know what they can already see when they read the garbage you are putting out about Samantha, let’s have everyone YouTube your bouncing baby boy, Whyte Tyson, and have them make their own decision on what type of person he is. Is this enough publicity for you Christopher? Because we all know why you and your evil mother are doing this.

As you stated before, this “Samantha’s case” is the best thing that has ever happened to your career, because of the 1,200 or was it 2,000 hits your YouTube videos were getting in such a short period of time, after someone found out who you were, through public records, and posted it in a public forum.

My family had nothing to do or say to yours before this – well I did, that’s another story – and I refrained for Samantha’s sake, and you continuously get your name and face in the media, for what purpose? “FAME,” on my daughters good name. Shame be brought unto you as well, karma will catch up with you and yours, mark my words.

Ms. Counts has repeatedly said I do not want to make things public about Samantha or myself, which she is somewhat right, I would wish to keep out of the public nasty, slanderous, and harmful statements, not because they are true, but just the opposite.

Did my daughter smoke weed, wear a bandana with pot leaves on it? Sure she did. It was my bandana and she often wore my things. I have a hat that reads sideways, and looks like Chinese writing, that if you look the right way it says, “go F@#k yourself.” There must be something bad about that too, maybe so, but you are not the one to judge me or Samantha.

Did Samantha have a run-in with harder drugs for a brief period, while under someone else’s care? Yes she did, and you know what, she came to me soon after getting involved with that drug, which was cocaine, not meth, or heroin, as you stated Ms. Counts, and said she needed help, which she received, because remember that open door, open arms policy – we use it, because we love each other.

Samantha has been clean and sober for over a year, as I’ve stated, and she had even given her boyfriend Duane Tortolani an ultimatum, either quit smoking pot, or we are going to break up. Duane chose to quit. I know this because he has lived with us for over eight months now, and he is a great kid. I am proud I told him yes when he asked to date my daughter – see how that works Chris? He asked; he didn’t take.

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cwt said on Monday, Apr 9 at 7:42 AM

You could have the wrong man in the death of Samantha Hello..

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cwt said on Friday, Apr 6 at 5:58 AM

Hello why did she have a restraining order on him?????? You may have the wrong man. guilty of stolen debit card but that may be all.... Bring other in for a lie detector test.......

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guest said on Sunday, Mar 18 at 11:03 PM

Where is this baby's mother? In what court is a guy like this awarded custody? He might be the greatest dad on the planet - and everyone has the right to make lifestyle choices - but these things absolutely make a difference in custody determination. Open drug use? A handgun casually out on a table? Videos with disturbing images of disrespectful treatment of women, dog fighting, smashing windshields, organized violence. "Death threats?" Seriously? Come on. From who!? It's not like this is a well-known high profile family. They have to leave the state? Really. I think Momma Bird is a drama queen looking for attention. And shopping for a publisher for her book...

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Megan said on Friday, Mar 16 at 2:50 PM

This story is great!

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Guy at Mcdonalds that one day said on Thursday, Mar 15 at 4:48 AM

I think she renounced her citizenship and moved to italy with that guy she was sneeking into bars with

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Anonymous said on Sunday, Mar 11 at 1:59 AM

this is how we do it...on the East Side...

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JD said on Saturday, Mar 10 at 1:07 AM

This article is poorly written to view sides with Bird. She speaks of her "strict" acts, yet the guy blatantly and openly does drugs on his videos with guns and weapons all while even a week before this incident happens gets arrested for hitting a bouncer at a bar. Yeah, that is some "stern" treatment you give him. Quit trying to brainwash people.

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Mike J said on Thursday, Mar 8 at 10:46 PM

So anonymos poster, so if this 'acquaintance' of C.Bird did something w/o C.Bird knowing about it, you should condemn him and bring him in anyway? Wish all the mass speculation and inuendo and such, no wonder the Police are selective about the what information is being released.

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Jamie said on Thursday, Mar 8 at 5:59 PM

Well said James. Wishing for a quick and safe return. Hang in there *hugs*

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Greenjeans said on Monday, Mar 5 at 4:19 PM

Fact of the matter is, CB did something last November that brought this up when Samantha went missing. He has reaped what he sewed. If he is not guilty, it will show. His family getting their panties all bunched up and calling an innocent victim who is god knows where names all over the internet show what kind of people CB's family is. They have lashed out and accused Sam's FB page of slanderous things. Having watched that page from the beginning, I have NEVER seen anything about CB, his family, or accusations against any person in the community. CB's family needs to settle the H*** down, back out of the media, and let the chips fall where they may. The louder they get, the more hurt and anger is distributed in the community. He has said his peace. Let it rest now. If he is not guilty, he has nothing to fear. If his reputation mean anything, now is the day for him to become a better man that would not find himself in this situation. He can rap all he wants; nobody cares.

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he was in a video said on Monday, Mar 5 at 12:52 AM

he was in a video about drugs, selling drugs, guns and murder

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Anonymous Poster... said on Saturday, Mar 3 at 5:03 PM

Actions do speak louder then words!!! I Completely agree with you 'Anonymous'. @Brendan Joel Kelley- Please, if you feel my previous post is inappropriate or uncalled for DELETE IT! It's not going to change my thinking and many others who feel the same. I will repeat though- I do not wish harm on Chris or any of his family members; I do not agree with any of those who have threatened him. The truth will eventually surface.

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Anonymous said on Saturday, Mar 3 at 12:21 AM

I think actions speak louder than words. his reputation is brought on my his action in his life in North Carolina, his videos and his temper.

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Israel said on Friday, Mar 2 at 11:19 PM

Nothing surprises me anymore. For every action there is a reaction, and playing with other people's emotions, male or female, is a very vile thing. Also i have to say people who portrayed an image or a personality trait up front and isn't the type of person that they really are , you are only hurting yourselves.

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Brendan Joel Kelley said on Friday, Mar 2 at 9:25 PM

@Anonymous poster: Your 'daunting feeling' isn't quite good enough reason to post you believe Mr. Bird has a connection with the abduction. As web editor, I was tempted to delete your comment, but it demonstrates exactly what this story is about - rumors and the internet's ability to perpetuate strangers being judgmental. Rapping doesn't make one violent. Most "gangsta" rappers are entertainers, not criminals. Be thoughtful in what you do on the internet - that's pretty much the point of this article. - bjk@ktva.com.

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Just Reading said on Friday, Mar 2 at 9:07 PM

Remember: You are innocent until proven guilty. I feel badly for your family, as I feel bad for the Koenig's. Keep your chin up. You do have invisible supporters out here. Keep your kids your priority. They keep you rooted. Also, I would delete whatever internet pages you have for damage control. Especially if you are innocent, which "I" believe you are. The police would've had you in jail with or without bail, if you had anything to do with this. Straighten up your life if you have to... starting with changing your appearance. I dont even know what you look like, but if you dress like alot of wannabe thugs out here, that gains you NO brownie points and society will frown upon you for it. They also will NEVER take you seriously. I comment you for trying to go to school and get a job in hair. That shows some determination. Keep it up.

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anonymous poster said on Friday, Mar 2 at 8:39 PM

I have this daunting feeling that he (C.Bird) may not have done it himself, some1 who knows him did, w/or w/out his knowledge, in retaliation for something Sam may have said/did that some "individual" didn't like/"approve of". CHRIS BIRD-you have all sorts of violent/gangsta YouTube videos. What do you expect society is going to think of you based off of those(and the R.O)? Is that really what you want your precious daughter to be exposed to: that type of violence? It's rather disturbing. Chris, I hope you've reevaluated your life decisions if for nobody else but for your daughter. It breaks my heart when a child is pulled into such chaos... she's suffering and its not fair. Thanks to her Dad-he has no1 to blame but himself.Sad-(I'm not saying I agree w/the death threats Chris has been receiving.I DO believe he has connection w/the abduction w/or w/out his knowledge. If he does know it doesn't matter whether he was at home or not. Some are just good at lying.The truth will surface.)

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