A Google account manager, 27 year old Vanessa Marcotte's dead body was found naked and burnt in a wooded area of Massachusetts, US, on Sunday night August 7th near her mum's house in Princeton after she went jogging.


Police believe she was sexually assaulted before she was set on fire at the crime scene. Detectives believe the incident was a homicide and are now searching for suspects in the mystery case.


A state police source told News Center 5 that Vanessa had burns on her hands, feet and part of her head.

Internet search giant Google has paid tribute to Vanessa, in a statement the company said;

    "Vanessa Marcotte was a much loved member of the Google team, working in our New York office for the last year and a half, and known for her ubiquitous smile, passion for volunteer work and love of Boston sports.



    "We are deeply shocked and saddened, and our thoughts are with her family and friends."

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