I was trying to find possible matches for Hot Case 1207;
http://www.doenetwork.org/cases/716ufca.html
Unidentified White Female
* The victim was discovered on January 29, 1994 in Pogonip Park, Santa Cruz County, California
* Estimated Date of Death: 1-6 months
* Cause of Death: Blunt force trauma to head.
Vital Statistics
* Estimated age: 12-18 years old
* Approximate Height and Weight: 5'0"-5'5''; 110-120 lbs.
* Distinguishing Characteristics: Brown hair, cut short (approx 2"). Left ear pierced twice, right ear once. Red painted fingernails.
* Tattoos:
Small tattoo, 1/4" in length, of a stylized, valentine type heart, done in outline in blue ink, on web of left hand.
* Clothing: Cotton, pullover sweater, with ribbed neck, cuffs and bottom, sized Large, 100% cotton, beige, horizontal, floral design (flowers in red and blue), Brand "LiaWear". Medium sized, black sweatpants with side pockets, "Gap Sport" brand.
* Dentals: Available. The decedent had regular dental care. The decedent's bite was nearly perfect, possibly as a result of orthodontics. The acrylic restorations reflect a high concern for appearance by her primary caretakers. Third molars were unerupted.
* Fingerprints: Available.
* DNA: Complete - mtDNA Profile available in FBI NMPDD.
Case History
The victim was found in Pogonip Park, a wooded area used by the homeless for camping. This is near UCSC. The victim may have been in Santa Barbara California area within three months prior to her death.
No clothing on body, clothing found down trail in the opposite direction from body.
Then I came across;
Case File 783DFCA
http://www.doenetwork.org/cases/783dfca.html
Melissa Ann Espinoza
Missing since December 2, 1993 from Rancho Cordova, Sacramento County, California.
Classification: Non Family Abduction
Vital Statistics
* Date Of Birth: September 23, 1981
* Age at Time of Disappearance: 12 years old
* Height and Weight at Time of Disappearance: 5'1; 125 lbs
* Distinguishing Characteristics: White/Hispanic female. Brown hair; brown eyes.
* Tattoos:
Espinoza has a homemade tattoo of a heart encircling the letter "M" near the thumb of one of her hands.
* Clothing: She was last seen wearing a black "Chicago Bulls " jacket, black pants and black low top Nike shoes.
* Dentals: Not available
* DNA: Available in CODIS
Circumstances of Disappearance
Espinoza was last seen in her hometown of Rancho Cordova, California on December 2, 1993. She was sitting on the hood of a car at 3 a.m. in an area known for drugs and shady deals. There are suspicious circumstances surrounding her disappearance. Foul play is suspected.
Any thoughts, or other possibilities? I found the similarities to Melissa Ann Espinoza particularly chilling. Though I know a few detail are off, everything else is remarkably close.