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Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
A car discovered in a Georgia pond is believed to belong to a New York couple who have been missing since 1980, potentially providing a breakthrough in a decades-old cold case.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
A car and human bone found in a Georgia pond may be linked to Charles and Catherine Romer, a couple who vanished in 1980. The vehicle, a Lincoln Continental, matches the description of the car the Romers were driving when they disappeared while returning home from Miami Beach. The discovery was made by a sonar team, and authorities are investigating the site for additional remains. The couple's disappearance had raised suspicions of foul play due to the valuable jewelry Catherine Romer was wearing at the time.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Yahoo Finance
A car matching the description of a 1978 Lincoln driven by Charles and Catherine Romer, a wealthy New York couple who vanished in 1980, has been found submerged in a Georgia pond near their last known location. A human bone was discovered inside the vehicle, and the Georgia Bureau of Investigation is involved in the case. The couple disappeared while returning from Miami Beach, and foul play was suspected due to the valuable jewelry Catherine was wearing. The pond is being drained to further investigate the remains and circumstances of their disappearance.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by FOX 59 Indianapolis
Two bodies have been found in rural Oklahoma, possibly those of two missing Kansas women, Veronica Butler and Jilian Kelley. Four people have been arrested in connection with their disappearance, and authorities believe they have the responsible parties in custody. The suspects are facing charges including first-degree murder and kidnapping. The women were last seen in late March, and their abandoned vehicle was found with evidence suggesting foul play. The investigation is ongoing, and the bodies are being examined for identification and cause of death.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by BBC.com
Japan is facing a dire situation following a 7.6 magnitude earthquake that struck the Noto peninsula on New Year's Day, leaving 92 dead and 242 missing. Despite the critical 72-hour window for finding survivors having passed, rescue efforts continue with increased troops. The earthquake caused extensive damage, landslides, and a small tsunami, leading to tens of thousands without utilities and hundreds cut off from aid. The Japanese government has allocated funds for assistance, while rescue teams face challenges reaching isolated areas due to aftershocks and blocked roads.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Associated Press
A series of powerful earthquakes hit Japan's western coast, leading to at least 94 deaths and 222 missing persons. Survivors have been found in the rubble, including a woman rescued 72 hours post-disaster and an older man in Suzu. The quakes caused significant damage, including a large fire in Wajima, tsunamis, and landslides. The coastline shifted by up to 250 meters in some areas. Aid is being provided by the United States and individuals like Shohei Ohtani, while thousands of Japanese troops assist in rescue efforts. Evacuation centers house around 34,000 displaced people, with concerns about disease and the need for basic supplies. Despite the devastation, residents are already considering rebuilding their communities.