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Fugitive killed in Ohio shootout is responsible for 1981 slaying of woman, 18, authorities say

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James Vanest , 68 , was killed in a shootout with authorities in Ohio last month .

New DNA evidence established proof "beyond a reasonable doubt" that he was responsible for the 1981 murder of Debra Miller , 18 .

Vanest was questioned at the time of the killing but never considered a suspect, Mansfield police say.

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