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crime2 years ago

"Final Victim of Green River Killer Identified After Nearly 40 Years"

The remains of Tammie Liles, the last known victim of the Green River Killer, have been identified using DNA testing, bringing closure to her family. Gary Ridgway, the notorious serial killer, led detectives to the spot where he claimed to have left her body in 2003. With this identification, all of Ridgway's 49 victims have been identified. However, there may still be other unsolved cases linked to the killer, as he claimed to have killed 65 to 70 young women and girls.

via New York Post |
#crime#dna-testing#green-river-killer
crime2 years ago

"Identification of Green River Killer's Final Victim Sparks Renewed Efforts to Solve Remaining Cases"

The remains of Tammie Liles, the 49th and last known victim of the Green River serial killer, Gary Ridgway, have been identified by authorities in Washington state. While all of Ridgway's known victims have now been identified, there are still "other unsolved cases" that may be connected to him. Ridgway, who preyed on vulnerable girls and young women in the 1980s and 1990s, was arrested in 2001 and pleaded guilty to 48 counts of aggravated murder. Despite closing 51 cases, there are still parents seeking answers about the death and murder of their daughters.

via CBS News|
#crime#dna#green-river-killer
crime2 years ago

"Police Negligence: Detroit Serial Killer Evades Capture for Years"

Detroit police repeatedly mishandled an investigation into a serial killer, allowing him to murder four women and rape two others over a span of fifteen years. DeAngelo Martin is now serving a prison sentence for the crimes, but an investigation revealed that police missed multiple opportunities to apprehend him sooner. The families of the victims are outraged at the police's negligence and believe they would have been more diligent if the victims were not vulnerable individuals struggling with addiction, mental illness, or homelessness. The police failed to follow up on leads, neglected evidence, arrested the wrong person, and did not communicate with other departments about Martin. The internal affairs report described the situation as a "total systemic breakdown."

via Daily Mail|
#crime#detroit#dna-evidence
crime2 years ago

Decades-Long Mystery Solved: Runaway Teen Identified as Green River Killer Victim

The remains of a victim of the Green River Killer, known as Bones 17, have been identified as Lori Anne Ratzpotnik, a 15-year-old runaway who went missing in 1982. The identification was made possible through forensic genetic genealogy testing and DNA comparison with her mother's sample. The Green River Killer, Gary Ridgway, confessed to the murders of Ratzpotnik and 46 other women and girls in 2003. Two victims of Ridgway's remain unidentified, and three women associated with the case are still missing.

via CBS News|
#crime#dna-testing#gary-ridgway
crime2 years ago

Unveiling the Identity of the 'Woman With the Flower Tattoo' After 31 Years

A British woman who was killed in Belgium 31 years ago has been identified through an international campaign launched by Interpol earlier this year to identify nearly two dozen women found dead across Europe. The woman, known as "the woman with the flower tattoo," was found dead in June 1992. Interpol's Operation Identify Me, which shared details of unsolved cases, led to over 1,000 tips. One tip from a person in Britain recognized the flower tattoo as belonging to a relative, leading to the identification of the woman as Rita Roberts. The case remains active, and authorities are seeking information on the circumstances surrounding her death.

via The New York Times|
#belgium#cold-case#crime
crime2 years ago

Inside the Disturbing World of Gilgo Beach Suspect Rex Heuermann

Rex Heuermann, the suspect in the Gilgo Beach murders, has left a trail of contradictory recollections among his neighbors and acquaintances. Some remember him as a caring and helpful individual, while others found his behavior unsettling. Heuermann has been charged with the murders of three sex workers and is considered the prime suspect in the killing of a fourth. He has pleaded not guilty and denied involvement in the killings. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are exploring possible links between Heuermann and other victims found along Ocean Parkway.

via NBC News|
#crime#gilgo-beach-murders#long-island
crime2 years ago

"Kerri Rawson Unveils Dennis Rader's Sketches and Promising Leads"

Kerri Rawson, daughter of serial killer Dennis Rader (BTK), has shared sketches drawn by her father, potentially indicating other victims. Rawson is working with authorities to determine if these sketches represent actual crime scenes or missing victims. At least nine cases in three states have been reopened with Rader as a suspect, and more are being investigated. Rawson is focused on solving these cases, even if they turn out not to be her father's victims, as she believes the spotlight needs to be put on long-standing cold cases.

via KAKE|
#btk#crime#dennis-rader
crime2 years ago

Possible Identification of Woman in BTK Serial Killer's Drawing, Sheriff Reveals

A woman depicted in drawings by the BTK serial killer, Dennis Rader, has possibly been identified, according to the Osage County Sheriff in Oklahoma. The sheriff's team is investigating tips from the public following the release of Rader's detailed colored drawings of barns with female victims. They believe the drawings may depict additional crimes committed by Rader in Oklahoma, Kansas, and Missouri. Rader, who is serving life sentences for 10 murders, has claimed he did not commit any other murders. Investigators are hoping that releasing the drawings will lead to the identification of more victims or the discovery of hidden evidence. Rader's daughter is assisting investigators, and they are also looking into potential connections to unsolved cases in the area.

via CNN|
#barns#btk-serial-killer#crime
crime2 years ago

"BTK Killer's Former Property Yields Potential Clues in Unsolved Cases"

Authorities have named the BTK serial killer, Dennis Rader, as the "prime suspect" in two unsolved murders in Oklahoma and Missouri. The investigation began with the re-examination of the 1976 disappearance of Cynthia Kinney, leading to the discovery of other potential unsolved homicides and missing persons cases. Rader, who was responsible for 10 killings from 1974 to 1991, is now being investigated for additional crimes. Authorities have conducted a search near Rader's former property in Kansas, uncovering "items of interest." Rader's daughter has cooperated with investigators and hopes to find answers regarding her father's potential involvement in other cases.

via The Associated Press|
#btk-killer#crime#dennis-rader
crime2 years ago

Kansas Authorities Investigate Former Property of BTK Serial Killer for Unsolved Case Links

Authorities in Kansas are searching the former property of Dennis Rader, also known as the BTK Killer, as they investigate possible connections to unsolved missing persons and murder cases. Rader, who is serving multiple life sentences for murdering 10 people between the 1970s and 1990s, admitted to carrying out the killings to fulfill his sexual fantasies. The search comes as investigators continue to follow leads related to the notorious serial killer's crimes.

via CNN|
#btk-killer#crime#dennis-rader
crime2 years ago

Unsolved Cases Prompt Investigation of BTK Dennis Rader's Former Kansas Property

Investigators from Oklahoma are searching the former Kansas property of serial killer Dennis Rader, also known as BTK, in connection with unsolved missing persons and murder cases. Rader confessed to killing 10 people in 2005. The search is focused on leads related to murders and missing individuals that may be linked to Rader. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities have not provided further details. Rader's daughter mentioned the possibility of evidence being hidden under stone pavers in a shed on the property. Rader has denied involvement in the cold cases but has cooperated with investigators regarding the disappearance of Shawna Garber in 1990.

via Fox News|
#btk#crime#dennis-rader
crime2 years ago

DNA Evidence Connects Maryland Hiker's Murder to Los Angeles Home Invasion

DNA evidence has linked the killing of a Maryland woman, Rachel Morin, whose body was found near a hiking trail, to a Los Angeles home invasion and assault of a young girl earlier this year. Both cases remain unsolved, but detectives have matched DNA collected from the crime scenes. Authorities released surveillance footage and photos of the suspect from the Los Angeles incident and are hoping someone will recognize him. The motive behind the killing of Rachel Morin is believed to be a potentially random act of violence. The sheriff's office has increased patrols in the area and plans to install cameras along the trail.

via ABC News|
#crime#dna-evidence#los-angeles
crime2 years ago

The Disturbing Connection: Rex Heuermann's Involvement in the Gilgo Beach Murders

Rex Heuermann, believed to be the Long Island Serial Killer (LISK), has been connected to four of the victims known as the "Gilgo Beach 4." However, there are at least six more victims, including some who were dismembered, found in the same area, raising questions about whether there is one killer or multiple. The discovery of body parts in different locations, such as Manorville and Gilgo Beach, adds to the complexity of the case. John Bittrolff, a Manorville resident, was initially suspected to be connected to the Gilgo Beach case but was convicted for different murders. The debate about one or multiple killers has persisted since the early days of the investigation. Law enforcement agencies are now reexamining missing persons and cold cases across the country to determine if Heuermann is involved.

via Fox News|
#crime#gilgo-beach-murders#long-island-serial-killer
crime2 years ago

The Controversial Case of Carlee Russell: Unraveling the Truth

The unverified report of Carlee Russell's alleged kidnapping threatens to overshadow the thousands of unsolved cases of missing Black people, according to advocates. Russell went missing after reporting a toddler walking along the highway, but police were unable to verify her initial statement, including the claim of abduction. The doubt surrounding her case highlights the struggle Black families face in getting their missing person cases taken seriously, while cases of missing White women and children receive immediate attention. Advocates emphasize the need to continue amplifying the cases of missing Black people, as many disappearances stem from human trafficking, domestic violence, and mental health incidents.

via CNN|
#advocacy#carlee-russell#crime