Indigenous Woman’s 2020 Remains Found in Washington; $60K Reward Offered
An Indigenous woman’s remains were located in Washington state, five years after her disappearance. The case involves Mary Johnson-Davis, who was last seen on November 25, 2020. Her remains were found in Snohomish County, an area between Seattle and the Tulalip Reservation.
$60K Reward for Information on Indigenous Woman’s Death
The investigation into Johnson-Davis’s death continues, with a $60,000 reward being offered. The Tulalip Tribes and the FBI have jointly announced this reward for information leading to the identification, arrest, and conviction of those responsible for her death.
Timeline of Events
- November 25, 2020: Mary Johnson-Davis last seen walking to a friend’s residence.
- December 9, 2020: She is reported missing.
- June 2023: Human remains discovered in Snohomish County.
- October 2023: DNA tests confirm the remains belong to Johnson-Davis.
Shawn Ledford, the Tulalip Police Chief, expressed condolences to Johnson-Davis’s family. He stated, “With deep respect for the family and Tulalip community, we are heartbroken to confirm the identification of Mary Johnson-Davis.”
The family of Mary Johnson-Davis shared their grief following her identification. In a statement sent via her estranged husband, they expressed sadness and disbelief. “Our hearts are heavy. We will never see Mary again,” they said. “We are at peace knowing she has been found and will always be remembered.”
The Wider Issue of Missing Indigenous Women
This case highlights the larger crisis faced by Indigenous women in the U.S. and Canada, who go missing at disproportionately high rates. Experts attribute this crisis to historical injustices faced by Indigenous communities.
As the investigation unfolds, the Tulalip Police Department remains committed to working with the family and the FBI. Their goal is to bring justice to Mary Johnson-Davis and ensure that further attention is brought to the issue of missing Indigenous women.
