Mary Covington

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

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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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