Law enforcement officials are renewing a call for help to identify the remains of an unidentified woman found near Rockwood 13 years ago.
“OPP investigators believe the circumstances surrounding this death are suspicious and consider foul play was involved,” police stated in an Aug. 27 press release.
On Aug. 28, 2005, the remains of a white female, approximately 25 to 45 years old, were found in a wooded location at a picnic/rest area on Highway 7 between Rockwood and Guelph.
Police say “the female had been dragged a short distance into the wooded area beside the picnic area approximately one month before being discovered.”
A Woods brand sleeping bag was placed over the deceased, who was approximately five feet, six inches tall, weighed about 130 pounds and had light brown hair.
The autopsy revealed that she had no recent injuries but had experienced a broken left cheek, nose and left eye socket some time in the past. The injuries had healed.
“As a result of these injuries, the deceased lost two upper teeth on the left front and wore a two-tooth, partial plate,” police stated.
“These injuries would have left her with a visible facial deformity.”
No personal jewelry or identification was found with the woman, who was wearing clothing purchased in the Montreal area.
“In spite of numerous tips from the public and extensive media coverage over the years, the identity of this woman – and her killer – remains unknown,” said OPP Detective Inspector Randy Gaynor.
“We are confident family members, friends, former colleagues or someone with knowledge of her past injuries can come forward to assist with this complex investigation.”
Photos of the scene and information that may help identify the woman are available at canadasmissing.ca (case reference: 2005000299).
Anyone with information is asked to contact the OPP or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).
