Charges Filed in Death of Missing Montana Teen Found Five Years Ago
A man has been charged in connection with the death of Selena Not Afraid, a Montana teen who went missing in 2020 and was later found dead
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Hardin: It’s been a long road for the family of Selena Not Afraid. Five years ago, she went missing after a New Year’s celebration. Her body was found weeks later, and authorities initially ruled out foul play.
Selena was just 16 when she disappeared. She had been traveling home with friends when their van broke down. It was freezing outside, and she wasn’t dressed for the cold. Witnesses said she walked off, but her family didn’t believe that.
After a massive search, her body was discovered less than a mile from where she was last seen. The autopsy showed she died from hypothermia, but her family always felt something was off.
Selena’s aunt, Cheryl Horn, was a driving force in the search. She used social media to rally support and raise awareness about the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women crisis. Even after Selena was found, Horn kept fighting for justice.
Fast forward to December 31, 2024, and there’s finally some movement. Robert Alvin Morning-Bromley III has been charged with two counts of criminal endangerment related to Selena’s death. Prosecutors say he left her and another woman at the rest stop, knowing they were intoxicated and unprepared for the cold.
Horn expressed relief at the charges, saying it’s a step toward closure for her family. But she wants to see this go to trial. She’s eager to hear the full story and hold Morning-Bromley accountable for his actions.
Selena’s family has faced unimaginable loss. Before her death, they lost two sisters and a brother to tragic circumstances. The pain has been heavy, but they’ve never given up hope for justice.
Morning-Bromley’s actions may not have been intentional, but Horn believes he should still face consequences. She’s determined to keep fighting, not just for Selena, but for all Indigenous women who have gone missing.
Selena’s case has shone a light on the larger issue of missing Indigenous persons in Montana. Indigenous people make up a small percentage of the population but represent a significant portion of missing persons cases. Horn hopes that by sharing Selena’s story, more resources will be directed to help families in similar situations.
As the family prepares for the next steps in the legal process, they remain hopeful. They want justice for Selena and to ensure that her story inspires others to keep fighting for their loved ones.