Date of Disappearance: May 28, 2015
Location: St. John’s, Newfoundland
On May 28, 2015, 21-year-old Jessica Heppner vanished under mysterious circumstances while visiting St. John’s, Newfoundland. Despite multiple leads, including transactions in Germany and cell phone activity traced to Ontario, her disappearance remains unsolved, leaving her family searching for answers.
What Happened
Jessica Heppner arrived in St. John’s on May 25, 2015, with travel companion Norbert Kasza. The two checked into the Sheraton Hotel downtown, initially booking for one night, but Jessica extended her stay. However, on May 28, she disappeared without taking her belongings. Police later found two suitcases, her laptop, and her ID left behind in her hotel room. There was no record of Jessica boarding any flights out of Newfoundland, adding to the mystery of her sudden disappearance.
Witnesses confirmed that Jessica was last seen taking a taxi to Topsail Road in Paradise, a few miles outside St. John’s. She had planned to return to the hotel by taxi but never arrived. The man she visited at Topsail Road was interviewed and cleared as a suspect. Despite multiple leads and police efforts, there has been no breakthrough in the case.
Reactions
Jessica’s family believes she would never have disappeared voluntarily, as she always stayed in touch with her loved ones. Her mother, who has been vocal in raising awareness about her daughter’s case, returned to St. John’s in 2018 to distribute posters and appeal for new leads. Jessica’s disappearance was featured on the CBC series Last Seen, which brought more attention to the case and the ongoing investigation.
What’s Next
Jessica’s case continues to be a priority for the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary, with authorities urging anyone who may have information to come forward. The investigation has uncovered intriguing leads, such as the use of Jessica’s prepaid credit cards in Germany and a cell phone detected in Ontario weeks after she disappeared. However, these leads have not provided conclusive answers as to her whereabouts.
Anyone with information on Jessica Heppner’s disappearance is urged to contact the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary at 709-729-8000. Even the smallest detail could help bring clarity to this baffling case.
Closing Line
This is a developing story. We will update this article as more information becomes available. Let’s keep Jessica’s memory alive and help her family find the answers they so desperately need.
