0 The Unsolved Tragedy of Flora: The Arson That Claimed Four Young Sisters
- Unsolved Murders
- by CSC Blog
- 03/05/2025
Introduction
In the early hours of November 21, 2016, a devastating fire engulfed a modest duplex in Flora, Indiana, tragically claiming the lives of four young sisters: Keyana Davis (11), Keyara Phillips (9), Kerriele McDonald (7), and Kionnie Welch (5). Despite the passage of over eight years, the case remains unsolved, leaving a community in mourning and a mother in relentless pursuit of justice.
A Family's Fresh Start in Flora
Seeking a new beginning, Gaylin Rose moved with her daughters to Flora in the summer of 2016. The family settled into a two-story duplex at the intersection of East Columbia and South Division Streets. The girls quickly adapted to their new environment, enrolling in local schools and joining the cheerleading squad. Rose secured employment at a nearby gas station, and the family seemed poised for a bright future. ...Read More