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Texas Man Charged With Tampering After Body of Austin Woman Found in Colorado

Authorities want the public to share tips or surveillance footage that could trace a gray Honda Odyssey van’s movements in the ongoing investigation

Overview

  • Daniel Strong Jr., 73, was arrested on July 17 in Travis County, Texas, on charges of tampering with a deceased human body following the discovery of Brenda Jackson’s body along I-25 on June 15
  • Jackson, 65, of Austin, Texas, was found near Larkspur, Colorado, prompting a joint homicide probe by the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office and the Austin Police Department
  • Investigators credited community tips and dash-cam recordings for identifying Strong as a person of interest in the case
  • Authorities believe a dark gray Honda Odyssey van with Texas handicap plate 1SGSC was used to transport Jackson’s body
  • Officials are urging anyone who saw Jackson or Strong before May 24 to contact detectives with information or footage