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crime1 year ago

"10,000 Human Remains Found on Indiana Serial Killer's Farm"

Authorities continue to identify victims from the 10,000 human remains found on serial killer Herb Baumeister's Indiana farm, nearly 30 years after his death. Baumeister, who targeted young gay men in the 1980s and '90s, is suspected of killing at least 25 people. Recent identifications include Jeffrey A. Jones, Allen Livingston, and Manuel Resendez, with four additional DNA profiles still unidentified. The investigation remains challenging due to the condition of the remains.

tragic-incident1 year ago

Tragic Columbia Townhouse Fire Claims Teen's Life

A fatal fire in a townhouse on Shell Flower Lane in Columbia claimed the life of 15-year-old resident Katie Chase, with two others transported to the hospital for evaluation. The fire, which was determined to be accidental, was brought under control in about 20 minutes by firefighters. The Red Cross has been requested to assist the home's residents, and investigations into the cause of the fire are ongoing.

tragedy1 year ago

"Final Victim of Maui Wildfire Identified: Closure for Community"

Maui police have identified the 100th and final known victim of the deadly Lahaina wildfire as Lydia Coloma, 70, making her the ninth member of her family to be confirmed dead. The scale and intensity of the fire made victim identification extremely difficult, with the death toll initially revised from 115 to 97 due to more precise testing. Now, all 100 individuals have been identified and their families notified, with just three people remaining unaccounted for. The community still faces challenges in rebuilding and recovering from the disaster, including a housing shortage for survivors and disagreement over the disposal of toxic ash and debris.

natural-disasters1 year ago

"Final Victim of Maui's Lahaina Wildfire Identified"

Hawaii officials have identified 70-year-old Lydia Coloma as the last of the 100 known victims of the deadly Lahaina wildfire that struck Maui last year. Eight members of Coloma’s family were also killed in the wildfires. The fast-moving wildfires, fueled by winds from Hurricane Dora, devastated the historic town of Lahaina and displaced hundreds of residents. The death toll from the wildfires reached at least 100, making it the deadliest wildfire in the US in over a century. Over 5,400 people remained displaced five months after the wildfire, and efforts are underway to address the housing issue. Three people are still classified as missing due to the wildfires, and officials are encouraging anyone with information to contact the police.

disastertragedy1 year ago

"Final Victim of Maui Wildfire Identified Months After Tragedy"

The last victim of the wind-fueled wildfire in Maui's Lahaina town has been identified as Lydia Coloma, making her the 100th confirmed death with 100 estimated fatalities. The county and police department have notified all families of the deceased following the August disaster, which destroyed most of Lahaina and displaced many. The cause of the fire remains undetermined, and criticism arose regarding the lack of warning sirens in the area. The government continues to support affected families during this challenging time.

crime2 years ago

"Victim's Remains Found on Indiana Serial Killer's Property Identified as Man Missing Since 1993"

The remains of a victim found on the property of serial killer Herbert Baumeister have been identified as Manuel Resendez, who went missing in 1993. The Hamilton County Coroner's Office has been working to identify the nearly 10,000 remains recovered from Baumeister's property, with recent success in identifying another victim, Allen Livingston. Efforts to bring closure to victims' families continue, and DNA testing is ongoing to identify possible victims. Families of potential victims are encouraged to contact the Hamilton County Coroner's Office to provide DNA samples for testing.

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.