
Sketch of Victim by David R. Wood
Unidentified White Female
Vital Statistics

Ring worn by victim
Case History
The victim was found floating off of Popes Island Marina in New Bedford, MA.
Her body was found wrapped in two green garbage bags and a white and teal wool blanket, the kind common to fishing boats. She was found by a maintenance worker at the Popes Island Marina.
She was found at the marina within 24 hours of being dumped in the water and within 48 hours of being killed.
Investigators believe the body might have been dumped in the water elsewhere, and that the current eventually pushed it to the dock.
Copies of the woman's fingerprints was sent to the FBI and Interpol.
She probably never had children. And there is no evidence of drug use.
There was no sign of sexual assault.
Investigators think things like the Russian ring, the unshaved legs, the poor dental work point to an immigrant from eastern Europe. The fact that checks of visas and immigration records of fingerprints and photos have turned up empty could mean an illegal immigrant.
Investigators Agency Case Number: 96-20704
Source Information: Massachusetts State Police
If you have any information concerning this case, please contact:
Trooper Ann Marie Robertson
Massachusetts State Police Detective Unit
Bristol County District Attorney's Office
508-993-2016
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New Bedford Police
508-991-6320
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