Nearly thirty years ago, countless human bones and fragments were discovered on the estate of alleged serial killer Herb Baumeister. This has resurfaced questions about the events that took place at Fox Hollow Farm. The Hamilton County Coroner, Jeff Jellison, is spearheading a renewed investigation and presents claims that a crucial figure is withholding information.
Jellison has communicated with Mark Goodyear, someone involved in the case, and expressed concerns about Goodyear’s honesty. He states, “In conversations with him, he hasn’t been truthful. For a constructive dialogue, he needs to be open and honest.”
The true crime documentary, “Return to Fox Hollow: New Victims, Darker Secrets,” explores possible untapped evidence, witnesses, and accomplices tied to the Baumeister case. Baumeister is suspected of murdering at least 25 men in Indiana.
“Mark Goodyear knows a lot about this case,” stated Coroner Jeff Jellison.
Goodyear, claiming to be the sole survivor of Baumeister’s attacks, has not been charged with any crime. He’s crucial to the investigation, yet he recently declined an opportunity to participate in a follow-up interview for the documentary, despite initially agreeing.
In the film, Jellison indicates another suspect may exist, different from Goodyear. He also highlights the daunting task of identifying over 9,000 bones and fragments remaining from Fox Hollow Farm. He questions whether Baumeister could have acted alone in committing these crimes.
The remains of victims were discovered on Baumeister’s estate before he was found dead in 1996 from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Bailey Hollow Farm, his 18-acre property where evidence was unearthed, raises questions about possible undiscovered accomplices.
The documentary examines Goodyear’s previous encounters with Baumeister and his cooperation in advancing the investigation.
Jellison remains committed to identifying the remains, acknowledging the difficulties this task poses due to the fragmented records and remains. Unlike the World Trade Center investigation, which relied on missing-person reports and records, Fox Hollow requires investigators to start from the remains and work backward.
Jellison encourages anyone who suspects a familial connection to these events to contact his office. After the documentary aired, his office was inundated with hundreds of leads.
He implores, “If you believe there’s a connection, reach out. I will guide you in the right direction.”