Crime & Safetyscore 599·6 metrosupdated 4h ago
Robert Redford's Death Revives Interest in 1980s Murder Case
The death of Hollywood star Robert Redford has reignited the search for Thayne Alan Smika, a suspect in the 1983 murder of Sid Wells. New evidence and images released by the FBI have prompted renewed efforts to locate Smika, who has been missing since 1986.
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Robert Redford's Death Revives Interest in 1980s Murder Case
Robert Redford's Death Revives Interest in 1980s Murder Case
Death of Robert Redford Sparks Renewed Search for 1980s Murder Suspect
Hollywood star’s death reignites search for suspect in ’80s murder
Robert Redford's Death Sparks Renewed Hunt for 1980s Murder Suspect
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