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Karen Kamsch Missing Person Case

Last seen in Pasadena, Maryland on Jun 1, 1976

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Victim Details

Jun 25, 2009

Aug 1, 2024

Karen

Kamsch

64

14

60 inches

110 lbs

White / Caucasian

Female

Jun 1, 1976

Pasadena

Maryland

Anne Arundel County

21122

No

2548

Anne Arundel County Police Department - Headquarters

Millersville

Maryland

Anne Arundel County

21108

Jason DiPietro

Detective

8495 Veterans Highway, Maryland

4102228960

County

Law Enforcement

https://www.aacounty.org/departments/police-department/forensic/

07719714

Anne Arundel County Police Department - Headquarters

6738

Brown

Brown

Brown

Oct 9, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP2387) and 12 other sources
Karen Kamsch, a 14-year-old girl from Pasadena, Maryland, was last seen on June 1, 1976. She disappeared after leaving her home to visit a friend's house, but she never arrived. Karen’s family became alarmed when she didn’t return home or contact them, and she was quickly reported missing. At the time of her disappearance, Karen was described as a responsible teenager with no history of running away, making her sudden disappearance all the more troubling.

Extensive searches were conducted in the days and weeks following her disappearance, but no significant clues were found to indicate what might have happened to her. Investigators explored various possibilities, including abduction and foul play. Despite the efforts of law enforcement and volunteers, no concrete evidence has surfaced, and the case went cold over time.

Karen's family has continued to search for answers, holding onto hope that new information might eventually come to light. Her case remains unsolved, and law enforcement continues to encourage anyone with information to come forward. Even after decades, Karen's disappearance remains a mystery, with authorities hoping that advancements in technology or a new lead will one day bring closure to her family.
Last Seen: Jun 1, 1976

Links to Additional Sources (12)

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  • Karen Beth Kamsch went missing in 1976 and only reported ... - Reddit
  • Karen Beth Kamsch - The Charley Project
  • Police Seek New Info on 14-Year-Old Girl Last Seen in 1976
  • Police: Woman missing since 1976 may have been killed | wusa9.com
  • 31 years after his sister vanished
  • Missing Person / NamUs
  • Karen Kamsch | International Missing Persons Wiki - Fandom
  • Police ask for public's help in cold case - WBAL-TV
  • Missing Persons | Anne Arundel County Government">Missing Persons | Anne Arundel County Government
  • #MISSING #ColdCase Karen Beth Kamsch disappeared ... - Facebook
  • Have you seen this child? Karen Beth Kamsch - MissingKids.org
  • MD - Karen Kamsch, 14, Pasadena, 1976 | Page 3 - Websleuths

    • 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.

    78%Possible
    Jane Doe — Frederick, Maryland - unidentified case UP1665
    Jane Doe — Frederick, Maryland
    UP1665 • Found Jul 31, 1991
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 15–29 vs 14 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 89%50 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 15 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'1" vs 5'0"
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    Jane Doe — Glenn Dale, Maryland - unidentified case UP979
    Jane Doe — Glenn Dale, Maryland
    UP979 • Found Jan 23, 1991
    View case
    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 18–30 vs 14 when missing
    Location 99%16 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 15 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'0" vs 5'0"
    Weight 95%124 lb vs 110 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    75%Possible
    Jane Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    UP122455 • Found Mar 31, 1991
    View case
    Sex ✓Female
    Age 88%Est. 30–39 vs 14 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 76%98 mi away
    TimingFound 15 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'0"–5'2" vs 5'0"
    Weight 100%115–140 lb vs 110 lb
    Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
    75%Possible
    Jane Doe — Brooklyn, Maryland - unidentified case UP1856
    Jane Doe — Brooklyn, Maryland
    UP1856 • Found Jul 27, 2005
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 19–23 vs 14 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%9 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 29 years after last seen
    Height 36%5'5" vs 5'0"
    Weight 100%120 lb vs 110 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    75%Possible
    Jane Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP2771
    Jane Doe — Brooklyn, New York
    UP2771 • Found Apr 7, 2004
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 40–55 vs 14 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 60%177 mi away
    TimingFound 28 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'1" vs 5'0"
    Weight 95%96 lb vs 110 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    75%Possible
    Jane Doe — Queens, New York - unidentified case UP6119
    Jane Doe — Queens, New York
    UP6119 • Found Mar 17, 1999
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 14 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 58%185 mi away
    TimingFound 23 years after last seen
    Height 100%4'11" vs 5'0"
    Weight 100%118 lb vs 110 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    75%Possible
    Jane Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP6326
    Jane Doe — New York, New York
    UP6326 • Found Nov 9, 1998
    View case
    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 23–33 vs 14 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 59%180 mi away
    TimingFound 22 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'0" vs 5'0"
    Weight 100%105 lb vs 110 lb
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    75%Possible
    Jane Doe — Odessa, Delaware - unidentified case UP2212
    Jane Doe — Odessa, Delaware
    UP2212 • Found Nov 25, 1993
    View case
    Sex ✓Female
    Age 85%Est. 20–45 vs 14 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 88%54 mi away
    TimingFound 17 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'1" vs 5'0"
    Hair 100%Brown vs Brown

    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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