Remains of LA millionaire missing since 1981 identified after more than 40 years
Summary
Authorities in southern California identified the remains of Thelma Gaston, a Los Angeles millionaire who went missing in 1981. Using new DNA technology and dental records, they confirmed the remains found near Sugarloaf Mountain were hers, solving a case that had lasted more than 40 years.Key Facts
- Thelma Gaston disappeared in June 1981 at age 80.
- She was a wealthy woman with a $20 million estate, built from buying and selling properties.
- Police suspected she was murdered by Lawrence Remsen, her former companion.
- Remsen was convicted of second-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison.
- Gaston’s remains were found in late 1981 but were only identified in May 2026.
- Identification was made possible by genetic genealogy and dental records.
- Funding from a special grant helped investigators identify the remains.
- The case had remained open for over 40 years until this identification.
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