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Sep 18, 2025
Sep 19, 2025
Erick
Casas
17
17
65 inches
327 lbs
Hispanic / Latino
Male
In the summer of 2025, a family in Tacoma, Washington, experienced a profound loss when 17-year-old Erick R. Casas went missing. On July 21st, the teenage boy left his home and seemingly vanished. The days that followed were filled with an agonizing silence for his loved ones as there were no signs of Erick or any communication from him. The Pierce County Sheriff's Office was notified and a missing person case was opened, beginning a period of uncertainty and deep concern for the young man's well-being. The lack of information surrounding his disappearance left his family and the community grappling with unanswered questions. Erick is a Hispanic male with black hair and brown eyes. At the time of his disappearance, he stood 5 feet 5 inches tall and weighed 327 pounds. He has a scar on his arm and a tattoo on his arm, distinctive features that his family hoped would aid in his identification. When he was last seen, Erick was wearing a dark gray shirt and khaki shorts. These personal details were shared with law enforcement and the public in the desperate hope that someone might recognize him and provide a crucial lead. With each passing day, the search for Erick continued, fueled by the hope of his safe return. The Pierce County Sheriff's Office led the investigation, collecting any available information that could shed light on his whereabouts. The case was entered into the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs) to broaden the reach of the search. The circumstances of Erick's disappearance remained vague, with the only known fact being that he walked away from his residence. This lack of a clear narrative of events created a challenging and heart-wrenching situation for everyone involved, highlighting the silent anguish that accompanies a missing loved one.
Jul 21, 2025
Tacoma
Washington
Pierce County
Tacoma
No
177852
Pierce County Sheriff's Office
Tacoma
Washington
Pierce County
98402
Brian Thompson
Detective
930 Tacoma Avenue South, Washington
2537987530
County
Law Enforcement
25-202-01029
2025-07-21
Pierce County Sheriff's Office
Black
Brown
Brown
06/11/2026
