EDEN, VT – Two bodies discovered in a secluded wooded region in Eden, Vermont, have been identified as Jahim Solomon and Eric White, both 21, from Massachusetts. State authorities confirmed on Thursday that autopsies revealed the young men had succumbed to gunshot wounds to the head.
Solomon and White had mysteriously disappeared, raising concerns after they stopped communicating with their families for an unusually prolonged duration. Their last known locations prior to their disappearance included towns like Burlington, Lowell, Morrisville, and Stowe. The duo was last reported missing on October 15.
Vermont State Police emphasized the importance of public assistance, encouraging citizens to share any potential leads or insights. As the search intensifies, Maj. Dan Trudeau, who helms the Vermont State Police’s criminal division, highlighted that several suspects and persons of interest are currently under consideration.
The sudden disappearance of these young men, especially under such suspicious circumstances, underscores a growing concern for safety in certain rural communities. As investigations progress, many hope that light will be shed on this tragic incident, providing closure to the affected families and communities.