Peggy Shelton

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Case Description
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Who killed Peggy Shelton?
As of August 2022, 1972 Hernando County Jane Doe has been identified as Peggy Shelton. Her case is now being investigated as a homicide.

The victim was recovered in a wooded area off State Road 50, three miles west of I-75, in Hernando County, Florida on July 19, 1972.
She was located by an area resident, near Withlacoochee State Forest, under a bedspread.
The victim may have been seen alive a few days prior, as three individuals were witnessed in the area exiting a white 1961 or 19 ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Peggy Shelton

    March 14, 2024

    Female

    Caucasian / White

    Brooksville

    FL

    1972-07-19

    6043

    Peggy Shelton

    Peggy

    Shelton

    Brown

    Unknown

    5'0 to 5'1

    130 to 140 lbs.

    10/16/2024


    Area Body Found:
    Forum Posts (3)
    Is there a Facebook page for Peggy? I would love to connect with fellow fans and stay updated on any... ...Read More
    11/02/2023
    Does anyone know if there is any DNA evidence in the Peggy case? I am curious to know if it has been... ...Read More
    08/12/2023
    Does anyone know if there are any YouTube videos discussing the murder of Peggy Shelton? I am intere... ...Read More
    05/22/2023