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Mar 27, 2025
Mar 28, 2025
James
Doake
58
57
73 inches
200 lbs
American Indian / Alaska Native
Male
In the summer of 2024, concern grew for 57-year-old James P. Doake, a member of the Yakutat Tlingit Tribe, who was last seen in Des Moines, Washington, on July 1, 2024. His sister grew worried when he went an unusual amount of time without contacting her, prompting a report to be filed with the Tukwila Police Department. At the time of his disappearance, he was described as being 6'1" and weighing around 200 pounds, with graying hair and brown eyes. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance were unsettling for his family, who stated that it was highly out of character for him to be out of touch for an extended period. The official search for James began, with law enforcement and his loved ones hoping for his safe return. Information about his last known whereabouts and description was circulated, with the public's assistance being sought to help locate him. The days and weeks that followed were filled with uncertainty as his family waited for any news. The lack of contact was a significant cause for alarm, as it deviated from his regular patterns of communication with his family. His case was entered into national databases for missing persons as efforts to find him continued. Fortunately, this period of distress and not knowing came to an end when James P. Doake was located and found to be alive. The profound relief that his family and community felt upon hearing this news is immeasurable. While the specific details of his disappearance and how he was found are not widely known, the most important outcome is that he is safe. The resolution of his case brought an end to the anxious wait, highlighting the importance of community awareness and the efforts of law enforcement in missing persons cases. His safe return is a reminder of the hope that families hold onto during such difficult times.
Jul 01, 2024
Des Moines
Washington
King County
Des Moines
Yes
166298
Tukwila Police Department
Tukwila
Washington
King County
98188
6200 Southcenter Boulevard, Washington
2064331808
Local
Law Enforcement
250001091
2025-03-03
Tukwila Police Department
Gray or Partially Gray
Brown
Brown
06/16/2026
