Missing scientists: No projectiles found in Melissa Casias' skull, police say
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- Author
- Rob Taub
- Published
- June 23, 2026
UFOsElizabeth Vargas ReportsSouthwestSpacevideo
Original excerpt
Investigators said the 53-year-old's remains were found skeletonized and with a handgun located near her body.
Key claims
- →53-year-old Melissa Casias' remains were found skeletonized
- →Handgun was located near her body
- →No projectiles found in her skull according to investigators
UAP Insight Analysis— AI generated, not official
Police confirmed that the remains of missing scientist Melissa Casias, 53, were found skeletonized with a handgun nearby, and preliminary investigation found no evidence of projectiles in her skull.
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