KANSAS CITY, Missouri (AP) — Missouri homicide and arson detectives are investigating the deaths of two South American researchers whose bodies were found in a weekend apartment fire near the Kansas City Biomedical Research Center where they worked. found.
Kansas City police identified the victims as Camila Berenson, 24, of Buenos Aires, Argentina, and Pablo Guzman Palma, 25, of Santiago, Chile.
The Stowers Institute for Medical Research said in a statement tweet On Tuesday, Berenson and Palma were both predoctoral researchers there.
“Our deepest sympathies go out to their families,” the tweet said. “During this difficult time, and above all, out of respect for both families, we honor and remember the joy these two men embody. , optimism and extraordinary work.” and everything they’ve accomplished. “
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Berenson and Parma were suffering what police described as “clear trauma” when firefighters responded and put out the blaze on Saturday. Both were pronounced dead at the scene.
Police released few details but said a reward of $25,000 would be offered for information leading to the arrest. They reached out to anyone with surveillance video on Tuesday for help.
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