On December 9, 2006, Heather Radcliff, 28, and her 6-year-old daughter Kira were found dead at their home at 1715 NW 32nd Place in Gainesville after firefighters responded to a house fire about 6:30 a.m. Both victims had died before the blaze: investigators say Heather had been shot and Kira had been strangled. Evidence indicates the fire was deliberately set to cover up the murders.

The family dog was found locked in a separate room, a detail noted as consistent with Heather’s usual caution about protecting the pet during emergencies. No arrests have been announced and the Gainesville Police Department continues to investigate.

If anyone has information that might help resolve the case, please contact the authorities.