This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. He still has not been identified. Gardening can be a rewarding experience, but it can also be a challenge. This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. She died on October 30, 1966 in Riverside, California, USA. On October 31, 1966, 0632 hours, a civilian reported that he found a body in the alleyway of Terracina near Fairfax on the RCC college campus. Family members linked to this person will appear here. A neighbor of Cheri made a post sometime back, possibly on the old message board. [63][n 7] Investigators who conducted DNA profiling were, however, able to determine that her murderer was a Caucasian male. And from my understanding from what I was told the items were stored in a on temputure building. WebBirth. DNA expert/Forensic serologist Susanna Ryan on DNA IN THE Cheri Jo Bates Case', I would say overall one of the most unfortunate things is that this evidence was not stored properly. About 55'56 mins in is where she appears. In 2021, Riverside Police Homicide Cold Case Investigators were contacted by a private citizen wishing to offer a $50,000.00 reward for information leading to the arrest and the conviction of the person(s) responsible for the murder of Cheri Jo Bates. Spotlighted Case: Cheri Jo Bates", "Riverside PD, Ex-SF CopPoste's Just Not the Right Guy", "Gary Poste: Who was the Alleged Zodiac Killer Identified by 'Case Breakers'? Sounds like somebody didn't want a lot of sightseers at Cheri's grave and decided to throw sleuths off the track?If she is buried at Crestlawn, wouldn't she be near her father? To view a photo in more detail or edit captions for photos you added, click the photo to open the photo viewer. She was born in Omaha, Nebraska, on February 4, 1948, to Joseph C Bates and Irene Karolewicz. Thanks for using Find a Grave, if you have any feedback we would love to hear from you. Despite their suspicions, there wasn't any evidence to support an arrest. WebCheri Jo Bates (Cheri Josephine Bates) was born on 4 February, 1948 in Omaha, NE, is an Actor. Best wishes! [10] Her mother also lived in Riverside, and her older brother, Michael Bates, served in the United States Navy. Family (2) Trivia (4) Granddaughter of Vladislav Karolewicz (1891-1926) and Cecelia C Mazourek Merkwan (1893-1969). Id take this latest offering as just that another coverup. Add to your scrapbook. She left a note for her father stating she was going to the RCC library. On Wednesday, April 13, 1994, a female baby was found on a bus bench near Crest Avenue and Arlington Avenue in the Arlanza neighborhood. Try again. Detectives are hoping someone will recognize these basic details and come forward with additional information that can lead to their identities, as well as to identify those responsible their deaths. Irene was the daughter of Vlady & Cecelia Karolevitz. The Bates family relocated to California in 1957, where her father found employment as a machinist at the Corona Naval Ordnance Laboratory. From what Ive seen the word twitch and twitched were misspelled in the same manner on the bates letter and one of zodiacs known letters. Really low. You can always change this later in your Account settings. They havent even excluded her as the source of the DNA. We do not know for sure these are not Cheri Jo Bates hairs., Regarding a cigarette butt recovered from the alleyway, "It contains only 42 picograms of dna That is 7 cells of DNA, very low. 4 Jul 1969 (aged 50) Riverside County, California, USA. The Zodiac is not even the same person who killed Cherrie Jo for me, could be. So that is your best chance of getting a result. With 2021 in full swing, many gardeners are looking for new varieties of plants to grow. Detectives are utilizing all current scientific technologies to assist with the investigation but, are confident there are people with information about these crimes that would bring resolution and those responsible to justice. This author described in detail how he had first disabled Bates' car before allegedly watching her repeatedly attempt to switch on the ignition until the vehicle battery had drained of power. All photos appear on this tab and here you can update the sort order of photos on memorials you manage. Try again. On July 23, 2000, shortly after 5 P.M., 35-year-old Laura Elena Morales husband and children returned home from an afternoon away and found her deceased from obvious signs of trauma to her body. WebThe murder of Cheri Jo Bates occurred in Riverside, California, on October 30, 1966. Oops, we were unable to send the email. Bates is believed to have left her house to visit the library sometime between 4:30 and 5:00p.m.[3] Her father returned home in the evening to find a note taped to the family refrigerator reading: "DadWent to RCC Library. Investigators would determine these prints did not belong to Bates or any of her friends or relatives, and believe they may have belonged to her murderer. All investigative techniques and available resources are applied in hopes of bringing a resolution to the investigation. In 1967, Riverside Police Department received a hand written letter in the mail. Murder victim. WebCheri Josephine Bates was a freshman student at Riverside Community College who was murdered on the campus of the educational institution, on the day before Halloween, October 30, 1966. "Lone Officer Continues to Search for Zodiac", "Zodiac Killer: Detectives Hope DNA Will Unlock Murderer's ID at Last", "Yesterday's Crimes: DNA Profiles and the Murderers Who Might Be Zodiac", "Findings Point to White Male as Coed Slayer", "Murdered but Not Forgotten: Were They Victims of Zodiac Killer? The private party has requested to remain anonymous to the public. Family (2) Trivia (4) Granddaughter of Vladislav Karolewicz (1891-1926) and Cecelia C Mazourek Merkwan (1893-1969). You may request to transfer up to 250,000 memorials managed by Find a Grave. He said he wrote the letter seeking attention and was remorseful for his actions. With the pending release of RG's Lil' Yellow Book, they might have had inquiries, visits, the rest. Discover Cheri Jo Bates's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Sister of Michael Bates. I just wish theyd elaborate more on his name in the cipher evidence as well as some timeline of his movement in yrs zodiac was know for be active. Please enter your email and password to sign in. Along with our Forensics Unit, Homicide Cold Case Detectives have been working closely with the Riverside County Sheriff Coroners Office, the Riverside County District Attorneys Office, the Los Angeles FBI Investigative Genealogy Team, and private laboratories to identify this victims through DNA analysis. Anyone with information about either of these investigations is urged to contact the Homicide Cold Case Unit at 951.320.8000 or [emailprotected] RPD Case# P3-99-222-058 (Sexual Assault) RPD Case# P3-00-205-190 (Morales Homicide) I dont think it is so much a coverup on Riverside PDs part as it is them wanting to get out of the line of fire by removing it as a legit Zodiac case. Three library books on the subject of United States government were lying on the front seat, and several smeared, greasy palm prints and fingerprints were found upon the vehicle. It gives a different perspective to actually see where it happened. So are we getting the DNA that is from the Hair or are we getting residual DNA from the blood. WebCheri Jo Bates was born on February 4, 1948 in Omaha, Nebraska, USA. They have now officially done that by claiming, in their opinion, it is not connected to Zodiac. In my opinion, they are flat out wrong and I will be presenting additional information in my upcoming The Early Years showing WHY it is not only linked to Zodiac but also presenting further compelling evidence further connecting that crime to GHH. Red Rocket is a determinate tomato variety that is well-suited to hot, muggy climates like those found south of Memphis. ", "Steve Hodel's The Evidence Room Blog Dr. George Hill Hodel Zodiac Maps, Radians & Riddles Breaking the Mt. Becoming a Find a Grave member is fast, easy and FREE. Anyone with information about either of these investigations is urged to contact the Homicide Cold Case Unit at 951.320.8000 or [emailprotected] RPD Case# P3-99-222-058 (Sexual Assault) RPD Case# P3-00-205-190 (Morales Homicide), On Thursday, February 25, 1999, 29-year-old Ralph Mitchell and his 27-year-old wife of 8 months, Shivany Mitchell, were found shot to death inside their Riverside apartment, located at 1251 Massachusetts Avenue #20. From this, plus the conclusion of the coroner, investigators determined Bates had most likely been murdered at approximately 10:15p.m.[26] Investigations into her background could deduce no obvious motive for the killing, and revealed nothing which could classify her as an obvious or typical target for any form of revenge or random non-sexual violence. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. Please enter your email address and we will send you an email with a reset password code. Thanks Tom, I know you have excellent sources and this explains the discrepancies. Anyone with information about this investigation should contact the Homicide Cold Case Unit at [emailprotected]. On October 31, 1966, 0545 hours, Joseph Bates called Riverside Police to report his daughter Cheri Jo Bates missing. In April 2016, investigators received an anonymous letter postmarked from San Bernardino, California. During the 22 years since these crimes occurred several interviews have been done and investigative leads followed, but the cases remain unsolved. In 2021, Riverside Police Homicide Cold Case Investigators were contacted by a private citizen wishing to offer a $50,000.00 reward for information leading to the arrest and the conviction of the person(s) responsible for the murder of Cheri Jo Bates. July 1967. Death. This is a subreddit designed for the mature discussion of the Zodiac Killer case. WebCheri Josephine Bates. Riverside Police Department investigators will continue to cooperate with the handling agencies as needed. Ralph & Shivany Mitchell Nonetheless, several individuals stated they had seen a tan-gray Studebaker in the close vicinity of the RCC campus on the evening of October 30. [22] Numerous fragments of skin and brown hair[23][24] were also recovered from beneath the fingernails of her right hand;[25] this evidence having evidently been collected beneath her nails as she clawed at her assailant in a desperate effort to defend herself. She is known to have twice phoned a close friend named Stephanie Guttman (at 3:00 and 3:45p.m. respectively), asking whether she would like to accompany her to the library to study and retrieve books, although on the occasion of the second phone call, her friend refused. Detectives are hoping someone will recognize these basic details and come forward with additional information that can lead to their identities, as well as to identify those responsible their deaths. [29], Investigators theorized Bates' murderer had likely disabled her vehicle[1] before waiting for her to return from her studying within the college library on the night of her murder; they also believe the perpetrator likely surprised Bates after she had repeatedly attempted to start her car, before offering her assistance as an initial ruse to lure her from her vehicle before proceeding to attack her within a dimly lit section of Terracina Drive partly shielded from the view of potential witnesses by domestic shrubbery. Will do a post on it probably when I get back from visiting my two sons and two grandchildren in the Great Northwest for the next ten days. [37], On April 30, 1967, The Press-Enterprise printed a further update on Bates' murder. A blood stain is a really good source of DNA So if you can't get a result from a blood stain that is just an indicator of how degraded the DNA is. For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. Use the links under See more to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. ). Jimmy: Very well done. [17][28] Investigators also received testimony from two separate individuals who had heard brief female screams emanating from the direction of Terracina Drive on the evening of the murder. Bates, an 18-year-old college freshman, was stabbed and slashed to death on the grounds of Riverside City College. Failed to delete flower. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. You may request to transfer up to 250,000 memorials managed by Find a Grave. WebCheri Josephine Bates was a freshman student at Riverside Community College who was murdered on the campus of the educational institution, on the day before Halloween, October 30, 1966. He still has not been identified. Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. Daughter of Joseph C. Bates and Irene Margaret Karolevitz Bates (1919 From you know how many years until testing was conducted. I would imagine he would volunteer some hairs to exclude cheri jo AwsiDooger 23 days ago I remember Othram solved a case that had 120 picograms of DNA. Mystery: My wife and I came across. There are no volunteers for this cemetery. I want to collect the reward though so Im not gonna broadcast his name on here. On July 23, 2000, shortly after 5 P.M., 35-year-old Laura Elena Morales husband and children returned home from an afternoon away and found her deceased from obvious signs of trauma to her body. Make sure that the file is a photo. Anyone with information about this investigations should contact the Homicide Cold Case Unit [emailprotected]. U.S., Newspapers.com Obituary Index, 1800s-current, Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. She was born in Omaha, Nebraska, on February 4, 1948, to Joseph C Bates and Irene Karolewicz. 1948. Per Medium, a men's boot print between the size 8 to 10 was discovered in the vicinity. Exactly who killed her remains a mystery. She died on October 30, 1966 in Riverside, California, USA. I thought you might like to see a memorial for Cheri Josephine Bates I found on Findagrave.com. Discover Cheri Jo Bates's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. Please reset your password. Speaking with the Press-Enquirer Cheri Jo's brother Michael said, "I think about her and what could've been. Learn more about managing a memorial . This is a carousel with slides. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/115000167/irene-margaret-bates. Weve updated the security on the site. "[35] According to the author, he had then clasped his hand over her mouth and pressed a knife against her neck before forcing her to walk to a dimly lit alley where he had proceeded to beat and kick Bates in their initial struggle before stabbing and slashing her to death. On October 31, 1966, 0545 hours, Joseph Bates called Riverside Police to report his daughter Cheri Jo Bates missing. In addition, sensitive information was released to the media which added to the curiosity and conjecture. Saint Marys Catholic Cemetery. There would be no further investigation of the Bates murder connection to Zodiac by the RPD! WebCheri Jo Bates was born on February 4, 1948 in Omaha, Nebraska, USA. Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. However, there is no further information to provide regarding her at this time. Investigators have stated they cannot state with complete certainty the hair samples retrieved from beneath Bates' fingernails actually belonged to her murderer. Please try again later. [37], Furthermore, the fact that the perpetrator subsequently sent correspondence to the police and press, including details of the murder withheld from the public, is reminiscent of the Zodiac Killer. 4 Feb 1948. WebSurely the hunt would end swiftly and people would be allowed to try and forget what had happened to Cheri Jo Bates. Cheri Jo Bates had eaten at approximately 4:00-4:30 pm, placing her time of death between 6:00 pm and 8:30 pm based on the autopsy findings. Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. According to the update, the author had initiallyand anonymouslycontacted investigators in 2016, explaining the correspondence had been a distasteful hoax. On October 31, 1966, 0632 hours, a civilian reported that he found a body in the alleyway of Terracina near Fairfax on the RCC college campus. She was the younger of two children born to Joseph and Irene (ne Karolevitz) Bates. I think GHH was Cheri Jo Bates murderer based on the evidence. Try again later. Bates was fully clothed, and nothing was stolen from her belongings. WebThe murder of Cheri Jo Bates occurred in Riverside, California, on October 30, 1966. Cheri Jo Bates' father started getting anonymous letters shortly after the murder. Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska, USA. Please try again later. Although several of Bates' friends had been at the college library on October 30, none could actually recall seeing her. I would imagine he would volunteer some hairs to exclude cheri jo AwsiDooger 23 days ago I remember Othram solved a case that had 120 picograms of DNA. Because of his own unconscious feelings of inadequacy, he is not likely to act out his feelings sexually, but in fantasy, as a rule. Year should not be greater than current year. That was exposed to heats. Gap of The female was identified as, 18 year old, Cheri Jo Bates. [47] By this date, the Zodiac claimed to have killed fourteen victims, although only five murders and two attempted murders committed between December 1968 and October 1969 have ever been conclusively attributed to this individual. He noticed her park. There were reports of the two having a public argument wherein Barnett allegedly slapped Bates. Try again later. Investigators believe there may have been a witness to the shooting and the suspect(s) may have confided to someone about the murders. She was last seen on August 27,1999 in Compton. older brother and several hundred other mourners were present at this service. Based on the developments in the case, Riverside Police Department will not be directly involved in the Zodiac Killer investigation and will focus its attention on who killed Cheri Jo. Search above to list available cemeteries. Although the Zodiac Killer would claim responsibility for the murder of Bates in this 1971 letter, authorities have never officially linked her murder to those known to have been committed by him. The author apologized for sending the letters and said it was a sick joke. Even if I had his e-mail address, I would not feel good about asking him the reasons for CJ's reburial. Investigators immediately secured the crime scene in order to preserve whatever pieces of evidence were left. Diablo Code", "Cold Case Team Says Zodiac Killer ID'd, Linking Him to Another Murder", "Riverside Police Department Homicide Cold Case Unit. Detectives are hoping someone will recognize these basic details and come forward with additional information that can lead to their identities, as well as to identify those responsible their deaths. Daughter of Joseph C. Bates and Irene Margaret Karolevitz Bates (1919 The desk in question was in the college storage area at the time the poem was discovered, although the custodian informed police the desk had been on the library floor at the time of Bates' murder. Anyone with information about this investigation should contact the Homicide Cold Case Unit at [emailprotected] You have chosen this person to be their own family member. She left a note for her father stating she was going to the RCC library. The author of the anonymous letter admitted to writing the hand written letters. A famous murder cop once said in murder cases their are no coincidence and not when the odds of that coincidence are greater the stars in the heavens. [n 1], Bates' Beetle was parked just 75 yards east of the location where her body was discovered. Kudos for an excellent video summary on the chronology of the Cheri Jo Bates murder. This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. Today marks the 37th anniversary of Cheri's death. [3], According to many eyewitnesses, Bates studied in the library until the normal closing time of 9:00p.m.[17] A subsequent witness statement obtained from a female RCC student would claim that a young man whose age she estimated to be either 19 or 20, and approximately 5 ft 11 in (180cm) in height, had been lurking in shadows across the street from Bates' vehicle and had been staring in the direction of her car around the same time the library closed. WebCheri Josephine Bates. Recommend those interested in the Cheri Jo Bates/Zodiac connections view Michaels excellent YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nyuLNXV6I8s, I now know who you are, and I believe you are correct about your father and Elizabeth Shortt. cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. "[2][n 3], On November 4, 1966, Bates was laid to rest at the Crestlawn Memorial Park in Riverside. "Evidence Links Zodiac Killer to '66 Death of Riverside Co-ed". Oops, something didn't work. Do you think theres something theyre trying to cover up? Birthplace: Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska, United States. Edit a memorial you manage or suggest changes to the memorial manager. Your Scrapbook is currently empty. ", Scan this QR code to download the app now. November 2013. Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. She was the younger of two children born to Joseph and Irene (ne Karolevitz) Bates. The FBI Los Angeles Investigative Genealogy Team and various additional law enforcement agencies continue to work the Zodiac Killer murders. But its him Well, you might want to look at the evidence (Most Evil I and II) before exonerating the suspect. In 1966,18-year-old Cheri Josephine Bates, known as Cheri Jo to her family and friends, was a freshman student at the Riverside Community College in California. Both an examination of the crime scene and Bates' subsequent autopsy revealed ample evidence of a ferocious physical struggle between Bates and her murderer; she having evidently scratched her assailant's arms,[5] face and head and torn off his wristwatch. Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. Bates, an 18-year-old college freshman, was stabbed and slashed to death on the grounds of Riverside City College. Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of Irene Bates (115000167)? GREAT NEWS! This is a carousel with slides. ", On how they case could move forward with DNA. Rita Swindle was the maid of honor when her brother Johnny married his teen sweetheart Joyce on Jan. 18, 1964. Assigned detectives meticulously review Cold Cases and evaluate to see if recent advancements in DNA technology and other forensic techniques could lead to the identification of the person or persons responsible. Students acquainted with Cheri Jo Bates said they were in the library between 6:30 pm Hi Steve, hopefully you can answer a question I cant find the solution to online. Kathy G: Her identity is still unknown. Lesterville, Yankton County, South Dakota, USA. Birthdate: February 04, 1948. Try again later. The author claimed to be the Zodiac Killer, but the author ultimately admitted to sending the letters to keep the investigation going. ", Regarding Male DNA she found on Cheri Jo Bates Pants, I have some questions about the pants yes there was male DNA present on them but I dont know if that was placed there at the time at the time of this crime or if someone in 1966 or the many decades since came into direct contact with those pants., Regarding an old Riverside attempt to get DNA, "In prior testing from a riverside Lab they were unable to get anything from a blood stain. Registration district: 3318. If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. In 1966,18-year-old Cheri Josephine Bates, known as Cheri Jo to her family and friends, was a freshman student at the Riverside Community College in California. The description by officer Fouch?after stopping him n asking if hed seen a man running. Estler's Mortgage Lifter tomato is one of the most popular heirloom varieties that is perfect for home gardeners. 30 Oct 1966 (aged 18) Riverside, Riverside County, California, USA. It takes 60 days for Red Rocket tomatoes to reach maturit, Co-Existing with Nature: Protect Your Garden from Pests Easily, Protecting Your Garden from Pests This account has been disabled. Death. On October 31, 1966, 0545 hours, Joseph Bates called Riverside Police to report his daughter Cheri Jo Bates missing. WebCheri Jo Bates was born on February 4, 1948 in Omaha, Nebraska, USA. [11] One of the potential clues supporting this theory was the discovery of a set of lower case initials (r h) inscribed below a macabre poem scratched into a desk at RCC. Try again later. Learn more about merges. WebView the profiles of people named Cheri Jo Bates. Flowers added to the memorial appear on the bottom of the memorial or here on the Flowers tab. 0 cemeteries found in Riverside, Riverside County, California, USA. [18] She had been repeatedly stabbed in the chest and left shoulder, and suffered several deep slash wounds to her face and neck. Failed to report flower. 4 Jul 1969 (aged 50) Riverside County, California, USA. Based on the developments in the case, Riverside Police Department will not be directly involved in the Zodiac Killer investigation and will focus its attention on who killed Cheri Jo. The chances of two ppl misspelling the same word the same way is in the millions. cemeteries found within kilometers of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of Cheri Bates (243232877)? 4 Feb 1948. On Tuesday, July 11, 1992 shortly before 1:00 p.m., a citizen called 9-1-1 after finding a man shot in the chest on a sidewalk in the 2700 block of McKinley Street, located in the Casa Blanca neighborhood. According to Morbidology, her Volkswagen car was parked about 100 yards away from where her body was found. WebThe female was identified as, 18 year old, Cheri Jo Bates. Students acquainted with Cheri Jo Bates said they were in the library between 6:30 pm Cheri Josephine Bates was a freshman at Riverside Community College that fall. [2] Her left cheek, upper lip, hands and arms had also been cut, with three slash wounds to her throat having severed her jugular vein and larynx and almost decapitating her. You need a Find a Grave account to continue. ", Regarding Hairs they found in Cheri Jo Bates hands, They dont have a DNA result from Cheri Jo Bates herself. Oops, some error occurred while uploading your photo(s). [7], It has been hypothesized that Bates may have been an early victimperhaps the first victimof an unidentified serial killer active in Northern California from the late 1960s to the early 1970s known as the Zodiac Killer,[39] and that this unidentified individual may have originated from Riverside and later moved to the San Francisco Bay Area. Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska, USA. ", Detective Jim Simons. This flower has been reported and will not be visible while under review. There was an error deleting this problem. Riverside, Riverside County, California, USA. Burial. An email has been sent to the person who requested the photo informing them that you have fulfilled their request, There is an open photo request for this memorial. Information regarding the Zodiac Killer can be emailed to https://tips.fbi.gov. Its the Citizen Detective Podcast on youtube. So it's hardly extraordinary to believe that 42 picograms could lead to a solve. Scattering her ashes at sea would prevent that once and for all. Failed to delete memorial. Bates was buried on Nov. 4, 1966, at Crestlawn Memorial Park in Riverside. Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. CJB's brother, Michael, works for a cable company in San Diego (this I learned by finding his name in Classmates, then Googling). Was this used by police for scale and thats why we see it over again or did your father place it there? The paint splattered wristwatch the police found near bates is also interesting. These items were stored in an environment that was not conducive to retaining DNA So most the DNA is gone from all of these items. cemeteries found within kilometers of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. One of the most effective ways to protect your garden from pests is to use natural predators. You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. This browser does not support getting your location. In 1970, the Zodiac Killer sent a letter to the Los Angeles Times in which he stated, "I do have to give them credit for stumbling across my riverside activity, but they are only finding the easy ones, there are a hell of a lot more down there.". Kinda like a ruler, maybe. cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. During the 22 years since these crimes occurred several interviews have been done and investigative leads followed, but the cases remain unsolved. This letter initially led investigators to believe the murder of Cheri Jo Bates may be associated with the murderer known as the Zodiac Killer. The letter and the interpretation of the signature on the letter generated much attention to the investigation and fueled many theories and much speculation regarding the case. The location where her father stating she was going to the update, the had. 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