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An urgent search is underway for 17-year-old Rusty Dean, who was last seen in Vancouver, Washington, on January 31, 2026. Details surrounding the teen's disappearance are limited, but concern is growing for their welfare. Authorities have entered Rusty Dean into national databases as a missing person, and the case has been assigned the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children case number 2075933.

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Last Seen: Jan 31, 2026

Victim Details

Feb 22, 2026

Feb 22, 2026

Rusty

Dean

17

17

White / Caucasian

Female

In the community of Spanaway, Washington, a sense of concern arose for a young woman named Rusty Dean. At the age of 17, she was a person with her life ahead of her, but on March 16, 2025, she was last seen, and a period of uncertainty began for those who know her. Standing at 5'4" and weighing 120 pounds, her physical description became a crucial piece of information for the public to aid in the search. The circumstances surrounding her disappearance from this Pierce County community have left many questions unanswered, sparking a quiet but persistent effort to find her and ensure her well-being. The search for Rusty involves the Pierce County Sheriff's Department, which is the primary agency handling her case. Law enforcement officials have encouraged anyone with information, no matter how insignificant it may seem, to come forward. In these situations, every small detail can be a vital clue in piecing together the timeline of events leading up to a person's disappearance. The community's role is often pivotal, as the eyes and ears of local residents can observe things that might otherwise go unnoticed. The hope remains that a tip from the public could provide the breakthrough needed to locate Rusty. The Washington State Patrol, through its Missing and Unidentified Persons Unit, has also helped to amplify the call for information, working to bring awareness to Rusty's case across the state. The overview of this case is one of a teenager who vanished, leaving a void in the lives of those who care about her. The investigation continues to rely on the diligence of law enforcement and the compassion and vigilance of the public. The primary goal is to gather the necessary information to bring Rusty Dean home safely, and every day that passes without answers deepens the resolve to find her.

Jan 31, 2026

Vancouver

Washington

06/15/2026