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Human Remains Discovered in San Diego Cold Case Investigation

12/4/2025

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Human remains from multiple individuals were found at a residence on Newton Avenue in San Diego, California.
The FBI, local police, and California Highway Patrol conducted the search as part of a cold case homicide investigation involving 74-year-old Dwight William Rhone, a person of interest.
Rhone, who has a lengthy criminal history, is in custody for an unrelated murder charge.
Investigators are collaborating with the San Diego County Medical Examiner to identify the remains and ascertain the cause of death.

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Story summary

Human remains from multiple individuals were found at a residence on Newton Avenue in San Diego, California.
The FBI, local police, and California Highway Patrol conducted the search as part of a cold case homicide investigation involving 74-year-old Dwight William Rhone, a person of interest.
Rhone, who has a lengthy criminal history, is in custody for an unrelated murder charge.
Investigators are collaborating with the San Diego County Medical Examiner to identify the remains and ascertain the cause of death.