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DNA analysis identifies remains of Ohio woman found in Nevada 45 years ago

  • Garment bag with decayed remains found in northern Nevada in 1978.
  • Victim identified through DNA testing as Florence Charleston, originally from Cleveland, who had moved to Portland.
  • Cause of death and circumstances that led to her remains being found in Nevada remain a mystery.
  • Advancements in DNA testing and forensic genealogy analysis led to the identification after 45 years.
  • The investigation into her death and disappearance is ongoing.
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