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Story summary
- County Police arrested Joseph Lynch for the 1993 disappearance of 10-year-old George “Junior” Burdynski.
- The arrest was announced at a news conference on Thursday, Sept. 17, 2026.
- Lynch faces second-degree murder, second-degree rape, and second- and third-degree sex-offense charges.
- A 13-year-old witness, abused by Lynch, said Lynch ordered the assault and body disposal.
- Detectives identified two additional victims, leading to new sexual-abuse charges against Lynch in April 2026.