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Morgan Geyser's Release Privileges Revoked Following Escape
12/17/2025, 10:19:13 PM
Overview of the Incident
Morgan Geyser, a Wisconsin woman who, at the age of 12, was involved in a near-fatal stabbing of her classmate Payton Leutner in 2014, will not contest the state's efforts to revoke her release privileges after she escaped from a group home. Geyser, now 23, had been residing in a Madison group home under GPS monitoring following her commitment to a state psychiatric hospital for seven years.
Details of the Escape
On November 22, 2025, Geyser cut off her GPS monitor and fled the state with a 43-year-old companion. They were apprehended the following day at a truck stop outside Chicago, approximately 170 miles south of Madison. In response to her escape, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services filed a sealed petition with Waukesha County Circuit Judge Scott Wagner on November 25, seeking to revoke her release privileges.
Legal Proceedings
Geyser's attorney, Tony Cotton, informed Judge Wagner that Geyser would not contest the petition, allowing for her return to the Winnebago Mental Health Institute, which is operated by the state Department of Health Services. The decision follows a history of serious offenses; Geyser and her accomplice, Anissa Weier, lured Leutner to a park and Geyser stabbed her 19 times, claiming they wanted to impress the fictional horror character Slender Man.
Background of the Case
The Slender Man character was created by Eric Knudsen in 2009 and became a popular figure in online horror culture, inspiring various media, including video games and a film. Geyser and Weier believed that by committing the attack, they would gain favor with Slender Man and protect their families from harm. Following the attack, both girls were committed to psychiatric care, with Geyser receiving a 40-year sentence and Weier a 25-year sentence. Weier was conditionally released in 2021.
Official Statements & Responses
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services expressed concerns about Geyser's trustworthiness, which influenced their opposition to her release. Geyser's attorney did not provide further comments on her decision to flee or the implications of her actions.
Criticism & Opposition
Critics of Geyser's initial release have raised concerns about the adequacy of mental health evaluations and the potential risks posed by her freedom. The state's swift action to revoke her privileges following the escape reflects ongoing apprehensions regarding her rehabilitation and public safety.
What's Next
Following the revocation of her release privileges, Geyser is expected to be returned to the Winnebago Mental Health Institute, where she will continue her treatment under state supervision. Further evaluations may be conducted to assess her mental health and readiness for any future release.
