INVESTIGATORS RECOVER BONES FROM BACKYARD OF PHILADELPHIA HOME LINKED TO SEVEN MISSING WOMEN

Law enforcement officials searching a Philadelphia residence connected to seven missing women have recovered bones from the backyard, according to source reports. The discovery occurred on Thursday, October 15th, at 417 West Chew Avenue in the Olney neighborhood—a property formerly owned by Raymond “R.C.” Horsch, who died in 2025. The extensive investigation involves both the Philadelphia Police Department and the FBI.

The probe began in June after Horsch’s son, Eugene, was arrested on unrelated federal charges. Evidence gathered during that arrest led investigators to the Chew Avenue home, where they uncovered over a million digital files, including photographs and videos involving women later identified as missing. Authorities believe at least five of the seven missing women connected to the case may be deceased.

Over recent weeks, forensic teams meticulously dismantled sections of the house—examining walls, floors, and the basement—before excavating the backyard. Luminol testing inside the home produced positive reactions for potential hidden blood traces. During the dig, crews recovered bones, prompting a response from the Philadelphia Medical Examiner’s Office to determine if the remains are human or animal. Investigators also located a safe concealed behind a wall inside the residence.

Eugene Horsch remains in federal custody on unrelated charges and has not been charged in connection with the missing women. As forensic testing continues, investigators hope incoming results will provide long-awaited answers.