How Snapchat feature led investigators to tragic discovery and helped solve double murder case

Updated 15:53 1 Jun 2025 GMT+1 Published 15:52 1 Jun 2025 GMT+1 The use of ‘Snap Maps’ on Snapchat helped solve a double murder case A feature on the social media site Snapchat helped investigators solve a double murder case in Wisconsin. While concerns have been raised about tracking features on social media applications, the one available on Snapchat came to crucial use for those hoping to solve the gruesome crime. This long-winded case began on July 7, 2021, when 23-year-old Chandler Halderson reported his parents, Bart and Krista Halderson, had gone missing from the family home. The young adult claimed his parents headed to their family cabin for the 4th July celebrations, but never returned to their home in Windsor. Dane County Sheriff’s Detective Sabrina Sims told ABC News’ 20/20: “He mentioned they were maybe going to a casino. We learned that it’s out of character for them to go gambling, and that the Haldersons, especially Bart, were pretty frugal with money.” Snapchat helped solve the investigation (Dane County Sheriff’s Office) Suspicions quickly began to arise as investigators found the parents’ cars still at their home. While at the cabin, there was no sign of recent activity/use. Something wasn’t
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