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Sherry Pickle Missing Person Case

Last seen in Borrego Springs, California on May 16, 1972

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Victim Details

Apr 15, 2010

Jan 9, 2024

Sherry

Pickle

69

15

64 inches

110 lbs

White / Caucasian

Female

May 16, 1972

Borrego Springs

California

San Diego County

92004

No

26876

West Covina Police Department

West Covina

California

Los Angeles County

91790

Brandon Karmann

Lieutenant

1444 West Garvey Avenue, California

6269398500

Local

Law Enforcement

https://www.wcpd.org

7206881

West Covina Police Department

Brown

Hazel

Hazel

Oct 18, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP6528) and 8 other sources
Sherry Jean Pickle, a 15-year-old girl, was last seen on May 16, 1972, at the intersection of Coronado Avenue and Broadway in Long Beach, California. Sherry, known by the nickname "Sonny," had light brown hair, hazel eyes, and was 5'4", weighing between 100 to 110 pounds. She had distinctive features, including freckles, pierced ears, a scar on her right foot from bicycle spokes, and a previously fractured ankle. At the time of her disappearance, Sherry was possibly traveling to Borrego Springs, a location about 150 miles southeast of Long Beach, or hitchhiking to Los Angeles.

There are indications that Sherry may have been with a male companion after her disappearance, and foul play is strongly suspected. Authorities believe that she may have been a homicide victim, but no conclusive evidence has ever been found. Despite several age-progression photos over the years, Sherry's case remains unsolved. The West Covina Police Department continues to handle the investigation, and her family still hopes for answers.

The case is classified as an endangered missing person, and authorities urge anyone with information to come forward.
Last Seen: May 16, 1972

Links to Additional Sources (8)

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  • Sherry Jean Pickle - The Charley Project
  • Missing Person / NamUs #MP6528
  • Sherry Jean Pickle
  • Sonny Pickle | International Missing Persons Wiki - Fandom
  • Sherry Jean Pickle | State of California - Department of Justice
  • Sherry Jean Pickle, 16 Missing... - The Forgotten Cases - Facebook
  • SHERRY JEAN PICKLE: Missing from Long Beach, CA - 14 May 1972
  • Sherry Pickle Missing Since May 16, 1972 From Borrego Springs, CA

    • 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.

    83%Moderate
    Jane Doe — San Diego, California
    UP62410 • Found Sep 18, 1977
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 13–20 vs 15 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 87%59 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 5 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4" vs 5'4"
    Weight 100%114 lb vs 110 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Hazel vs Hazel
    78%Possible
    Jane Doe — Carlsbad, California - unidentified case UP128322
    Jane Doe — Carlsbad, California
    UP128322 • Found Aug 12, 2024
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 15 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 88%55 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 52 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'3" vs 5'4"
    Weight 100%111 lb vs 110 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
    78%Possible
    Jane Doe — Calexico, California
    UP15569 • Found Mar 18, 1987
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 98%Est. 30–40 vs 15 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 85%65 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 15 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'5" vs 5'4"
    Weight 93%125 lb vs 110 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
    78%Possible
    Jane Doe — Otay, California - unidentified case UP16712
    Jane Doe — Otay, California
    UP16712 • Found Feb 14, 1978
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 14–18 vs 15 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 87%59 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'1" vs 5'4"
    Weight 80%88 lb vs 110 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    78%Possible
    Jane Doe — Palm Desert, California - unidentified case UP7026
    Jane Doe — Palm Desert, California
    UP7026 • Found Feb 10, 1997
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 15 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 94%32 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 25 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'6" vs 5'4"
    Weight 51%145 lb vs 110 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Hazel vs Hazel
    78%Possible
    Jane Doe — Los Angeles, California - unidentified case UP4452
    Jane Doe — Los Angeles, California
    UP4452 • Found Apr 11, 1976
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 18–25 vs 15 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 68%135 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 4 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'3"–5'8" vs 5'4"
    Weight 84%130–150 lb vs 110 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 60%Brown vs Hazel
    78%Possible
    Jane Doe — La Habra Heights, California - unidentified case UP4463
    Jane Doe — La Habra Heights, California
    UP4463 • Found Sep 5, 1973
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 14–20 vs 15 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 75%102 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 16 months after last seen
    Height 84%5'2" vs 5'4"
    Weight 100%102 lb vs 110 lb
    77%Possible
    Jane Doe — Calexico, California
    UP15318 • Found Oct 4, 1995
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 15 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 85%65 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 23 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'2" vs 5'4"
    Weight 100%120 lb vs 110 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    Jane Doe — San Diego, California
    UP120501 • Found Aug 28, 1988
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 15 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 92%41 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 16 years after last seen
    Height 100%4'11"–5'3" vs 5'4"
    77%Possible
    Jane Doe — Camp Pendleton, California
    UP62407 • Found Jan 3, 1982
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 16–25 vs 15 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 88%55 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 10 years after last seen
    Height 100%4'11"–5'5" vs 5'4"

    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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