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Susan Williams Missing Person Case

Last seen in Marina Del Rey, California on Sep 12, 1986

Victim Details

Jan 20, 2013

Dec 28, 2021

Susan

Williams

72

32

67 inches

160 lbs

White / Caucasian

Female

Sep 12, 1986

Marina Del Rey

California

Los Angeles County

90292

No

12955

Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department-Monterey Park - Homicide Bureau

Monterey Park

California

Los Angeles County

91755

Tamar Abraham

Detective

1 Cupania Circle, California

3238905500

County

Law Enforcement

http://www.lasd.org/about_us.html

086-03824-2799-400

Oct 2, 1986

Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department-Monterey Park - Homicide Bureau

Brown

Hazel

Hazel

Oct 8, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP18984) and 7 other sources
Susan Luxen Williams, a 32-year-old woman, was last seen on September 12, 1986, in Marina Del Rey, California. At the time of her disappearance, she was wearing a turquoise blue sweatsuit and black high-top sneakers. Standing 5'7" tall and weighing 160 pounds, Susan had brown hair, hazel eyes, and a distinctive scar under her left eye. One of her upper front teeth was capped, and she had double-pierced ears. She also went by the alias "Cathy Luxen."

Few details about the circumstances of Susan's disappearance are known. Authorities have classified her case as endangered missing, and despite investigations over the years, no substantial leads have emerged. There is no clear indication of foul play, but her case remains unsolved and open. Investigators encourage anyone with information to contact the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.

Given the lack of developments, Susan’s case has remained a mystery for decades. However, advances in technology and persistent investigative efforts continue to offer hope that new leads could eventually surface.
Last Seen: Sep 12, 1986

Links to Additional Sources (7)

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  • Susan Luxen Williams - The Charley Project
  • Susan Luxen Williams | State of California - Department of Justice
  • 801DFCA - Susan Luxen Williams - Doe Network
  • Missing and Unidentified: Comparisons | Susan Luxen Williams
  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP18984 - Office of Justice Programs
  • Susan J. “Cathi” Luxen (1953-1986) - Find a Grave Memorial
  • Susan Williams - Loved forever

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (10)

    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.

    86%Strong
    Jane Doe — California
    UP4111 • Found Oct 25, 1987
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 32 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%13 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 13 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"
    Weight 89%135 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
    86%Strong
    Jane Doe — Van Nuys, California
    UP4117 • Found Jul 21, 1987
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 24–33 vs 32
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%14 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 10 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'3"–5'7" vs 5'7"
    Weight 100%120–150 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
    82%Moderate
    Jane Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP3535 • Found Mar 8, 1996
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 85%Est. 25–45 vs 32 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%4 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8" vs 5'7"
    Weight 100%176 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Hazel vs Hazel
    82%Moderate
    Jane Doe — California
    UP4122 • Found Jun 15, 1987
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 32
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%13 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 9 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    80%Moderate
    Jane Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP89347
    Jane Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP89347 • Found Jan 16, 2022
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 40–55 vs 32 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%16 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 35 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'7"–5'9" vs 5'7"
    Weight 70%110–120 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 70%Green vs Hazel
    80%Moderate
    Jane Doe — Van Nuys, California - unidentified case UP11899
    Jane Doe — Van Nuys, California
    UP11899 • Found Nov 19, 2013
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 85%Est. 40–65 vs 32 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%14 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 27 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'8"–6'0" vs 5'7"
    Weight 100%153 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Hazel vs Hazel
    80%Moderate
    Jane Doe — Valencia, California
    UP3599 • Found Jul 11, 1995
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 26–38 vs 32 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 94%33 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 9 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4"–5'7" vs 5'7"
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    79%Possible
    Jane Doe — Arleta, California - unidentified case UP104482
    Jane Doe — Arleta, California
    UP104482 • Found Apr 11, 2023
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 32 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 98%19 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 37 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'2"–5'5" vs 5'7"
    Weight 100%125–145 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
    79%Possible
    Jane Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP80466
    Jane Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP80466 • Found Apr 26, 2021
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 32 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 99%12 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 35 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'3"–5'6" vs 5'7"
    Weight 83%115–130 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 30%Blue vs Hazel
    79%Possible
    Jane Doe — Palm Desert, California - unidentified case UP7026
    Jane Doe — Palm Desert, California
    UP7026 • Found Feb 10, 1997
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 32 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 71%121 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 10 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"
    Weight 100%145 lb vs 160 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Hazel vs Hazel

    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 (3)

    Has anyone looked into the possibility of a connection between Susan Luxen Williams' disappearance... ...Read More
    10/26/2024
    Does anyone have more info on the alias "Cathy Luxen" that Susan Luxen Williams used? I find it... ...Read More
    05/26/2023
    Wow, I just stumbled across Susan Luxen Williams’ case, and I can't shake the thought of her “Cathy... ...Read More
    05/18/2023

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