Two young girls found dead in suitcases in Cleveland were half-sisters, coroner says
Two young Black girls discovered dead in buried suitcases in Cleveland have been identified as half-sisters by the medical examiner's office.
Two young Black girls found dead inside suitcases buried in shallow graves in Cleveland were half-sisters, according to the Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner's Office.
The discovery was made by a dog walker near Ginn Academy on the east side of Cleveland. The bodies were found concealed in suitcases and buried in shallow graves, according to police reports.
Cleveland Police Chief Dorothy Todd said the bodies had been there for "some time," though authorities have not released specific details about how long the remains were buried or the cause of death.
The girls remain unidentified, and police have not announced any arrests in connection with the case. The medical examiner's office revealed the family relationship between the victims on Wednesday.
Investigators continue to work on identifying the victims and determining the circumstances surrounding their deaths. The case remains under active investigation by Cleveland police.