Bornold Eberhart: Georgia man accused of killing woman who was 'chronic substance abuser' after fight
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DEKALB COUNTY, GEORGIA: According to Fox5 Atlanta, a 42-year-old man has been apprehended in relation to the death of a Duluth woman at a resort in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
Providing context, the woman, Kristin Laymon, purportedly arrived at the South Carolina resort with the man, Bornold Alastair Eberhart, on September 22, 2023.
Her last known sighting was entering an elevator at 2:12 am.
Additional details concerning the progress of the investigation have emerged.
What did police report say?
Following the woman's reported disappearance, the Duluth Police Department reached out to authorities in North Myrtle Beach.
Law enforcement officials suspect that Kristin Laymon and Bornold Eberhart engaged in a dispute, resulting in her tragic demise.
Allegedly, Eberhart then transported her body back to Dekalb County in the trunk of a vehicle.
On March 3, detectives secured an arrest warrant, leading to Eberhart's apprehension by the SWAT team of the Dekalb County Police Department on March 8.
Subsequently, a body believed to be Laymon's was discovered on March 9 in the 1800 block of Whitehall Forest Court.
Presently, Eberhart has been extradited to South Carolina and is incarcerated at the J. Reuben Long Detention Center.
The North Miami Beach Police Department (NMBPD) has stated that they are currently awaiting confirmation from the Dekalb County Medical Examiner to definitively identify her.
However, they possess sufficient evidence not only to believe that it is Laymon but also to charge Eberhart with murder as per 11Alive.
Numerous agencies have collaborated on this case, including the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, the DeKalb County Police Department, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Newton County Sheriff's Department, SLED, GEMA Body Recovery Team K-9s, the South Carolina Highway Patrol, and the Horry County Police Department.
A news conference has been scheduled by the NMBPD for Thursday afternoon, during which further details are anticipated to be disclosed.
What did victim's daughter Lauren Blaylock report?
According to the WMBF News, Lauren Blaylock revealed that she initially contacted the police when she grew suspicious of her mother's behavior, leading to her report of her mother's disappearance.
Expressing gratitude, Blaylock conveyed her family's profound appreciation to the numerous law enforcement agencies involved in locating her mother and apprehending the individual accused of her murder.
Reflecting on the challenging circumstances, Blaylock emphasized the importance of remembering Laymon, who served not only as her mother but also as her closest confidante.
She expressed deep affection for Laymon,“I loved her so much. She was my best friend. Everyone said we looked just alike. She was awesome,”
Blaylock understood her mother had problems with drugs, as described as a "chronic substance abuser," but she believed Laymon was a good person and hoped she would get better.
Despite the complexities of Laymon's life, Blaylock maintained her unwavering support for her mother, underscoring her as a caring and devoted parent.
Blaylock expressed her desire for a thorough investigation and for justice to be served appropriately, emphasizing the importance of learning from the tragedy.
In light of the circumstances, Blaylock requested privacy for her family as they navigate through this challenging period of mourning.
