The body found in Manroville last week has been identified as 63 year old Kathleen Harrison-Trent, whose been missing from Riverhead since late January.
Police found the body during a search for Kathleen on February 11, in the woods off Connecticut Avenue between River Road and South River Road.
The cause of death remains under investigation, though law enforcement believes the cause to be criminal in nature.
Kathleen, who worked at Riverhead Raceway for over 40 years, was last seen at her home in Riverhead, New York on January 27, 2026. She didn’t call her grandchildren that evening, which she does every night to say goodnight.
When family members tried calling her she didn’t answer. When they went to check on her at home her truck was gone, but her phone was found inside.
Her vehicle, a 2017 Chevy Colorado with NY plate KLA3945, was later located by another family member who lives with her.
Suffolk County Police Homicide Squad detectives are asking anyone with information on this incident to call (631) 852-6392, or Crime Stoppers at (800) 220-TIPS. Tips can remain confidential.
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