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DNA Genealogy IDs 1982 Freeport Jane Doe as Queens Teen Susan Mann

Detectives report no suspects or arrests, with Crime Stoppers offering up to $5,000 for information.

Susan Mann, of Hollis, Queens, was 15 years old when she disappeared. Also pictured is the pendant she was wearing when she was found. (Nassau County Police Department)
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Overview

  • Nassau County police announced Wednesday that investigative genealogy identified the victim as 15-year-old Susan (Susann) Mann of Hollis, Queens.
  • Mann disappeared on May 17, 1980, and her body was found on Nov. 4, 1982 in a dumpster behind Cantor Glass Works in Freeport.
  • Authorities said there are no named suspects or arrests and asked anyone with information to contact 911 or Nassau County Crime Stoppers.
  • A reward of up to $5,000 is available for tips that help advance the case, and callers can remain anonymous.
  • Key historical details include a report that Mann was last seen getting into a silver Cadillac with a man in his early 20s, hemlock needles on her clothing, and jewelry like a gold heart locket with a “K” and an opal chain.