Body discovered in Connecticut River identified as woman who had been missing since March.
Authorities have identified the body recovered from the Connecticut River as that of Mary Colasanto, a 72-year-old woman from Glastonbury who had been missing since March 30. Her remains were discovered by a boater near Ferry Park in Rocky Hill, approximately seven miles downstream from where she was last seen.
Colasanto was reported missing after she was spotted near the Glastonbury Boathouse, where she parked her vehicle around 12:30 a.m. on the day of her disappearance. Witnesses reported that she was last seen walking toward the Connecticut River. Later that morning, her car was found abandoned in the parking lot, sparking concerns for her safety.
The investigation into her disappearance involved extensive efforts from multiple local agencies. Both the Glastonbury Police Department and the Rocky Hill Police Department led search operations, supported by the Glastonbury Volunteer Fire Department and the Rocky Hill Fire Department. Dive teams from nearby Portland and Middletown also participated in the search efforts, which ultimately concluded with the grim discovery of her body.
The preliminary location of Colasanto’s last known whereabouts drew significant attention during the search, with police focusing their resources on the area surrounding the Glastonbury Boathouse. Unfortunately, despite the collaborative efforts of the local community and authorities, Colasanto remained unaccounted for until the body was found.
As investigations continue, the Chief Medical Examiner’s office is working to determine the cause of death. Authorities are gathering information to piece together the events leading to the discovery of her body. Law enforcement officials in Rocky Hill are urging anyone with pertinent information related to Colasanto’s disappearance to come forward and assist with the ongoing investigation.
The case has drawn media attention and has sparked conversations about the importance of community vigilance and the resources available for missing persons. Colasanto’s tragic situation highlights the necessity for thorough investigative processes and community support in such distressing instances.
As the situation develops, the focus remains on understanding the circumstances surrounding Mary Colasanto’s disappearance and providing answers to her family and the community at large. More information will be released as the investigation unfolds.
