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Pecatonica River

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crime-and-justice1 year ago

"1966 Chevrolet Impala Linked to Decades-Old Cold Case Disappearance Found in Illinois River"

A 1966 Chevrolet Impala was recovered from the Pecatonica River, believed to be linked to the 1976 disappearance of two Freeport-area men. Skeletal remains were found at the site and along the river bank, prompting a forensic investigation to identify the individuals. The Winnebago County Sheriff's Office urges anyone with information to come forward, as they work to unravel the mystery surrounding the car and the missing persons case.

crime-and-justice1 year ago

"1976 Cold Case Breakthrough: Human Remains Found in Car Pulled from Illinois River"

Divers recovered human remains from a 1966 Chevrolet Impala pulled from the Pecatonica River in Winnebago County, Illinois. The remains of at least two individuals were found inside the vehicle and along the river bank, along with personal items. The car is believed to be linked to the 1976 disappearance of two Freeport-area men, and the investigation to identify the remains is ongoing. Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward.

crime1 year ago

"Fishermen's Tip Leads to Break in 1976 Cold Case with Car Pulled from Illinois River"

A 1966 Chevrolet Impala was pulled from the Pecatonica River in northern Illinois, potentially linked to the 1976 disappearance of two men, Clarence Owens and Everette Hawley. The car, believed to belong to Owens, was found after a tip from fishermen who detected a vehicle using sonar equipment. The men were last seen at a farm auction and foul play is suspected. Authorities have not disclosed if any remains were found with the car.