Michael Davis identified in Greenwood remains case
Michael Davis identified in Greenwood remains case
Fatal Greenwood remains case of Michael Davis – Obituary
Human remains discovered in Greenwood more than three decades ago have recently been identified as those of Michael Davis from Richland County, South Carolina.
Davis, who was in his mid-20s at the time of his death, had been missing since the late 1980s.
The Johnson County Coroner, Mike Pruitt, announced that remains found in 1993 near Interstate 65, now Otte Golf Course, were conclusively matched to Davis.
Despite long-standing suspicions of homicide, the cause and manner of Davis’ death were previously undetermined.
Following months of investigation involving emails, phone calls, and cooperation from law enforcement agencies in the U.S. and Canada, potential family members were located.
Financial support for DNA testing was provided by Ashley Flowers, founder and CEO of the Crime Junkie podcast, with kits processed by Othram Forensics.
The case, which had been cold with no leads for years, saw significant progress thanks to advancements in DNA and genealogy techniques.
The collaboration between the Greenwood Police Department, the University of Indianapolis, and Othram Forensic DNA Testing Laboratory led to a successful identification.
Davis’ family is expected to travel to Indiana to reclaim his remains. A press conference regarding the case will be held at Greenwood City Hall on September 5. Further updates will be shared as they become available.
Michael Davis identified in Greenwood remains case Fatal Greenwood remains case of Michael Davis – Obituary Human remains discovered in Greenwood more than three decades ago have recently been identified as those of Michael Davis from Richland County, South Carolina. Davis, who was in his mid-20s at the time of his death, had been missing…
Michael Davis identified in Greenwood remains case Fatal Greenwood remains case of Michael Davis – Obituary Human remains discovered in Greenwood more than three decades ago have recently been identified as those of Michael Davis from Richland County, South Carolina. Davis, who was in his mid-20s at the time of his death, had been missing…