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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP31249) and 13 other sources
Wanda Jean Reine, aged 24, was last seen on March 12, 1971, in East Falmouth, Massachusetts. Her husband, Melvin Reine Sr., claimed that he dropped her off at a bus station in Falmouth so she could visit a cousin in Wareham. However, Wanda never reached her destination and has not been heard from since. Melvin did not report her missing until five days later, raising suspicion about his involvement in her disappearance.

Wanda's case has long been shrouded in mystery and suspicion, particularly surrounding her husband's past. Melvin Reine was known for his criminal activities, including arson and suspected involvement in other violent crimes. Following Wanda's disappearance, he quickly moved on with their family’s babysitter, Shirley Souza, who later lived with him and became his partner. Despite these suspicious circumstances, no solid evidence has surfaced regarding what happened to Wanda, and her body has never been found.

Foul play is strongly suspected in Wanda's case, and Melvin Reine remained a prime suspect for many years. However, without sufficient evidence, no charges were ever filed, and the case remains unsolved. To this day, authorities continue to treat Wanda's disappearance as a cold case, with the hope that new information may someday bring closure.

Last Seen: Mar 12, 1971

Possible Unidentified Matches (4)

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.

78%Possible
Jane Doe — New Bedford, Massachusetts - unidentified case UP7253
Jane Doe — New Bedford, Massachusetts
UP7253 • Found Oct 30, 1996
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 97%20 mi away, same state
TimingFound 26 years after last seen
Height 52%5'1" vs 5'5"–5'7"
Weight 100%127 lb vs 120–130 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
Jane Doe — Boston, Massachusetts
UP145672 • Found Feb 28, 1993
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 45–55 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 86%59 mi away, same state
TimingFound 22 years after last seen
Height 68%5'2" vs 5'5"–5'7"
Weight 100%135 lb vs 120–130 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
Jane Doe — Braintree, Massachusetts - unidentified case UP15939
Jane Doe — Braintree, Massachusetts
UP15939 • Found Jun 13, 2006
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Sex ✓Female
Age 96%Est. 60 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 89%49 mi away, same state
TimingFound 35 years after last seen
Height 68%5'2" vs 5'5"–5'7"
Weight 72%160 lb vs 120–130 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
Jane Doe — New Britain, Connecticut - unidentified case UP8821
Jane Doe — New Britain, Connecticut
UP8821 • Found Oct 11, 1991
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 24 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 72%114 mi away
TimingFound 21 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5" vs 5'5"–5'7"
Weight 100%130 lb vs 120–130 lb
Hair 60%Black vs Brown

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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