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Mary Covington
Status: HOMICIDE
City: Fairbanks
State: Alaska
County: Fairbanks North Star Borough
Date of birth: May 20, 1945
Date of death: October 30, 1977
Age: 32
Gender: Female
Race: Caucasian/White
Cause of death: Ligature Strangulation
Anniversary month: October
LEA: Alaska Bureau of Investigation
Case Description
Mary Covington, 32, disappeared from her home in suburban Fairbanks, AK on October 30, 1977. Her body was found off the Parks Highway, 17 miles southwest of Fairbanks on April 29, 1978. Alaska State Troopers said she had been strangled. Since 1978, Mary's family continues to advocate for her, while seeking justice in this over 40 year old case.
Anyone with information concerning Mary Covington's murder is asked to call the Alaska Bureau of Investigation - Cold Case Investigation Unit at (907) 261-5611. To remain anonymous and possibly be eligible for a reward, text AKTIPS to Crime Stoppers at 847411.
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