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Manhunt Ends in Arrest for Staged Bear Attack Murder
A nationwide manhunt ended with the arrest of Nicholas Wayne Hamlett, charged with the murder of Steven Douglas Lloyd in a staged bear attack.
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- Where and how was Nicholas Wayne Hamlett apprehended?
- Nicholas Wayne Hamlett was apprehended in South Carolina after being recognized at a local hospital. The FBI confirmed his identity via fingerprints, leading to his arrest on first-degree murder charges and a parole violation.
- Describe the events that led to the murder of Steven Douglas Lloyd.
- Hamlett allegedly befriended Lloyd, luring him to a wooded area where he murdered him and stole his identity. He used a stolen ID to make a false distress call to authorities after the murder.
- How was Steven Douglas Lloyd initially found and what was later discovered?
- Steven Douglas Lloyd, 34, was found dead in what was initially reported as a bear attack. However, the investigation revealed the death was a staged murder, and his identity had been stolen.
- What measures did Hamlett take to conceal his identity and evade authorities?
- Hamlett used the alias "Brandon Andrade" and provided false information to emergency services. His extensive travel history and potential danger to the public caused a large scale manhunt.
- What is known about the background and personal circumstances of Steven Douglas Lloyd?
- Lloyd was a foster child who had reactive attachment disorder, impacting his ability to form healthy relationships. This may have made him vulnerable to Hamlett's manipulation.