The Mystery of Parrott’s Ferry Jane Doe Solved | San Francisco News

After 10 years of mystery, the remains found under Parrott’s Ferry Bridge have been identified as Anita Kathleen Ranker, born February 18, 1969. Discovered in October 2015 during a drought, the case went cold until 2021 when the Calaveras County Cold Case Task Force revived it. Thanks to breakthrough DNA extraction by Astrea Forensics and family DNA matches, her identity was confirmed. Authorities now seek to uncover the truth behind her death — and find those responsible — as technology and persistence finally bring closure to a decades-old tragedy. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://www.sfgate.com/bayarea/article/anita-ranker-calif-remains-identified-22431185.php More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/122ea1d45e0d9b45 Report issues to [email protected].