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Homicide Victim Found Dead in 1979 Near Las Vegas Strip Identified as Missing 19-Year-Old from Cincinnati

By Rio Yamat

Associated Press

LAS VEGAS (AP) — After 44 years, the body of a young woman found in an open field in 1979 near the bustling intersection of the Las Vegas Strip has finally been identified. Las Vegas police announced on Tuesday that the victim is Gwenn Marie Story, a 19-year-old from Cincinnati, Ohio. Until recently, she was known only as “Sahara Sue Doe.” The breakthrough in identification came as a result of advancements in DNA testing techniques.

In August 1979, a man stumbled upon the lifeless body of Gwenn Marie Story. At that time, the area where her body was discovered was far less developed than it is today. The Las Vegas Strip has since transformed into a bustling hub of entertainment and activity. However, for decades, the identity of the young woman remained a mystery.

Thanks to advancements in DNA testing, Las Vegas police were able to make a breakthrough in the case and identify Gwenn Marie Story. The announcement was made on Tuesday, providing closure to her family after 44 years of uncertainty and grief.

Gwenn Marie Story’s identification serves as a reminder of the importance of technological advancements in solving cold cases. DNA testing has revolutionized criminal investigations, allowing law enforcement agencies to revisit and reevaluate old cases. In this instance, it provided answers to questions that had haunted the victim’s family for decades.

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