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Remains of Washington woman missing since 1986 identified after DNA match
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First reported by N12 · Jun 11, 2026
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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