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Jefferey Burns Missing Person Case

Last seen in Tacoma, Washington on Sep 28, 2016

Victim Details

Nov 3, 2016

May 25, 2023

Jefferey

Burns

71

61

74 inches

235 lbs

240 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Sep 28, 2016

Tacoma

Washington

Pierce County

98409

No

18998

Tacoma Police Department

Tacoma

Washington

Pierce County

98409

Jack Nasworthy

Police Detective

3701 South Pine Street, Washington

2535915950

Local

Law Enforcement

https://www.cityoftacoma.org/government/city_departments/police

16-288-00682

Sep 30, 2016

Tacoma Police Department

Brown

Brown

Brown

Sep 29, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP35924) and 2 other sources
In the late summer of 2016, concern began to grow for 61-year-old Jefferey Allen Burns. A resident of Tacoma, Washington, he was last seen on September 28, 2016. The circumstances surrounding the day he went missing remain unclear, leaving his loved ones with unanswered questions. At the time of his disappearance, Jefferey was described as a White male, standing at 6 feet 2 inches tall and weighing between 235 and 240 pounds. He had brown hair and brown eyes.

Details about what led to his disappearance are sparse. The official report simply states that Jeffrey Burns was last seen on September 28, 2016. His case was officially reported to the Tacoma Police Department two days later. The lack of specific information regarding his last known whereabouts or activities has made the search effort challenging for law enforcement and his family. His vehicle was reportedly left in its parking stall, suggesting his disappearance may not have been planned.

The investigation into Jefferey Burns's disappearance was opened by the Tacoma Police Department under case number 16-288-00682. Despite the passage of time, his case remains open, a lingering source of pain and uncertainty for those who know him. The official circumstances of his disappearance are still listed as unknown. The case serves as a somber reminder of the many individuals who vanish without a trace, leaving behind a void of information and a community hoping for resolution.
Last Seen: Sep 28, 2016

Links to Additional Sources (2)

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  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP35924 | NamUs
  • For The Missing: Pacific Northwest - Jeffrey Burns is ... - Facebook

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (3)

    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.

    77%Possible
    John Doe — Buckley, Washington
    UP51984 • Found May 8, 2018
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 58–72 vs 61 when missing
    Location 97%21 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 19 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'9"–6'3" vs 6'2"
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Fall City, Washington
    UP87184 • Found Jul 23, 2020
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 48–62 vs 61 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 93%37 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Hair 40%Gray vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Cottage Grove, Oregon - unidentified case UP58583
    John Doe — Cottage Grove, Oregon
    UP58583 • Found Apr 26, 2019
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 100%Est. 58–72 vs 61 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 51%237 mi away
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8"–6'2" vs 6'2"
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown

    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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    Forum Posts (2)

    Has anyone looked into the area where Jefferey was last seen on September 28, 2016? I've been... ...Read More
    12/18/2023
    This case has always been puzzling, especially since Jefferey was known to have a routine. I've... ...Read More
    10/18/2023

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