Overview

• Kay Medin, a schoolteacher reported missing in 1987, has been identified through DNA testing as the owner of a skull found on Trinidad Head Beach in 1993.
• Medin's remains were initially discovered in 1987, scattered across two locations in Humboldt County, but her skull was missing until its discovery years later.
• Othram Inc. used forensic genetic genealogy to match the skull to Medin by analyzing DNA from her daughter, marking a significant step in the cold case investigation.
• Authorities have not identified any suspects in Medin's death, and her case remains an open homicide investigation with no arrests made.
• Investigators are urging anyone with information about Medin's disappearance or death to contact Humboldt County Investigator Mike Fridley.