Description:
On November 29, 1972, the skeletal remains of a young female were found in York County, Virginia. These remains were discovered in a wooded area near Waller Mill Road. Found alongside her were coins dating back to 1967 or earlier, which led investigators to believe that she could have died any time between 1967 and 1972.
She was determined to be African American and 17-25 years old at the time of her death. It was also estimated that she was between 5’1” and 5’6” tall.
NamUs ID:
UP9380
Date Body Found:
November 29, 1972
Race:
Black/African American
Sex:
Female
Estimated Age:
17-25
Estimated PMI:
Up to 5 years
Agency of Jurisdiction:
Virginia Office of the Chief Medical Examiner
Lara Newell
804-786-3174
lara.newell@vdh.virginia.gov
York-Poquoson Sheriff’s Office
Sgt. Jason Stump
757-890-3664
stump@yorkcounty.gov
More Information:
https://www.namus.gov/UnidentifiedPersons/Case#/9380/details?nav
https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/medical-examiner/looking-for-a-missing-person/
https://unidentified-awareness.fandom.com/wiki/York_County_Jane_Doe_(1972)
Status:
Active
Image Credit:
FBI
Last Updated: August 7, 2026
