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Gwendolyn Carswell Missing Person Case

Last seen in Washington, District of Columbia on Aug 12, 2004

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Victim Details

Aug 21, 2018

May 24, 2024

Gwendolyn

Carswell

66

44

65 inches

120 lbs

Black / African American

Female

Aug 12, 2004

Washington

District of Columbia

District of Columbia

No

40634

DC Metropolitan Police Department Missing Persons Unit

Washington

District of Columbia

District of Columbia

20019

Jonathan Andrews

Detective

5002 Hayes Street Northeast, District of Columbia

2025766768

State

Law Enforcement

https://missing.dc.gov/

04-114-225

DC Metropolitan Police Department Missing Persons Unit

10427

Brown

Brown

Brown

Oct 12, 2026


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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP51876) and 13 other sources
Gwendolyn Carswell, age 44, was last seen on August 12, 2004, in Washington, D.C. She was a resident of Southeast Washington and had a history of health issues, including bipolar disorder, which may have contributed to her vulnerability. On the day of her disappearance, Carswell left her home and was not heard from again.

Carswell was described as a devoted mother and had no prior history of going missing for extended periods. Her family reported her disappearance after failing to hear from her and becoming increasingly concerned. Despite ongoing efforts by local authorities, including the Metropolitan Police Department, there have been no significant leads in the investigation, and Carswell’s whereabouts remain unknown.

Her case has garnered the attention of missing persons organizations and the community, with appeals for information continuing. The circumstances surrounding her disappearance are unclear, but the passage of time without any contact has left her family searching for answers. Investigators continue to ask for any tips that could help solve this longstanding case.
Last Seen: Aug 12, 2004

Links to Additional Sources (13)

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  • WUSA 9 - Gwendolyn Carswell was 44 years old when she went...
  • Gwendolyn Carswell - The Charley Project
  • MPD Seeks Information on Missing Person Gwendolyn Carswell
  • Police ask for help with 20-year-old missing persons case - WUSA9
  • ColdCase - Missing for 20 years... - Black and Missing
  • DC Police Department on X:
  • Missing Person / NamUs
  • Metropolitan Police Seek Public's Assistance on 20-Year-Old ...
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  • Black And Missing Foundation | #ColdCase - Missing for 20 years ...
  • MISSING: Gwendolyn Carswell | Gwenny, 44, has been ... - Facebook
  • 20 years have passed since Gwendolyn Carswell disappeared from ...
  • DC - Gwendolyn Carswell, 44, Washington, 12 August 2004

    • Possible Unidentified Matches (4)

    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 — Baltimore, Maryland
    UP91550 • Found Feb 26, 2021
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 56–65 vs 44 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 94%34 mi away
    TimingFound 17 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'4" vs 5'5"
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    78%Possible
    Jane Doe — Washington, District of Columbia
    UP16484 • Found Mar 16, 2006
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 40–50 vs 44 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 100%5 mi away, same county
    TimingFound 19 months after last seen
    77%Possible
    Jane Doe — Baltimore, Maryland
    UP153304 • Found Aug 15, 2025
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 100%Est. 50–60 vs 44 when missing
    Race 100%Black
    Location 93%35 mi away
    TimingFound 21 years after last seen
    Height 100%5'1"–5'7" vs 5'5"
    Hair 70%Gray vs Brown
    76%Possible
    Jane Doe — Baltimore, Maryland - unidentified case UP899
    Jane Doe — Baltimore, Maryland
    UP899 • Found Jan 17, 2005
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    Sex ✓Female
    Age 68%Est. 50–70 vs 44
    Race 100%Black
    Location 93%36 mi away
    TimingFound 5 months after last seen
    Height 100%5'5" vs 5'5"
    Weight 0%191 lb vs 120 lb
    Hair 60%Black vs Brown
    Eyes 100%Brown 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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