An arrest has been made in connection with a cold case dating back to 1993. Christopher Popps, 54, of Michigan, was taken into custody last week. He is linked to the disappearance of Patrick Orville Dearth, who vanished in Fairbanks, Alaska, over three decades ago.
Patrick Orville Dearth, who was 34 years old at the time, went missing from Fairbanks in 1993. His disappearance remained unsolved for many years. Recently, investigators uncovered his remains in a barrel found down a steep embankment near a highway. This discovery prompted renewed attention and ultimately led to the arrest of Popps.
Dearth’s case, unresolved for more than thirty years, underscores the persistent efforts of law enforcement to bring closure to long-standing cases. As new evidence emerged, authorities acted swiftly, culminating in Popps’ arrest and raising hopes for justice in this cold case.
The details surrounding Dearth’s disappearance and death are still under investigation as authorities work to piece together the events from 1993.
While more information is awaited, the arrest marks a significant development in this long-standing case.