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Remains of Washington woman missing since 1986 identified after DNA match

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100% centerFirst reported by N12 · Jun 11, 2026
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What happened

Human remains found in May in Chelan County, Washington, were identified as Patricia L. Collier, who vanished in July 1986. Officials said DNA from a family sample confirmed the match, but the cause of death remains unknown and there are no suspects.

  • 01Patricia L. Collier’s remains were identified nearly 40 years after her disappearance.
  • 02She was last seen in July 1986 at age 38, and her boyfriend reported her missing.
  • 03DNA from a family sample provided over 20 years ago confirmed the identity.
  • 04Only part of a skull was found, and no additional remains were recovered.
  • 05Tacoma Police are investigating, but officials say there are no leads or suspects.

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N12Center · HebrewJun 11, 2026
Remains of Washington woman missing since 1986 identified after DNA match
MakoCenter · HebrewJun 11, 2026
Human remains identified nearly 40 years after Washington woman vanished

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