Nearly 14 years after human remains were found along I-94 in Chicago, state police say the person has finally been identified.
Human remains discovered along a Chicago highway in 2012 have been identified nearly 14 years later.On Thursday, the Illinois State Police announced the resolution of a cold case involving human remains found on Feb.
18, 2012, under the I-94 overpass at Cicero Avenue.The remains were discovered by a maintenance worker in the area. At the time, investigators did not suspect foul play, but the man’s identity remained unknown for years.On Jan. 20, forensic genealogy testing confirmed the remains belonged to Ronald M. Risher, who was 64 years old. Police said the identification was made after investigators submitted a DNA sample from a possible relative.The exact cause and manner of Risher’s death could not be determined because of the condition of the remains. However, exposure to cold is believed to have been a contributing factor."The Illinois State Police is steadfast in their efforts in pursuit of truth and justice as we to continue to investigate cold case death investigations and other significant unsolved matters," ISP said in a press release.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Man Exonerated After Video Evidence Overturns 2012 Murder ConvictionA man serving a life sentence for a 2012 murder has been exonerated after surveillance footage proved he was not at the scene. His attorney said the video placed him at his apartment during the shooting. The retrial acquitted him of all charges after nearly 11 years of incarceration. The case highlights flaws in the justice system and the importance of video evidence.
Read more »
Adam Sandler & Andy Samberg’s 2012 Comedy Movie Is Leaving NetflixA comedy movie starring Adam Sandler and Andy Samberg is leaving Netflix very soon. Learn when it's leaving here.
Read more »
Things to do in Chicago this weekend — SoxFest Live, Chicago Boat Show and moreFrom SoxFest and the Chicago Boat Show to Chocolate Week and family-friendly markets, here's what's happening Jan. 30- Feb. 1.
Read more »
Man who nearly beat Chicago train passenger to death walks free with no prison time: reportFox News Channel offers its audiences in-depth news reporting, along with opinion and analysis encompassing the principles of free people, free markets and diversity of thought, as an alternative to the left-of-center offerings of the news marketplace.
Read more »
Novak Djokovic’s 2012 Australian Open Final Racket Up For Auction, Could Fetch $200K+Attention, tennis fanatics -- the racket Novak Djokovic used in his 2012 Australian Open final against Rafael Nadal is up for auction ... and if ya got a spare six figures lying around, you can get in on this rare item!!
Read more »
Adult Swim Ups Cameron Tang to Head of Development and Current SeriesHe’s been a part of the Adult Swim team since 2012.
Read more »