Alisha Lisa Marie Cooks was 16 and reported missing from Houston on July 4, 1985. Skeletal remains were found by hunters on December 16, 1985, near the intersection of County Road 59 and County Road 90 in Pearland, south of Houston, but the remains were not identified at the time and the case went cold.

Investigators determined the victim died of a gunshot wound to the head and ruled the death a homicide. Personal items, including clothing and a wristwatch, were recovered near the scene but did not yield useful leads. In October 2022 DNA testing matched the remains to Alisha after family members submitted samples, giving the family identification and renewed investigative focus. The Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public for any information that could assist in solving the murder.

If anyone knew Alisha, saw her in July 1985, or has information about the Pearland area where the remains were found, please contact the Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office.