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15-05-2025
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Tom Cruise Is Full of Heart at Cannes Film Festival, Plus Angela Bassett, Leonardo DiCaprio, Eva Longoria and More
Stars have been everywhere this week. At Cannes Film Festival in France, Tom Cruise shows love on the red carpet, and Angela Bassett sports a shiny purse. Also at Cannes, Leonardo DiCaprio keeps it low-key in shades, and Eva Longoria stuns in sequins. Here are the best photos of celebs out and about this week. Come back tomorrow for more of the latest A-list outings! Tom Cruise forms a heart with his hands on the red carpet of Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning at Cannes Film Festival on May 14. Angela Bassett waves her jewel-studded popcorn clutch at the Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning red carpet at Cannes Film Festival on May 14. Leonardo DiCaprio leaves the Palais des Festivals with girlfriend Vittoria Ceretti (not pictured) during the Cannes Film Festival on May 14. Eva Longoria arrives for a Cannes Film Festival screening of Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning in a shiny sequin gown on May 14. Heidi Klum and her husband Tom Kaulitz are side-by-side on the red carpet at Cannes Film Festival in France on May 14. A tuxedoed Andie MacDowell shows up to the Cannes Film Festival in France with pulled-back hair on May 14. Diane Kruger rocks a matching pinstripe shirt and skirt at a photo call for Little Disasters in London on May 14. JoJo Siwa beams outside ABC Studios in New York City on May 14. Kim Kardashian steps out in a dramatic white dress with feathers on the hem in Paris on May 14. Stephen Colbert moderates a fireside chat about Andor with creator Tony Gilroy and star Diego Luna at The Paley Museum in N.Y.C. on May 13. Ashley Tisdale joins Bluey for a Bush's Baked Beans campaign in New York City on May 13. Jack LaFrantz and Benson Boone meet up on the red carpet at the BMI Pop Awards in Beverly Hills, California, on May 13. Barry's CEO Joey Gonzalez and Ana de Armas host a class inspired by her upcoming film Ballerina in New York City on May 13. Bethenny Frankel talks at Adweek's Social Media Week in New York City on May 13. Brenda Song helps Vita Coco launch their Orange & Creme Treats at their Nostalgia Mall pop-up in New York City. At The Last Five Years in New York City, Nick Jonas meets with Dexcom Warriors, who are aspiring performers living with diabetes Chrissy Teigen and her daughter Luna spend Mother's Day weekend at Cravings' Pancake Land featuring Michael's decor and snacks from Lifeway Kefir. Jordana Brewster, Lori Harvey, Lauren London and Hilary Duff celebrate Mother's Day with Baby2Baby and Crate & Kids in L.A. on May 8. Kevin Costner and Rob Lowe reunite at the Airbnb Summer Release on May 13 in Los Angeles. Ryan and Deacon Phillippe have a father-son night out at the screening of their new show, Motorheads in Los Angeles on May 13. Sophia Bush and Gabrielle Union match in white at the Airbnb Summer Release on May 13 in Los Angeles. King Charles and Queen Camilla show their support for The Elephant Family, a conservation charity focusing on Asian wildlife, on May 13 in London. Ramy Youssef smiles at an Emmy FYC event for his show, #1 Happy Family USA, in Los Angeles on May 12. Shakira begins the U.S. leg of her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran world tour in Charlotte, North Carolina on May 13. Bradley Cooper surveys the scene in New York City on May 13. Awkwafina and Alison Brie look summery at the Anine Bing cocktail party in Los Angeles on May 13. Heidi Klum wears a suit ensemble while heading out to the Cannes Film Festival in France on May 13. Ciara and Megan Thee Stallion look effortlessly cool at the Airbnb Summer Release on May 13 in Los Angeles. Ayo Edebiri reps The Bear at the Disney Upfront in New York City on May 13. Mission Impossible - The Final Reckoning costars Angela Bassett, Tom Cruise, Pom Klementieff and Tramell Tillman pose for a group shot at the Cannes Film Festival in France on May 13. Ana de Armas steps out in an open cardigan in New York City on May 13. Blake Shelton catches up with Jimmy Fallon on The Tonight Show on May 13 in New York City. Snoop Dogg and his son Cordell Broadus flash a peace sign at the screening of Snoop Dogg's Iz It A Crime movie album on May 13 in New York City. Diane Kruger wears a two-piece blue outfit at the Little Disasters premiere in London. Sterling K. Brown and Nicey Nash pose backstage at the Disney Upfront in New York City on May 13. Nathan Fillion and Jenna Dewan hold hands at the Disney Upfront in New York City on May 13. Sarah Paulson, Teyana Taylor and Glenn Close support their upcoming show All's Fair at the Disney Upfront in New York City on May 13. Shailene Woodley looks laidback at the Airbnb Summer Release on May 13 in Los Angeles. Benson Boone and his girlfriend Maggie Thurmon cuddle up at the BMI Pop Awards in Beverly Hills, California on May 13. Robert De Niro and his partner Tiffany Chen arrive in style on the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival in France on May 13. Martin Short, Selena Gomez and Steve Martin celebrate the upcoming fifth season of Only Murders in the Building at Disney Upfront in New York City on May 13. Eva Longoria is all smiles on the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival in France on May 13. Nick Jonas looks cool as ever as he takes a stroll around New York City on May 13. Bella Hadid waves to the crowd at the Cannes Film Festival in France on May 13. Quentin Tarantino embraces his wife Daniella at the Cannes Film Festival in France on May 13. Pete Davidson steps out with girlfriend Elsie Hewitt in New York City on May 13. Jason Weinberg, Demi Moore and Merritt Johnson attend Family Equality's Night at the Pier event to raise money for LGBTQ+ families in New York City on May 12. Chandra Wilson reps Grey's Anatomy at Disney Upfront in New York City on May 13. Alfonso Ribeiro looks polished in purple while out in New York City on May 13. Bobbi Brown and Lauren Bush Lauren show their support at Albert Einstein College of Medicine's Spirit Awards in New York City on May 13. Heidi Klum looks radiant in a pink floral dress on her way to the Cannes Film Festival in France on May 13. Renée Zellweger gets sleuthing on the set of Only Murders in the Building in New York City on May 13. Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner sit courtside at the playoff game between the Boston Celtics and the New York Knicks on May 12 in New York City. Travis and Jason Kelce host the Amazon Upfront, announcing the streamer's new projects, in New York City on May 12. Kate Middleton greets guests at the British Fashion Council in London on May 12, where she presents the Queen Elizabeth II Award for British Design. Amy Poehler and Tina Fey reunite at an NBCUniversal event announcing the network's primetime show lineup. Cardi B and NFL star Stefon Diggs fuel dating rumors as they celebrate the New York Knicks' win against the Boston Celtics on May 12 in New York City. Kelly Ripa, Nicole Scherzinger, and Mark Consuelos smile for a group shot while attending the Family Equality Gala on May 12 in New York City. Blake Shelton jams out at NBC's TODAY Citi Concert Series on May 13 in New York City. Justin Theroux walks the blue carpet at the Webby Awards in New York City on May 12. John Cena and wife Shay Shariatzadeh match in purple looks the Amazon Upfront on May 12 in New York City Dave Bautista and Jason Momoa make a grand arrival at the Amazon Upfront in New York City on May 12. Lizzo shows off her new blonde hair at the Amazon Upfront in New York City on May 12. Jurnee Smollett and Ciara celebrate the grand opening of Tory Burch's new flagship store on Rodeo Drive in Los Angeles on May 12. Pauline Chalamet, Kate Hudson and Jodie Turner-Smith look chic at the opening of Tory Burch's new flagship store in Los Angeles on May 12. Ryan Reynolds rocks a double-tan outfit on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert on May 12 in New York City. Maren Morris performs on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on May 12 in New York City Eva Longoria heads out of her hotel in Paris to the Cannes Film Festival on May 13. Robert De Niro and girlfriend Tiffany Chen arrive at the Cannes Film Festival in France on May 13. Halle Berry waves to fans at the Cannes Film Festival on May 13. Tom Brady shows off his famous football handling skills at the Fox Upfront in New York City on May 12. Elizabeth Hurley and Brendan Fraser smile at the Fox Upfront in New York City on May 12. Rob Lowe and Jon Hamm pose together at the Fox Upfront in New York City on May 12. Usher wears Emory University's robes as he gives their graduation commencement speech in Atlanta on May 12. Halle Berry radiates movie star energy as she enters Hotel Martinez in Paris ahead of the Cannes Film Festival on May 12. Tom Cruise dons a classic suit with a patterned tie as he prepares for the BFI Fellowship celebration for him in London on May 12. Days after hosting the ACM Awards, Reba McEntire flies to New York City for the NBCUniversal Upfront event on May 12. Snoop Dogg, in a bright blue tracksuit, carries a speaker as he enters Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen in New York City on May 12. Lizzo rocks full platinum blonde hair as she steps out in a black dress at Watch What Happens Live in New York City on May 12. Hannah Waddingham glows on the red carpet at the BFI Chair's Dinner in London on May 12. Bella Hadid goes blonde as she arrives at her hotel ahead of Cannes Film Festival in France on May 12. Gayle King and Nicole Scherzinger pop in vibrant colors at SiriusXM Studios in New York City on May 12. Heidi Klum and her husband Tom Kaulitz match in black at the Cannes Film Festival in France on May 12. Andrew Garfield and Monica Barbaro visit Isa Antonetti during a production of Buena Vista Social Club on Broadway in N.Y.C. on May 11. Kylie Jenner wears a pink bikini while enjoying the sun on the Turks and Caicos Islands on May 10. A shaded DJ Khaled holds up the MCM x Snipes collaboration at a launch party held at We The Best x Snipes in Miami. Ashley Madekwe, Shea McGee and Jamie Chung are ready for the spring at An Evening with Tuckerknuck and Studio McGee in West Hollywood, California, on May 8. Jordan Chiles tips her cowboy hat at an afterparty for Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter Tour in L.A. powered by SirDavis American Whisky, Marriott Bonvoy and EDITION on May 8. Terry Crews shows off his biceps in Spotify, FC Barcelona and Travis Scott's Cactus Jack merchandise in Barcelona on May 10. Walton Goggins delivers his opening monologue in his Saturday Night Live hosting debut in New York City on May 10. Gwen Stefani gets ready to take the stage at Wango Tango in Huntington Beach, California, wearing all denim on May 10. Jessie J, her son Sky, mom Rose Cornish and boyfriend Chanan Safir Colman have a family day at The Wiggles' tour stop in London on May 9. Abbott Elementary's William Stanford Davis stops by The Jennifer Hudson Show for a May 12 episode in Burbank, California. A casual Jennifer Lawrence totes a big yellow bag on a stroll in New York City on May 11. Daniel Dae Kim arrives at a closing night screening of Yellow Face in San Francisco on May 11. Michelle Williams' character is pregnant for A Place in Hell scene in New York City on May 11. Harry Hamlin holds an acting masterclass at the SAG-AFTRA Foundation in Los Angeles on May 11. Nicole Scherzinger wears a bright pink biker jacket to the opening night of The Last Bimbo of the Apocalypse in New York City on May 11. Benson Boone and his girlfriend Maggie Thurmon hold hands on a day around Malibu, California, on May 11. Host Alan Cumming looks dapper at the 2025 BAFTA TV Awards in London on May 11. Amber Rose reps the Houston Rockets at the Baddies Africa premiere in West Hollywood, California, on May 11. Megan Thee Stallion is a sheer beauty at the Gold Gala in Los Angeles on May 10. Also at the Gold Gala, H.E.R. sports a stylish pair of shades in Los Angeles on May 10. Meghan Trainor prepares to head onstage in a jewel-studded two-piece at Wango Tango in Huntington Beach, California, on May 10. Teddi Mellencamp arrives in white to Wango Tango in Huntington Beach, California, on May 10. A blonde Doja Cat strikes a pose on the Wango Tango red carpet in Huntington Beach, California, on May 10. Yvette Nicole Brown and her husband Anthony Davis are happy to be at the Spring Break Gala in Los Angeles on May 10. Dressed in a black dress, Michelle Monaghan steps out in the East Village in N.Y.C. on May 10. Timothée Chalamet cheers on the New York Knicks in game three against the Boston Celtics in N.Y.C. on May 10. Justin Theroux bundles up to attend the Poker Face pop-up with his dog Kuma in New York City on May 9. Saweetie celebrates Kali Uchis' new album Sincerely at a party in Hollywood, California, on May 9. Taraji P. Henson rocks an edgy look on The Jennifer Hudson Show for a May 9 episode in Burbank, California. Khloé Kardashian sparkles in sequins with an award at the German Perfume Award Duftstars in Dusseldorf, Germany, on May 8. Nicola Coughlan radiates old Hollywood glam at the 2025 BAFTA Television Awards in London on May 11. Tom Cruise speaks as a guest at the British Film Institute's Southbank location in London on May 11. Heidi Klum smiles for the cameras while walking through the Nice Côte d'Azur Airport ahead of the 2025 Cannes Film Festival in France on May 11. Chanel Iman and Victoria Monét celebrate a new Chasa collection at Porta Via in Beverly Hills, Calif., on May 9. Alan Cumming attends the 2025 BAFTA Television Awards in a dazzling blue blazer and leopard print in London on May 11. Viola Davis is joined by her daughter Genesis at the City Year Los Angeles' 14th annual Spring Break Gala held at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, Calif., on May 9. Meghan Trainor makes a glamorous appearance in a pink bow outfit and pearl set at iHeartRadio's 102.7 KIIS FM Wango Tango in Huntington Beach, Calif., on May 10. Read the original article on People
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02-05-2025
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Will Peter Dutton unseat Albanese as PM? How and when will Australia decide?
Australia will go to the polls on May 3 (Saturday). The election will be a direct contest between incumbent Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, and opposition leader Peter Dutton. If you are still confused about the polls, we have you covered — from who's running, what are the main issues and when will the results be declared read more Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Opposition Leader Peter Dutton shake hands ahead of the second leaders' debate of the 2025 federal election campaign at the ABC Studios in Parramatta, Sydney, Australia. The two leaders will go up against each other on May 3. File image/Reuters After a shocking election in Canada, comes Australia. The country will go to vote on Saturday (May 3) with the cost of living crisis being at the front of the minds of many Australians. Notably, Australia is among a handful of nations that enforces compulsory voting, boasting a turnout rate of more than 90 per cent. As Australians gear up to cast their vote and decide the future of their country, we take a closer look at all the things that matter this election — from the polling process to contenders, the major issues and who has a better chance of winning. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD How do Australian elections work? Before we dive into the contenders and their policies this election, let's understand Australia's electoral system. Australia is among the few countries in the world where voting is compulsory for those aged 18 and above. The party or coalition that secures a majority in the House of Representatives forms the government, and its leader becomes the prime minister. Australia follows a preferential voting system, which means you don't just tick your choice of candidate. It's a system that requires voters to rank their preferred candidates from first all the way through to the last on their ballot papers. A woman drops her ballot in the box at a pre-polling centre in Sydney, ahead of Australia's federal election on May 3. The country follows a preferential style of voting. AFP To win a seat, a candidate needs to get more than 50 per cent of the first-preference votes. However, if no candidate reaches that threshold, the one with the fewest votes is excluded and their votes are distributed to the person each of those voters nominated as their second preference. This continues until one candidate passes the 50 per cent threshold. On the day of voting, Australians will receive two ballot papers — one for the House of Representatives (the lower house) and one for the Senate (the upper house). It's important to note that the process for voting slightly differs for both the houses of parliament. Who are the main contenders for this election? The two major players in the 2025 federal election are the Labor Party (ALP) and the Coalition, which is made up of the Liberal Party and the Nationals. The two contenders for prime minister are current PM Anthony Albanese and Opposition Leader Peter Dutton. Alabanese, who became prime minister in 2022, is a veteran of Australian politics. Before securing the top job, he had been in parliament for over a quarter of a century. Known widely as 'Albo', the 61-year-old father-of-one has traditionally aligned himself with Labor's left. However, as prime minister, he has adopted more centrist positions. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese holds a Medicare card as he addresses the National Press Club in Canberra. AP This election, Albanese is being challenged by Peter Dutton, who became head of the Liberal-National coalition after their 2022 defeat. He is contesting his first election as opposition leader. A father of three, Dutton was a police officer and businessman before entering politics. He is known for his conservative views on issues such as national security, immigration, and law and order. Dutton has also blamed the Albanese government of worsening the inflation crisis and has pledged to cut public spending. While the Australian elections are being viewed largely as a two-way race, there are other contenders in the running. There's Adam Bandt, the leader of the Australian Greens, who has framed this election as a choice between progressive policies that make people's lives better, or a US-style shift to the right. There's also David Littleproud, leader of the National Party. Most poll watchers note that if Dutton wins the election, Littleproud will serve as his deputy. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD An election placard for Liberal party leader Peter Dutton is displayed outside a pre-polling centre in the seat of Warringah, Sydney, Australia. Reuters What are the main issues this election? The biggest issue that voters will be thinking of this Saturday when they head to the polling booths is the rising cost of living. The country is witnessing a huge surge in inflation causing the prices of everyday items to skyrocket. For instance, prices of eggs have surged 11 per cent while beer has increase to four per cent. The central bank's benchmark interest rates have been seeing a rise — peaking at 4.35 per cent in November 2023. Annual inflation peaked that year at 7.8 per cent. A housing crisis is another huge issue this election. Rising inflation has forced some builders out of business, causing a shortage of houses, which in turn has inflated rents. The government has provided tax cuts and assistance for some rent and energy bills, but critics argue government spending has contributed to maintaining elevated inflation. Australia's universal healthcare system, now struggling because of staff shortages and soaring costs, is another major concern for voters. Politicians across the spectrum admit there's a crisis, with many Australians delaying or skipping care — and both parties have promised billions in additional funding to fix it. A woman walks past a defaced electoral placard depicting Australian Prime Minster Anthony Albanese in Sydney, Australia. Reuters Foreign policy, namely ties with China, will also be on the minds of Australian voters. Trade and diplomatic relations between Australia and China plunged to new depths in 2020 amid the Covid-19 pandemic. But since then, ties have improved with Albanese being quoted as saying, 'We will cooperate where we can, disagree where we must and engage in the national interest.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Dutton, on the other hand, is a critic of China and maintains that a tough and uncompromising approach is the way to deal with Beijing. He has also accused Albanese of self-censorship to avoid offending Beijing. But the bigger global issue, this time around, is US President Donald Trump. Simon Jackman, an honorary professor at the University of Sydney and former chief executive officer of its US Studies Centre, told CNN, 'Funnily enough, Trump is probably seen as a bigger threat to the global order than China.' Many experts note that the Trump factor may hurt Dutton more than Albanese. In fact, when Trump was inaugurated in January, Dutton was ahead in the polls, as Australians expressed anger over the cost of living and housing affordability. However, most polls in the final stretch of the campaign show Labor ahead, although it may need the support of independent lawmakers to form government. Speaking on the same, Andrew Carswell, former press secretary to Liberal Party Prime Minister Scott Morrison, who lost office at the previous election, told Reuters that Trump had been 'a wrecking ball' for Australia's conservative coalition and more broadly across the world. 'Australian voters are looking on with concern at what is happening and saying if that is change, we don't want it,' he said. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD When will we know the election results? Once the polls close, counting begins right away and results are updated in real time on the Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) website. Whichever party wins 76 seats in the lower house will be declared the winner. In the outgoing parliament, Albanese's party held 77 seats whereas Dutton's Liberal-National Coalition had 53 seats after a sound defeat at the last vote in 2022. Australians will know of the results by the end of election day — the result is usually called by media commentators, election experts or even the candidates themselves. The official result will take days or even weeks to come, as the election body has to go through a rigorous counting process, counting approximately 18 million ballot papers by hand, including postal and overseas ballot papers. Who is most likely to win the Australian elections? Since campaigning began for the polls, opinions have shifted significantly in Labor's favour. Most poll pundits expect Albanese to retain government either with a slim majority or with the support of minor parties and independents. If Albanese does win, he become the first Australian leader in more than two decades to win consecutive terms in office. With inputs from agencies
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18-02-2025
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New DNA technology and witness revelations expose dark secrets in Fox Hollow Farm case
Over the years, various notorious groups of murderers have gained national attention for their shocking crimes, including figures like Jeffrey Dahmer and John Wayne Gacy. However, one killer who was equally brutal in his crimes did not receive as much national recognition as Gacy or Dahmer. He was from Indiana and his farm harbored a dark double life, ultimately claiming the lives of at least 13 men, according to investigators. Businessman Herbert Baumeister of Westfield, Indiana, has never been convicted, but police believe he is responsible for killing those victims, mostly gay men – and potentially more – after more than 10,000 bone fragments and bones were found scattered across his Fox Hollow Farm. To this day, nobody knows the identities of all of Baumeister's alleged victims or how many people he may have killed. However, with new technology available today, coroner Jeff Jellison of Hamilton County has opened a new investigation into the notorious serial killer case. "When you look at the original investigation back in the '90s, when the search warrant was served, I don't think we were prepared to really handle an investigation like that," Jellison said. The ABC Studios four-part series, "The Fox Hollow Murders: Playground of a Serial Killer," which premieres Feb. 18 on Hulu, follows coroner Jeff Jellison and his team as they investigate the victims of Herbert Baumeister. As they delve deeper, they uncover potential accomplices, missing evidence, and a key witness whose testimony keeps changing. In 1994, some families of missing gay men in Indianapolis hired a private investigator after they said police didn't help them find their loved ones. There have been multiple reports dating back to the summer of 1993 that multiple gay men had been missing after attending local gay bars. These men were all about the same age, all about the same size. The last place anybody could put most of them was in a number of openly gay bars within a 2-mile area. The case took off when Mark Anthony Goodyear spoke with a private investigator about a strange encounter he said he had with a man he met while out at a bar. Goodyear mentioned that he met a man named Brian at a gay bar in downtown Indianapolis. According to the account, Brian persuaded Goodyear to accompany him to his home, which had a pool and a bar, so they could continue to socialize. They went down to the basement, where the pool area was located. Goodyear remembers there were mannequins around the pool and behind the bar, creating a sort of club environment. "I knew something was strange about him already," Goodyear said. "I wouldn't take a cocktail from him. He was trying to get me to drink or whatever. So, I went to the bathroom with the cocktail. Dumped it out. Rinsed the glass. Came back with a glass of water." They went swimming and engaged in consensual sex, according to Goodyear. And then participated in autoerotic asphyxiation, which entails the deprivation of air to a sexual partner that brings them into a euphoric state before going unconscious. "I knew this guy wasn't right," Goodyear told police. "There were several different attempts there with, like I said, a tie, a belt. He had a fascination with strangulation. I, I do believe that if I had been severely under the influence that he probably would have went further with me. Leading me to believe that he has done this before. I don't even know if he's a murderer. My assumption is that he is." Goodyear then couldn't remember much of where Brian took him, so he told multiple people to be on the lookout for a man who fit Brian's description. During this time nobody question Goodyear story. Over the years, some individuals who met him felt he knew more than he let on. One of those individuals was Jane Gerlach, a paranormal filmmaker, who told ABC that while interviewing Goodyear for a documentary she found his stories puzzling. She also mentioned that he wrote her a strange riddle in a letter. 'I was never attacked,' Goodyear wrote in a letter. 'I am not a murderer. Exactly what am I? Tell me what I am. Not an accomplice, not a victim, never attacked. What am I?' ABC News has confirmed that Goodyear has never been charged with any crimes related to the case. Goodyear denies any involvement with the missing persons. 'I never introduced anyone to Herb Baumeister,' Goodyear told ABC News. 'I would introduce Herb Baumeister to persons, yes. This is your killer. Don't leave the building with him. Don't be alone with him. At the top of my lungs. A shrill shriek. While standing on furniture in public places. No, I never set anybody up.' Nonetheless Goodyear, during police investigation, was a big help to leading detectives on the right path. Thanks to word of mouth, one of Goodyear's friends spotted a person matching the description Goodyear offered and got the license plate number of the person's vehicle. With that plate number, Indianapolis Police Department detective Mary Wilson initiated a background investigation and ran a check through the Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) to find out who owned the vehicle. The investigation revealed that the car belonged to Herbert Baumeister. Before this, Baumeister had not been on anyone's radar. He and his wife Julie lived with their three children in Westfield, Indiana, at Fox Hollow Farms. Baumeister appeared a decent father who went to church. But now Baumeister became a suspect, and the police wanted to check his home. This is when investigators learned from his wife that he hadn't been living there because she had filed for divorce. "My first impression of Mr. Baumeister when I first saw him at the store was this is a very strange man," Wilson said. "But just, he was so very nervous. He has a wife and three children, and he said nobody in his family knew the fact that he goes into gay bars." In 1996, Julie Baumeister told detectives that Herbert had been acting strangely, and she wanted to leave him. She recounted an incident when her son found a human skull in the woods near their home. Julie Baumeister granted the police permission to search the Fox Hollow property, and a preliminary search was conducted in that area. During the search, detectives observed what appeared to be burnt bone fragments. The fragments looked like human bones, so the investigation needed to involve others with expertise in that area. "We did a walk through the woods, and as I was walking through, I looked down and saw what appeared to be an articulated foot," Cary Milligan, a former detective of the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office, said. "The bones of a foot were on the ground. There was some shotgun shells found. Oh, there's the hinged handcuffs." Investigators and forensic anthropologists spent weeks digging through the earth around the 18-acre estate. In total, they found more than 10,000 human remains. They were only able to identify 13 men. Baumeister was eventually found in Canada, dead by suicide. The criminal investigation died with him, but the forensics team is committed to trying to identify as many victims as possible. "We have 10,000 bone and bone fragments," Jellison said. "Well, to put it into perspective, this is the second-largest number of unidentified human remains in this country. I made this big plea going public with this investigation. And attempting to identify the remains. If you have someone missing please let us know. We'll get a DNA swab from you. We'll get that entered into the missing person database." New DNA technology and witness revelations expose dark secrets in Fox Hollow Farm case originally appeared on
