According to police, Ashley Ouellette, a second-year student at Thornton Academy in Saco, was last spotted alive on February 10, 1999, at a residence in Saco.

 Maine State Police have renewed search efforts into the mysterious case of a 15-year-old girl, found dead in the middle of a road in Scarborough more than two decades ago. 
Who put 15-year-old Ashley Ouellette in the middle of Pine Point Road?

Denis, Ashley Erin Ouellette's uncle, described her as a precocious teenager who was rebellious, but not excessively so. In 1999, she sported hoop earrings, lip gloss, and neatly styled bangs that made her appear more mature than her actual age. However, despite her mature look, Ashley's small hands and lingering baby fat were clear indications of her true age, which was only 15 years old.

Ashley's friends fondly recalled her as someone who always wore a smile and had a passion for dancing. They also noted her obsession with having perfectly styled bangs, which she took great care to maintain at all times. Ashley had a knack for putting together fashionable outfits and was admired by boys for her good looks and charming personality.

On February 9th, 1999, Ashley Ouellette requested her mother, Lise permission to spend the night at her friend Alia's place, which was granted. However, what Lise didn't realize was that Alia's parents were not present, and the girls were planning to have a party. By midnight, Ashley had left Alia's house and made her way to the residence of Stephen Sanborn, who was 18 years old and the older brother of her classmate, Daniel Sanborn. Ashley hoped to hook up with Steve as they had dated in the past, and she still had feelings for him.

What happened between 12:30 and 4:00 am?

At approximately 4:00 AM on Wednesday morning, Mike Lopes and his mother were driving along Pine Point Road in Scarborough, located around 15 minutes north of Thornton Academy and downtown Saco, Maine. They stumbled upon a surprising find while driving by the illumination of their car's headlights.

As they drove along, Mike Lopes and his mother noticed something unusual and decided to turn back. To their shock, they discovered a girl lying face down on the road. Her skin had turned blue, and there was blood around her mouth. Initially, they thought that she had been hit by a car. 

However, upon closer inspection, they realized that the girl had been placed on the road with extreme care. Her hands were positioned by her side, her legs were straight, and her toes pointed downwards. That girl was 15-year-old Ashley Ouellette.

What led to Ashley Ouellette's untimely demise, from the comfort of a friend's home to being found dead in the middle of the road, eight miles away. Who could have committed such a heinous act of taking the life of a young girl and leaving her in that manner?

Based on information obtained from news reports, law enforcement officials obtained what appeared to be bloodstains and evidence of sexual activity at the Sanborn household. Additionally, they confiscated Danny Sanborn's vehicle and discovered patches of dried brown grass that resembled the grass found on Ashley's body.

Further arousing suspicion, Danny's accounts of the events surrounding Ashley's death were inconsistent. In an initial statement, he claimed to have attended a school that morning. However, he later altered his version of events and informed the authorities that he spent the day at the beach.

While Ashley's family may find Danny's inconsistent statements to be suspicious, it is insufficient evidence for the authorities to press charges or name a suspect.

Ashley's mother may suspect Danny Sanborn's involvement in her daughter's death, but he has denied any wrongdoing and has never been arrested in connection with the case. Danny, his brother Steven, and their parents have all been interviewed by law enforcement multiple times, but none of them have been arrested for any crime related to the matter.

According to Crime Watch Daily, Danny Sanborn has a substantial criminal record. He was convicted of assaulting a police officer and spent three years in prison. He was also arrested for heroin possession with intent to distribute.

The Maine State Police has labeled the investigation as a confidential and ongoing matter and has refrained from making any comments on the case. However, there is one individual who claims to know who is responsible for Ashley's death. Unfortunately, this person has gone missing, leaving the murder mystery unsolved.

Ashley's life was tragically cut short when she was strangled and her neck was smashed before her body was left on an abandoned road in Saco, Maine in the early hours of a cold February morning.

The Person Who Claimed to Know the Truth Goes Missing

Amidst the confusion and fear surrounding Ashley's murder, one young man claimed to have knowledge of who was responsible. However, this individual's terrible secret died with him just three months later.
The person in question is Tony Torres, a well-liked and athletic young man from the area who had moved to Massachusetts to attend college.

"He was a nice son who always made time for family," told Narciso Torres, Tony's dad. "His last trip to the residence was no unusual. He came to love his mom on Mother's Day, and it was just like any other holiday. Informing us how he was doing in school, and life appeared good for him."

According to reports, Tony Torres was last seen alive around 2 a.m. on May 21, while attending a party at a friend's apartment. He was then accompanied by his close friend, Jay Carney, who was also a friend of the Sanborn family, to a nearby store. However, only Carney would return from the trip, and Tony was never seen again.

People noticed that Jay Carney's pants were rolled up and he appeared muddy and wet, raising questions about Tony's whereabouts. Carney claimed that they had walked to a nearby grocery store and that Tony had found a ride home in a red pickup truck. However, Carney also mentioned that Tony had gotten into trouble with some dangerous individuals involved in the drug trade.

Twenty-Two years Later, They Still Have Unwavering Hopes

According to reports, many people at the party were suspicious of Carney and felt that he was hiding something about Tony's disappearance. They pointed out that Carney had been involved in another mystery before, and his behavior was inconsistent with the truth. Additionally, it is worth noting that Carney was among the group of people at the Sanborn residence who were the last to see Ashley alive.

According to reports, Carney was also present at the party where Ashley was last seen alive, and he was the one who drove her there. Could he have known more about what happened on the fateful nights of February 19 and May 21 than he let on? Sadly, Carney passed away in 2015 from a drug overdose, taking any potential secrets with him. Meanwhile, Tony's parents continued to wait and hope for any news about their missing son.

Tony Torres was declared officially dead in 2004, and although his family has lost hope of finding him alive, they are still searching for answers. Similar to the perplexing case of Ashley's murder, Tony's disappearance remains an open investigation and an unsolved mystery.

The victim's family has been enduring two decades of utter devastation and they are desperately seeking closure. They cannot fathom what their children might have done to deserve such a heart-wrenching and tragic end.

Who killed Ashley Ouellette, or was Tony Torres’s disappearance linked to her murder? Is it possible to ever discover the truth? 
These questions still haunt New England, as the two most frustrating cold cases still linger in its history.