Murder victim found in Oregon woods in 1972 identified as WWII veteran
Summary
Investigators have identified a murder victim found in Oregon woods in 1972 as Armes Henry Lahti, a World War II U.S. Navy veteran. Using modern DNA and family tree research, authorities connected the remains to Lahti but have not yet solved the circumstances or found the killer.Key Facts
- Human remains were found in southwestern Oregon woods in 1972.
- The victim was shot twice in the head; death ruled a homicide.
- The victim was identified in 2025 as Armes Henry Lahti, born in 1909.
- Lahti served in the U.S. Navy during World War II.
- DNA evidence and investigative genetic genealogy helped identify him.
- Lahti had a known dispute at a bar in 1965 and left with a rifle.
- Authorities have not determined who killed Lahti or why.
- Law enforcement is asking the public for any information about the case.
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