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Riatha Marie Gyles

Case from Molalla, OR dated Jul 21, 1987

Victim Details

Riatha Marie Gyles

Female

White / Caucasian

Molalla

OR

1987-07

16

Riatha

Marie Gyles

06/28/2026

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In the summer of 1987, the tragic story of a young life cut short unfolded in the dense woods of the Molalla Forest in Clackamas County, Oregon. Riatha Marie Gyles, a 16-year-old Caucasian female, became one of the victims of a brutal serial killer. Her remains were discovered in this remote, wooded area, a place that tragically served as a burial ground for several women. Like the other victims found at the secluded site, she had been subjected to horrific violence.

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  • Riatha (Reatha) Marie Gyles (1971-1987) - Find a Grave Memorial
  • Oregon serial killer 'Molalla Forest Murderer' faces fifth re-sentencing
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