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Michelle Ryals

Case from Elyria, OH dated Oct 25, 2016

Victim Details

Michelle Ryals

Female

White / Caucasian

Elyria

OH

2016-10-25

45

Michelle

Ryals

07/19/2026

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Michelle Ryals, a 45-year-old woman from North Ridgeville, OH, tragically passed away on October 25, 2016. She was a long-time employee of The Cleveland Clinic, working as an information systems analyst. Michelle was beloved by her family and friends, and her sudden death sent shockwaves through her community.

The investigation into Michelle's death revealed that Randy Hamilton, her live-in boyfriend, was responsible for her murder. On the night of the incident, Hamilton called 911 and ad ...
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