Joyce Tanerillo

Murdered
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A woman is found murdered in her car
On August 26, 1974, Joyce Tanerillo was found dead in her car outside her residence in South Portland, Maine. She had been last seen alive earlier that morning by her ex-husband, with whom she had met for coffee. After leaving, she was observed picking up a hitchhiker and reportedly ran several red lights. Her ex-husband lost track of her at this point. Despite extensive investigation and an interview with a suspect, the case remains unsolved. Authorities continue to seek information to help clo ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Joyce Tanerillo

    September 13, 2022

    South Portland

    ME

    1974-08-26

    Joyce

    Tanerillo

    09/30/2024


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