Princess Doe Case Details

What is known about Princess Doe: Discovery date of the body: Thursday, July 15th, 1982 ~ 8:00am The body of Princess Doe was discovered by local cemetery maintenance workers on the southeast corner of the cemetery, just over the steep bank that leads down to the creek below. The cemetery has been modified and expanded over the years so the exact location is difficult to pin point. We have used a photo comparison from 1982 and present day to come up with an excellent idea of where the body was found. There is an aerial image on the maps page that provides a good level of detail for where the body was found as well as where Princess Doe's grave is located. Location: The Cedar Ridge Cemetery in Blairstown, New Jersey (Warren County), USA State Route 94 - Across from the old A&P Shopping Plaza. This is the largest cemetery in the Blairstown area and relatively full at this point. Cause of Death: Blunt force trauma to the head. The actual weapon was not found or determined. Approximate Age: 14-18 years - This is not exact due to the amount of time the body was exposed and the climate in the area during that time. Approximate Weight: 110 pounds (50kg) Approximate Height: 5' 2" (157cm) Hair Color: Medium Brown - Shoulder Length Race: Caucasion/Non-Hispanic Eye Color: Unknown DNA: Entered in CODIS and available for comparison Finger Prints: Available for comparison Dentals: Available for comparison Both ears were pierced, the left ear twice The victim was found, partially clothed in a simple "peasant" skirt and a red short sleeved shirt with yellow piping. Pictures of the clothing can be viewed on the pictures page. The victim was found without any footwear or undergarments. The victim was found with red nail polish on the right hand only. No known surgical scars, birth marks or tattoos. Scars or marks on the head/face area would not be known due to the condition of the body. The front two teeth are darker than the other teeth. Dental records are available for comparison. A brief dental overview is provided on the dental info page. The victim's appendix and tonsils were intact The victim was not pregnant and had never given birth. No conclusive evidence of sexual assault was found but once again, this was difficult to determine because of the exposure of the body. Toxicology did not reveal any traces of drugs but is not 100% conclusive because of the time lapse between the death and discovery of the body It is believed that the body was discovered after 1-3 weeks of exposure - this was difficult to determine because of the hot/humid weather in the area at the time. A weather page has been added to provide the details that are known about June and July of 1982. National Center for Missing and Exploited Children Case Number: NCMU400028 NCIC Case Number: U-630870962 NamUs Case Number: 1513 Doe Network Case Number: 36UFNJ Porchlight for the Missing Case Number: NJF820715