Woman found murdered in NH finally identified after 50 years

CONCORD, N.H. (WCAX) – DNA testing has lastly led investigators to the id of a girl discovered murdered in New Hampshire in 1971. Now, they’re asking the general public for assist monitoring down her killer.

Police say the lady discovered useless in a wooded space on the finish of a street in Bedford, New Hampshire, on Oct. 6, 1971, was Katherine Alston, 26, of Boston, Massachusetts.

On the time, investigators mentioned the lady had been useless for about one to a few months earlier than she was discovered. She had no identification. The reason for her demise was by no means decided however the method of her demise was murder.

Her id remained unknown for greater than 50 years. Investigators say forensic testing and help from genetic genealogists on the DNA Doe Challenge between 2020 and 2022 lastly helped them positively establish the lady as Alston. They are saying a member of Alston’s household had used a shopper DNA check which helped them discover the match.

Investigators say Alston’s household was transferring from Massachusetts to Texas in 1971 and he or she was supposed to satisfy them at Logan Airport for the flight to Texas however she by no means confirmed up. Her household by no means heard from her once more.

Now, the New Hampshire Chilly Case Unit is asking the general public for assist figuring out the one that murdered Alston. They are saying Alston was divorced when she disappeared and he or she was by no means reported lacking. She reportedly lived at 35 Beacon Road in Boston and had a roommate named David Cormier when she vanished. Click on right here for extra particulars.

Anybody with info is requested to contact investigators on the New Hampshire Chilly Case Unit by telephone at 603-271-2663, e-mail, or the net tip type.

“Right now’s announcement by our Chilly Case Unit is essential and I’m happy with their troublesome and really diligent work. It demonstrates our unwavering dedication to the pursuit of justice for Ms. Alston, her household, and for all New Hampshire crime victims,” New Hampshire Lawyer Normal John Formella mentioned in an announcement. “We’re decided to remain on this case and can work tirelessly with our legislation enforcement companions to observe any leads which will assist us decide who may be liable for Ms. Alston’s demise.”

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