Human remains found beneath California home following search for missing couple from nudist resort | US News
Authorities searching for a couple who went missing from a nudist resort in California have made a grim discovery of human remains under a home.
The remains were found in bags under a concrete bunker and have not been identified yet, officials stated on Friday.
Earlier that day, the neighbour next door to Stephanie Menard, 73, and Daniel Menard, 79, was taken into custody after police used specialized equipment to breach a southern Californian home.
Carl Baker, spokesperson for the Redlands Police Department, announced, “We believe they are deceased and still on the property.”
No motive information has been released at this time.
Michael Royce Sparks, 62, was arrested on suspicion of homicide Thursday evening after being located under the house at Olive Dell Ranch, a residential trailer park and family-friendly nudist resort.
A trained canine indicated the potential presence of at least one body under the house on Friday morning. However, law enforcement officers were waiting for a structural assessment before entering to ensure the safety of the home.
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The couple was reported missing over the weekend by a friend who last saw them at their home the previous Saturday morning.
Their dog, a shih tzu named Cuddles, was also not found. The couple’s unlocked car was discovered later on Sunday near their home, with both of their phones and Mrs. Menard’s purse still inside.
Mr. Menard, who had diabetes and dementia, was described as a kind and involved member of the community.
A friend, Tammie Wilkerson, told KABC-TV, “They’re very kind people… very confusing.”
