Neighbor Charged with Murder After Elderly Couple Disappears from California Nudist Resort

Michael Sparks, 62, faces two counts of murder following the discovery of human remains under his property at Olive Dell Ranch.

Daniel and Stephanie Menard, aged 79 and 73, were last seen on August 24 at their home in Redlands.
Police received a tip from a family member of Sparks, leading to his arrest and the discovery of the remains.
Sparks attempted to harm himself during a dramatic standoff with police but was taken into custody.
Authorities are awaiting coroner confirmation but believe the remains belong to the Menards.
Sparks faces additional charges of multiple murder, making him eligible for life without parole.