Human remains discovered on a Michigan man’s property could solve the mystery of his wife’s disappearance, as investigators intensify their search for answers.
At a Glance
- Human remains found on Dale Warner’s property, husband of Dee Ann Warner who went missing in 2021
- Dale Warner charged with open murder and tampering with evidence, pleads not guilty
- Remains discovered in a sealed, empty tank meant for anhydrous ammonia
- Positive identification pending further recovery and testing
- Autopsy scheduled for Tuesday
Shocking Discovery on Michigan Property
In a significant development, human remains have been found on the property of Dale Warner, the husband of Dee Ann Warner, a Michigan woman who has been missing since April 25, 2021. The discovery has intensified the ongoing investigation into Dee Ann’s disappearance and potentially her murder.
The Michigan State Police reported that the remains were discovered in a sealed, empty tank intended for anhydrous ammonia on Warner’s property. This finding comes after multiple searches conducted by various law enforcement agencies, including the Lenawee County Sheriff’s Office, Michigan State Police, and the FBI, had previously yielded no results.
Charges and Legal Proceedings
Dale Warner has been charged with open murder and tampering with evidence in connection with his wife’s disappearance. He has pleaded not guilty to these charges and is currently being held in Lenawee County Jail. A pretrial hearing is scheduled for September 4.
“We believe that a fair and objective review of the evidence — or more precisely the lack of evidence in this case — will show that Mr. Warner did not kill his wife,” his attorney, Mary Chartier, told The Associated Press when he was charged in November.
The case has been complicated by the lack of a body, and it remains unclear why the property wasn’t searched earlier in the investigation. The discovery of these remains could provide crucial evidence in the prosecution’s case against Warner.
Investigation Ongoing
Authorities are proceeding cautiously with the identification of the remains. The Michigan State Police stated, “The remains are currently in the process of being recovered and there will be a great deal of work and testing completed before positive identification is made.”
An autopsy is scheduled for Tuesday, which may provide more information about the identity of the remains and potentially the cause of death. Dee Ann Warner’s family has been notified of the discovery, as they anxiously await further details.
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A Family’s Search for Justice
Dee Ann Warner, a mother of five who ran a trucking company and farming business, was last seen on April 25, 2021, in Franklin Township, Michigan. Her disappearance has deeply affected her family, who have been tirelessly seeking answers and justice.
“I have to stay focused on the reality that it happened,” Dee Ann’s brother, Gregg Hardy, told “Dateline.” “Sometimes it feels almost impossible that it could have happened, but I stay focused on the facts that demonstrate that it did happen and who did it. And I’m a firm believer in justice.”
As the investigation continues, the community and the Warner family hope that this new evidence will finally bring closure to the case and justice for Dee Ann Warner.
Sources:
1. Remains found on Michigan property of husband charged with murder in wife’s disappearance
2. Dee Warner murder case: What to know after human remains found on husband’s property
3. Human remains found on husband’s property after wife missing for years
