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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP107464) and 9 other sources
Carol Lenahan, a 64-year-old woman, was last seen in the early afternoon of March 17, 2023, in University Park, Illinois. She was reportedly walking towards a bus stop situated near the intersection of University Parkway and Western Avenue. At the time of her disappearance, she was wearing a light purple or pink spring jacket and blue jeans. Ms. Lenahan is described as a white female with brown hair and brown eyes, standing at approximately five feet six inches tall and weighing around 110 pounds. The University Park Police Department is handling the investigation into her disappearance.

The circumstances surrounding Carol Lenahan's disappearance remain unclear, and there has been no public information released regarding any potential leads or persons of interest in her case. Her case is listed in national missing persons databases, and law enforcement has collected personal items such as a hairbrush and a toothbrush for DNA comparison purposes, should the need arise. The collection of these items is a standard procedure in missing persons investigations to aid in identification.

The investigation into what happened to Carol Lenahan is ongoing. The lack of significant updates in her case is a source of ongoing concern for those who know her and the wider community. The case serves as a somber reminder of the many individuals who go missing each year, leaving behind unanswered questions and families waiting for any news. The University Park Police Department continues to seek information from the public that might shed light on her whereabouts and the circumstances of her disappearance on that March afternoon.

Last Seen: Mar 17, 2023

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.

76%Possible
Jane Doe — Chicago, Illinois
UP101280 • Found Feb 28, 2023
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Sex ✓Female
Age 72%Est. 40–60 vs 64
Race 100%White
Location 94%32 mi away, same state
TimingFound same day as last seen
Height 68%4'8"–5'3" vs 5'6"
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.