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Richard Rex Lee Missing Person Case

Last seen in Chelan County, Washington on Sep 09, 2004

Victim Details

Jan 28, 2026

Jan 28, 2026

Richard

Rex Lee

68

47

6'0 inches

200 lbs

White

Male

Sep 09, 2004

Chelan County

Washington

Chelan County

Washington State Patrol

800-543-5678

07/07/2026

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In September of 2004, a 47-year-old experienced outdoorsman named Richard Rex Lee embarked on what was planned as a two-day solo hiking excursion in the scenic and rugged terrain of the Wenatchee-Okanogan National Forest in Washington. An avid wilderness hiker, he set his sights on exploring the area around Colchuck Lake, a beautiful but challenging part of the Cascade Mountains located in Chelan County. During his trek, Richard made a reassuring phone call to his brother from a ridgeline where ...
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Last Seen: Sep 09, 2004

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