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KVIA•Dec 21

Local Woman's Discovery of Amelia Earhart Statue Sparks Controversy

Elaine Traverse, a woman with a disability, stumbled upon the remains of a stolen Amelia Earhart statue in Newfoundland while walking her dog. The statue, which had been missing since April 24, 2023, was the subject of a $25,000 reward for its recovery. Despite her good intentions, Traverse's involvement has raised suspicion, particularly due to her son's past criminal record. Authorities initially suggested she could face legal trouble, leading to a complicated situation where her efforts to help have not been publicly acknowledged. The community remains relieved to have the statue back, but Traverse feels her reputation has been damaged.

Crime community crime
1 min read
KVIA•Dec 21

Local Woman's Discovery of Amelia Earhart Statue Sparks Controversy and Suspicion

Elaine Traverse stumbled upon the remains of a stolen Amelia Earhart statue in Newfoundland while walking her dog. The statue, which had been missing since April, was the subject of a $25,000 reward for its return. Although Traverse reported her find to local authorities, she was met with suspicion and potential legal implications, especially due to her son's past criminal record. Despite passing lie detector tests, Traverse feels her reputation has been damaged, as local officials have not credited her in public statements regarding the statue's recovery. The investigation into the statue's theft remains ongoing, leaving the community in a state of uncertainty.

Community community theft
1 min read