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Boon Township, MI – A mother and stepfather have been arrested following the death of a pregnant woman in Northern Michigan. Rebecca Park, who was about 38 weeks pregnant, was reported missing on November 3 from her home near Cadillac.

Her body was discovered on November 25 along a hiking trail in the Manistee National Forest, but her baby has not been found. Bradly Bartholomew, 47, and Cortney Bartholomew, 40, face charges including murder, torture, and causing a miscarriage or stillbirth.

Both suspects reportedly planned and executed the alleged crime. Wexford County Prosecutor Johanna Carey detailed the case during a bond hearing, stating that the couple forced Park into the woods, stabbed her, and then cut her baby out, resulting in both deaths.

The police previously arrested Park’s fiancé and sister for unrelated charges. Richard Falor, 43, faces drug charges, while Kimberly Park, 21, is charged with tampering with evidence and lying to police.

Judges have set bonds for both Falor and Kimberly Park at $1 million and $750,000, respectively. During court proceedings, the judge moved to limit media coverage due to the case’s high profile, ensuring fairness for the defendants.

Friends and family have expressed devastation over Park’s death. Her adoptive mother stated that the family is heartbroken while they seek justice for Rebecca Park and her unborn child.

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