Two Missing Firefighters, Raegan Anderson and Chandler Kuhbander, Found Dead in Tennessee: Cause of Death Unknown

Hinesville, Georgia, USA United States of America
Anderson had a history of suicidal ideation and was arrested days before disappearance for disrupting date between Kuhbander and another woman.
Anderson was last seen getting into Kuhbander's car on June 24.
Both individuals were dedicated firefighters in Liberty County, Georgia.
Cause of death unknown, investigations led by Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and Cocke County Sheriff's Office.
Two firefighters, Raegan Anderson and Chandler Kuhbander, found dead in Tennessee on July 1, 2024.
Two Missing Firefighters, Raegan Anderson and Chandler Kuhbander, Found Dead in Tennessee: Cause of Death Unknown

Two firefighters, Raegan Anderson and Chandler Kuhbander, from Liberty County, Georgia, have been found dead in Tennessee. The bodies were discovered inside Anderson's vehicle along Hollow Road in Cosby on July 1, 2024. Both individuals had been missing since late June.

Anderson was last seen getting into Kuhbander's car on June 24, and her ex-boyfriend's family believes she may not have been with him willingly. According to reports, Anderson had a history of suicidal ideation and was arrested just days before the disappearance after disrupting a date between Kuhbander and another woman at Olive Garden.

The Hinesville Police Department announced the discovery on Facebook, expressing their deep condolences to both families. The cause of death for Anderson and Kuhbander is currently unknown, with investigations being led by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and Cocke County Sheriff's Office.

Anderson and Kuhbander had been in a long-term relationship since high school but had recently broken up. Their families described them as dedicated firefighters who were deeply committed to their community in Liberty County, Georgia.

The community is shocked by the tragic passing of these two young individuals, with many expressing their condolences and support for the families on social media.

A GoFundMe has been set up to help support Kuhbander's family during this difficult time.



Confidence

80%

Doubts
  • Anderson's ex-boyfriend's family believes she may not have been with Kuhbander willingly, but there is no evidence to support this claim.
  • The cause of death for Anderson and Kuhbander is currently unknown.

Sources

93%

  • Unique Points
    • Chandler Kuhbander and Raegan Anderson were found dead together on June 30, 2023
    • They had been missing since June 24, 2023
    • Kuhbander was last seen getting into Anderson’s car on June 24, 2023
    • Anderson is a firefighter
  • Accuracy
    No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
  • Deception (70%)
    The article reports on the discovery of two individuals, Chandler Kuhbander and Raegan Anderson, who were found dead together. The author reports statements made by the mother of Chandler Kuhbander that he may not have been with Raegan Anderson 'willingly'. However, there is no clear evidence provided in the article to support this claim. The author also reports that Raegan Anderson was arrested for disruping a date between Chandler and another woman, but this does not provide evidence of coercion or non-consensual relationship. The article also includes statements from the mother expressing her belief that Raegan is a 'great firefighter' and that they were not good for each other. These statements are editorializing and do not add any factual information to the article.
    • She is making bad decisions because of this. They are not a couple but he cares deeply for her.
    • The mother of a Georgia firefighter who went missing last week and was found dead in a car alongside his one-time girlfriend had sounded the alarm that her son was possibly in danger before the tragic discovery. In the days preceding the announcement that her son was dead, Jane Kuhbander wrote on her Facebook page that her son Chandler Kuhbander may have been 'coerced' by his former girlfriend Raegan Anderson and that 'he is believed to not be with her willingly.'
  • Fallacies (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Bias (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Author Conflicts Of Interest (0%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication

92%

  • Unique Points
    • Anderson had been contacting Kuhbander, threatening to commit suicide according to his mother.
    • On June 22, Anderson vandalized Kuhbander’s vehicle after a date with another woman. She was arrested by the Pooler Police Department following the incident.
  • Accuracy
    • Hinesville Police are searching for two missing Liberty County firefighters, Raegan Anderson and Chandler Kuhbander.
    • Chandler Kuhbander and Raegan Anderson were found dead together on June 30, 2023
    • They had recently broken up
  • Deception (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Fallacies (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Bias (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication

95%

  • Unique Points
    • Amanda Pilcher, an acquaintance of the Kuhbander family and former firefighter, expresses shock and sadness over their passing.
    • William Pilcher, also an acquaintance of the Kuhbander family and current firefighter, shares similar sentiments.
  • Accuracy
    • Two missing firefighters, Kuhbander and Anderson, were recovered by authorities in Tennessee.
    • ,
    • The Liberty County community is shocked by the firefighters’ deaths.
    • Employees at Rodeo Mexican restaurant describe the pair as regular customers who often came in together.
    • Anderson had a history of suicidal ideation and was arrested just days before his disappearance.
    • Mental health is a significant concern in high-stress, high-pace environments like the first responder community.
  • Deception (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Fallacies (95%)
    The author uses emotional language to describe the community's reaction to the tragic passing of the firefighters. This is an example of an appeal to emotion fallacy. The author also quotes several individuals expressing their shock and sadness over the situation, but these statements are not fallacious as they are simply reporting on people's reactions.
    • Everybody was shocked and devastated at what was happening.
    • My heart just shatters. I don’t know what to say. I have no words.
    • Very shocking. Very tragic. Definitely not the ending we were hoping for her or the family – how she’s been with both our kids,
    • I’m sure the restaurant will miss seeing him and her as well – coming in to order their favorite meals – which was like arroz con pollo and shrimp fajitas-which they always ordered.
  • Bias (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication

97%

  • Unique Points
    • Two Georgia firefighters, Raegan Anderson and Chandler Kuhbander, were found dead in Cocke County, Tennessee.
    • The bodies of the two firefighters were discovered inside a vehicle along Hollow Road in Cosby.
  • Accuracy
    No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
  • Deception (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Fallacies (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Bias (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Author Conflicts Of Interest (0%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication

98%

  • Unique Points
    • Georgia community mourning loss of firefighters Raegan Anderson and Chandler Kuhbander
    • Bodies of missing firefighters found in Tennessee
    • Hinesville Police Department announced discovery on Facebook
    • Anderson’s vehicle, a black 2017 Ford Focus, located with bodies
  • Accuracy
    • Last seen together in Savannah, Georgia on June 25
  • Deception (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Fallacies (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Bias (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication