In a recent update, the Metro Nashville Police Department announced that their investigation into the leaked portions of mass murderer Audrey Hale's manifesto has reached a standstill. Despite exhaustive efforts, authorities have been unable to determine who was responsible for leaking the handwritten document.

The investigation began after it was discovered that two officers from the Specialized Investigations Division had taken pictures of Hale's manifesto, which was found in her car near the crime scene. These officers, along with seven others, were subsequently transferred to administrative positions following the leak.

However, the police were unable to identify the individual who provided portions of the manifesto to conservative entertainer Steven Crowder, who published the photos on November 6th. All officers involved were eventually reinstated to their regular positions.

The release of the manifesto has been a subject of significant controversy. Court documents from earlier this year revealed that Hale, described by Nashville police as a transgender woman, had over 20 journals. Lawsuits were filed to force the release of the texts, but some parents of the school where the incident occurred have opposed its release, citing concerns of endangering the student body or inspiring copycat killers.

The progress of the lawsuit has been slow, with no clear timeline for a decision on releasing the full manifesto. Currently, an appeals court is expected to rule on whether Hale's parents and the school have the right to intervene.

The leaked portions of the manifesto have fueled intense debate and speculation. As authorities await further legal decisions, the community remains divided over the potential repercussions of releasing the full text. For now, the investigation into the source of the leak remains inconclusive, leaving many unanswered questions surrounding this chilling case.