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Lone Bear family still searching for answers in Olivia’s death

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MINOT, N.D. – It’s been about seven and a half months since the body of Olivia Lone Bear was recovered from Lake Sakakawea.

While the search for Olivia is long over, the search for answers regarding her death continues.

Matthew Lone Bear, Olivia’s brother, who has acted as a spokesperson for the family, says they were told her case was made a top priority, but they have not have received an update on the status of the investigation, including what caused Olivia’s death…

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