Victim Identification and Background
Tanya Denise Jackson, a 26-year-old U.S. Army veteran, and her 2-year-old daughter, Tatiana Marie Dykes, were identified as victims whose remains were found in , nearly 30 years after they went missing.
Jackson, known for a distinctive peach tattoo, and her daughter were living in at the time of their deaths. Jackson may have worked as a medical assistant, and both were linked through DNA found at the scene.
Investigation and Potential Links
The investigation into their deaths, which was advanced through DNA evidence and genetic genealogy, has not ruled out a connection to the Gilgo Beach serial killings, despite separate charges against for other murders.
Authorities have appealed for public assistance, offering a $25,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in the case. The identities were withheld for investigative reasons until recently, emphasizing the ongoing effort to solve the murders.