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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP158878) and 2 other sources
In the early summer of 2025, the life of 42-year-old Tiffany Mayes, also known as Tiffany Mayes-Thomas, took a distressing turn when she vanished from her hometown of Columbus, Ohio. Friends and family grew increasingly concerned when their attempts to contact her went unanswered. Described as a white female with brown hair and hazel eyes, standing at 5'6' and weighing around 140 pounds, her sudden disappearance was uncharacteristic. As days stretched into weeks without any sign of Tiffany, the worry among her loved ones intensified, leading them to officially report her as a missing person.

The Columbus Division of Police launched an investigation into her disappearance on June 25, 2025. However, the circumstances surrounding her last known whereabouts were disturbingly vague, with reports only indicating that she was last seen sometime in June 2025 in Columbus. This lack of specific information created significant hurdles for investigators attempting to piece together a timeline of her final known movements. In an effort to generate leads and bring wider attention to her case, Tiffany was registered with the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System under the case number MP158878. The Ohio Attorney General's office also issued a missing adult alert to encourage public assistance.

The investigation into Tiffany Mayes' disappearance remains active, with law enforcement continuing to seek any information that could lead to her whereabouts. The scarcity of details regarding what she was last seen wearing or if she had any known plans has made the search exceptionally challenging. Her case serves as a poignant reminder of the many individuals who disappear each year, leaving behind a void of unanswered questions for their families and communities. This overview underscores the vital importance of public awareness and the persistent efforts of law enforcement in the face of limited evidence as they continue to search for answers in the disappearance of Tiffany Mayes.

Last Seen: Jun 1, 2025

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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.

77%Possible
Jane Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP150506 • Found Sep 17, 2025
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 38–52 vs 42
Race 100%White
Location 62%164 mi away
TimingFound 4 months after last seen
Height 100%5'5" vs 5'6"
Weight 100%147 lb vs 140 lb
Hair 40%Gray 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.