OH OH - Amy Mihaljevic, 10, Bay Village, 27 Oct 1989

[arielilane]

Only an opinion, perpetrator possibly is still around and in their mid-60s, early 70s??? moo

Nonetheless, can't wait for the family to get answers.

 

[Betty P]

Only an opinion, perpetrator possibly is still around and in their mid-60s, early 70s??? moo

Nonetheless, can't wait for the family to get answers.

There's been a list of suspects for many years, I think. They've just never had enough evidence for an arrest. It's someone who had connections to both the Bay Village area and the area where her body was found. Her body was not very decomposed when found and witnesses who traveled by the spot regularly said it wasn't put there until recently.

 

[gregjrichards]

If there’s evidence (particularly DNA) involved, then that’s better than not knowing. Even if justice can’t be delivered to the perpetrator(s), I can only imagine the existential terror for the family and anyone who knew them of not knowing who was responsible.
Just imo.

I agree with you. It is very important that victims' loved ones know who harmed them, even if the killer is deceased. I like the fact that these evil killers can no longer end up on their deathbed thinking they have successfully managed to live their whole lives without all or some of the crimes they have committed being discovered, due to the significant advances that continue to be made in DNA and forensic testing. They have no way of knowing now that they won’t be named as the perpetrator responsible for crimes after their death.

I really hope that the lab will be able to find out who the DNA on Amy’s clothing belongs to as hoped and that this provides the much needed breakthrough law enforcement needs.

 

[sds71]

Oct 18, 2024 12:30 PM

NORWALK — A Huron County man arrested earlier this year after a bizarre incident in which he allegedly assaulted a much younger woman was a suspect in one of Ohio's most infamous unsolved homicides, according to persons familiar with both cases.

Detective Jay Elish on Wednesday declined to say if the man was ever a suspect, but police continue to investigate leads in the case.

"That's not something I would comment on," Elish said when asked about it. "We have literally talked with thousands of people in the case. I can't speak to it."

The detective, when asked specifically about the Huron County man and provided his name, seemed to be aware of who the man is, using a nickname for him instead of the full name that was provided.

"(Nick name?)," he responded. "We have had a lot of people we talked to in this case."

Elish said he was not previously aware that the man had been arrested in Huron County. He also said police have not interviewed the man since he was arrested by sheriff's deputies.

Mihaljevic suspect arrested?

Police won't confirm it but man bears striking resemblance

sanduskyregister.com

 

[kemo]

Oct 18, 2024 12:30 PM

NORWALK — A Huron County man arrested earlier this year after a bizarre incident in which he allegedly assaulted a much younger woman was a suspect in one of Ohio's most infamous unsolved homicides, according to persons familiar with both cases.

Detective Jay Elish on Wednesday declined to say if the man was ever a suspect, but police continue to investigate leads in the case.

"That's not something I would comment on," Elish said when asked about it. "We have literally talked with thousands of people in the case. I can't speak to it."

The detective, when asked specifically about the Huron County man and provided his name, seemed to be aware of who the man is, using a nickname for him instead of the full name that was provided.

"(Nick name?)," he responded. "We have had a lot of people we talked to in this case."

Elish said he was not previously aware that the man had been arrested in Huron County. He also said police have not interviewed the man since he was arrested by sheriff's deputies.

Mihaljevic suspect arrested?

Police won't confirm it but man bears striking resemblance

sanduskyregister.com

This is real interesting. The identity of this guy should be made available shortly since he has been arrested for this recent crime. Dozens; if not hundreds, of men have found themselves in Law Enforcement radar for the Mihaljevic case. Many were known sex offenders so that, in itself doesn’t mean much.

There is “touch DNA” from Amy’s clothing that also itself doesn’t mean much. It could have gotten there from very casual contact such as having passed on the sidewalk. Nonetheless, it would be evidence that they had been in close proximity. Along with other evidence, this could be significant.

 

[Betty P]

This is real interesting. The identity of this guy should be made available shortly since he has been arrested for this recent crime. Dozens; if not hundreds, of men have found themselves in Law Enforcement radar for the Mihaljevic case. Many were known sex offenders so that, in itself doesn’t mean much.

There is “touch DNA” from Amy’s clothing that also itself doesn’t mean much. It could have gotten there from very casual contact such as having passed on the sidewalk. Nonetheless, it would be evidence that they had been in close proximity. Along with other evidence, this could be significant.

I don't think LE has stated if the evidence from Amy's clothing is "touch" DNA.

Investigators testing man's DNA found on Amy Mihaljevic's clothing

New DNA evidence recently found on Amy Mihaljevic's clothing may someday lead to the discovery of her killer's identity.

www.news5cleveland.com

It was found on her sweat pants, its unknown male DNA, but there's no mention of whether its "touch" DNA or from another source.

From the link about the suspect's more recent arrest, it states that he physically resembles the sketch. The alleged assault that resulted in his recent arrest took place in 2023 and he was arrested earlier this year. His records are being withheld from the public because he hasn't had a trial yet, according to the local sheriff.

Mihaljevic suspect arrested?

Police won't confirm it but man bears striking resemblance

advertiser-tribune.com

It's not a good look for this guy if he was a suspect in Amy's kidnapping and murder and has recently been arrested for sexually assaulting another young girl.

 

[arielilane]

https://twitter.com/x/status/1847396079727206409

 

[arielilane]

Posting article to have on record.

New DNA evidence could help police find Amy Mihaljevic's killer after 35 years

Sources tell 3News they've come across an object that may contain the suspect's hair. However, testing could take a while.

www.wkyc.com

https://twitter.com/x/status/1843867882872271222

 

[longthymelurker]

These were the notifications I have been hoping to receive on this case!!! Thanks for sharing.

 

[imstilla.grandma]

 

[PommyMommy]

The #FBI is offering a reward up to $25,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the individual(s) responsible for the death of Amy Renee Mihaljevic. Amy was ten years old when she was abducted in Bay Village, Ohio, on Oct. 27, 1989. https://fbi.gov/wanted/seeking-info/amy-renee-mihaljevic…
https://x.com/FBIMostWanted/status/1850583363825946841

 

[arielilane]

@billhuffman3

As people who listen to my podcast know how important this case is to me. It’s a case I grew up with in my backyard. During the deep dive into her case I made friends with her father Mark & his wife Georgette. I want this solved for the sake of the family & community. 10/27/1989


The #FBI is offering a reward up to $25,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the individual(s) responsible for the death of Amy Renee Mihaljevic. Amy was ten years old when she was abducted in Bay Village, Ohio, on Oct. 27, 1989. https://fbi.gov/wanted/seeking-info/amy-renee-mihaljevic

https://twitter.com/x/status/1850583363825946841

 

[arielilane]

@billhuffman3

Very interesting...be intrigued to see if this has any connection with the report of new DNA. However, as we know, they interviewed many people, so I like the "take it with a grain of salt" approach. @TCGNIC was on earlier to talk about the new evidence https://tinyurl.com/nhhxw56d

https://twitter.com/x/status/1847396079727206409

 

[Betty P]

@billhuffman3

Very interesting...be intrigued to see if this has any connection with the report of new DNA. However, as we know, they interviewed many people, so I like the "take it with a grain of salt" approach. @TCGNIC was on earlier to talk about the new evidence https://tinyurl.com/nhhxw56d

https://twitter.com/x/status/1847396079727206409

Yes, saw this recently. It will be interesting to see if anything comes of it.

 

[arielilane]

Another more recent article about the hairs recently found on a curtain and blanket...[full article linked]

https://fox8.com/news/i-team/more-hairs-found-on-curtain-blanket-being-tested-in-amy-mihaljevic-case-i-team/

10/25/2024


There is more evidence detectives believe will help solve the case. Elish said there were several hairs recently found on a curtain and blanket they believe Amy was wrapped in when she was found in Ashland County.

“Those hairs are now currently with the FBI at their lab,” Elish said. “The next step will be going to one of these advanced testing sites that we utilize in California. Hopefully, we can get some DNA profiles off that.”

 

[Betty P]

Another more recent article about the hairs recently found on a curtain and blanket...[full article linked]

https://fox8.com/news/i-team/more-hairs-found-on-curtain-blanket-being-tested-in-amy-mihaljevic-case-i-team/

10/25/2024


There is more evidence detectives believe will help solve the case. Elish said there were several hairs recently found on a curtain and blanket they believe Amy was wrapped in when she was found in Ashland County.

“Those hairs are now currently with the FBI at their lab,” Elish said. “The next step will be going to one of these advanced testing sites that we utilize in California. Hopefully, we can get some DNA profiles off that.”

Yes, with new technology, they're hoping to get nuclear DNA from those hairs, not just mitochondrial DNA.

 

[osu]

BREAKING: New test on old evidence could reveal Amy Mihaljevic’s killer

An exclusive look inside the DNA lab testing evidence in the Amy Mihaljevic case​

New technology could lead to 10 year old’s killer​

Apr. 9, 2025 at 3:55 PM EDT

An exclusive look inside the DNA lab testing evidence in the Amy Mihaljevic case

New DNA testing may be happening as soon as this summer on evidence, specifically hair, in the Amy Mihaljevic kidnapping and murder case.

www.cleveland19.com

 

[Caring1]

BREAKING: New test on old evidence could reveal Amy Mihaljevic’s killer

An exclusive look inside the DNA lab testing evidence in the Amy Mihaljevic case​

New technology could lead to 10 year old’s killer​

Apr. 9, 2025 at 3:55 PM EDT

An exclusive look inside the DNA lab testing evidence in the Amy Mihaljevic case

New DNA testing may be happening as soon as this summer on evidence, specifically hair, in the Amy Mihaljevic kidnapping and murder case.

www.cleveland19.com

Thank you for posting this link. Very interesting to see this process in action, especially the DNA being filtered and separated from the solution. This step is much less complicated than I imagined.

 

[MiniMoo]

BREAKING: New test on old evidence could reveal Amy Mihaljevic’s killer

An exclusive look inside the DNA lab testing evidence in the Amy Mihaljevic case​

New technology could lead to 10 year old’s killer​

Apr. 9, 2025 at 3:55 PM EDT

An exclusive look inside the DNA lab testing evidence in the Amy Mihaljevic case

New DNA testing may be happening as soon as this summer on evidence, specifically hair, in the Amy Mihaljevic kidnapping and murder case.

www.cleveland19.com

Be good to have answers that is for sure.

 

[arielilane]

My understanding is that touch DNA can be damning evidence - it all depends…

For example: In the case of BK (ID four case) its invaluable because theres no reason for BK to have been in that house.

The type of DNA found hasn't been disclosed at this time.


Feel free to correct me if this isn’t correct info.


We shall see the type of DNA evidence found. Anxiously awaiting for more information as it's been long overdue.

moo