Murder Investigation Continues 38 Years Later

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Sullivan County Authorities and Indiana State Police continue to investigate into the murder of 51-year-old Sarah Jeanette Benson of Farmersburg, 38 years later. On January 2nd of 1981, Benson returned home from a shopping trip in Terre Haute to be surprised by a home intruder. Sarah’s husband, Emory Benson was at work at the time of the incident. Neighbors described seeing a blue sedan parked in the driveway of the residence prior to Sarah Benson’s return. Officials described the suspect to be tall, thin, and in his 20’s. Officials say the likely murderer would now be in his 50’s. If you know of any information concerning the murder, you’re asked to contact Sullivan County Sheriff’s officials at 812-268-4308 or the Indiana State Police at 765-653-4114.