Identified...Identified...Identified
Facial approximations by the Parabon NanoLabs, based on DNA phenotyping.
Date of Discovery: February 23, 1970
Location of Discovery: Columbia County, Oregon
Estimated Date of Death: 1 year prior
State of Remains: Partial skeletal
Cause of Death: Unknown
Estimated Age: 17-25 years old
Race: Black
Sex: Female
Height: 5'3" to 5'7"
Weight: Unknown
Hair Color: Unknown, but a short, black afro-style wig was found with the remains. DNA phenotyping suggested her natural hair may have had the same coloration.
Eye Color: Unknown, possibly brown, according to DNA phenotyping.
Distinguishing Marks/Features: Unknown.
Dentals: Not Available.
Fingerprints: Not Available.
DNA: Available.
Clothing: Unknown.
Jewelry: Unknown.
Additional Personal Items: Unknown.
The female's skeletonized, partial remains were located in Columbia County, Oregon on February 23, 1970. Her skull was not recovered.
The original case file cannot be located. The case was later submitted to the Parabon NanoLabs in hopes to generate an approximate likeness, including features such as her eye/hair colors and complexion. It is hoped that genetic genealogy research also provided by the company could assist in her identification.
Agency Name: Oregon State Medical Examiner's Office
Agency Contact Person: Dr. Veronica Vance
Agency Phone Number: 971-673-8220
Agency Email: nici.vance(at)state.or.us
Agency Case Number: 70-223
NCIC Case Number: Unknown
NamUs Case Number: 9006
Added: 3/14/15; Last Updated: 3/17/2021
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** Listed information may be estimated.
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