By David Lohr

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Authorities say Erica does not fit the profile of a runaway.  Friends, family and even her employer have all described her as a responsible young adult, who had her priorities in order.  She had a solid relationship with her parents and loved her siblings.  Her family also emphasizes that under no circumstances would she ever abandon her child.  Her grandmother, especially, suspects Maner had something to do with her granddaughter's disappearance.   

"Derek, we loved Erica and we loved the baby," Erica's grandmother Annie Wright said in an interview with WIS-10 last week.  "Whatever you did to Erica, would you please let law enforcement know?"

As the investigation into Erica's death continues, investigators remain hopeful.  Last week, the Allendale County Sheriff's Department said they are expecting lab results this week that may shed some light on the case; however, they refused to comment on what items were being tested.

Erica's sister, Kywana Bradley, recently left a heartfelt message for her sister on her Bebo.com profile.

"Hey what's up big sister?  I just wanted to let u know we are still looking for you and we miss you and we love you... there's not a day in my mind that I don't think about you and talk to my self knowing your not there listening to me or playing with me like we use to, but I still remember the good times... I really do miss you and some times when I am by myself I cry.  I look at your picture and just cry because your not here with us..."

The family of Erica Bradley is offering a $2,500 reward for information in her disappearance.  Anyone with information should call the Allendale County Sheriff's Department (803) 584-2361.

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