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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP17990) and 2 other sources
In the summer of 2012, a sense of unease settled over a Tucson, Arizona community as Adela Lara Lemus, a 39-year-old Hispanic female, vanished without a trace. On June 24, 2012, Adela was last seen in Tucson, and the details surrounding her activities on that day remain sparse and unclear to the public. Known to have black hair, brown eyes, and a height of approximately 5'1' to 5'3', her sudden disappearance left her loved ones in a state of profound worry and distress. The lack of information surrounding her last known moments has made the search for answers a difficult and painful journey for those who know and care for her.

The passage of time has not brought clarity to the circumstances of Adela's disappearance. Information regarding the specifics of the investigation, including any potential leads or persons of interest, has not been widely disseminated in public-facing online sources. This absence of detailed reporting has left a void for those seeking to understand the events that led to her going missing. The emotional toll on her family and friends is immeasurable, as they have been forced to endure years of uncertainty. The silence in the public record about her case adds to the mystery and the anguish of those left behind.

The case of Adela Lara Lemus is a somber reminder of the many individuals who go missing each year, leaving behind fragmented stories and unanswered questions. With no significant updates or public information available online regarding the investigation into her disappearance, her case has grown cold over the years. The overview of this case is one of a sudden and unexplained disappearance, with a subsequent investigation that has not yielded any publicly available information to provide closure or a clear understanding of what happened to Adela Lara Lemus. Her loved ones are left to grapple with the ambiguity and the enduring pain of her absence.

Last Seen: Jun 24, 2012

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Possible Unidentified Matches (4)

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 — Arizona - unidentified case UP12743
Jane Doe — Arizona
UP12743 • Found Jun 12, 2014
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 25–40 vs 39 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 91%42 mi away, same county
TimingFound 24 months after last seen
Height 68%4'10" vs 5'1"–5'3"
Hair 100%Black vs Black
76%Possible
Jane Doe — Vamori, Arizona - unidentified case UP160999
Jane Doe — Vamori, Arizona
UP160999 • Found Mar 10, 2026
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 39 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 85%65 mi away, same county
TimingFound 14 years after last seen
Height 100%4'10"–5'3" vs 5'1"–5'3"
75%Possible
Unidentified Person — Vamori, Arizona - unidentified case UP80660
Unidentified Person — Vamori, Arizona
UP80660 • Found Nov 25, 2020
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Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 39 when missing
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 85%65 mi away, same county
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%5'2"–5'6" vs 5'1"–5'3"
75%Possible
Jane Doe — Covered Wells, Arizona - unidentified case UP10772
Jane Doe — Covered Wells, Arizona
UP10772 • Found Nov 13, 2012
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Sex ✓Female
Age 85%Est. 20–45 vs 39
Race 100%Hispanic
Location 84%68 mi away, same county
TimingFound 5 months after last seen
Height 75%5'1"–5'8" vs 5'1"–5'3"

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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