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Patricia Arnold Missing Person Case

Last seen in Madison, Wisconsin on Jul 26, 1996

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Victim Details

Created

Feb 24, 2009

Case Added

Jan 12, 2024

First Name

Patricia

Last Name

Arnold

Current Age

Age At Disappearance

Height

64 inches

Height To

65 inches

Weight

110 lbs

Weight To

140 lbs

Ethnicity

White / Caucasian

Gender

Female

Last Seen

Jul 26, 1996

City

Madison

State

Wisconsin

County

Dane County

Agency ID

7204

Agency Name

Madison Police Department - Central District

Agency City

Madison

Agency State

Wisconsin

Agency County

Dane County

Agency Zip Code

53703

Agency Contact

Patrick Green

Contact Job Title

Detective

Agency Address

211 South Carroll Street, Wisconsin

Agency Phone

6082619694

Agency Jurisdiction

Local

Agency Type

Law Enforcement

Agency Case #

2005-77023

Primary Agency

Madison Police Department - Central District

Case Contributors

8135

Hair Color

Brown

Left Eye Color

Brown

Right Eye Color

Brown

Last Updated

Oct 13, 2026

Area Last Seen:

Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP1657) and 9 other sources

Patricia Arnold, a 44-year-old woman from Madison, Wisconsin, was reported missing on July 26, 1996. Her unexpected disappearance raised significant concern among her family and friends, who described her as a warm and caring individual. Last seen in the Madison area, Patricia's absence prompted her loved ones to contact local authorities immediately, initiating a search effort.

In the aftermath of her disappearance, law enforcement launched a thorough investigation, conducting searches in locations where Patricia was known to frequent. They also reached out to the community for assistance, urging anyone who may have seen her or has information about her whereabouts to come forward. Despite these extensive efforts, initial searches did not yield significant leads, leaving her family in distress and searching for answers.

As time went on, Patricia's family remained dedicated to raising awareness about her case. They utilized local media, community events, and social media platforms to keep her story alive, hoping to generate new information. The ongoing search for Patricia Arnold underscores the broader issue of missing persons and the emotional impact such cases have on families and communities. Her loved ones continue to hold onto hope that one day they will receive answers regarding her fate, bringing closure to a long and painful journey.
Last Seen: Jul 26, 1996

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Patricia G. Arnold | Clearinghouse for Missing

Patricia Gail Arnold - Wisconsin Missing Persons Advocacy Inc's

Patricia Gail Arnold - The Charley Project

Wisconsin Missing Persons Advocacy

1250DFWI - Patricia Gail Arnold - Doe Network

Patricia Arnold... - Wisconsin Missing Persons Advocacy

Missing Person / NamUs #MP1657 | NamUs

WI - Patricia Arnold, 45, Madison, 1999 - Websleuths

Dane County's unsolved murders Case # 13 Patricia Gail Arnold

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.

77%Possible

Jane Doe — Chicago, Illinois

UP138168 • Found Apr 19, 2001

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Sex ✓Female

Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 44 when missing

Race 100%White

Location 71%122 mi away

TimingFound 5 years after last seen

Height 100%5'6" vs 5'4"–5'5"

Weight 100%139 lb vs 110–140 lb

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.

Patricia Arnold Missing Person Case

Last seen in Madison, Wisconsin on Jul 26, 1996

Victim Details

Case Description

Links to Additional Sources (9)

Possible Unidentified Matches (1)

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