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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP37082) and 3 other sources
In the community of Puyallup, Washington, a sense of concern arose for 48-year-old Katharine D. Rose in the summer of 2006. On June 26th, she was seen for the last time after attending a doctor's appointment at 10:00 a.m. At the time of her disappearance, Katharine, a long-term resident of a mental health facility, was described as a white female with brown hair and green eyes, standing at 5'4' and weighing approximately 175 pounds. She was last seen wearing a light blue coat, gray pants, and gold wire-rimmed glasses. Her family became alarmed when she failed to show up for a planned meeting with her daughter on July 2nd, which prompted them to report her missing.

The circumstances surrounding Katharine's disappearance were troubling to her loved ones, who described her absence as highly out of character. She had left behind all of her personal belongings, including essential medications required for her well-being. This was particularly concerning as she was unable to care for herself without them. Authorities were informed that she was known to frequent local drinking establishments and might seek assistance from homeless services. The Puyallup Police Department opened an investigation into her case, which remains active.

Despite the passage of time, the search for answers in Katharine Rose's case continues. Her case is classified as an endangered missing person, highlighting the vulnerability of her situation due to her medical needs. While foul play is not suspected, the exact reasons for her disappearance remain unclear. The Puyallup Police Department continues to hold the case, hoping for new information that could shed light on what happened to Katharine after she left her doctor's appointment on that June day. The overview of this case paints a picture of a vulnerable individual who vanished without a trace, leaving a family searching for answers and a community hoping for a resolution.

Last Seen: Jun 26, 2006

Possible Unidentified Matches (2)

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.

76%Possible
Jane Doe — Seattle, Washington - unidentified case UP14084
Jane Doe — Seattle, Washington
UP14084 • Found May 29, 2015
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Sex ✓Female
Age 85%Est. 60–80 vs 48 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 95%28 mi away, same state
TimingFound 9 years after last seen
Height 84%5'6" vs 5'4"
Weight 77%137 lb vs 175 lb
Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
Eyes 50%Blue vs Green
76%Possible
Jane Doe — Kent, Washington - unidentified case UP14083
Jane Doe — Kent, Washington
UP14083 • Found May 27, 2015
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Sex ✓Female
Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 48 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 99%13 mi away, same state
TimingFound 9 years after last seen
Height 100%5'4" vs 5'4"
Weight 30%106 lb vs 175 lb

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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