DecadesOld Archives

Decades-Old Mystery Unraveled: Indiana WWI Veteran’s Murder Case Closed with Suspect’s Death

Indianapolis, Ind. — The decades-long mystery surrounding the murder of a World War I veteran has finally reached a conclusion, with investigators identifying a suspect nearly 50 years after the crime was committed. Although the case has been resolved, the alleged perpetrator passed away long before facing justice. The victim, 77-year-old John Doe, was discovered in his Indianapolis home in 1973, the apparent victim of a brutal attack. His murder had gone unsolved for years, …

Decades-Old Mystery Unravels: Son Confronts Father’s Conviction in Long-Unsolved Murder of Selonia Reed

Hammond, LA — Decades of enigma and heartbreak surrounded a small Louisiana town following the brutal murder of 26-year-old Selonia Reed. The case, which remained unsolved for over 30 years, was finally revitalized with new evidence, leading to the arrest of her husband, Reginald Reed Sr., and an accomplice in a complex tale of betrayal, insurance fraud, and murder. On a summer night in 1987, Selonia Reed disappeared after reportedly leaving her home to meet …

Decades-Old Mystery: Unsolved Case of Kathryn Hill Revisited After 30 Years

Lake Township, Ohio — Nearly three decades have passed since the body of Kathryn Hill was discovered behind a truck stop in Lake Township, Ohio, marking one of the many unresolved homicide cases from that era that echo a chilling pattern of similar killings. The unsolved murder of Hill continues to haunt both law enforcement and the local community, serving as an unsettling reminder of their quest for justice. During the early 1990s, the region …

Key Witness in Decades-Old Murder Case Assassinated in UP Village, Police Hunt for Five Suspects

NEW DELHI: In a tragic development in a long-standing murder case, a key witness was killed in Bijopura village, Uttar Pradesh, under circumstances police are describing as a targeted attack. According to local authorities, the 35-year-old man, identified only as Salman, was shot dead over the weekend, with his death linked directly to his role as a crucial witness in his brother’s murder trial, an event that has shocked the local community and renewed fears …

Louisiana Mother Charged in 1970 Cold Case of Toddler Son’s Death: New Forensic Evidence Unveils Decades-Old Mystery

SULPHUR, La. — In a remarkable twist to a decades-old mystery, a Louisiana woman has been arrested for the alleged murder of her toddler son more than 50 years ago. Alice Bunch Idlett, 75, faces second-degree murder charges in connection with the death of Earl D. Bunch III, who was only 16 months old at the time of his demise on January 20, 1970. The arrest followed a detailed revival of the case last year …

Decades-Old Blurry Photo Cracks Cold Case: New Forensic Tech Leads to Arrest in 2003 Murder of Elderly Suffolk Woman

Suffolk County, N.Y. – A decades-old cold case involving the murder of 88-year-old Edna Schubert, who was found dead in her home in 2003, has been solved thanks to advances in forensic technology and the determined efforts of law enforcement. The case, which had remained unsolved due to a lack of clear evidence despite exhaustive investigative measures, experienced a breakthrough when a once dismissed blurry fingerprint image was reexamined. Schubert, who was known to live …

Decades-Old Mystery: The Unsolved Case of Two Girls Who Vanished in Minneapolis in 1963

Minneapolis, MN — In a chilling cold case that has puzzled investigators for decades, the 1963 disappearance of two young girls in Minneapolis continues to evoke intrigue and sorrow. Mary Anderson and Susan Johnson, both 12, vanished without a trace after leaving their homes to attend a nearby party. Their sudden disappearance sent shockwaves through the community, casting a long shadow over the city’s sense of security. In the intervening years, multiple theories have emerged …

Decades-Old Cold Case Revisited: Can Modern DNA Technology Solve the Julianne Stallman Murder Mystery?

Butte, Montana — The small, tight-knit community of Butte has not forgotten the grim morning of November 1994, when Julianne Stallman, a local resident, was found slain in her own home. Despite nearly three decades passing, the cold case of her brutal stabbing continues to confound law enforcement, leaving many to wonder if recent developments in forensic science could finally bring closure. Julianne, remembered by neighbors as a kind-hearted and spirited woman, left behind a …

Mystery Persists in Decades-Old Gwinnett County Murder: Who Killed Ray Neal?

On July 16, 2023, in Lawrenceville, Georgia, the unsolved mystery of Ray Neal’s homicide continues to linger, keeping both local officials and community members in a state of despair. Neal was 61 years old when he was found dead in his own home by his sister, in what appeared to be a bloody, brutal scene. Although initially thought to be a result of natural causes, it was later revealed through an autopsy that Neal suffered …

New Fingerprint Evidence Casts Doubt in Decades-Old Las Vegas Murder Mystery Involving Margaret Rudin

Las Vegas, Nevada — The 1994 murder case involving Margaret Rudin, convicted for the killing of her husband Ron Rudin, has resurfaced with new evidence that could question her guilt in the notorious Las Vegas mystery. Margaret Rudin was convicted in 2001 for the murder of her fifth husband, wealthy real estate mogul Ron Rudin, whose charred remains were discovered in the desert outside Las Vegas. The case, which attracted media fascination, was marked by …