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Suspect leads Ohio police to remains believed to be missing Indiana teen, sheriff says

Authorities say Tyler Thomas, 39-year-old Ohio suspect, led police to the burial site in Perry County, where remains were recovered and sent to the Licking County Coroner's Office.
Investigators say Buzbee and Thomas met through online gaming, and court records state Thomas picked her up near Indianapolis and drove her to his Columbus residence.
Forensic searches at a Hocking Hills rental recovered evidence that may indicate the crime occurred, and police allege Thomas had sexual images and a video of the 17-year-old on his phone.
Facing specific charges, Thomas is being held on a $1.5 million bond and will be back in court Tuesday; he faces tampering with evidence and pandering sexually oriented matter involving a minor, prosecutors say.
With the remains recovered, authorities say the investigation remains active and that investigators are still searching locations linked to the case, including Thomas's home and a rental property.

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