Alycia Mesiti, 03/31/09

Name: Alycia Mesiti

Synopsis: On March 31, authorities confirmed that a body found in Ceres back yard was that of Alycia Mesiti, a missing teen. Her body was found March 25 buried in the back yard of a Ceres home where the then 14-year-old lived when she disappeared in August 2006.

Motivation: Unknown

Suspect: Open

Authorities ask anyone with information about this homicide to call Crime Stoppers at 521-4636. Tipsters can e-mail tips on the Crime Stoppers Web site, or text them to CRIMES (274637) by typing "Tip704" plus the message. Tipsters can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a cash reward.

If you would like to submit photos of this victim or have other information to share, please email homicides@modbee.com.