A neighbor of an Oregon nurse who was found dead just days after her wedding has been arraigned on charges of second-degree murder, kidnapping, and abuse of a corpse. The 27-year-old suspect was formally informed of the charges in court in connection with the death of the 32-year-old nurse.
Authorities entered the nurse's name as a missing person in national law enforcement databases after she missed her nursing shift and was not found during a welfare check at her apartment in Beaverton, Oregon.
The suspect appeared in court, where his attempt to plead not guilty was denied by the judge due to court rules that do not allow felony pleas before indictment by a grand jury.
The Beaverton Police Department announced the arrest of the suspect in connection with the nurse's death. The nurse, who had recently married, was reported missing after failing to show up for work at a local hospital.
The investigation led to the discovery of the nurse's remains, and the suspect remains in custody as the investigation continues. A vigil was planned by the Oregon Nurses Association to honor the nurse's memory.
The tragic loss of the nurse has deeply impacted her family, friends, colleagues, and community. The labor union expressed condolences and offered support to all those affected by the devastating loss.
