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crime2 years ago

"Deceased Virginia Fisherman Linked to 1980s Killings in Cold-Case Breakthrough"

Virginia police announced that deceased fisherman Alan W. Wilmer Sr. was responsible for three 1980s killings, including the Colonial Parkway murders, due to new DNA evidence. The victims included David L. Knobling, Robin M. Edwards, and Teresa Lynn Spaw Howell. Wilmer's DNA was matched to evidence from the crime scenes, and authorities are investigating other potential connections. The cases were among a wave of cold cases solved through advances in DNA technology, bringing relief and closure to the victims' families.

via The New York Times|
#1980s-killings#cold-cases#colonial-parkway-murders
crime2 years ago

"Deceased Virginia Fisherman Identified as Suspect in 1980s Cold-Case Murders"

Virginia State Police identified deceased fisherman Alan W. Wilmer Sr. as the prime suspect in three cold-case killings, including the 1987 shooting deaths of David L. Knobling and Robin M. Edwards, and the 1989 strangulation of Teresa Lynn Spaw Howell, through DNA evidence. If alive, charges would be filed against him. The cases are not linked to the Colonial Parkway Murders, and investigations remain active. Wilmer's DNA also tied him to Howell's killing. Police are examining his possible ties to additional cases and appealing to the public for information.

via New York Post |
#cold-case#colonial-parkway-murders#crime
crime2 years ago

"Deceased Fisherman Identified as Suspect in Decades-Old Colonial Parkway Murders and Hampton Homicide Cases"

A deceased fisherman, Alan Wade Wilmer Sr., has been identified as the suspect in three cold-case homicides in Virginia from the 1980s, including two of the notorious "Colonial Parkway Murders." Forensic evidence linked Wilmer to the 1987 double murder of David L. Knobling and Robin M. Edwards, and the 1989 murder of Teresa Lynn Spaw Howell. Authorities are now seeking information to determine if Wilmer is connected to more cases, including other Colonial Parkway Murders.

via NBC News|
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crime2 years ago

"Deceased Fisher Named Suspect in 1980s Cold-Case Murders"

Virginia police have identified deceased fisherman Alan Wilmer Sr as a suspect in three cold-case murders from the 1980s, including two linked to the Colonial Parkway murders. Wilmer's DNA was legally obtained after his death, and he would have been charged if alive. The victims were sexually assaulted, and investigators are actively pursuing leads on the other killings. Wilmer was also named as the suspect in the 1989 killing of Teresa Lynn Spaw Howell. Families of the victims expressed relief and gratitude, and authorities are seeking information from anyone who knew Wilmer.

via The Guardian US|
#cold-case#colonial-parkway-murders#crime
crime2 years ago

"Virginia Police Identify Suspect in 1980s Cold-Case Homicides, Including Colonial Parkway Murders"

Virginia police have identified Alan W. Wilmer Sr., a deceased smalltime fisherman, as the suspect in three cold-case homicides from the 1980s, including two victims of the "Colonial Parkway Murders." Wilmer's DNA was legally obtained after his death, and he is also linked to the 1989 slaying of Teresa Lynn Spaw Howell. Investigators are actively pursuing leads on the other killings and are seeking information from anyone who knew Wilmer.

via CBS News|
#cold-case#colonial-parkway-murders#crime