Dr. Lisa Longs expert commentary on the case of Madalina Cojocari's disappearance

I was recently contacted by Chloe Leshner of WCNC-TV, an NBC affiliate, to provide expert commentary on the case of Madalina Cojocari's disappearance. As a forensic psychologist, certain aspects of the case stood out to me, including the substantial delay in reporting her missing, the altercation between the parents the night she was last seen, and their subsequent unplanned trips. I commend the use of Caylee's Law in this case, which allows authorities to detain parents for failing to report a missing child. This not only preserves potential evidence but also pressures parents to cooperate with investigators and reduces the risk of flight by imposing bail conditions that restrict movement. Overall, I believe that Caylee's Law is a valuable tool for law enforcement in locating missing children and bringing justice to families. It's important to note that I am not officially involved in this case and was only consulted as a forensic psychologist. The principle of presumption of innocence must always be respected in the legal process. I hope that answers will soon be found for those suffering in the wake of Madalina's disappearance.