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Raymond Shiflet Missing Person Case

Last seen in Federal Way, Washington on Apr 15, 2012

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Victim Details

Aug 2, 2012

Jan 12, 2024

Raymond

Shiflet

61

47

70 inches

75 inches

180 lbs

200 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Apr 15, 2012

Federal Way

Washington

King County

98023

No

12125

Federal Way Police Department

Federal Way

Washington

King County

98003

Heather Castro

Detective

33325 8th Avenue South, Washington

2538356700

Local

Law Enforcement

http://www.cityoffederalway.com/police

12-4520

Apr 15, 2012

Federal Way Police Department

Brown

Blue

Blue

No

Oct 9, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP16969) and 3 other sources
On April 15, 2012, a then 47-year-old man named Raymond Lee Shiflet was reported missing from Federal Way, Washington. His caregiver alerted the authorities, noting that Raymond faced several mental health and behavioral challenges. It was known that without his medication, he could become angry and paranoid, which compromised his ability to care for himself. This was not the first time Raymond had walked away, creating a history of concern for his well-being. At the time of his disappearance, he was described as a white male, standing at approximately 6'0' and weighing around 165-180 pounds, with brown hair and blue eyes.

The circumstances surrounding Raymond's disappearance remain unclear, with limited public information available about the specific events of that day. Authorities and his caregiver were aware of his tendency to wander off, a behavior linked to his mental health conditions. When he was not taking his prescribed medications, his decision-making could be impaired, leading to situations where he might not be able to ensure his own safety or find his way back home. The Federal Way Police Department was tasked with the investigation into his disappearance, a case that has now remained open for over a decade.

The search for Raymond has been a long and arduous one, with his case being shared by various missing persons' organizations, including the Washington State Patrol's Missing and Unidentified Persons Unit. Despite these efforts, there have been no significant breakthroughs or publicly disclosed leads regarding his whereabouts. The lack of new information has left his loved ones and the community with unanswered questions. The case of Raymond Shiflet is a somber reminder of the vulnerabilities faced by individuals with mental health challenges and the enduring pain experienced by families of the missing.
Last Seen: Apr 15, 2012

Links to Additional Sources (3)

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  • Raymond Lee Shiflet - The Charley Project
  • Federal Way police renew search for missing disabled adult
  • Raymond Shiflet - 4/15/12 - Federal Way WA (King County)

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (2)

    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.

    78%Possible
    John Doe — Seattle, Washington - unidentified case UP16143
    John Doe — Seattle, Washington
    UP16143 • Found Sep 4, 2016
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 47 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 97%21 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%6'0" vs 5'10"–6'3"
    75%Possible
    John Doe — Tacoma, Washington
    UP120946 • Found Nov 26, 2023
    View case
    Sex ✓Male
    Age 60%Est. 30–99 vs 47 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%7 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 12 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'10"–6'3"
    Weight 100%161 lb vs 180–200 lb
    Hair 70%Gray 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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    Something that stands out to me about Raymond's case is that, despite going missing twice before and... ...Read More
    12/01/2023
    Hey everyone, I've been following the Raymond Lee Shiflet case for a bit, and something's been... ...Read More
    07/24/2023
    Has anyone looked into whether there was any CCTV footage from around the care facility on the day... ...Read More
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