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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP26719) and 3 other sources
In the quiet community of Redford, Michigan, a 40-year-old woman named Linda Marie Collins vanished, leaving behind a life and a story that has since been marked by unanswered questions. On January 1, 2009, Linda was last seen, and the circumstances of her disappearance have left her loved ones in a state of perpetual uncertainty. A Black/African American female with black hair and brown eyes, Linda was of average height and build. Her case is a somber reminder of the fragility of life and the enduring pain that accompanies the unknown. The official report states that she walked out of a group home and did not return, a detail that adds a layer of vulnerability to her story. The lack of concrete leads and the passage of time have only deepened the mystery surrounding her case, leaving a community to wonder what became of Linda Marie Collins.

The day Linda disappeared, she was wearing a black wool coat with black leather accents, blue jeans, and a brown sweater. This mundane detail, the last known outfit she wore, paints a poignant picture of an ordinary day that took an unforeseen and tragic turn. Her departure from the group home was not initially viewed with alarm, but as days turned into weeks, and weeks into years, the hope of her safe return began to fade, replaced by a growing sense of dread. The investigation into her disappearance, led by the Redford Township Police Department, has been met with a frustrating lack of progress. Despite their efforts, there have been no significant breakthroughs, no credible sightings, and no closure for a family left in limbo.

The case of Linda Marie Collins is a chilling example of how a person can simply vanish without a trace. The official narrative is sparse, leaving much to speculation and the imagination of those who have followed her story. The fact that she walked away from a group home suggests a level of vulnerability, but without further information, it is impossible to know what she was thinking or what her intentions were. Was she seeking a new beginning, or did she fall victim to foul play? These are the questions that haunt her family and the investigators who have worked on her case. The absence of any new information has left her case in a state of suspension, a cold case that serves as a constant and painful reminder of a life interrupted. The overview of the case is one of a woman who, for reasons unknown, walked away from her life and has not been seen or heard from since, leaving a void in the lives of those who knew and loved her.

Last Seen: Jan 1, 2009

Possible Unidentified Matches (6)

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.

81%Moderate
Jane Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP11140 • Found Nov 29, 2011
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Sex ✓Female
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 99%15 mi away, same county
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 84%5'4" vs 5'6"
Weight 66%177 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
80%Moderate
Jane Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP11728 • Found Oct 28, 2013
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Sex ✓Female
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%6 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5" vs 5'6"
Hair 100%Black vs Black
76%Possible
Jane Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP85986 • Found Oct 14, 2021
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Sex ✓Female
Age 85%Est. 35–60 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 99%13 mi away, same county
TimingFound 13 years after last seen
Height 100%5'2"–5'7" vs 5'6"
76%Possible
Jane Doe — Detroit, Michigan - unidentified case UP68363
Jane Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP68363 • Found Apr 15, 2020
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 30–40 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 99%13 mi away, same county
TimingFound 11 years after last seen
Height 52%5'0"–5'2" vs 5'6"
Weight 50%90–95 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
76%Possible
Jane Doe — Highland Park, Michigan
UP9443 • Found Sep 29, 2011
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%11 mi away, same county
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 36%5'1" vs 5'6"
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
76%Possible
Jane Doe — Detroit, Michigan - unidentified case UP131366
Jane Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP131366 • Found Sep 30, 2024
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 99%13 mi away, same county
TimingFound 16 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5" vs 5'6"
Weight 0%300 lb vs 140 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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