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Remains of a 10-year old girl identified in eastern Iowa

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March 31st, 2021 by Ric Hanson

(Davenport) – In a joint presentation with multiple law enforcement and community resource partners, the Davenport Police Department announced Wednesday  that The Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation Criminalistics Laboratory has confirmed through autopsy the human remains found on March 22 in DeWitt, Iowa, are those of Breasia Terrell.

Davenport Police Chief Paul Sikorski addresses the media 3/31/21

Davenport Police Chief Paul Sikorski said the case is being investigated as a homicide. Breasia was last seen July 10 at a Davenport apartment complex, where she was staying with her half brother and his father, Henry Dinkins.  Chief Sikorski said “Because we are fully committed to the integrity of the investigation, we cannot comment on specific details – other than to say we are professionally, thoroughly and with our deepest commitment to justice, continuing the investigation.

He added, “We grieve alongside Breasia’s family and the community.“What’s important to know is this: the work of our investigators is not over. This is an open and ongoing investigation. We understand that the community wants to know where the investigation stands, and if anyone will be charged in this heinous crime.  When we can share details with the community, we will.”