by Indianapolis Police Solve 1975 Cold Case Involving Abduction and Assault of Three Young Girls
In a remarkable breakthrough, the Indianapolis Metro Police Department (IMPD) announced that detectives have finally solved a 1975 cold case that involved the abduction and assault of three young girls. The department revealed that all three girls survived the heinous attack.
To unveil the long-awaited results, IMPD will be holding a press conference on January 18th at 11 a.m. The breakthrough in the case was made possible through the use of genetic genealogy testing, a cutting-edge forensic technique.
According to IMPD, the suspect abducted the trio over 48 years ago and then proceeded to rape and stab the youngest victim, who was only 11 years old at the time. Shockingly, the suspect also slashed the throats of the victim’s 14-year-old sister and her 13-year-old friend.
After the assault, the girls got into a Dodge Cronet Station Wagon near Belmar Avenue and Washington. The suspect, armed with a gun, threatened to shoot them if they tried to escape or caused any trouble. He then drove them into a cornfield along Road 700 W.
In the cornfield, the suspect bound and gagged the two older victims while he sexually assaulted the youngest girl. Tragically, he also slashed her throat and stabbed her 15 times. However, against all odds, the older girls managed to walk towards the highway and flag down help. Miraculously, all three victims survived the horrifying ordeal.
The suspect in this case was later identified as Thomas Edward Williams, who died in November 1983 while serving time in a Galveston, Texas prison. The breakthrough in the case came when a retired IMPD sergeant partnered with Audiochuck and DNA Labs International in 2018 to complete the investigation.
This significant development brings closure to a decades-old case that haunted the Indianapolis community. The resolution of this cold case serves as a testament to the dedication and persistence of law enforcement officials in seeking justice for victims and their families.
It is important to note that the location of the incident, Hancock County, played a crucial role in the investigation. The IMPD’s relentless pursuit of justice has set a precedent for future cold case investigations, offering hope to countless families still waiting for answers.
The successful resolution of this 1975 cold case is a triumph for law enforcement and a reminder of the power of scientific advancements in solving crimes. The IMPD’s use of genetic genealogy testing has once again proven to be a game-changer in bringing closure to long-unsolved cases.
