Hotel Welfare Checks Ignored Before Sam Nordquist's Gruesome Death

Law enforcement officers were called to Patty's Lodge in Canandaigua, New York, on multiple occasions prior to the discovery of Sam Nordquist's body. However, it remains unclear whether authorities ever visited Room 22, where prosecutors allege Nordquist was tortured and killed.

Troubling Timeline: Calls to Patty's Lodge Before Discovery

Newly obtained sheriff’s office call records reveal a series of calls to Patty’s Lodge in the weeks leading up to Nordquist's death. Deputies from the Ontario County Sheriff's Office responded to various requests, including welfare checks, family disputes, and a probation check. Notably, these calls took place between January and February 2023, during the period when prosecutors say Nordquist was held captive in Room 22.

1. Welfare Checks: The records indicate at least two welfare checks were performed at Patty's Lodge during this time. It is unclear if these checks included a visit to Room 22.
2. Family Disputes: Deputies responded to three instances of "family trouble" reported at the hotel, suggesting a volatile environment within the premises.
3. Probation Check and Warrant: Law enforcement also conducted a probation check and issued a warrant for an unnamed individual's arrest during these weeks. The specific details regarding this warrant remain undisclosed.

Despite these calls, it is unclear whether authorities were ever directed to Room 22, where prosecutors allege Nordquist was subjected to prolonged abuse and ultimately died from his injuries.

Room 22: A Site of Silent Suffering

The proximity of rooms at Patty's Lodge raises questions about the possibility of others hearing Nordquist's cries for help. The hotel consists of small buildings with approximately two dozen rooms grouped together, meaning anyone on the property would be within several dozen feet of Room 22.

Prosecutors have stated that there is no indication any witnesses heard the abuse taking place inside Room 22, despite the prolonged nature and involvement of multiple individuals. Additionally, no one reported any suspicious activity at the hotel during this period.

Family's Plea for Help Ignored

Nordquist's family, residing in Oakdale, Minnesota, expressed their concern by requesting a wellness check on Room 22 while Nordquist was still alive in October. New York State Police confirmed that they conducted the check and documented that Nordquist stated he was fine and did not require any medical or law enforcement assistance.

Tragically, the family's attempts to ensure Nordquist's safety were unsuccessful. They again requested a welfare check on February 9th and reported him missing to their local Oakdale police on February 10th. Unfortunately, Nordquist's remains were discovered three days later in a field near Patty's Lodge, wrapped in plastic bags.