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Texas Man Sentenced to 20 Years for Manslaughter in 1980s 'Texas Killing Fields' Teen Death

Texas Man Sentenced to 20 Years for Manslaughter in 1980s 'Texas Killing Fields' Teen Death

James Elmore Jr. has been sentenced to 20 years in prison by a Galveston County jury after being convicted of manslaughter in the 1986 death of Laura Miller. Miller's body was found in the notorious 'Texas Killing Fields' in League City, Texas. Elmore, 61, was found to have helped administer a cocaine dose that led to Laura Miller's death. Laura Miller went missing in 1984, and her remains were discovered two years later. The case gained renewed attention when Elmore contacted Laura's father, Tim Miller, in 2022, admitting his presence during her death. This led to multiple meetings and a video recording of Elmore revisiting locations related to the death, which was later presented as evidence. Investigators believe Elmore prepared the cocaine vial that his longtime friend, Clyde Hedrick, gave to Laura. Hedrick, who investigators suspected was responsible for other deaths in the 'Texas Killing Fields,' died by suicide in March at age 72, shortly before prosecutors sought to indict him and Elmore.

Human Bones Discovered Behind Southside Medical Center in Petersburg, Virginia

Human Bones Discovered Behind Southside Medical Center in Petersburg, Virginia

Human bones were discovered in the woods behind Southside Medical Center in Petersburg, Virginia, by community members who were searching for a missing man. The individual who found the remains described the experience as shocking and heartbreaking, noting that bones were spread across the scene along with clothing. Petersburg Police responded and quickly determined the remains were likely human. The remains have been transported to the Medical Examiner's Office in Richmond for positive identification and to determine the cause of death and any potential trauma. Petersburg Police Chief Travis Christian indicated that detectives are now working to connect the remains to any missing persons reports in the region. Based on the clothing found, police believe the remains are likely male and may have been in the woods for at least a year. A positive identification could be delayed due to a backlog at the state medical examiner's office.

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Detectives use DNA to ID woman found dead in 2023. Did you know her?

Detectives use DNA to ID woman found dead in 2023. Did you know her?

Detectives have offered a $3,000 reward for information about Regina Hess, found dead in rural Boynton Beach in 2023.

Juneau Police Seek Public Assistance in Locating Missing Woman

Juneau Police Seek Public Assistance in Locating Missing Woman

The Juneau Police Department (JPD) is requesting the public's help to locate Lauralee Josephene Peters, a 37-year-old Juneau resident who was reported missing on Thursday. JPD received a report that Peters had not been seen or heard from for approximately one week. According to the police department, Peters was injured in early July and has since traveled to Wrangell and Anchorage for medical treatment. She was last known to be in Juneau. Peters is described as Alaska Native, approximately 200 pounds, five feet and three inches tall, with black hair and brown eyes. The press release also notes that she may be walking with a cane and could have difficulty climbing stairs, and is known to frequent downtown Juneau.

Missing Woman Last Seen at Fort Yargo State Park Found Safe in Atlanta Area

Missing Woman Last Seen at Fort Yargo State Park Found Safe in Atlanta Area

Erica Gibson, a 21-year-old woman who was reported missing after being last seen at Fort Yargo State Park in Winder, Georgia, has been found safe in the Atlanta area. Authorities had initiated a search effort involving multiple agencies, scouring the park's grounds and water. The search was called off after police received information indicating that Gibson had left the park on her own Wednesday evening. She was last seen wearing blue jean shorts and a green and gray shirt, and is described as 5 feet 6 inches tall and weighing approximately 132 pounds. The City of Winder confirmed that she is no longer considered missing, and police are no longer actively searching for her at the state park. The focus has shifted to ensuring her well-being after she was located.

Two Carmelite Sisters Survive Ambush on Juba-Torit Highway in South Sudan

Two Carmelite Sisters Survive Ambush on Juba-Torit Highway in South Sudan

Two members of the Order of Discalced Carmelites, identified as Sister Helen and Sister Ansa, survived an ambush by armed bandits on the Juba-Torit highway in South Sudan on August 30. The incident occurred near Jebel Gutun in the Lirya area as they were traveling from Torit to Juba. According to local Catholic media, one of the attackers struck Sister Helen on the head, and the sisters, along with other passengers, were robbed of their belongings. Preliminary reports also indicated that two children were abducted during the incident, with no further information on their whereabouts. Bishop Emmanuel Bernardino Lowi Napeta of the Torit Diocese arranged for assistance from Juba, and Sister Helen was transported for medical attention. This ambush occurred five years after two sisters of the Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus were killed by armed men on the same route, highlighting ongoing security concerns in the area.

Family Seeks Answers After NYC Grandmother Found Deceased in Las Vegas

Family Seeks Answers After NYC Grandmother Found Deceased in Las Vegas

The daughter of Alisa Goods, a New York City grandmother, is seeking answers regarding her mother's disappearance and subsequent death in Las Vegas. Alisa Goods, 63, was last seen on August 8 after visiting a CVS. She was reported missing two days later. On August 20, the Metropolitan Police Department found her deceased in a drainage area near Harry Reid International Airport. Surveillance footage from the airport reportedly shows Goods falling down an embankment, getting back up, and then collapsing. Police informed Kristen Goods, the daughter, that the video depicts her mother throwing her belongings and then herself over a pony wall into the embankment, appearing 'wobbly' and 'not really stable.' The family has requested to view the surveillance footage to verify the police account but has been denied access by Metro and Clark County officials. Additionally, suspicious text messages requesting Bitcoin for gas were sent from Alisa Goods' phone four days after the surveillance footage incident, adding an...

Man sentenced to 20 years over a 'Texas Killing Fields' case, decades after dozens of bodies found

Man sentenced to 20 years over a 'Texas Killing Fields' case, decades after dozens of bodies found

A man convicted over a “Texas Killing Fields” death has been sentenced by a jury to 20 years in prison

Amarillo Police Department Seeks Public Assistance in Solving 2021 Fatal Shooting Outside Bar

Amarillo Police Department Seeks Public Assistance in Solving 2021 Fatal Shooting Outside Bar

The Amarillo Police Department (APD) is requesting the community's help to solve a fatal shooting that occurred on April 8, 2021. Uvante Douglas, 20, was shot multiple times and killed outside Guitars and Cadillacs bar. Another individual was shot once in the arm but survived. Six years after the incident, APD's cold case unit, led by Sgt. Joel Hodges, is actively seeking new information. Investigators have identified two persons of interest but require additional witness testimony to elevate their status beyond that. Douglas's family, including his grandmother Dianna Douglas White, is urging anyone with information to come forward to bring justice for Uvante and prevent similar tragedies.

Hawaii Island Police Seek Public Assistance to Locate Missing Man Brandon Cranfield

Hawaii Island Police Seek Public Assistance to Locate Missing Man Brandon Cranfield

Hawaii Island police are requesting public assistance to locate Brandon Cranfield, a 29-year-old man reported missing and endangered. Cranfield was last seen on August 28 at approximately 11 a.m. in the 75-5000 block of Alahou Street in Kailua-Kona. Authorities describe Cranfield as being 6 feet, 4 inches tall, weighing about 300 pounds, with medium-length blond hair and blue eyes. The police are urging anyone who may have seen Cranfield or possesses information that could aid in safely locating him to contact 911 or the Hawaii Police Department’s non-emergency line at 808-935-3311.

Lindsay Clancy Jury Deadlocked, Mistrial Risk Grows in Massachusetts Case

Lindsay Clancy Jury Deadlocked, Mistrial Risk Grows in Massachusetts Case

The jury in the Lindsay Clancy trial is struggling to reach a verdict, having informed Judge William Sullivan twice that they are at an impasse regarding whether the Massachusetts mother is criminally responsible for killing her three young children. Clancy, a 36-year-old former labor and delivery nurse, does not deny strangling her children in 2023. Her defense argues that postpartum psychosis led to her actions, while prosecutors contend she was aware of her actions when she killed Cora, Dawson, and Callan Clancy, aged 5, 3, and 8 months. The trial has garnered significant public interest, sparking divisions over her culpability and the broader issues surrounding maternal mental health after childbirth. Judge Sullivan has urged the jurors to continue deliberating, considering opposing views without abandoning their convictions.

Milwaukee Police Department Releases Call for Service Data

Milwaukee Police Department Releases Call for Service Data

The Milwaukee Police Department (MPD) has made its Calls for Service data publicly available, displaying a summary of 911 calls dispatched to officers. This data is updated every five minutes and reflects calls dispatched between 30 and 90 minutes prior to the update time. Users can filter the information by Police District to view specific areas. The online portal provides details such as call number, date/time, location, police district, nature of the call, and its current status. Examples of recent calls include 'Welfare Citizen,' 'Subject Wanted,' 'Property Damage,' and '911 Service in Progress.' The MPD emphasizes that this document is for illustrative purposes only and does not guarantee the content's accuracy, timeliness, or completeness due to data collection methods. The City of Milwaukee disclaims liability for the information provided.