The person at the center of this case
Debra Kay King
Missing Person · Open
43 years waiting · since 1982
DEBRA KAY KING - TACOMA, WASHINGTON
Justice for Debra Kay King — the trail went cold in 1982, but the truth hasn't.
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Key leads to think about
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person
Lead #1What were the circumstances of her last sighting with her sister-in-law on July 26, 1982?
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clue
Lead #2Why was there a 17-day gap between her last sighting and when she was reported missing?
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evidence
Lead #3What physical evidence or investigative leads exist that suggest foul play?
On July 26, 1982, 22-year-old Debra Kay King was last seen by her sister-in-law in Tacoma, Washington and reported missing on August 12, 1982. She has not been heard from in over four decades, leaving behind a young son, and foul play is suspected. Despite decades of investigation, her whereabouts remain unknown, and anyone with information about her disappearance is urged to contact the Tacoma Police Department or FBI ViCAP.
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Lead #4Who were the last people to have contact with Debra Kay King before her disappearance?
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Source Narrative
Tacoma, Washington July 26, 1982 On July 26, 1982, 22-year-old Debra Kay King was last seen by her sister-in-law. On August 12, 1982, she was reported missing and has not been heard from since.
She leaves behind a son and foul play is suspected.
Timeline of Events
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1982-07-26
Last Seen
Debra Kay King was last seen by her sister-in-law in Tacoma, Washington.
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1982-08-12
Reported Missing
Debra Kay King was officially reported missing, 17 days after last being seen.
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Case Information
Incident:July 26, 1982
Last Updated:June 8, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:July 26, 1982
Last Updated:June 8, 2026