Ronnie Bates

Murdered
Case Description
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Ronnie Bates, aged 28, was reported missing on January 17, 1997, after leaving his residence and was not seen alive again. His disappearance remained a mystery until May 21, 1998, when human remains were discovered at Bowen Ranch in Apple Valley, California. These remains were later confirmed to belong to Bates. The investigation into his death has classified the case as a homicide, but it remains unsolved, with no suspects publicly identified.

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    Victim Details

    Ronnie Bates

    February 28, 2022

    Male

    Caucasian / White

    Apple Valley

    CA

    1998-05-21

    1997-01-17

    Ronnie

    Bates

    10/14/2024


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