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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP9612) and 4 other sources
Katrina Ashford, an 18-year-old woman, went missing on July 11, 1972, from San Rafael, California. She was last seen by her parents before disappearing. Three days after she was last seen, her car was found abandoned in nearby Marin County, raising further concerns about her whereabouts. At the time of her disappearance, Katrina was described as being 5 feet tall, weighing around 130 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes.

Despite the recovery of her vehicle and various investigations, very little information has emerged about Katrina's disappearance over the years. There have been suspicions that she may have been involved in a prostitution ring operating in the San Francisco area, but no definitive leads have been established. The case has not seen significant updates for decades, and authorities continue to ask for the public's help in resolving her disappearance.

The mystery surrounding Katrina's case remains unsolved, and it continues to be one of the many cold cases in California. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Marin County Sheriff's Office.

Last Seen: Jul 11, 1972

Possible Unidentified Matches (8)

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 — Oakland, California
UP17749 • Found Apr 8, 1992
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 18 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 97%22 mi away, same state
TimingFound 20 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"
Weight 100%120 lb vs 130 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
81%Moderate
Jane Doe — Oakland, California
UP53241 • Found Jan 18, 1981
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 20–35 vs 18 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 97%22 mi away, same state
TimingFound 9 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6"–5'8" vs 5'7"
Hair 100%Black vs Black
80%Moderate
Jane Doe — Fremont, California - unidentified case UP13585
Jane Doe — Fremont, California
UP13585 • Found Mar 16, 1980
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 18–30 vs 18 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 91%45 mi away, same state
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 68%5'4" vs 5'7"
Weight 92%112 lb vs 130 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
80%Moderate
Jane Doe — Pacifica, California - unidentified case UP10526
Jane Doe — Pacifica, California
UP10526 • Found Mar 22, 1989
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 18–30 vs 18 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 95%29 mi away, same state
TimingFound 17 years after last seen
Height 100%5'6" vs 5'7"
Weight 100%120 lb vs 130 lb
Hair 60%Brown vs Black
80%Moderate
Jane Doe — Richmond, California
UP12900 • Found Apr 10, 1976
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 20–25 vs 18 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 99%14 mi away, same state
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 36%5'2" vs 5'7"
Weight 97%115 lb vs 130 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
Jane Doe — Byron, California
UP10838 • Found Sep 25, 1989
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 20–24 vs 18 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 89%51 mi away, same state
TimingFound 17 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"
Weight 100%130 lb vs 130 lb
77%Possible
Jane Doe — Oakland, California
UP17415 • Found May 26, 1988
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Sex ✓Female
Age 60%Est. 18–100 vs 18 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 97%22 mi away, same state
TimingFound 16 years after last seen
Height 100%5'7" vs 5'7"
Weight 100%135 lb vs 130 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
77%Possible
Jane Doe — Richmond, California
UP12458 • Found Jul 26, 1990
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 18–23 vs 18 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 99%14 mi away, same state
TimingFound 18 years after last seen
Height 84%5'5" vs 5'7"

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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