ZANESVILLE, Ohio – Authorities say the body of 64-year-old Zanesville woman was found in southern Franklin County Thursday.
Zanesville police confirmed the identity that the body was that of Elizabeth Alvarez who had been missing since May 28.
According to police, Alvarez’s grandson is a person of interest in her disappearance and homicide investigation.
On Wednesday Alvarez’s grandson 26-year-old John J. Jenkins and his girlfriend 20-year-old Rachel Sipple were arrested by Columbus police following a police chase and vehicle crash.
Both were suspects wanted from a west Columbus gas station robbery and officer involved shooting investigation. Police did recover a pellet gun at the scene.
Both are being held at the Franklin County Jail on robbery charges.
Zanesville police believe foul play may be involved in Alvarez’s death.
