Three suspects released in teen's disappearance



The lawyer for one of the suspects said his client plans to leave for college in Holland.
SINT NICOLAAS, Aruba (AP) -- All three suspects in the disappearance of an Alabama teenager were released from jail Saturday in a setback for the prosecution and the biggest blow yet to Natalee Holloway's family.
Joran van der Sloot, an 18-year-old Dutchman, and two Surinamese brothers, Satish Kalpoe, 18 and Deepak Kalpoe, 21, were released on condition. Van der Sloot can leave Aruba but must remain in Dutch territory, but the brother must stay in Aruba.
The Kalpoe brothers emerged from prison dressed in jeans, carrying black plastic bags and accompanied by their lawyers.
"It's a happy day for the Kalpoe family," said David Kock, an attorney for Satish.
At his home later, Van der Sloot came out smiling, flung an arm around his father's neck and squeezed his mother's shoulder. He did not address reporters.
"We would like to express our happiness to have Joran back in our lives," said his mother, Anita. "His life has been turned upside down."
She said her family had been the victim of "slander based on rumor and gossip. It is easy to destroy the lives of people, especially through the press."
Van der Sloot's lawyer, Richie Kock, said the teenager would soon be going to university in Holland.
Holloway was last seen leaving a bar with van der Sloot and the Kalpoe brothers. Her family has often been critical of Aruban authorities' handling of the case.
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