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Body of Woman Found in Indiana Basement in 1992 identified
A woman whose body was discovered in a basement in Indiana back in 1992 has finally been identified after decades of being referred to as Mary Jane Doe. The woman has been identified as Tabetha Ann Murlin through DNA testing, according to officials at a recent news conference.
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Discovery of the Body
The tragic incident occurred on May 15, 1992, when a construction worker stumbled upon Murlin’s decomposed body wrapped in a blanket in a Fort Wayne basement. The discovery shocked the community as the young woman, who was around 23 years old and 26 weeks pregnant at the time of her death, had remained unidentified for years.
Exhumation and DNA Testing
Despite an autopsy being carried out at the time of her discovery, no cause or manner of death could be determined, leaving investigators with little to go on. In a bid to unravel the mystery, Murlin’s body was exhumed in 2017, and DNA testing was conducted.
Breakthrough in the Case
In a recent breakthrough, IGGnite DNA co-founder Lisa Needler managed to trace several of Murlin’s biological family members, including her father, mother, and two aunts. One of the aunts even had a marriage license for Murlin and her husband, Jerry Murlin, shedding more light on the young woman’s life.
Family Statements
Murlin’s father, Robert Bowers, revealed that he last saw his daughter in 1988 as she left for Tennessee with her boyfriend. Meanwhile, Jerry Murlin, the husband, stated that he had last seen Tabetha in 1989 when the two separated and he moved in with his parents.
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Appeal for Information
Authorities are urging anyone with information about Murlin’s disappearance to come forward and help bring closure to this long-standing mystery. Those with relevant details are encouraged to contact the Fort Wayne Police Department Detective Bureau or Crime Stoppers.
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