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Maria Colon Seda Missing Person Case

Last seen in Tacoma, Washington on Jul 1, 1984

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Victim Details

Jul 9, 2012

Jun 19, 2023

Maria

Colon Seda

71

29

69 inches

150 lbs

155 lbs

White / Caucasian

Female

Jul 1, 1984

Tacoma

Washington

Pierce County

98466

No

11963

Pierce County Sheriff's Office

Tacoma

Washington

Pierce County

98402

Tim Kobel

Det/Sgt.

930 Tacoma Avenue South, Washington

2537987530

County

Law Enforcement

842700132

Sep 26, 1984

Pierce County Sheriff's Office

Blond/Strawberry

Blue

Blue

Oct 16, 2026


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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP15250) and 2 other sources
In the summer of 1984, a young woman named Maria Margarita Colon Seda vanished from Tacoma, Washington, leaving behind a mystery that has endured for decades. On July 1st of that year, the 29-year-old was seen for the last time. At the time of her disappearance, Maria was described as a biracial white and Hispanic female with blonde hair and blue eyes. She stood at five feet, nine inches tall and weighed approximately 150 pounds. Maria was also known to use the name Margaret Seda. The circumstances surrounding her disappearance are not widely known, and there is little public information available regarding what might have led to her going missing. After that day in July, she was never heard from again.

The investigation into Maria's disappearance was handled by the Pierce County Sheriff's Office. Despite their efforts, the case yielded few leads, and the trail eventually went cold. The lack of detailed information available to the public makes it difficult to understand the full scope of the investigation. Over the years, her case has been featured on various platforms dedicated to missing persons, including the Charley Project and Uncovered, in the hopes of generating new information that could lead to a breakthrough. These resources serve to keep her memory alive and to remind the public that a family is still waiting for answers.

The case of Maria Margarita Colon Seda is a somber reminder of the many individuals who disappear without a trace. With so little information available, the narrative of her life and the events leading up to her disappearance remain incomplete. Her case is one of many unsolved disappearances in Washington state, a collection of stories of loss and unresolved questions. For law enforcement and the loved ones she left behind, the hope remains that someone, somewhere, holds the key to unlocking the truth of what happened to Maria all those years ago. The investigation by the Pierce County Sheriff's Department remains open, a silent testament to a life interrupted and a mystery that continues to plead for a resolution.
Last Seen: Jul 1, 1984

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  • Maria Margarita Colon Seda - The Charley Project
  • Missing Person Flyer: Maria Margarita Colon Seda | Tacoma, WA ...

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (1)

    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.

    75%Possible
    Jane Doe — Seattle, Washington - unidentified case UP14084
    Jane Doe — Seattle, Washington
    UP14084 • Found May 29, 2015
    View case
    Sex ✓Female
    Age 85%Est. 60–80 vs 29 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 95%28 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 31 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'6" vs 5'9"
    Weight 100%137 lb vs 150–155 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Blond
    Eyes 100%Blue vs Blue

    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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