Investigation Reveals Identity of 1993 Baby Homicide

After 30 years, the remains of a newborn girl found dead on Interstate 10 in Gulfport, Mississippi, have been identified as Mary Josephine. She was discovered on December 21, 1993, and her death was ruled a homicide due to blood loss and exposure. Recent advancements in DNA technology allowed investigators to exhume her body in December 2023, leading to the identification of relatives and a potential mother. Tragically, this woman was found dead by suicide in her home shortly after authorities sought to contact her, along with a letter claiming her as Mary Josephine's mother. The case, once cold, underscores the challenges in resolving long-standing mysteries of unidentified victims. Othram Inc., a Texas-based DNA and genealogy company, played a crucial role in the identification process.