Reporters continued to pursue Barrett for questions, but Uncle Martin hurried in from outside the hotel and, along with the hotel security, blocked the reporters from following.

"Sorry, no interviews," he declared.

Jacey took advantage of the reporters' focus on Barrett and quickly slipped out of the hotel entrance amidst the chaos.

Barrett had already gotten into the car, making it clear he had no intention of aiding Jacey in her escape.

As the car drove away, the reporters immediately turned and encircled Jacey, who had just left the hotel. Inside, the security guards had at least attempted to fend off the reporters, but outside, there was no semblance of...