CONCORD, N.H. —

Victim-impact statements were read during a news conference held after the final Bear Brook victim was identified .

Statement from family of Pepper Reed and Rea Rasmussen:

"First and foremost, we want to express that Pepper is deeply loved and missed every single day. Though we did not have an opportunity to meet Rea, she is cherished just as much in our hearts. Our family kindly asks for privacy as we grieve. Lastly, to Chris Elphick, Justin Rowe, Amy Cerullo, Chris Knowles and the New Hampshire police departments, DNA Doe Project and the countless good-hearted people who have assisted in this investigation, we are forever grateful. Your relentless determination has brought our family together, and we cannot thank you all enough for keeping Rea close in your hearts wh

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