Police working to identify woman who went missing in Detroit River

The Windsor Police Service is asking for help to identify an unknown woman who went missing in the Detroit River.

Just before 3 a.m. on Sept. 24, officers were called to the area of Ouellette Avenue and Riverside Drive after a woman was seen entering the Detroit River. 

The Windsor Police Service, along with the Ontario Provincial Police underwater search and recovery team, conducted an extensive search of the area but were unable to locate the woman. 

Police say the woman is described as white, approximately 40-years-old, 5’6”, with a large build and curly red hair. She was last seen wearing dark clothing and white Puma running shoes.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Major Crimes Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4830.

You can can also contact Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.