Lauralyn Palmer, 71 years old, was last seen on April 20, 2018, in Fall River Mills, California. She had gone out for a walk with her stepdaughter’s dog, Lucy, near her home on Cassel Fall River Road. Lauralyn was expected to return within 15 minutes, but when she did not, her husband began searching for her and notified the authorities after two hours.
Lauralyn was reportedly showing early signs of dementia, though she had not been formally diagnosed.
She left without her phone, wallet, or purse, carrying only a can of lite beer. The dog returned home alone and unharmed four days later, which raised further suspicions since the dog showed no signs of starvation, suggesting it may have been cared for while Lauralyn remained missing.
Despite extensive searches in the days following her disappearance, no trace of Lauralyn has been found. Authorities later categorized her case as suspicious due to the unusual circumstances, though no conclusive evidence has been uncovered. Her family continues to search for answers, and the Shasta County Sheriff's Office remains involved in the investigation.
Her case remains open, with ongoing efforts by both law enforcement and her community to resolve her disappearance.Last Seen: Apr 20, 2018
