‘We want answers’: Alberta mom remembers 16-year-old daughter found dead in abandoned vehicle

Jordyn Dines is seen in an undated photo. The 16-year-old girl was found dead in an abandoned vehicle in Glenwood, Alta., on July 5, 2025. (Supplied)

Jody Graves is remembering her 16-year-old daughter Jordyn Dines as a loving, kind, smart and funny kid.

On Friday, Dines was found dead in a vehicle about one-and-a-half kilometres west of the southern Alberta village of Glenwood.

“Jordyn was loved by everyone who knew her, but no one loved her more than her family,” her mom said in a statement to CTV News.

“She almost always had a smile and a joke to tell.”

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According to RCMP, Dines had been missing since July 2, and was considered an extremely at-risk youth.

“She wasn’t without her struggles like most teenagers, but she never let that stop her from reaching for the stars,” said Graves.

“She wanted to go to school to work with at-risk youth and kids who struggled like her.”

Her family is remembering her for her kindness and compassion.

“A smile and laugh that could brighten even the darkest of rooms,” said Graves. “We are devastated, and we want answers. She deserves so much more than this.”

Her death is considered suspicious and is currently being investigated by the RCMP’s serious crimes branch.

A GoFundMe account has been set up to help support Dines’ family. Click here for more information.