Woman found dead in Detroit River 11 years ago remains unidentified

Officials believe she had only been in water for several hours

2011 Trenton Jane Doe. (NamUs)

TRENTON, Mich. – Officials still have not identified a woman found dead in the Detroit River 11 years ago.

It is believed that she had only been dead for several hours when her body was found.

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She was naked, found floating in the river in the Trenton area.

Her earlobes were pierced once each, but she was not wearing any jewelry.

She had a burn scar on her upper left arm in the shape of a “Y.”

DetailsJane Doe
Age20-37
Weight168 lbs
HairBlack
EyesBrown

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Trenton Police Department at 734-676-3737.


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