Wyoming Woman Killed; Suspect in Custody

Multiple reports confirm an 82-year-old woman was found dead in Wyoming, Michigan on Marcia Street Southwest early July 20, with the death ruled a homicide by the Kent County Medical Examiner and a person of interest identified and taken into custody by Indiana State Police near Fort Wayne; authorities are continuing the investigation and asking for tips. In the Michigan case, names of those involved have not been released and police are coordinating with Indiana State Police as more details emerge. Separately, authorities say 82-year-old Karen Marie Moyer was found dead in Cheyenne, Wyoming on October 21, 2024, with the death ruled a homicide and a 28-year-old Michael John Gentry detained in Indiana and awaiting extradition to Wyoming. Gentry is described as the primary person of interest, with extradition moving through the court system after a traffic stop led to his detention. Local and state investigators emphasize cross-state cooperation and the ongoing nature of both investigations, urging anyone with information to come forward. Taken together, the cases underscore how similar incidents involving elderly victims can trigger multi-jurisdictional investigations across state lines.