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James Allen McLean, a 56‑year‑old white male from Puyallup, Washington, went missing on **July 20, 2006**, though some sources list **July 21, 2006** as the disappearance date. At the time of his disappearance, McLean stood approximately 5′ 8″ to 5′ 10″ tall and weighed around 190–193 lbs, with graying brown hair, blue eyes, and a graying mustache. He was known to have substantial brown arm hair and was nicknamed “Jimmy”.

McLean had been diagnosed with **bi ...Read More
Last Seen: Jul 20, 2006

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Victim Details

Jun 04, 2013

May 26, 2023

James

Mclean

74

56

68 inches

70 inches

193 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

In the summer of 2006, a 56-year-old man named James Allen McLean, also known as Jimmy, disappeared from his home in Puyallup, Washington. On July 20th, he was last seen at his residence. Concerns for his well-being grew when he was no longer seen or heard from. Described as a white male with graying brown hair and blue eyes, James stood between 5'8" and 5'10" and weighed around 193 pounds. He had a mostly gray mustache and a significant amount of brown hair on his arms. At the time he went missing, he was believed to be wearing blue jeans, a white Adidas shirt with blue lettering, a green coat, and white tennis shoes. The circumstances surrounding James's disappearance were troubling. He left behind a note for his mother expressing his love, apologizing, and stating that he "couldn't handle things anymore." He had taken a few hundred dollars in cash, his medication, and a small amount of clothing with him. It's known that James was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and required medication to manage his condition, which he may not have been taking at the time he vanished. This heightened the concern for his safety, as he could potentially become suicidal or exhibit unusual behavior. He did not have access to a vehicle, and there has been no activity on his food stamp card since he was last seen. The investigation into James Allen McLean's disappearance was handled by the Puyallup Police Department. Despite the efforts of law enforcement, his case remains unsolved, and he has not been heard from since the day he left his home. The note he left behind painted a somber picture of his state of mind, leaving his loved ones with immense worry. The lack of any leads or contact in the years following his disappearance has only deepened the mystery. The case serves as a heart-wrenching reminder of the silent struggles many individuals face and the profound impact these situations have on their families and communities, who are left with unanswered questions.

Jul 20, 2006

Puyallup

Washington

Pierce County

Puyallup

No

13637

Puyallup Police Department

Puyallup

Washington

Pierce County

98371

Kenneth Lewis

Detective

311 West Pioneer Avenue, Washington

2538415415

Local

Law Enforcement

06006532

2006-07-20

Puyallup Police Department

Gray or Partially Gray

Blue

Blue

06/10/2026


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