Remains of LA millionaire missing since 1981 identified after more than 40 years

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After more than 40 years, authorities in Southern California identified the remains of Thelma Gaston, a missing millionaire since 1981. Genetic genealogy and dental records were used to confirm the identity, and her companion was convicted of second-degree murder.

After Thelma Gaston disappeared, her companion was convicted of second-degree murder Authorities in southern California announced this week that, after more than 40 years, they had identified the remains of a Los Angeles millionaire missing since 1981. The Riverside county sheriff confirmed in a statement that investigators, using genetic genealogy and dental records, had determined the remains found in a rugged area near Sugarloaf Mountain were those of Thelma Gaston. Continue reading...