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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP149566) and 4 other sources
In the spring of 2025, a sense of concern grew for the well-being of 67-year-old Ronald William Unruh, a resident of Everett, Washington. Known affectionately as Ron to his acquaintances, he was a man living with a disability that required care at a local facility. On April 17th of that year, Mr. Unruh left his care facility, and from that moment on, all communication and sightings of him ceased. His departure marked the beginning of a prolonged period of uncertainty for those who knew him and the community at large. The Everett Police Department was notified of his disappearance, and a case was formally opened on May 20, 2025, initiating an official investigation into the whereabouts of the missing man.

The circumstances surrounding Ronald Unruh's disappearance are particularly worrying due to his disabled status. Having left the supportive environment of his care facility, concerns were immediately raised for his safety and welfare. Details about the specific nature of his disability have not been made widely public, but the fact that he required residential care suggests he may have been vulnerable. He is described as a white male, standing at approximately 5 feet 7 inches tall, and weighing between 160 and 180 pounds. At the time he went missing, his hair was gray or partially gray, and he has blue eyes. For identification, he has several distinct physical features, including multiple scars on his forearms and a small tattoo of a goldfish on his right shoulder. Information regarding the clothing he was wearing on the day he was last seen has not been made available.

The investigation into Ronald Unruh's disappearance remains active. The Everett Police Department, under case number 2025-45443, has been seeking information from the public that might shed light on his movements after leaving his care facility. The Washington State Patrol has also been involved in disseminating information about his case, hoping to reach a wider audience who might recall seeing him. The lack of contact since April 2025 is a source of ongoing distress for those connected to him. The case is a somber reminder of the many individuals who go missing, leaving behind a void of information and a community hoping for answers. The overview of this case is one of a vulnerable adult who vanished without a trace, prompting a continued effort by law enforcement to uncover any information that could lead to his location and bring closure to a troubling situation.

Last Seen: Apr 17, 2025

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
John Doe — Seattle, Washington - unidentified case UP163249
John Doe — Seattle, Washington
UP163249 • Found Jul 4, 2026
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Sex ✓Male
Age 60%Est. 18–100 vs 67 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 97%23 mi away, same state
TimingFound 15 months after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'8"–5'9"
Weight 40%229 lb vs 160–170 lb
Hair 100%Gray vs Gray
Eyes 0%Brown vs Blue

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