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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP139642) and 1 other source
On a winter day in Durham, North Carolina, 29-year-old Donjeia Renee Alston-Jones was last seen on December 8, 2024. She is a Black female with brown eyes and black, shoulder-length dreadlocks that might have different colors. At the time of her disappearance, she was described as being 5 feet 9 inches tall and weighing between 120 and 140 pounds. The circumstances surrounding her disappearance are unsettling, as she was reportedly seen voluntarily getting into a car with an unknown individual, who may have been her boyfriend.

The details regarding Donjeia's last known whereabouts are somewhat limited, creating a challenging situation for those searching for her. It has been suggested that she might be in Randolph County, North Carolina, though this has not been confirmed. The lack of specific information about the vehicle she entered or the identity of the person she was with has left her family and the Durham Police Department with many unanswered questions. Her case is being handled by Corporal Brandon Riley of the Durham Police Department's Investigations unit.

The investigation into Donjeia Alston-Jones's disappearance remains active as her loved ones hold out hope for her safe return. The ambiguity of her last moments seen, coupled with the possibility of her being in another county, complicates the search efforts. The overview of her case highlights a troubling scenario where a young woman seemingly willingly goes with someone, only to vanish without a trace, leaving a void in the lives of those who know and care for her.

Last Seen: Dec 8, 2024

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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.

75%Possible
Jane Doe — Chapel Hill, North Carolina
UP144229 • Found May 17, 2025
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 28
Location 100%6 mi away, same state
TimingFound 5 months after last seen
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.