Human remains found near Winona Missouri

The Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control and the Shannon County Sheriff’s Department is investigating the circumstances surrounding the discovery of human remains on January 12th. The remains were discovered on the state right of way on U.S. Highway 60 near Winona. An autopsy performed on the remains determined the cause of death was a homicide. The Missouri State Highway Patrol is requesting the public’s help to identify the victim and any information that could be pertinent to the investigation. The victim is described as a female, approximately 55 years of age, and has two legible tattoos.  Any person with information should contact Troop G Headquarters at (417) 469-3121.