Investigators hoping hat found on skeletal remains assists in identification process

SOUTHPORT, FL – Investigators are hoping the release of photos of clothes found on the skeletal remains of a woman found in a wooded lot on Highway 77 will help them identify the body.

The Bay County Sheriff’s Office released photos today of an article of clothing discovered with the skeletal remains of a woman found January 17 on wooded property in the 8000 block of Hwy. 77, in Southport. The remains are believed to be of a female, middle-aged or older.

A red or maroon-colored knit cap was found with the remains and investigators believe it was worn by the woman. The photo is of the actual knit cap found with the remains.

Anyone with any information on the identity of the woman is asked to contact Cpl. Brent Roberts at 850-248-2319 at the Bay County Sheriff’s Office.

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