So many friends,  family and concerned citizens attended the Candlelight gathering for Austin and others murdered or missing in our area, such as Jeff "Skunkman " Thompson and Tom Bottorf..  Thanks you all who attended as well as those unable to attend for your warm thoughts and prayers.   The term "Closure" is not yet applicable in our circumstance with Austin.  We need doors to open before any real form of closure can commence.  We believe this event has helped to open some doors in our case and hopefully brought some awareness about ours and other cases to the forefront in our attempts at creating public awareness in our communities. 

    An important aspect of our continuing efforts to bring justice for Austin and others is to insure an understanding of the "Crimestoppper"s Pin Number Protocol" method used for callers anonymity.  This information is worth repeating and once understood,  worth sharing as well. It is as follows;  Crimestoppers of Puget Sound, together with friends and family of Austin Renshaw are offering rewards totaling $10,000. Callers to Crimestoppers anonymity is insured using a very simple method. If someone calls in a tip, wishing to remain anonymous, they are assigned a pin number of their choosing. That pin number, from then on, is used to refer to the tipster. If their information leads to Austin's recovery or charges filed in his case, that same pin number is used to access reward funds in a bank account, totally anonymously. This is very powerful information and if shared and understood within our communities, could lead to resolution for his and other cases. Any information please call 1-800-CRIME-13 (1-800-274-3313). Due to loss of funding Crimestoppers is in jeopardy of closing down so any information needs to be reported immediately for funding to be released

    Lew Cox,  who founded  "Victims of Violent Crimes Services " in Tacoma was the first speaker at the Candlelight Gathering. His insightful  and practical explanations of  how to help and get help when tragedy strikes provided an educational heads up for the crowd. His organization provides much needed advocacy for crime victims families who often seem forgotten and left to fend for themselves in our justice system.  Thanks Lew.  Pastor Steve Murray, from the Real Life Church, where Austin attended,  lead the candlelight gathering in prayer for Austin as well as other unsolved cases.  His inspiring words brought a call to action for those with knowledge of  crimes, that their conscience will not rest until they come forward with any information they may have.  A heartfelt thanks to Pastor Steve the congregation at the Real Life Church.  Austin's family also extends our deepest appreciated for Jessica Cagle,  who sang beautifully on "Amazing Grace" during the candle lighting as a full moon rose in the night sky.  Very inspirational. Thank you, Jessica.  

    Jeff and Shawnie Benchley, owners of the "City Hall Saloon" in Cumberland, deserve special mention as well. Their tireless efforts throughout the greater Maple Valley to Enumclaw area for  numerous causes are ongoing and deserve recognition  (right now they are putting together Christmas and Thanksgiving packages for needy children). They have been instrumental helping our family raise the reward fund for Austin and when  told of this event, they immediately volunteered to provide snacks etc. Our sincerest gratitude to our friends,  Jeff and Shawnie as well as the cast and crew of the "City Hall Saloon". They understand what community is all about.

    Finally, We'd like to thank the wonderful folks at the Voice of the Valley.  Your willingness to help when approached with this event is an example of what it takes to galvanize our community against the threat of violence and help insure justice is served in our localities.  A safe, secure Maple Valley is achieved through communication and understanding, plus a willingness to act and "Do the right thing".  The "Voice" doesn't  shy away from civic responsibility and you are greatly appreciated.  Thank you Voice of the Valley,

                                                                               The Renshaw Family