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UCF #104200260 | Updated: 2025-03-26

The brutal and unsolved murder of Diane Dobson


Diane Dobson
A preliminary investigation revealed that Dobson was violently murdered, with a blow to the head.
COLD CASE

Diane Dobson

Update 2025

The Windsor Police Service Board has approved a $20,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of suspects for the unsolved murder of Diane Dobson.

Investigators are hopeful that developments in DNA technology, as well as new information from the community, will help to solve this case.

Windsor Police News Release

Pre-update

Windsor, Ontario — Dobson, a 36-year-old mother of three, was last seen walking along Prince Road around 5:45 p.m. on February 14, 1995. The following day, her body was discovered in a ditch at Windsor’s Brighton Beach. A preliminary investigation determined she had been violently attacked, with a fatal blow to the head identified as the cause of death.

In a release, Windsor Police Service said they continue to investigate cold cases, regularly reviewing evidence and pursuing new leads. As part of these efforts, the Major Crimes Unit will resubmit evidence for advanced DNA analysis in the hopes of identifying a suspect in Dobson's murder.

Investigators remain optimistic that developments in forensic technology could provide a long-awaited breakthrough.

"We know there are people who have information about this murder, and we are urging them to come forward, even if they have previously spoken to investigators," said Ted Novak, Major Crimes Unit Staff Sergeant. "We hope the anniversary of this murder will help renew interest in this tragic incident and lead to a breakthrough in the case."

Anyone with information—whether new or previously reported—is urged to contact the Cold Case Review Unit tip line at 519-255-6700, ext. 4305. Anonymous tips can also be submitted to Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com

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