Pregnant Woman Found Dead: Mother, Stepfather Arrested, Baby Still Missing
Authorities have launched an investigation following the tragic discovery of Rebecca Park’s body in Michigan’s Manistee National Forest. The 22-year-old woman was reported missing while she was 38 weeks pregnant.
Details of the Case
Park was last seen on November 3 at her mother’s home in Boon Township. Just days later, on an unspecified date, her body was found. An autopsy revealed that she was no longer pregnant at the time of her death.
Arrests Made
Following the discovery, several arrests were made. Rebecca Park’s mother, Cortney Bartholomew, 40, was arrested on Sunday night. Her stepfather, Bradly Bartholomew, 47, was taken into custody the following day. Both have been booked into the Wexford County Jail and are scheduled for arraignment.
- Cortney Bartholomew, 40 – arrested on Sunday
- Bradly Bartholomew, 47 – arrested on Monday
Additionally, Rebecca Park’s fiancé, 43-year-old Richard Falor, and her sister, 21-year-old Kimberly Park, were arrested last week. Falor faces charges of delivering methamphetamine, while Kimberly Park is charged with tampering with evidence and providing false information to police.
- Richard Falor – charged with two counts of delivering methamphetamine
- Kimberly Park – bail set at $750,000
Investigation Ongoing
The Wexford County Sheriff’s Office is collaborating with Michigan State Police and the FBI to locate Rebecca Park’s baby. Sheriff Trent Taylor has stated that determining the condition and potential whereabouts of the infant is a top priority.
As the investigation unfolds, the community remains in shock over the circumstances surrounding Rebecca Park’s death. The authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward.
