Tammy Lowe, 1987 Jane Doe, identified through DNA in Toledo

Tammy Lowe, an 18-year-old from Taylor, Michigan, has been identified as a murder victim whose remains were discovered in Toledo, Ohio, in 1987. The identification was made possible through advanced DNA testing and genetic genealogy, funded by The Porchlight Project, after previous attempts failed. Her remains were found wrapped in cloth and burned behind an auto repair shop on June 16, 1987. The Toledo Police Department collaborated with various agencies, including Othram, to trace relatives in Michigan, ultimately confirming Lowe's identity on March 20, 2025. Although the investigation into her death remains unclear, law enforcement expressed gratitude for the assistance in resolving this long-standing cold case. The Porchlight Project continues to support cold case identifications in Ohio.