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Jayne Davis Missing Person Case

Last seen in Houston, Texas on Apr 30, 1993

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Victim Details

Jul 23, 2015

Aug 15, 2023

Jayne

Davis

57

24

66 inches

130 lbs

White / Caucasian

Female

Apr 30, 1993

Houston

Texas

Harris County

Unknown

24133

Texas DPS

Brenham

Texas

,

RA-2002-00067

Brenham Police Department

Brown

Hazel

Hazel

Oct 16, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP29553) and 9 other sources
Jayne Elizabeth Winship Davis, a 24-year-old mother, disappeared on April 30, 1993, from Houston, Texas. She was planning to travel to Brenham, about 75 miles away, to pick up her two-year-old son from his grandmother's home, but she never arrived. Jayne's car was broken at the time, and it remains unclear how she intended to make the trip. Despite ongoing searches and investigations, no trace of her has been found since that day.

Jayne's life before her disappearance was marked by turmoil. In 1991, she had separated from her husband, Steven Davis, after giving birth to their son. On Halloween of that same year, Steven assaulted her at gunpoint, which led to his conviction for aggravated sexual assault. He was sentenced to 10 years in prison just two months before Jayne went missing. Despite this, Jayne continued allowing Steven's family to visit their son.

Speculation about foul play surrounds her case, with many suspecting that she may have been murdered. Some have even suggested that her body could be buried on a property owned by Steven's mother. However, searches of the property have been complicated by legal issues, and no definitive evidence has surfaced. Jayne’s family and authorities continue to search for answers regarding her disappearance.
Last Seen: Apr 30, 1993

Links to Additional Sources (9)

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  • What happened to Jayne Winship Davis? - Brenham Banner-Press
  • Jayne Elizabeth Winship Davis - The Charley Project
  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP29553
  • SHERIFF HANAK DETERMINED TO SOLVE JAYNE DAVIS COLD ...
  • NO NEW LEADS IN JAYNE DAVIS DISAPPEARANCE CASE
  • 1168DFTX - Jayne Elizabeth Winship Davis - Doe Network
  • Texas Missing Persons Clearinghouse Online Bulletin - mpDetails
  • Texas DPS Missing Persons Bulletin - mpPoster
  • Missing In Texas: Where is Jayne Winship Davis? - Reddit

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (9)

    Unidentified remains cases whose details are consistent with this person, ranked by how closely they compare. Fields that are unknown in either case are left out of the score.

    85%Strong
    Jane Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP710 • Found Nov 28, 1994
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 24 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%Same area, same county
    TimingFound 19 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'5" vs 5'6"
    Weight 100%138 lb vs 130 lb
    83%Moderate
    Jane Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP3602
    Jane Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP3602 • Found May 13, 1998
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 28–43 vs 24 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%Same area, same county
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'8" vs 5'6"
    Weight 100%129 lb vs 130 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
    82%Moderate
    Jane Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP3523 • Found Nov 14, 1999
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 24 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%Same area, same county
    TimingFound 7 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6" vs 5'6"
    Weight 92%112 lb vs 130 lb
    80%Moderate
    Jane Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP6774
    Jane Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP6774 • Found Dec 29, 2009
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 24 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%Same area, same county
    TimingFound 17 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'4" vs 5'6"
    Weight 94%147 lb vs 130 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    Jane Doe — Missouri City, Texas
    UP3439 • Found Jul 29, 2001
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 17–28 vs 24 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%14 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 8 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'3" vs 5'6"
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    Jane Doe — Houston, Texas - unidentified case UP72078
    Jane Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP72078 • Found Jul 21, 2020
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 85%Est. 45–70 vs 24 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%9 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 27 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5"–5'6" vs 5'6"
    Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
    76%Possible
    Jane Doe — Channelview, Texas
    UP1390 • Found Oct 28, 1994
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 24 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%15 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 18 months after last seen
    Height 36%5'1" vs 5'6"
    75%Possible
    Jane Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP103953 • Found Apr 24, 2023
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 24 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%8 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 30 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'1"–5'7" vs 5'6"
    75%Possible
    Jane Doe — Houston, Texas
    UP3581 • Found Aug 9, 1998
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 18–30 vs 24 when missing
    Location 100%Same area, same county
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'6"

    These comparisons are generated automatically from public NamUs case data and are not confirmed identifications. Only DNA, dental or fingerprint comparison by investigators can confirm an identity. If you believe two cases are connected, contact the agency handling the unidentified case.

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