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Recent documents obtained by E! News reveal chilling text messages exchanged between the two surviving roommates, Dylan Mortensen and Bethany Funk, on that fateful night. The messages paint a disturbing picture of confusion and fear amidst the unfolding tragedy. Mortensen reported seeing a masked figure in their home, which set off alarm bells for both her and Funk.
At 4:22 a.m., Mortensen texted Funk, expressing her disorientation: "No one is answering. I'm really confused right now." The mask was described as resembling a ski mask, heightening the sense of dread. Funk urged Mortensen to come to her room, stating, "Run down here," further illustrating the anxiety that enveloped the house.