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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP57431) and 3 other sources
Deanna Renee Reed, 16, was last seen in Dallas, Texas, on August 1, 1997. She was last in contact with her mother around that time, and no one has heard from her since. Described as a Caucasian female with brown hair and brown eyes, Deanna had distinctive tattoos—a mushroom and a daisy—on her body. At the time of her disappearance, she was approximately 5'6" tall and weighed 115 pounds.

Despite years of investigation, few details have surfaced about Deanna’s disappearance, and her case remains unsolved. Some speculate that her disappearance could be connected to other cases or possible foul play, but no definitive links have been established. Her case is classified as endangered missing, and law enforcement continues to seek any information that could lead to answers.

The Dallas Police Department is handling her case and continues to encourage anyone with information to come forward.

Last Seen: Aug 1, 1997

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
Jane Doe — Dallas, Texas - unidentified case UP142210
Jane Doe — Dallas, Texas
UP142210 • Found Jul 13, 2024
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 40–55 vs 16 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%9 mi away, same county
TimingFound 27 years after last seen
Height 100%5'5" vs 5'6"
Weight 23%163 lb vs 115 lb
Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
76%Possible
Jane Doe — Dallas, Texas
UP14141 • Found Jul 9, 2015
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Sex ✓Female
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 16 when missing
Race 100%White
Location 100%2 mi away, same county
TimingFound 18 years after last seen
Height 100%4'11"–5'5" vs 5'6"

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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