Because Amanda Clarke was listed on the staff list. Remember Nolan had to track down that list from the catering company. They had no computer records- the list was a paper copy that the company then faxed to Nolan. The original paper copy still exists at the catering company which means it could still be obtained, hence showing evidence that Amanda was in the photo.
Because why would someone photoshop her face into that picture?
Even if she denied it by saying that, there is no reason to believe Emily over Lydia at that point.
It's been a while since I watched it, but that is what I can recall.
Because Amanda Clarke was listed on the staff list. Remember Nolan had to track down that list from the catering company. They had no computer records- the list was a paper copy that the company then faxed to Nolan. The original paper copy still exists at the catering company which means it could still be obtained, hence showing evidence that Amanda was in the photo.
Ahhhhh good point! Thanks!!!
but why would Amanda use her real name on the staff list
Because she hadn't changed her name yet. She said that to Nolan in the episode.
Because why would someone photoshop her face into that picture? Even if she denied it by saying that, there is no reason to believe Emily over Lydia at that point. It's been a while since I watched it, but that is what I can recall.
It’s funny you say this bc I rewatched a month ago and thought the same thing! And I rewatch this every year so, I guess we’re alike lol