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Sandra Runkle Missing Person Case

Last seen in Niagara Falls, New York on Jun 22, 1987

Victim Details

Sandra

Runkle

82

43

59 inches

59 inches

181 lbs

181 lbs

White / Caucasian

Female

Pants Dark Blue Purse Tan Shirt Red, White, Flowered Shoes White, Running, Running Shoes Scar Torso (Front), Stretch marks Scar Left Hand, Burn scars on the fingers Scar Left Arm, Burn scars Scar Left Elbow, Burn scars

Jun 22, 1987

Niagara Falls

New York

Niagara Regional Police Service

Niagara Regional

905-688-4111

905-688-4111

Law Enforcement

1987-71328

Niagara Regional Police Service

Black

Brown

Brown

No

Sep 18, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on 2 sources
In the late spring of 1987, a 43-year-old woman named Sandra Kay Runkle was residing in a program at a residential facility in the city of Niagara Falls, New York. On the evening of June 22nd, at approximately 7:00 PM, she was seen leaving the facility. Sandra was reported to have taken a cab to Prospect Point, a well-known location within Niagara Falls State Park that offers breathtaking views of the falls. At the time of her disappearance, Sandra was wearing dark blue pants, a red and white flowered shirt, and white sneakers. She was also known to carry a tan purse.

Sandra was described as a Caucasian female with brown hair and brown eyes, standing at 4 feet 11 inches tall and weighing between 170 and 185 pounds. She had several distinguishing physical features, including burn scars on her left elbow, as well as on her fingers and arms. Additionally, she had stretch marks on her torso. These details paint a picture of Sandra, a woman whose life took an unexpected turn on that June evening. Her case manager was the one to report that she had not returned, and since that taxi ride to the edge of the majestic falls, Sandra has not been seen or heard from again.

The circumstances surrounding Sandra's disappearance remain shrouded in mystery. Her intended destination, Prospect Point, is a bustling area frequented by tourists from all over the world, yet no confirmed sightings of her at that location have ever been reported. The lack of witnesses is a particularly puzzling aspect of this case. Despite the passage of many years, the investigation into what happened to Sandra Runkle continues. Hers is a story without a final chapter, a lingering question in the hearts of those who knew her and the community she left behind. The case serves as a somber reminder of the many individuals who vanish without a trace, leaving behind a legacy of unanswered questions and an enduring hope for resolution.
Last Seen: Jun 22, 1987

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  • Canada's Missing - RCMP case 2025035387
  • Missing Person Flyer: Sandra Runkle | Niagara Falls, NY

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (10)

    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.

    78%Possible
    Jane Doe — Queens, New York - unidentified case UP6119
    Jane Doe — Queens, New York
    UP6119 • Found Mar 17, 1999
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 35–50 vs 43 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 75%Same state
    TimingFound 12 years after last seen
    Height 100%4'11" vs 4'11"
    Weight 43%118 lb vs 181 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    Clothing: both mention pant
    78%Possible
    Jane Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP7317
    Jane Doe — New York, New York
    UP7317 • Found Mar 14, 1995
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 40–50 vs 43 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 75%Same state
    TimingFound 8 years after last seen
    Height 100%4'11" vs 4'11"
    Weight 80%145 lb vs 181 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    Jane Doe — Queens, New York - unidentified case UP6051
    Jane Doe — Queens, New York
    UP6051 • Found Jun 6, 2000
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 40–55 vs 43 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 75%Same state
    TimingFound 13 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'1" vs 4'11"
    Weight 72%138 lb vs 181 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    Jane Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP4902
    Jane Doe — New York, New York
    UP4902 • Found Mar 2, 1998
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 43 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 75%Same state
    TimingFound 11 years after last seen
    Height 84%4'9" vs 4'11"
    Weight 100%163 lb vs 181 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    77%Possible
    Jane Doe — Bronx, New York - unidentified case UP7882
    Jane Doe — Bronx, New York
    UP7882 • Found Mar 19, 1993
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 43 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 75%Same state
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'0" vs 4'11"
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Clothing: both mention purse
    77%Possible
    Jane Doe — Queens, New York - unidentified case UP8197
    Jane Doe — Queens, New York
    UP8197 • Found Feb 10, 1990
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 85%Est. 40–60 vs 43 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 75%Same state
    TimingFound 3 years after last seen
    Height 52%5'3" vs 4'11"
    Weight 100%179 lb vs 181 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    Clothing: both mention pant
    77%Possible
    Jane Doe — Bronx, New York - unidentified case UP6953
    Jane Doe — Bronx, New York
    UP6953 • Found Jul 7, 1989
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 35–45 vs 43 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 75%Same state
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 68%5'2" vs 4'11"
    Weight 38%115 lb vs 181 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    Jane Doe — New York, New York - unidentified case UP79882
    Jane Doe — New York, New York
    UP79882 • Found Apr 18, 2021
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 55–70 vs 43 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 75%Same state
    TimingFound 34 years after last seen
    Height 100%4'10" vs 4'11"
    Weight 16%101 lb vs 181 lb
    Hair 100%Black vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    Clothing: both mention pant
    76%Possible
    Jane Doe — Brooklyn, New York - unidentified case UP6824
    Jane Doe — Brooklyn, New York
    UP6824 • Found Sep 16, 1997
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 45–55 vs 43 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 75%Same state
    TimingFound 10 years after last seen
    Height 84%5'1" vs 4'11"
    Weight 91%155 lb vs 181 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black
    Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
    76%Possible
    Jane Doe — Queens, New York - unidentified case UP8042
    Jane Doe — Queens, New York
    UP8042 • Found Jun 19, 1993
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 94%Est. 50–65 vs 43 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 75%Same state
    TimingFound 6 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'0" vs 4'11"
    Weight 69%135 lb vs 181 lb
    Hair 60%Brown vs Black

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