A Michigan man, Dale Warner, 53, has been arrested in connection with the disappearance and presumed death of his wife, Dee Ann Warner, 52, last seen on April 24th or 25th, 2021. Law enforcement officials charged him with open murder and tampering with evidence on Nov. 21, 2022, despite the victim's body not being found.
Dee Ann Warner ran a trucking company from her property in Franklin Township, about 70 miles southwest of Detroit. Her family, suspecting abuse by her husband, reported her missing after losing contact in May 2021. Crime Stoppers sought public assistance, but her case remained mysterious, with her phone dead and no activity in her bank accounts.
The investigation, initially led by the Lenawee County Sheriff’s Office, later involved state troopers and the FBI. In October 2021, searches using underground sonar devices were conducted at Dee Ann's property. The recent charges against Dale Warner followed extensive collaborative efforts, bringing unique challenges due to the absence of the victim's body.
Dale Warner pleaded not guilty during his arraignment on Nov. 21 and was denied bail. His defense attorney, Mary Chartier, emphasized the lack of evidence and believed a fair review would show his innocence.
Dee Ann Warner's family, suspecting domestic violence, expressed their suffering and belief that she fell victim to abuse. Gregg Hardy, her brother, mentioned her strength but acknowledged the common belief among battered women that they could change their spouse. The family had hoped for closure through the arrest of the person they hold responsible for Dee Ann's disappearance.
Dale Warner is held on a $20 million bond, and a bail hearing is scheduled for Nov. 27. The case represents the challenges of a no-body homicide investigation, with law enforcement expressing confidence in the detectives' work and collaboration with the prosecutor. Despite limited details about the ongoing investigation, the arrest provides a significant development in the pursuit of justice for Dee Ann Warner's disappearance and presumed death.
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