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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP463) and 15 other sources
Phyllis Rome, a 22-year-old woman from Clarksdale, Mississippi, was last seen on June 19, 1993, at approximately 8:00 p.m. at Red’s Night Club on Sunflower Avenue. Rome, who was deaf and mute, was wearing a white shirt, blue polka-dot shorts, blue socks, and white sneakers. She lived nearby on McKinley Street. After leaving the club, she vanished and was never heard from again.

There were rumors that Rome had been murdered and her body dumped in downtown Clarksdale, but police searches in the area turned up no evidence. Witnesses later claimed to have seen her at the courthouse, but this sighting was never confirmed. Given her disability, there is speculation that she may have been an easy target for foul play. Despite these rumors and occasional reported sightings, no substantial leads have emerged, and her case remains unsolved decades later.

Phyllis’s family, along with authorities, continue to hope for information that could lead to answers. Her disappearance has drawn attention due to the limited available information and the challenges posed by her communication barriers.

Last Seen: Jun 19, 1993

Possible Unidentified Matches (2)

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.

76%Possible
Jane Doe — Whitehaven, Tennessee
UP5248 • Found Apr 28, 2000
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Sex ✓Female
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 22 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 85%66 mi away
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 100%5'1" vs 5'0"
Hair 100%Black vs Black
75%Possible
Jane Doe — Memphis, Tennessee
UP5244 • Found Sep 3, 1997
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Sex ✓Female
Age 62%Est. 30–40 vs 22 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 83%70 mi away
TimingFound 4 years after last seen
Height 100%5'1" vs 5'0"
Weight 100%91 lb vs 100 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black

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.