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Charity Adkins Missing Person Case

Last seen in Toledo, Ohio on Aug 13, 2009

Victim Details

Created

Nov 18, 2016

Case Added

Jan 12, 2024

First Name

Charity

Last Name

Adkins

Current Age

Age At Disappearance

Height

64 inches

Height To

66 inches

Weight

130 lbs

Weight To

135 lbs

Ethnicity

White / Caucasian

Gender

Female

Last Seen

Aug 13, 2009

City

Toledo

State

Ohio

County

Lucas County

Tribal Land

Agency ID

25419

Agency Name

Toledo Police Department

Agency City

Toledo

Agency State

Ohio

Agency County

Lucas County

Agency Zip Code

43624

Agency Contact

Rebecca Kenny

Contact Job Title

Detective

Agency Address

525 North Erie, Ohio

Agency Phone

4192453340

Agency Jurisdiction

Local

Agency Type

Law Enforcement

Agency Case #

06404009

Agency Report Date

Oct 3, 2014

Primary Agency

Toledo Police Department

Hair Color

Brown

Left Eye Color

Blue

Right Eye Color

Blue

Last Updated

Oct 1, 2026

Area Last Seen:

Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP36174) and 4 other sources

Charity Marie Adkins was 29 years old when she was last seen in Toledo, Ohio. The circumstances surrounding her disappearance are unsettling. When a person who was supposed to give her a ride arrived at her apartment, they found the front door open and the inside in a state of disarray. This discovery immediately raised concerns for her safety and well-being. At the time of her disappearance, Charity was described as a white female with brown hair and blue eyes, standing between 5'4' and 5'6' tall and weighing between 130 and 135 pounds. She has several distinct tattoos, including the name 'Jozlynn' on her left shoulder blade, a bible and praying hands on her thigh, and a butterfly, possibly on her foot. She also has tattoos on her chest, ankle, forearms, legs, and back, a pierced tongue, and a C-section scar.

There are some discrepancies regarding the exact date of her last contact. While some sources state she was last seen on August 13, 2009, there are reports of a text message sent to her mother on October 14, 2009. According to her mother, Charity struggled with bipolar disorder and depression and may have been involved in prostitution. It was also mentioned by her cousin that Charity was trying to get her life back on track and regain custody of her daughter. In the months leading up to her disappearance, there were signs of instability in her life, including a possible eviction from her residence in September of that year.

The investigation into Charity Adkins's disappearance has been ongoing, but few details have been made public over the years. Her case is one of many unsolved missing person cases in the Toledo area. The lack of clear information and the conflicting reports about her last known contact have made the investigation challenging for law enforcement. The troubling scene at her apartment, combined with her personal struggles, paints a concerning picture of her final known moments. The overview of the case suggests a vulnerable individual who may have met with foul play, leaving her family with unanswered questions and a painful void.
Last Seen: Aug 13, 2009

Links to Additional Sources (4)

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I-TEAM Case Files: Where is Charity Adkins - Toledo - WTVG

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I-TEAM Case Files: Where is Charity Adkins

I-TEAM Case Files: Where is Charity Adkins? - Toledo - WTVG

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.

79%Possible

Jane Doe — Detroit, Michigan

UP150506 • Found Sep 17, 2025

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Sex ✓Female

Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 29 when missing

Race 100%White

Location 88%53 mi away

TimingFound 16 years after last seen

Height 100%5'5" vs 5'4"–5'6"

Weight 100%147 lb vs 130–135 lb

Hair 70%Gray 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.

Charity Adkins Missing Person Case

Last seen in Toledo, Ohio on Aug 13, 2009

Victim Details

Case Description

Links to Additional Sources (4)

Possible Unidentified Matches (1)

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