"46-Year Mystery Solved: Missing Iowa Girl's Remains Identified in Missouri"
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A body found in 1978 in Missouri has been identified as that of missing Iowa teenager Helen Renee Groomes, thanks to advancements in DNA technology and genealogy. The remains, initially believed to be of a middle-aged woman, were determined to be those of a 15-year-old girl. After a pivotal breakthrough in 2023, DNA testing confirmed the match, bringing closure to the family of the missing girl. The investigation into Groomes' disappearance and death is ongoing.
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