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Laura Williams Missing Person Case

Last seen in Town of Esopus, New York on Jul 25, 1994

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Victim Details

May 10, 2010

Aug 9, 2023

Laura

Williams

54

22

62 inches

64 inches

130 lbs

150 lbs

White / Caucasian

Female

Jul 25, 1994

Town of Esopus

New York

Ulster County

12429

8516

Ulster County Sheriff's Office

Kingston

New York

Ulster County

12401

380 Boulevard, New York

8453383640

County

Law Enforcement

94-4000

Ulster County Sheriff's Office

Brown

Brown

Brown

Oct 13, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP7079) and 8 other sources
Laura Williams, a 22-year-old woman from the Town of Esopus, New York, was last seen on July 25, 1994. Williams, known for being close to her family and friends, disappeared under mysterious circumstances that left her loved ones and the local community in shock. On the day of her disappearance, Williams was reportedly seen near her home in Esopus, but when she failed to return or make contact, her family became alarmed and quickly reported her missing. The sudden nature of her vanishing raised concerns, especially as there were no clear reasons for her to leave without notifying anyone.

Local law enforcement launched an investigation, focusing on Williams' last known movements and interviewing family, friends, and neighbors. Despite extensive efforts to retrace her steps and search the surrounding areas, no substantial leads or evidence surfaced. Investigators searched the local woods, fields, and public areas, but no clues were found that could explain her disappearance. Authorities also explored her personal life, but no signs of foul play or voluntary disappearance emerged.

As the investigation continued, Williams' family made public appeals, distributing flyers and working with the media to spread awareness about her case in hopes of generating leads. Despite these efforts, no major breakthroughs occurred, and the case gradually went cold. Laura Williams’ disappearance remains unsolved, leaving her family in a state of uncertainty and distress. The investigation remains open, with authorities hoping that new information may one day come to light and provide the answers that her family so desperately seeks.
Last Seen: Jul 25, 1994

Links to Additional Sources (8)

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  • Hudson Valley Mother Missing for 25 Years, Help Still Needed
  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP7079
  • Esopus woman missing for 25 years - Mid Hudson News
  • Laura Louise Smith Williams - Missing & Homeless's post - Facebook
  • COLD CASE: Connelly woman vanished 25 years ago this week
  • Laura Louise Smith Williams - The Charley Project
  • Still looking for Laura after 10 years - Daily Freeman
  • News Articles | missing laura williams

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (10)

    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.

    84%Moderate
    Jane Doe — Medford, New York
    UP13134 • Found Dec 7, 1994
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 22
    Race 100%White
    Location 79%85 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'1" vs 5'2"–5'4"
    Weight 100%135 lb vs 130–150 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    83%Moderate
    Jane Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP6805
    Jane Doe — Brooklyn, New York
    UP6805 • Found May 10, 1997
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 16–25 vs 22 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 81%79 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'2" vs 5'2"–5'4"
    Weight 99%115 lb vs 130–150 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    81%Moderate
    Jane Doe — Hoboken, New Jersey - unidentified case UP1454
    Jane Doe — Hoboken, New Jersey
    UP1454 • Found Feb 9, 2005
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 24–34 vs 22 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 82%75 mi away
    TimingFound 11 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4" vs 5'2"–5'4"
    Weight 97%166 lb vs 130–150 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    81%Moderate
    Jane Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP6124
    Jane Doe — New York, New York
    UP6124 • Found May 8, 1999
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 22 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 82%77 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'3" vs 5'2"–5'4"
    Weight 100%125 lb vs 130–150 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    81%Moderate
    Jane Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP6326
    Jane Doe — New York, New York
    UP6326 • Found Nov 9, 1998
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 23–33 vs 22 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 83%72 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'0" vs 5'2"–5'4"
    Weight 84%105 lb vs 130–150 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    79%Possible
    Jane Doe — Queens, New York - unidentified case UP2801
    Jane Doe — Queens, New York
    UP2801 • Found Jul 25, 2004
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 85%Est. 20–40 vs 22 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 82%76 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 10 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'3" vs 5'2"–5'4"
    Weight 100%123 lb vs 130–150 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    Jane Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP14585
    Jane Doe — New York, New York
    UP14585 • Found Sep 30, 2014
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 22 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 83%73 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 20 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'3" vs 5'2"–5'4"
    Weight 100%117 lb vs 130–150 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    Jane Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP70309
    Jane Doe — New York, New York
    UP70309 • Found May 29, 2020
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 85%Est. 45–65 vs 22 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 83%72 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 26 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'3" vs 5'2"–5'4"
    Weight 100%127 lb vs 130–150 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    Jane Doe — Brielle, New Jersey - unidentified case UP2274
    Jane Doe — Brielle, New Jersey
    UP2274 • Found Jun 15, 2008
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 18–30 vs 22 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 71%118 mi away
    TimingFound 14 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4" vs 5'2"–5'4"
    Weight 100%123 lb vs 130–150 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Hazel vs Brown
    77%Possible
    Jane Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP6054
    Jane Doe — Brooklyn, New York
    UP6054 • Found Jun 17, 2000
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 85%Est. 18–35 vs 22 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 81%79 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5" vs 5'2"–5'4"
    Weight 77%100 lb vs 130–150 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown

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