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Description:
On June 20, 1987, the decomposing remains of a woman were located in a remote area of Fremont County, Colorado. Authorities estimate she had been dead for about a year, and was 25-40 years old at the time of her death. They estimate she was 5’5” tall, and weighed 115 lbs. She wore blue jeans and a blue leather jacket, western boots, an emerald and diamond ring, and a cameo ring. Also found near the body was a safety pin with a key and a lapel pin from Lake Arrowhead, California.
NamUs ID:
UP16427
Date Body Found:
June 20, 1987
Race:
White/Caucasian
Sex:
Female
Estimated Age:
25-40
Estimated PMI:
1 year
Agency of Jurisdiction:
Colorado Bureau of Investigation
Audrey Simkins
303-239-5764
audrey.simkins@state.co.us
More Information:
apps.colorado.gov
crimesolverscentral.com
www.crimewatchers.net
Status:
Undergoing Testing
Last Updated: October 14, 2025
- Case ID
- UP16427
- Case Status
- Active - Currently Being Investigated
- Date Discovered
- Jun 20, 1987
- Location
- Canon City, Colorado
- Your Role
- Just an amateur sleuth
- Life Status
- Deceased
- Physical Description
- Authorities estimate she had been dead for about a year, and was 25-40 years old at the time of her death. They estimate she was 5’5” tall, and weighed 115 lbs. She wore blue jeans and a blue leather jacket, western boots, an emerald and diamond ring, and a cameo ring. Also found near the body was a safety pin with a key and a lapel pin from Lake Arrowhead, California.
