Vital Statistics at Time of Disappearance
Missing Since: June 1, 1961 from Johnstown, New York Classification: Endangered Missing Date of Birth: May 30, 1901 Age: 60 years old Height and Weight: 5'0 - 5'6, 120 - 160 pounds Distinguishing Characteristics: Caucasian female. Brown hair.
Details of Disappearance
Foss was last seen in Johnstown, New York on June 1, 1961. She was driving a green 1962 Ford sedan with New Hampshire license plates at the time; a photo of the car is posted below this case summary. Authorities believe Foss was shot to death in a leather goods/wool manufacturing shop during an altercation with her ex-boyfriend's wife. Her body was reportedly dumped in an inactive mica mine in New Hampshire. It has never been recovered.Springfield, Massachusetts police are investigating Foss's case.
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Above: Green Ford sedan
Investigating Agency
Source Information
Updated 2 times since October 12, 2004.
Last updated April 12, 2011; two pictures added.
If you have any information concerning this case, please contact:
Springfield Police Department
413-575-1264
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