Suspect recently arrested in 1989 Washington cold case death of disabled woman

EVERETT, Wash. (TCN) — Police recently arrested a man on suspicion of killing a 33-year-old disabled woman nearly 36 years ago.

According to the Everett Police Department, on Feb. 1, 1989, Mary Ann Daniels, who had been placed into transitional living, was found deceased in her home. Investigators ruled her death a homicide, but the case eventually went cold.

Due to advancements in DNA technology, authorities recently identified Joseph Jacquez as the primary suspect through biological material left on the victim’s body. Police said officials also found Jacquez’s DNA on the “actual instrument of her death.”

On Jan. 28, police announced that Jacquez was booked into the Clark County Jail in Nevada but will be extradited to Snohomish County.

Everett Mayor Cassie Franklin said, “I want to commend our police department and our partner agencies for their dedication to getting justice for victims like Mary Ann. My heart goes out to Mary Ann’s loved ones as they continue to grieve her loss.”

Everett Police Chief John DeRousse added, “We are thankful for Detective Logothetti’s perseverance in this investigation. Due to her hard work, this suspect will be held accountable nearly 36 years later.”

In a statement obtained by KOMO-TV, Daniels’ sister said the victim “faced unfortunate circumstances while living in a transitional rental house, which her social worker placed her in. She should have protected her from this happening, but instead, put her in danger, and in the end, Mary Ann lost her life. She had a hard life and is now at peace.”

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