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Cold case suspect allegedly confesses to 1987 murder

Gary Edward Glowacz, 70, charged in 1987 killing of Melissa Ellison after alleged confession with undisclosed scene details.
WHO: Gary Edward Glowacz (70); Melissa Ellison (victim)
WHAT: Alleged confession leading to charges in a 1987 homicide cold case
WHEN: Aug 15, 2026 at 8:27 AM ET
WHERE: Jacksonville, Florida
WHY: Glowacz allegedly contacted authorities and provided secret crime-scene details that supported the 1987 murder charge.

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