Lebanon County, PA – Pennsylvania State Police have confirmed the identity of a long-unidentified Jane Doe found in Lebanon County in 1973 as Ruth Brenneman, a 14-year-old girl from York County who disappeared more than 50 years ago.
According to state police, Brenneman was last seen entering her school in York County in 1973 and was later reported missing. Her remains were discovered in Lebanon County that same year, but her identity remained unknown for decades despite multiple investigations and forensic efforts.
The case was recently highlighted by the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) as part of its ongoing initiative to bring renewed attention to historic cold cases. Advances in forensic technology and collaboration with NCMEC ultimately led to Brenneman’s identification.
A $5,000 reward remains available for information leading to the arrest or conviction of the person or persons responsible for her death. Investigators continue to seek tips from the public as they work to uncover what happened to the teen.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Pennsylvania State Police at (717) 865-2194.
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