Overview

• South Kingstown Police confirmed on June 13 that remains recovered on May 14 in the Watch Hill area of Westerly were positively identified through forensic analysis.
• The victim was identified as 31-year-old Eric Wein of Massachusetts, who was reported missing on April 18.
• Wein’s vehicle was discovered on April 10 along Ocean Avenue in South Kingstown before his disappearance was reported.
• Investigators from the South Kingstown Police Department collaborated with the Mansfield Police Department and the Rhode Island Office of the State Medical Examiners to complete the probe.
• Officials have ruled out foul play and reassured residents that the case does not indicate any broader safety risk near Swift’s ‘Holiday House’ estate.