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Oct 17, 2026 at 11:20 AM ET
Lake County Detectives Renew Appeal in 2017 Death
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Lake County sheriff’s detectives are renewing their appeal for public assistance in the investigation of Essence Owens’ 2017 death. The 23-year-old Orlando woman was last seen in Orlando on Aug. 6, 2017; her body was found behind a vacant home nearly two weeks later.
WHO: Lake County sheriff’s detectives and Essence Owens
WHAT: Detectives renewed their call for public assistance in investigating Owens’ death.
WHEN: Reported Oct 17, 2026 at 10:48 AM ET
WHERE: Lake County, Florida
WHY: Detectives are seeking public assistance as they investigate Owens’ death.
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