Pennsylvania Missing Persons Foundation

06/09/2026

Genelle has been identified as Wilkinsburg Jane Doe discovered on June 28, 1999

06/09/2026

Genelle Bradford...finally going home. May you rest in peace.

The Allegheny County Office of the Medical Examiner has identified a homicide victim from 1999 as part of an ongoing County Police investigation.

On June 28, 1999, the remains of an unknown female were found in the basement of a home at 604 North Avenue in Wilkinsburg. The female’s remains were discovered by the new owner of the property after the home had been empty and abandoned for more than a year. The initial autopsy completed by the Allegheny County Office of the Medical Examiner ruled the victim’s death a homicide and cause of death was determined to be ligature strangulation. The victim was a black female, about 5’5” tall and believed to be between the ages of 18 and 20.

The Allegheny County Police Department’s Homicide Unit, Wilkinsburg Police, and the Allegheny County Office of the Medical Examiner have worked to identify this decedent, known as Jane Doe, since her discovery in 1999. As part of a grant provided by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the Medical Examiner’s Office and County Police were able to partner with Othram in 2024 on more than a dozen local cases.

Othram was able to build a comprehensive DNA profile and identify potential family members of the decedent. Investigators from the Medical Examiner’s Office were able to locate a potential family member and through these efforts, Othram was able to confirm the identity of the young woman as Genelle Bradford.
Genelle Bradford was 18 years old at the time of her death, and she was reported missing from the Wilkinsburg area on April 24, 1999.

“We are thrilled that once again this partnership has allowed us to provide answers to a family that was left in the dark for so long,” said Mandy Tinkey, Director of Forensic Services at the Allegheny County Office of the Medical Examiner. “While the focus now shifts towards finding justice for Genelle, we are hopeful we can continue to provide answers for those impacted by the remaining cold cases we have shared with Othram.”

“This technology is testament to why we never stop investigating open cases,” said Allegheny County Police Superintendent Christopher Kearns. “We are grateful for the efforts of everyone involved, and now that Genelle has been formally identified, we will continue to follow every lead available to us in the hopes of getting answers for her family,”

To this date, County Police have not been able to identify a suspect in Genelle’s death. Detectives continue to ask anyone with information to contact the County Police Tip Line at 1-833-ALL-TIPS. Callers can remain anonymous.

06/09/2026

Pennsylvania State Police helped rescue a woman authorities said was being held against her will from a restaurant in Connecticut.

06/09/2026

Mary Mikulak, Plains Township, PA



Police responded to a shed fire at the East Mountain Ridge Mobile Home Park in Plains Township, Pennsylvania. Human remains were discovered in the shed after the fire was extinguished. The remains were identified as Shain Donofrio, son of Linasheri Donofrio, who is the granddaughter of Mary Mikulak. It was reported that Mary had lived with her granddaughter for several years. Upon investigation after the fire, it was reported that Mary had not been seen in a couple of years, so a missing person’s report was filed. The photo of Mary is from the 1980’s.

06/08/2026

https://uncovered.com/cases/sabrina-kahler

A young woman goes missing after swimming with a friend

06/08/2026

🚨 STILL MISSING – HELP BRING RUSSELL HOME 🚨

💙 His family is still searching for answers. Please take a moment to read and share.

🔹 RUSSELL MYERS 🔹
🗓️ Missing Since: February 18, 2021
📍 Salem Township, Pennsylvania

Russell Myers was 53 years old when he disappeared from Salem Township, Pennsylvania.

According to Pennsylvania State Police, Russell was last seen by his son at approximately 12:00 PM on February 18, 2021, walking near Long Hill Road and Beatty School Road. Russell told his family he was going for a walk, something that was not unusual for him. When he failed to return home, he was reported missing the following day.

More than five years have passed, and Russell’s loved ones are still searching for answers.

⚠️ Russell has a distinctive physical characteristic: his left arm was partially amputated following a motorcycle accident years before his disappearance.

📌 Description:
▪️ Age at time of disappearance: 53
▪️ Height: 5’6”
▪️ Blue eyes
▪️ White hair
▪️ White beard

👕 Last Seen Wearing:
▪️ Gray coat
▪️ Bib overalls

🙏 Someone may remember seeing Russell that day. Even the smallest detail could help investigators.

📞 If you have any information regarding the disappearance of Russell Myers, please contact:

☎️ Pennsylvania State Police – Mercer Station
At: (724) 748-0044

☎️ PSP Tips
At: 1-800-472-8477

☎️ Or dial 911

💰 Individuals who provide information through PSP Tips may be eligible for a cash reward if their information leads to the location of a missing person or helps solve a case.

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