by The case of Indiana serial killer Herb Baumeister continues to reveal haunting truths decades after his crimes.
Hamilton County Coroner Jeff Jellison says the investigation into human remains found at Fox Hollow Farm remains active and complex — with several tragedies still awaiting resolution.
What Happened
In the 1990s, police discovered thousands of human bones and fragments at Fox Hollow Farm in Westfield, Indiana.
Herb Baumeister, the property’s owner, was suspected of killing and burying up to 25 people.
He died by suicide in Canada in 1996, shortly after the remains were discovered.
Key Details
The Hamilton County Coroner’s Office confirmed that 10 victims have been identified so far.
Roughly 10,000 bone fragments have been recovered, believed to belong to at least 25 individuals.
Three additional unidentified DNA profiles are still under analysis.
The latest identified victim is Daniel Thomas Halloran.
Other identified victims include Jeffrey Jones (reported missing in 1993) and Allen Livingston, whose remains were confirmed in 2023.
Many of the remains were found burned and crushed, complicating forensic analysis.
Reactions or Statements
Coroner Jeff Jellison emphasized that “each person is a tragedy, not a statistic.”
“We must treat each of these people separately,” he said in an interview with Fox News Digital.
Victim Allen Livingston’s sister, Shannon Doughty, expressed mixed emotions upon confirmation:
“You wanted to know but did not want to know. But you had to know,” she said.
Investigation or What’s Next
Jellison stated the investigation will likely continue for years and may outlast his term in office.
He reaffirmed the dedication of the forensic and law enforcement teams working on the case.
Relatives of missing persons are urged to provide DNA reference samples to assist in victim identification.
Anyone with information or DNA samples can contact:
- Indiana State Police Missing Persons Hotline: 833-466-2653
- Hamilton County Coroner’s Office: 317-770-4415
FAQs
Who was Herb Baumeister?
He was a businessman who ran thrift stores and led a secret double life, believed to have murdered up to 25 men in the 1990s.
Where were the remains found?
On his estate at Fox Hollow Farm in Westfield, Indiana.
How were victims identified?
Through DNA testing and forensic analysis of recovered bones and fragments.
Is the case still open?
Yes. Authorities continue working to identify all victims.
What can families of missing persons do?
They are encouraged to submit family DNA samples to assist in the investigation.
Summary / Final Takeaway
Nearly 30 years after the horrific discoveries at Fox Hollow Farm, Indiana officials are still working to honor and identify the victims of serial killer Herb Baumeister.
With only 10 confirmed identifications so far, many families continue to await closure in one of the state’s most disturbing criminal cases.
