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A man found dead in Florida in 1995 had a headstone hundreds of miles away. DNA solved the mystery

James “Jimmy” Carter
James “Jimmy” Carter
James “Jimmy” Carter
Senior Reporter · Midland, TX

A veteran journalist, Jimmy Carter has spent over a decade covering local stories that resonate with the Midland community. He holds a degree from the University of Texas at Austin and previously reported for KPBE, an NPR affiliate. His work often explores the intersections of culture and community engagement.

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Senior Reporter · Friday, October 30, 2026 at 11:39 AM · 1 min read
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A man found dead in Florida in 1995 had a headstone hundreds of miles away. DNA solved the mystery — Odessa Community news

Christopher “Charlie” Mammana disappeared after moving to Florida in the early 1990s. His remains were discovered in 1995.

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