Decades-Old Cold Case Takes Grim Turn After Remains Identified as Belonging to Missing Teenager

Authorities have announced that human remains identified nearly 49 years ago in North Carolina belong to a 15-year-old runaway girl who disappeared decades ago. The grim discovery has led to a homicide investigation as officials work to uncover what happened to the teenager. Authorities are seeking public assistance and cooperation to help piece together the events surrounding her disappearance. The case now takes on new urgency as investigators seek justice for the victim's family.