According to Lapalla's theories, the killer knew at all times what was being done in the investigation and knew that vacant roads were being patrolled, which is why he chose the house on a farmland. He pointed out that his statements were surmised theories that were based on a large number of people who have committed similar crimes. He said that in many cases the killer is never apprehended, and in some instances he will divert attention to other distant communities where it is believed the crimes are committed by a different individual, or else he will overcome the desire to kill and assault people.