Summary
Florida police confirmed through DNA testing that human remains found in 2022 belong to Jacob Lyons, a teenager who disappeared in 2016. Lyons' case was unsolved for nearly 10 years, but this discovery allows his family some closure, although the investigation into how he died continues.
Key Facts
- Human remains found in 2022 in Florida have been identified as Jacob Lyons.
- Lyons was reported missing by his mother in February 2016.
- DNA testing confirmed the identity of the remains as Lyons.
- The remains were found in a wooded area near a subdivision.
- Officials used data from Lyons' cellphone and DNA samples from family for identification.
- The investigation into the circumstances of Lyons' death is ongoing.
- Police encourage anyone with information to contact the Walton County Sheriff’s Office.
