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Theresa Kenkel

Case from Earling, IA dated Jul 31, 2025

Victim Details

Theresa Kenkel

Female

White / Caucasian

Earling

IA

2025-07-31

32

Theresa

Kenkel

07/07/2026

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On July 31, 2025, the quiet town of Earling, Iowa, was disturbed by the tragic death of 32-year-old Theresa Kenkel, a white female. Concerns for her welfare led Shelby County Sheriff's deputies to her home at 204 2nd Avenue. Upon entering the residence, they made the grim discovery of Ms. Kenkel's body inside. Her body was subsequently transported to the State Medical Examiner's Office for an autopsy to determine the official cause of death.

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  • KETV: Iowa authorities identify woman found dead inside residence in Shelby County Thursday
  • https://www.wowt.com: Two arrested in connection to death in Shelby County, Iowa
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    I’ve been following the Theresa Kenkel case closely from the start, and one aspect that's been on ... ...Read More
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