Shelly Arnold, 24, was found dead in a vacant lot near W. Doane Avenue in Eustis, Florida. Her body was discovered on February 19, 2015, three days after she was last seen leaving a friend’s house on February 16. Investigators reported she was naked and suffered significant mutilations, including removal of her face and a tattoo; the trauma appeared to be post-mortem. No signs of a struggle were found at the field, and detectives believe she may have been killed elsewhere and transported to that location.

Police said DNA belonging to Arnold’s boyfriend was present at the scene, but it was not enough to tie him to the killing because he had been in contact with her shortly before her death. Friends said Arnold struggled with substance abuse and raised the possibility the murder related to a dispute over an income tax refund, but no arrests have been announced. Authorities have offered a $5,000 reward and continue to seek information. If anyone knew Shelly or has information about her last movements, please come forward.