Disclaimer: This article discusses the contents of unpublished and sensitive case files. Some readers may find the subject matter disturbing.
The leading theories from forensic photographers and the Dutch investigation (the Leidsch Dagblad report) are: Kris Kremers Lisanne Froon All 90 Photos
This is the most disturbing image in the entire 90-photo set. It shows a tangle of blonde hair lying across a rock. Forensic analysis suggests the lighting (flash from below) indicates the camera was sitting on the ground or a person’s lap, pointing up. Because the perspective shows the hair falling forward, many argue this suggests the woman (presumably Kris) was lying face down, possibly unconscious or deceased. The Big Question: Why take 90 photos in the dark
The internet obsession with "all 90 photos" stems from a data discrepancy. When the camera memory card was analyzed, the file numbers jumped. The last daytime photo is file IMG_508. The Night Photos start at IMG_599. Signaling: They were trying to use the camera
Where are IMG_509 through IMG_598? That is 89 missing pictures.
Theories:
Officially, the Panamanian authorities state that the camera malfunctioned, and only 90 total recoverable images exist across the timeline.