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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP41316) and 14 other sources
Darlene Fleshman, a 42-year-old woman from Union, West Virginia, went missing on September 15, 2012. She was last seen leaving her residence and heading towards Roanoke, Virginia. Darlene, who went by her middle name, was described as having brown hair, brown eyes, and extensive freckles. She was wearing eyeglasses and had multiple piercings, including her nose and navel. She also suffered from diabetes and seizures, adding a sense of urgency to her disappearance due to her medical conditions.

At the time of her disappearance, Darlene was driving a 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier with West Virginia license plates. She was last reported at the Apple Valley Motel in Roanoke on September 8, 2012. Her belongings were found, but there was no sign of her or her vehicle after that date. Her case is classified as endangered due to her medical conditions, and both the Virginia and West Virginia authorities have been involved in the investigation.

Despite multiple investigations and efforts to locate her, Darlene's case remains unsolved. Little information has emerged since her disappearance, and it is unclear what might have happened after she left for Roanoke. Her family and the authorities continue to seek answers regarding her whereabouts, but as of now, there are few leads to go on.

Last Seen: Sep 15, 2012

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
Jane Doe — Roanoke, Virginia
UP162856 • Found Aug 9, 2025
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Sex ✓Female
Age 99%Est. 55–70 vs 42 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 93%37 mi away
TimingFound 13 years after last seen
Height 100%5'3"–5'8" vs 5'0"–5'5"

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.