NM NM - Albuquerque, WhtFem 35-40, UP10290, In a Culvert, cardigan sweater, bra, Oct'97

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1495UFNM

Sex: Female
Race/Ethnicity: White/Caucasian
Estimated Age Range: 35-40
Body Found: October 14, 1997
Estimated Date of Death: Months prior
Location: Albuquerque, NM
County: Bernalillo County
Clothing Description: Sleeveless cardigan type sweater, orange-brown, possibly black, tan, non-underwire bra, small cup size, fabric and lace.

City workers had been cleaning out a culvert, when they came across the remains that had been caught in the metal grate. Some clothing was with the remains.

The National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs)
1495UFNM
 
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Possible match: Debra Marie Horgan.
The National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs)
Although there is limited information available for both Debra and the unidentified subject of this thread, the similarities are notable. Consistent age, sex, ethnicity, location, and approximate timeline. Debra was last seen 29 April 1997. Remains were found in the same county 14 October 1997, with the estimate of death being months prior. I do not know what Debra was wearing when she went missing. I have not seen this possible match ruled out.
 
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I am not able to see the list of individuals who have been ruled out as I'm not an American and thus can't make an account. I have, however, been informed by someone who can see that information that Debra Marie Horgan has been ruled out as a possibility.
 
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I am not able to see the list of individuals who have been ruled out as I'm not an American and thus can't make an account. I have, however, been informed by someone who can see that information that Debra Marie Horgan has been ruled out as a possibility.
Here you go. Welcome to WS!
The National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs)
No photos.
Exclusions
MP8332 Debra Horgan 04/29/1997 Bernalillo NM
MP658 Ann Riffin 09/13/1982 Mora NM
 
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Identifiers
Dentals: Available.
Fingerprints: Not available.
DNA: Unknown.

Investigating Agency(s)
Agency Name: New Mexico Office of the Medical Investigator
Agency Contact Person: Wendy Honeyfield
Agency Phone Number: 505-272-3053
Agency E-Mail: N/A
Agency Case Number: 1997-4395

Agency Name: Albuquerque Police Department
Agency Contact Person: Det. Heather Chavez
Agency Phone Number: 505-768-2020
Agency E-Mail: N/A
Agency Case Number: Unknown

NCIC Case Number: Unknown
NamUs Case Number: 10290

Information Source(s)
NamUs

Admin Notes
Added: 6/21/19; Last Updated: 6/21/19
 
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The National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs)
Original

3 Exclusions
MP8332 Debra Horgan 04/29/1997 Bernalillo NM
MP658 Ann Riffin 09/13/1982 Mora NM
MP9841 Susan Walsh 07/16/1996 Essex NJ
 
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NAMUS map pins don't seem to match the location where remains are found. You won't find a "culvert" in the area indicated.

Really good restaurants, a couple historic theaters, Maisel's Indian Trading Post, sure, and that map pin is on Route 66! Culvert, nope.

My family lives in New Mexico, I'd like to know more about where these remains were found.

jmhonesto ymmv lrr
 
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Bumping case up. I hope she will be identified in the near future.
 
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Possible match: Debra Marie Horgan.
The National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs)
Although there is limited information available for both Debra and the unidentified subject of this thread, the similarities are notable. Consistent age, sex, ethnicity, location, and approximate timeline. Debra was last seen 29 April 1997. Remains were found in the same county 14 October 1997, with the estimate of death being months prior. I do not know what Debra was wearing when she went missing. I have not seen this possible match ruled out.
i wish we knew where this body was located in relation to the areas Debra had been.
 
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Bumping case up for 2024. She remains unidentified. It is hopeful that she has some exclusions.
 
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