Human remains that were discovered near singer Taylor Swift's home identified

Police have said in their statement that Wein's vehicle was located in South Kingstown on April 10, days before he was officially reported missing. read more
In a shocking twist in the case, the human remains that were discovered near singer Taylor Swift's home have been finally identified. They belong to Eric Wein, 31, of Massachusetts, who was reported missing on April 18.
Police have said in their statement that Wein's vehicle was located in South Kingstown on April 10, days before he was officially reported missing.
'We extend our deepest condolences to Mr. Wein's family and loved ones during this difficult time,' their statement said.
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'As far as I'm concerned, as far as right now, this has nothing to do with any serial killer [or] any New England murderer,' Westerly Police Chief Paul Gingerella previously told Fox News Digital.
American singing sensation Taylor Swift endorsed, US Vice President Kamala Harris for the 2024 US Presidential Election. Swift's endorsement came shortly after Harris went head-to-head against Former US President Donald Trump in her first US Presidential debate.
Swift took to Instagram to express her support for Harris. Over the years the singer's endorsement has been watched closely because of her huge fan base, fondly called 'Swifties'. 'Like many of you, I watched the debate tonight. If you haven't already, now is a great time to do your research on the issues at hand and the stances these candidates take on the topics that matter to you the most. As a voter, I make sure to watch and read everything I can about their proposed policies and plans for this country,' Taylor said in her Instagram post.
'I will be casting my vote for Kamala Harris and Tim Walz in the 2024 Presidential Election. I'm voting for @kamalaharris because she fights for the rights and causes I believe need a warrior to champion them. I think she is a steady-handed, gifted leader and I believe we can accomplish so much more in this country if we are led by calm and not chaos,' she furthered.

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