Elijah Vue Dead, Skeletal Remains Found
The Two Rivers Police Department confirmed that human skeletal remains found last week were those of Elijah Vue.
The Brief
The Two Rivers Police Department confirmed 3-year-old Elijah Vue’s death on Friday. An Amber Alert was issued for the missing boy in February. Officials confirmed human skeletal remains found in Two Rivers last week were Vue’s.
News Update
The Two Rivers Police Department confirmed that human skeletal remains found last week were those of Elijah Vue. An Amber Alert, issued after the 3-year-old went missing in February, has been canceled.
The Manitowoc County Sheriff’s Office said a deer hunter found the remains in a wooded area of Two Rivers on September 7. The discovery was made in a privately owned area near a quarry and Camp Manitou.
Investigation Update
The Wisconsin Crime Lab conducted DNA testing on the remains, which included a skull and bones, to confirm they were Vue’s. Police said the family was identified as soon as the DNA testing confirmed the identity of the remains.
"We’re devastated. Our community is devastated," said Two Rivers Police Chief Benjamin Meinnert. "I never met Elijah, but I watched that 3-year-old boy bring out the best in this community."
Community Reaction
"Elijah was a little guy, but he left a huge impact on all of us, and he will not be forgotten," said Two Rivers Assistant Police Chief Melissa Wiesner.
Police said the location where Vue’s remains were found is just over three miles from where he went missing. Meinnert said various teams had previously searched the area near Manitou Drive several times.
"It’s very sad, a young life," said Two Rivers resident Joseph Puta. "Definitely not the way I would’ve liked to have seen it end. Children are precious."
Background
Vue went missing from his Two Rivers home on February 20. Vue’s mother, Katrina Baur, and her boyfriend, Jesse Vang, are still in jail – both criminally charged with child neglect, though not directly linked to the boy’s disappearance and death as of now.
Police Confirmation
The Two Rivers Police Department on Friday confirmed the remains of Elijah Vue, the 3-year-old missing since February, were found last week. The Amber Alert has been canceled.
"I have grandkids that age, and I just don’t understand how people can do some of the things they do," Puta said. "I hope the justice system makes this a point to people."
Investigation Continues
A death investigation is now open. Anyone with information related to Vue’s death is asked to call the Two Rivers Police Department.
The Source
Two Rivers Police Department, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Center for Forensic Science
Conclusion
The discovery of Elijah Vue’s remains has brought a sense of closure to the community, but it is a painful reminder of the tragedy that has unfolded. The investigation is ongoing, and the police are seeking any information that may lead to justice for the Vue family.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What happened to Elijah Vue?
A: Elijah Vue, a 3-year-old boy, went missing from his home in Two Rivers, Wisconsin, on February 20. His skeletal remains were found in a wooded area on September 7.
Q: Who is suspected of being involved in Elijah’s disappearance and death?
A: Elijah’s mother, Katrina Baur, and her boyfriend, Jesse Vang, are criminally charged with child neglect, but they have not been directly linked to Elijah’s disappearance and death.
Q: What is the current status of the investigation?
A: A death investigation is ongoing, and the police are seeking any information that may lead to justice for the Vue family.
Q: How can I help with the investigation?
A: If you have any information related to Elijah’s death, you can contact the Two Rivers Police Department.
