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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP18942) and 7 other sources
Phoebe Emiline Callahan, age 44, was last seen on June 2, 1960, in Ruskin, Florida. She was the mother of four children and worked at a local tomato factory. On the morning of her disappearance, her children saw her at their home before they left for school. However, when they returned, Phoebe was gone. Her husband later told the children that Phoebe had run off with another man, but no one ever heard from her again.

Over the years, suspicion began to build within the family regarding her husband's potential involvement in her disappearance, especially after he passed away four years later. Despite this, no concrete evidence has surfaced to explain Phoebe's sudden disappearance. Investigations have continued, and her case remains open, though it is still unsolved.

Phoebe's case has drawn attention from both local law enforcement and family members over the decades, but no major breakthroughs have been made. Investigators still encourage anyone with information to come forward.

Last Seen: Jun 2, 1960

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.

81%Moderate
Jane Doe — Safety Harbor, Florida - unidentified case UP2304
Jane Doe — Safety Harbor, Florida
UP2304 • Found Mar 4, 1961
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Sex ✓Female
Age 85%Est. 35–55 vs 44
Race 100%White
Location 96%25 mi away, same state
TimingFound 9 months after last seen
Height 84%5'4" vs 5'6"
Weight 84%115 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
Jane Doe — Lakeland, Florida
UP9500 • Found Apr 15, 1961
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 40–45 vs 44
Race 100%White
Location 92%42 mi away, same state
TimingFound 10 months after last seen
Height 52%5'2" vs 5'6"
Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
Jane Doe — Florida - unidentified case UP1161
Jane Doe — Florida
UP1161 • Found May 17, 1991
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 36–45 vs 44 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 65%152 mi away, same state
TimingFound 31 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5" vs 5'6"
Weight 96%123 lb vs 140 lb
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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