Bones Found At Philadelphia Home Tied To Suspected Serial Killer Probe
Bones were found Thursday, October 15, 2026, in the backyard of 417 West Chew Ave. in Philadelphia's Olney neighborhood.[1]
The Philadelphia Medical Examiner's Office collected the remains, and officials said tests are needed to determine whether the bones are human and whether they are connected to the investigation.[1]
The property is under an intensive search as part of an investigation into suspected serial killer Raymond 'R.C.' Horsch and at least seven women tied to him and the house.[1] Investigators have already reported finding human DNA after using luminol inside the home, multiple animal carcasses, chemicals sent for lab testing, and a hidden safe containing documents.[1]
Investigators said the new discovery will be processed alongside other evidence collected at the scene as the probe continues.[1] Officials have not publicly confirmed identities or linked the remains to any specific missing person.[1]
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- On Thursday, October 15, 2026, bones were found in the backyard of 417 West Chew Ave. in Philadelphia's Olney section.
- The Philadelphia Medical Examiner's Office collected the bones; authorities say tests are needed to determine if they are human and related to the case.
- The property is under intensive search in an investigation of suspected serial killer Raymond 'R.C.' Horsch and at least seven women tied to him and the house.
- Investigators have already found human DNA in the home via luminol, multiple animal carcasses, chemicals sent for lab testing, and a hidden safe with documents.
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