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Nathan Hayes Missing Person Case

Last seen in Seattle, Washington on Jan 14, 2015

Victim Details

Apr 10, 2019

Sep 8, 2020

Nathan

Hayes

49

38

74 inches

175 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Jan 14, 2015

Seattle

Washington

King County

98112

No

49029

Seattle Police Department

Seattle

Washington

King County

98104

610 5th Avenue, Washington

2066255011

Local

Law Enforcement

https://www.seattle.gov/police

Seattle Police Department

Blond/Strawberry

Blue

Blue

Oct 18, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP56618) and 2 other sources
In the winter of 2015, 38-year-old Nathan Anthony Hayes was navigating his life in Seattle, Washington. On January 14th, he had an appointment at a local clinic to see his caseworker. After that meeting, Nathan was never seen or heard from again; he did not return to his home, nor did he make it back to the clinic for any subsequent appointments. This marked the last confirmed sighting of Nathan. He was a white male with blond or strawberry-colored, shaggy hair and blue eyes. At the time of his disappearance, he stood at 6 feet 2 inches tall and weighed approximately 175 pounds.

The specifics of what Nathan was wearing on the day he vanished remain unknown. Similarly, there is no information available regarding any personal belongings he might have had with him, such as a wallet, phone, or any form of identification. The circumstances surrounding his failure to return home or maintain contact are unclear, leaving a void of information for those who knew him. It wasn't until over a year later, on April 6, 2016, that Nathan's family officially reported him as a missing person to the Seattle Police Department, initiating a formal investigation into his whereabouts.

The investigation into Nathan Hayes's disappearance remains open, and the lack of new leads has left his case cold. Despite the passage of time, his family and law enforcement continue to seek answers. The Seattle Police Department is the primary agency handling his case, and they encourage anyone with any information, no matter how insignificant it may seem, to come forward. The overview of this case is one of a man who seemingly vanished without a trace after a routine appointment, leaving behind a family searching for answers and a community concerned for his well-being. The absence of any contact or evidence of his whereabouts has created a painful and prolonged period of uncertainty for all those who care about him.
Last Seen: Jan 14, 2015

Links to Additional Sources (2)

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP56618 | NamUs
  • Nathan Hayes Shootout helps to keep memory of coach's son alive

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (1)

    Unidentified remains cases whose details are consistent with this person, ranked by how closely they compare. Fields that are unknown in either case are left out of the score.

    78%Possible
    John Doe — Seattle, Washington - unidentified case UP16143
    John Doe — Seattle, Washington
    UP16143 • Found Sep 4, 2016
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 38 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%3 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 20 months after last seen
    Height 84%6'0" vs 6'2"

    These comparisons are generated automatically from public NamUs case data and are not confirmed identifications. Only DNA, dental or fingerprint comparison by investigators can confirm an identity. If you believe two cases are connected, contact the agency handling the unidentified case.

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    04/30/2024
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