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Serial killer Ted Bundy linked through DNA to 1974 murder of Utah girl

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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the US crime category. Published on October 27, 2026 • Originally reported by Uwa Ede-Osifo. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.

Discovery comes months after Utah county detectives confirmed that Bundy had killed another Utah girl that year

The notorious serial killer Ted Bundy has been found responsible, through DNA evidence, for the murder of Melissa Ann Smith, a 17-year-old Utah girl who went missing in 1974 before her nude body was found days later, state authorities announced at a Tuesday news conference.

The breakthrough comes months after Utah county detectives confirmed in April that Bundy killed another Utah girl, 17-year-old Laura Ann Aime, in 1974.

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