According to a Facebook post by Savannah Bell, sister of Zachary Bell, who had been reported missing for two years, the skeletal remains discovered Sunday evening in a rural area near Lonnie Walker Road have been positively identified as her brother.
The post, placed online Wednesday morning, reads:
“Today, I give thanks to the Lord for answering two years worth of prayers. This Friday would mark two years that my brother, Zach, has been missing. I knew this week would be difficult. Sunday night, a body was found believed to be his, and today it has officially been confirmed. We finally have answers. While I am so thankful for closure to a season of uncertainty, I also cry out to the Lord for strength, as I now know of his certain death.
“Because He lives, I can face tomorrow.
“Thank you all for your prayers for my family during this time. Visitation will be held this Saturday (2/24) from 10:00-12:00 and a memorial service at 12:00 at Lafitte Baptist Church.”
