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Remains of Missing Teen and Young Man Identified in Oklahoma

4/8/2026

Summary

Story summary

Investigators identified Molly Miller, 17, and Colt Haynes, 21, from remains found in Love County after they disappeared following a police chase.
A search led by the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the Chickasaw Lighthorse Police Department found the remains on February 18, 2026.
Authorities confirmed identification on March 31, 2026.
Investigators continue the investigation with no charges filed and families notified, underscoring concerns about missing and murdered Indigenous people.

History

Historical Context

The crisis of missing and murdered Indigenous women in Canada has roots in colonialism and systemic marginalization. The National Inquiry from 2016 to 2019 revealed that Indigenous women are disproportionately affected by violence, with some estimates suggesting they are six times more likely to be murdered than non-Indigenous women. Recent cases, like those of Molly Miller and Colt Haynes, underscore the urgent need for justice and systemic reform.

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Story summary

Investigators identified Molly Miller, 17, and Colt Haynes, 21, from remains found in Love County after they disappeared following a police chase.
A search led by the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the Chickasaw Lighthorse Police Department found the remains on February 18, 2026.
Authorities confirmed identification on March 31, 2026.
Investigators continue the investigation with no charges filed and families notified, underscoring concerns about missing and murdered Indigenous people.

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