[the_Watchman]

One explanation would be that she intended to go on a short vacation before returning home. There may be a mystery boyfriend with whom she intended to travel. He may not be involved with the murder. (If the guy had not been introduced to the parents, he may have felt that it was a somewhat "awkward" time to come forward.)

On the other hand, she may not have packed herself. The murderer(s) could have taken her keys, returned to the apartment, and packed her bags in order to foul up the timelines. This would have clearly been a person who knew her.

[Eastbound]

I guess I should have read your reply first. :>

Nothing I heard in the news indicated the keys were found, so I guess we'll have to wait. If her radio was found at the location, chances are the keys are somewhere close by . . . unless they were taken by the perp(s) and not brought back. Not smart.