Death of 23-year-old woman in Bucks County investigated as homicide; Hilltown remains probe
Key Questions
What is the status of the investigation into Maria Popol's death?
Telford Police are investigating the March 15 death of 23-year-old Maria Popol as a homicide. Her boyfriend is missing, a GoFundMe has raised about $10k, and a vigil was held; a DA tip line remains active.
What details emerged about the Hilltown remains discovery?
Decomposed remains were found in a Route 313 culvert in Hilltown on April 18, likely a suicide according to preliminary findings. The coroner is working to identify the individual.
Has there been a similar recent sentencing in Bucks County?
A Bucks County man was sentenced to life in prison for the deadly stabbing of his 19-year-old ex-girlfriend. This case highlights ongoing violent crime investigations in the area.
Telford PD probe into Mar15 Maria Popol homicide ongoing; BF missing, GoFundMe ~$10k, vigil; DA tip line active; new Hilltown decomposed remains in Rt313 culvert Apr18 (likely suicide, coroner ID'ing).