Just months after moving to Las Vegas in search of a fresh start with her boyfriend and 3-year-old son, Melonie White’s excitement quickly faded into silence. Her family grew increasingly concerned when days turned into weeks without a word from her. Then came a chilling discovery in the Nevada desert—what two unsuspecting hikers stumbled upon would confirm their worst fears.

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