Douglas County Cold Case: Crucial Information Leads to Arrest of Three Suspects
Kelle Workman’s Grieving Family Finds Hope in Arrests of Three Men Connected to Her Tragic Fate
According to true crime daily, three men have been arrested this week in connection with a cold case that has puzzled investigators for 35 years. Douglas County Prosecuting Attorney Matthew Weatherman revealed that Bobby Banks Sr., his brother Leonard Banks and Wiley Belt have been indicted on charges including first degree murder, kidnapping and forcible rape in relation to the disappearance and death of 24 year old Kelle Workman. The suspects who have long been under suspicion are now in custody awaiting trial after someone recently provided crucial information that led to their arrest.
Kelle Workman vanished on June 30, 1989 while working in a cemetery, sparking a frantic search by her family and law enforcement. Sadly, her body was discovered eight days later in a national forest about 10 miles from where she was last seen. The discovery left her family devastated and for over three decades they have wished for justice. Now, with the arrests of the three suspects there is hope that the truth behind Workman’s disappearance and death will finally be brought to light.
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Investigators’ Unwavering Determination Praised by Kelle Workman’s Family as Trial Nears
Authorities expressed gratitude for the individual who came forward with vital information and emphasizing that even the smallest pieces can be crucial in solving such cases. Weatherman stressed the urgency of the situation, vowing to swiftly bring the case to trial. Workman’s family also expressed their gratitude to investigators for their unwavering determination over the years, hopeful that justice will prevail for Kelle after all this time.
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