After 21 years, Interpol has successfully identified a woman whose remains were discovered in a barrel, solving a long-standing cold case. Known initially as “the woman with the Richmond dental crown” or “the woman in the barrel,” the victim has now been confirmed as an Algerian national. The investigation relied on international collaboration and forensic dentistry to overcome the challenges presented by the case’s age and lack of initial identifying information. Details surrounding the circumstances of her death remain limited, but the identification marks a significant breakthrough for investigators. The case highlights Interpol’s role in assisting member countries with complex and unresolved criminal investigations. Further investigation is expected now that a name has been attached to the victim. The identification provides closure after two decades of uncertainty.