Police believe a woman who disappeared from Edmonton three years ago is presumed dead, and they are investigating the case as a homicide.
Edmonton police say while the remains of Nicole Frenchman have not been found, they believe the 23-year-old’s disappearance in July 2021 was the result of a homicide.
Investigators held a news conference Wednesday urging anyone with information to come forward as the investigation continues.
Police say Frenchman was last seen on July 10, 2021, when she and another woman were dropped off by a taxi on 82 Avenue between 97 Street and 99 Street around 5 a.m.
“Despite the fact three years have passed, we believe there are still individuals out there with knowledge of the circumstances surrounding Nicole’s disappearance and presumed death,” said Det. Bryan Macauley of the EPS homicide section.
“We’re hopeful that anyone who may have information pertaining to Nicole’s disappearance might feel more comfortable now reaching out to police, with some separation from when the incident initially occurred in 2021. Sometimes things change over time for a variety of reasons, and people may feel less worried about coming forward to police.”
From October 2021: Edmonton police looking for new leads in Nicole Frenchman disappearance
Frenchman is described as five-foot-four, weighing 130 lbs., with long black hair and brown eyes. She has several visible tattoos, including a blue woman wearing a crown on her upper right chest; a dreamcatcher on her right forearm; and a flower and a dollar sign on her right hand.
One of Nicole Frenchman’s tattoos. (Courtesy: Edmonton Police Service)
“As sisters, we spent a lot of time together growing up, playing outside in our tree fort, going to the beach and creating dance routines,” said Frenchman’s sister Sarah.
“We played together lots as kids, and argued sometimes as siblings do, but we always made up. I think of my sister and miss her every day of my life. It’s heart wrenching for my family and I. We hope someone can find it in their heart to do the right thing for my family and I, and contact EPS.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact 780-423-4567 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.