The Coolest Kid Gone Bad: A True Story from 1981

In the fall of 1981, something dark and unexpected unfolded in a small town. It was Halloween night, and everything seemed ordinary until a group of teenagers crashed a house party that turned into a nightmare. This is the story of Jimmy Attwood, the "coolest kid" in town whose actions changed the course of his life and the community forever.

Comings and Goings of 1981

Jimmy Attwood had a reputation as an athletic and popular teenager in our small town. In 1981, he was 15 years old and known for his athleticism and charm. The night of October 31st, everything was different. It was Halloween, and Melissa Coomb's house, a fixture in our town, had been chosen as the venue for a get-together. However, the intended party of 15-20 guests quickly spiraled out of control, leading to a chaotic and dark night.

The Night of Horror

According to reports, a neighbor reported the disturbance to the local police, which arrived on the scene with only two officers. This was unusual for our town, known for its quiet and close-knit community. The officers were tasked with breaking up the party, but things took a tragic turn almost immediately.

Jimmy was under the influence of alcohol and marijuana by the time the police arrived. Instead of complying, he lashed out, shoving one of the officers to the ground. Both officers quickly subdued him, but a momentary lapse in their containment allowed Jimmy to escape through the car's partition. He found a loaded shotgun and a box of ammunition hidden in the trunk. In a fit of anger and frustration, Jimmy took the guns and ran towards the officers. Before they could react, he opened fire on them, killing both police officers instantly.

The Aftermath and Infernal Deed

The town was plunged into a somber silence as the scene unfolded. Jimmy, now possessed with a gruesome mission, managed to enlist the help of two fellow partygoers, Pete McCurdy and Andrew Hutchinson. Together, they loaded the dead bodies into the back of the police car and drove it to a private lake on the Coombs' property. They let the car and the bodies sink into the lake, effectively disposing of the evidence of their murders.

The tragic events that transpired that night are still spoken of in hushed tones in our town. The two officers are technically still listed as missing, as none of the involved parties ever revealed the details of what happened. An unspoken oath was made among those present to never speak of it again, a vow that held strong even as decades passed.

30 Years Later

Now, 30 years after the tragic events, a sense of relief and closure has settled over the community. With the statute of limitations long having run out and the news of Jimmy's passing due to COVID in early 2021, the town is ready to let the past remain in the past. Though the remains of the officers have never been found, and likely never will, the specter of Jimmy's actions has begun to fade.

The story of Jimmy Attwood stands as a testament to the unpredictable nature of crimes that can unfold in the blink of an eye. It serves as a chilling reminder of the complexities and darker sides of adolescence and the devastating impact such actions can have on a community and the individuals involved.

Keywords: True Crime, High School Drugs, Local Legend