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Zachary Zazueta Missing Person Case

Last seen in Shelton, Washington on Nov 24, 2021

Victim Details

Mar 10, 2022

Jan 12, 2024

Zachary

Zazueta

32

28

70 inches

135 lbs

160 lbs

White / Caucasian

Male

Nov 24, 2021

Shelton

Washington

Mason County

98584

No

113011

Mason County Sheriff's Office

Shelton

Washington

Mason County

98584

Melissa Wood

Detective

322 North 3rd Street, Washington

3604279670

County

Law Enforcement

https://masoncountysheriff.us/

21-21446

Mason County Sheriff's Office

4413

Brown

Green

Green

Oct 19, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP89583) and 6 other sources
In the late autumn of 2021, concern grew for 28-year-old Zachary Martin Zazueta in Shelton, Washington. He was last seen on November 24, 2021, a date that marked the beginning of a prolonged and painful period of uncertainty for his loved ones. Zachary, a man of biracial heritage, including White, Hispanic, and Native American, stood at 5 feet 10 inches and weighed between 130 and 160 pounds. He had shoulder-length brown hair, and green eyes, and was known to wear glasses.

The days leading up to Zachary's disappearance were marked by unusual behavior. On November 21, 2021, he left his family's home in the Phillips Lake area near midnight, on foot and without his wallet. Three days later, on November 24, he briefly returned. His mother discovered him attempting to get into the house through his bedroom window. After this encounter, Zachary left again and has not been seen or heard from since. His departure was unannounced, and the reasons behind it remain unclear.

The circumstances surrounding Zachary's case have left his family and investigators with few answers. Classified as an endangered missing person, there is concern for his well-being, particularly as he is considered a disabled individual for unspecified reasons. The Mason County Sheriff's Office is handling the investigation and has appealed to the public for any information that might lead to his whereabouts. The case of Zachary Zazueta is a somber story of a young man who vanished, leaving a void in the lives of those who know him and a community searching for answers.
Last Seen: Nov 24, 2021

Links to Additional Sources (6)

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  • MISSING, MASON COUNTY: Zachary Zazueta left home in Shelton ...
  • Zachary Martin Zazueta - The Charley Project
  • Zachary Zazueta, Missing from Washington since 2021.
  • Zachary Martin Zazueta... - Southwest Washington Cold Cases
  • [PDF] Zachary Zazueta - Washington State Patrol
  • Missing person Zachary Zazueta in Shelton, Washington - Facebook

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (2)

    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
    John Doe — Shelton, Washington - unidentified case UP88982
    John Doe — Shelton, Washington
    UP88982 • Found Jan 16, 2022
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 60%Est. 19–49 vs 28
    Race 100%White
    Location 100%Same area, same county
    TimingFound 8 weeks after last seen
    Height 84%6'0" vs 5'10"
    Weight 100%170 lb vs 135–160 lb
    Hair 50%Red vs Brown
    76%Possible
    John Doe — Tacoma, Washington
    UP120946 • Found Nov 26, 2023
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    Sex ✓Male
    Age 60%Est. 30–99 vs 28 when missing
    Race 100%White
    Location 94%32 mi away, same state
    TimingFound 2 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'11" vs 5'10"
    Weight 100%161 lb vs 135–160 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.

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    I've been following the Zachary Zazueta case for a while, and one thing that's really puzzling me is... ...Read More
    11/21/2024
    Hey everyone, I'm really intrigued by Zachary Zazueta's case. One thing that caught my attention was... ...Read More
    01/17/2024
    Did anyone else find it odd that Zachary tried to sneak back into his house through the bedroom... ...Read More
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