Investigators scouring sewers below Philly house of horrors for possible traces of DNA, dangerous chemicals

Investigators are scouring the sewers beneath a decrepit Philadelphia house of horrors linked to at least two missing women for possible evidence of DNA and chemicals used to dissolve bodies, according to sources.The underground search comes as the FBI and local police are probing felon Eugene Horsch’s alleged connection to the two missing women after discovering a stockpile of dangerous chemicals, firearms, and drugs inside his dilapidated three-story Olney home.Among the twisted items found in the residence, cops uncovered a “strange setup” involving at least one 55-gallon drum connected to a water line, according to Frank Vanore, the Philadelphia Police Deputy Commissioner of Investigations.The bizarre rig prompted investigators to bring in the local water department to help search the sewers below the Chew Avenue home on Monday for more clues about what Horsch was using the equipment for, sources said.Crews have begun searching for possible traces of DNA, chemicals used to dissolve bodies, or evidence of a drug lab, sources added.Investigators also discovered a chilling, handwritten note referencing “a drum set up” and a threat, according to the Philadelphia Inquirer.“Acting on emotion is where problems occur.What I don’t think I told you was that the first time it was planned ahead of time.

The threat was made before you know who came over, and I already had a 2ft zip tie in my pocket and a drum set up,” the letter obtained by the publication stated.“I had been ready and waiting, and I damn sure showed no hesitation.And it was fun,” the note continued.Vanore told reporters at a press conference on Monday that the FBI evidence collection team and the Philadelphia Police Forensic Science Bureau collected the trove of hazardous chemicals from the home, along with other evidence, for examination.The materials have been brought to a laboratory for further testing, and the house has been deemed safe.“When it goes to DNA, things like that, it...