Breakthrough in 1982 North Carolina Cold Case as Car with Human Remains Found in Creek

The discovery of a submerged 1975 Chevrolet Camaro in Jack's Creek, believed to be linked to the disappearance of three men in 1982, offers new hope for solving the decades-old mystery.

• A YouTuber's sonar-equipped boogie board led to the discovery of the car, submerged for over 40 years, in Washington, North Carolina.
• The car matches the description of the vehicle last seen carrying William Clifton, David McMicken, and Michael Norman, who vanished in December 1982.
• Human remains found inside the car have been sent for DNA testing to confirm the identities of the occupants.
• The families of the missing men express a mix of grief and relief as the discovery reopens the grieving process but also offers a chance for closure.
• Authorities await DNA test results to determine the next steps in the investigation, with the community hopeful for answers.

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