Van Found On Its Side Off Burkhalter Gap Road; Woman's Remains Nearby; May Be Trenton Woman Missing Since June 4

  • Wednesday, January 28, 2015
Justine Marie Creech
Justine Marie Creech

A van was found on its side off Burkhalter Gap Road on the side of Lookout Mountain near Trenton, Ga., on Wednesday with a woman's body nearby.

Authorities said the woman may be a missing Trenton woman. Justine Marie Creech had been missing since June 4.

The discovery was made by a woman out hiking.

A skull and remains were near the rear tire, authorities said. 

Family members said Ms. Creech, 48, got up early in the morning while still in her pajamas. She left her purse and cellphone at home.

The family said Ms. Creech suffered from depression.

A $1,000 reward had been offered for information as to her whereabouts.

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