Northport, Ala. (WDNews) — An Alabama woman who disappeared earlier this month was found dead more than a week later, according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency and Northport Police Department.
Investigators said 23-year-old Karen Deann Hollis was last seen shortly after midnight on May 8.
After several days of searching, Hollis was discovered on May 16 by relatives and friends assisting in the search efforts.
Authorities said investigators quickly detained a person of interest while executing several search warrants and reviewing evidence, witness accounts and electronic data tied to the case.
Randall Lendell Dejourney was later arrested and charged with abuse of a corpse related to Hollis’ death.
According to jail records, Dejourney remains in custody on a $15,000 cash bond.
Officials have not released additional details as the investigation continues.
