Jean Shrader

Murdered

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Case Description
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Jean Shrader, 26 years old, was murdered on October 22, 1981, in Columbus, Ohio. Her body was discovered in a stairwell on the fifth floor of a downtown parking garage. An eyewitness reported seeing a man drag a woman's body from a car into the stairwell that night, but by the time the police arrived, the perpetrator had fled the scene. The autopsy later revealed that Jean had been strangled, likely using a thin rope or wire, indicating a deliberate and violent act.

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    Victim Details

    Jean Shrader

    February 7, 2024

    Female

    Caucasian / White

    Columbus

    OH

    1981-10-22

    1981-10-22

    Jean Shrader

    Jean

    Shrader

    No

    10/28/2024


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    Forum Posts (3)
    Has anyone heard of any recent updates on the case?... ...Read More
    05/25/2024
    I was wondering if there has been any talk about organizing a memorial for Jean? I think it would be... ...Read More
    10/20/2023
    I had the privilege of knowing Jean, and I am absolutely heartbroken to hear of their tragic murder.... ...Read More
    05/23/2023