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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP13094) and 8 other sources
Detra McGuire, a 23-year-old woman from Lake City, Florida, disappeared on November 2, 1988, under tragic circumstances. That evening, Detra left her Gatorwood Apartments residence, reportedly heading to a convenience store with her two-year-old daughter, Roshanda. While Detra never returned, her daughter’s body was discovered a few hours later on Interstate 10. Roshanda had been thrown from a moving vehicle and was found with multiple injuries, including a broken neck. She was pronounced dead upon arrival at the hospital.

Detra's black 1988 Nissan Sentra was later located abandoned at a truck stop in Columbia County, but there was no sign of her. Detra’s disappearance, combined with the horrifying death of her daughter, has led to widespread speculation. While authorities have questioned Detra's boyfriend and labeled him a person of interest, no one has ever been charged in either the murder of Roshanda or the disappearance of Detra. The case remains unsolved, and despite ongoing efforts, Detra has not been found.

Her case continues to be an open investigation, and authorities urge anyone with information to contact the Columbia County Sheriff's Office.

Last Seen: Nov 2, 1988

Possible Unidentified Matches (3)

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.

75%Possible
Jane Doe — Decatur, Georgia - unidentified case UP99132
Jane Doe — Decatur, Georgia
UP99132 • Found Apr 5, 1991
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 25–31 vs 23 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 48%266 mi away
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7"–5'8" vs 5'7"
Weight 100%135–145 lb vs 135 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
75%Possible
Jane Doe — Jacksonville, Florida
UP758 • Found Apr 10, 1993
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 13–25 vs 23 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 90%48 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
75%Possible
Jane Doe — Fort Lauderdale (unincorporated), Florida - unidentified case UP1162 View case
Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 21–35 vs 23 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 43%318 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"
Weight 90%115 lb vs 135 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown 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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