Otay Jane Doe was a teenager or young adult whose burned body was found on February 14, 1978 in Otay, California. The victim had been poisoned and tortured throughout a period of time.
Case[]
Jane Doe's remains were discovered in the rural area of Otay, California by a jogger. Her body was dumped near a pavement, and her remains had been burned after her death. However, most of the damage from the burning was located to her torso, while her face was undamaged. Examiners noted facial injuries suggesting she was abused long term. There was bruising to the left cheek and her left eye was swollen shut. A dangerous amount of Meperidine was found in her system, which may have been her cause of death.
Characteristics[]
- Brown shoulder-length hair, tied in a ponytail with an elastic band.
- Possible brown eyes.
- Her ears were pierced and her right ear was malformed and smaller than the left.
- Extensive dental work, including a root canal.
Clothing[]
- Denim overalls.
- White halter top with a blue flower motif.
Gallery[]
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