The Doe Network:
Case File 447UFPA
IDENTIFIED....IDENTIFIED

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Please Note: There are no pictures of the victim, and it is unknown if this reconstruction is accurate

Unidentified White Female

  • The victim was discovered on August 22, 1968 at State Route 82, Morgantown, Berks County, Pennsylvania.
  • Estimated Date of Death: August 14, 1968
  • Cause of Death: Multiple gunshot wounds. 5 shots to the chest and abdomen, one to the left temple.
  • Extensive facial decomposition


Vital Statistics

  • Estimated age: Initial estimate was that she was 15-20 years old, however, when doctors examined calcium formations in the bone joints, it was decided that she may have been as old as 30.
  • Approximate Height and Weight: 5'3"; 125 - 130 lbs.
  • Distinguishing Characteristics: Brown hair with reddish tint; unknown eyecolor. No scars or tattoos.
  • Clothing: Black Nehru-type blouse with zipper down the back, black bra - 36B, nylon stockings, white girdle, Nico brand white sandals made in Italy, size M8. No slacks or skirt found.
  • Jewelry: Bronze, four-way, religious medal on a heavy, endless chain. The medal depicted the crucifix on the front. On the back was the inscription: "I am a Catholic. In case of emergency, call me a priest". She was also wearing a sterling identification-type bracelet with a flexible band on her left wrist. There was no inscription on the ID bracelet.
  • Dentals: Available. There are amalgam fillings present.
  • Fingerprints: Available
  • DNA: Not available


Case History
The victim was located at State Route 82, Morgantown, Berks County, near the Chester/Berks county line on August 22, 1968.
She died of multiple gunshot wounds. 22-caliber short bullets were removed from the body.
Authorities believe this case may be related to 485UFPA.
The photographs below were found in August 1969, in an abandoned hangar, which police believe was used as a hangout for area motorcycle gangs. The girls in the photos have never been identified. Police have information indicating that these photos could be instrumental in identifying the two victims.

bracelet medallion shoes
photos girl 1 girl 2
Top Row: Sterling identification bracelet; bronze medal with inscription; white sandals
Bottom Row: Photographs found in an abandoned hangar.


Investigators
If you have any information about this case please contact:
Pennsylvania State Police
610-378-4035

You may remain anonymous when submitting information.

Agency Case Number:
L01-0026607

NCIC Number:
U294925792

Please refer to this number when contacting any agency with information regarding this case.

Source Information:
Pennsylvania State Police
Pennsylvania Missing


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