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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP82618) and 3 other sources
In the winter of 2018, a Georgia family's life was forever altered when Cassandra Lackey vanished. At 40 years old, Cassandra was last seen in Decatur, a city just east of Atlanta, on February 17, 2018. The specific details surrounding the moment she went missing remain unclear, leaving a painful void for those who know and love her. In the years that have passed, her case has been a quiet but constant source of anguish for her family, who have been left to navigate a world without answers. The lack of information has made the process of searching for her an uphill battle, marked by hope and uncertainty.

Following her disappearance, a missing person report was filed with the Newton County Sheriff's Office, the agency tasked with investigating her case. Described as a Black female with black hair and brown eyes, standing at 5 feet 4 inches and weighing approximately 185 pounds, Cassandra's physical description was circulated in the hopes of generating leads. Despite these efforts, the investigation into her whereabouts has yielded little public information. The circumstances of her disappearance have not been disclosed, and it is unknown what she was wearing or if she had any personal belongings with her at the time.

The investigation into Cassandra Lackey's disappearance remains an open and unresolved case. Information regarding any potential leads, persons of interest, or theories about what may have happened to her has not been made available to the public. For her family and community, the passage of time without a resolution is a heavy burden. The overview of this case is one of many where a person has disappeared with very few details available to the public, highlighting the silent struggles of many families who are left to wonder about the fate of their loved ones.

Last Seen: Feb 17, 2018

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.

82%Moderate
Jane Doe — Atlanta, Georgia
UP154161 • Found Sep 9, 2020
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Sex ✓Female
Age 100%Est. 28–42 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%11 mi away, same state
TimingFound 3 years after last seen
Height 100%5'3"–5'7" vs 5'4"
78%Possible
Jane Doe — Decatur, Georgia - unidentified case UP111977
Jane Doe — Decatur, Georgia
UP111977 • Found Nov 17, 2023
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Sex ✓Female
Age 85%Est. 30–50 vs 40 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 100%7 mi away, same county
TimingFound 6 years after last seen
Height 100%5'1"–5'4" vs 5'4"

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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